2024 Lethbridge Riesling

A vibrant and breathtakingly pure Geelong Riesling — pale straw and luminous, with lime zest, green apple and citrus blossom freshness, fine mineral tension and the cool-climate precision, fresh acidity and natural wine energy that defines Lethbridge's celebrated biodynamic approach to Geelong Riesling.

From Ray Nadeson and Maree Collis — biodynamic pioneers and one of Australia's most respected boutique producers. The entry point to Lethbridge's celebrated two-wine Geelong Riesling range — 95 points and outstanding value at $31.

95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion

Geelong, VIC

$31 a bottle
Riesling • Lethbridge • Geelong

"The entry point to Lethbridge's celebrated Geelong Riesling range — Ray Nadeson's biodynamic precision and cool-climate purity in a vibrant, food-friendly everyday format. 95 points at $31."

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Pale straw with brilliant clarity and hints of green — luminous, pure and inviting.

Aroma:
Pure and vibrantly expressive with:

• lime zest and green apple
• citrus blossom and white flowers
• stone fruit and subtle honey
• fine mineral tension and the biodynamic purity that defines Lethbridge's signature style

Geelong Riesling of extraordinary aromatic freshness — the lime intensity and mineral precision of the variety at its most vibrant and expressive, with the cool-climate tension and biodynamic purity that defines great Lethbridge Riesling.

Palate:
Light to medium-bodied with crisp acidity and excellent balance.
Expect layers of:

• lime, lemon and green apple
• citrus blossom and stone fruit
• white pepper and subtle honey
• fine mineral backbone and biodynamic precision
• crisp acidity delivering freshness, balance and length

The wine delivers lime purity with biodynamic vitality, combining Ray Nadeson's celebrated minimal-intervention winemaking with the Geelong region's extraordinary cool-climate terroir and the mineral tension that defines great Lethbridge Riesling.

Finish:
Clean and refreshing with lingering lime zest, citrus blossom and the fine mineral precision that defines great Geelong Riesling.

Critical Acclaim

95pts – Halliday Wine Companion

About Lethbridge Riesling

Lethbridge is one of the Geelong region's most celebrated and respected boutique producers, founded by Ray Nadeson and Maree Collis — biodynamic pioneers in Australian wine. The Lethbridge Riesling is the entry point to Ray Nadeson's celebrated two-wine Geelong Riesling range — a vibrant, food-friendly everyday expression of the biodynamic precision and cool-climate purity that defines all great Lethbridge wine. For those who want to explore further, the range ascends to the 97-point Dr Nadeson — named after Ray Nadeson himself, one of the great value propositions in Australian Riesling.

The Lethbridge Geelong Riesling range:

• Riesling — 95pts Halliday, vibrant and food-friendly entry point at $31
• Dr Nadeson — 97pts Halliday, named after Ray Nadeson himself, extraordinary value at $42

It represents:

• vibrant, breathtakingly pure Geelong Riesling from one of Australia's most celebrated biodynamic boutique producers
• Ray Nadeson's approachable, food-friendly entry to his celebrated Geelong Riesling range
• outstanding value for a 95-point, food-friendly Geelong Riesling at $31

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2024
• Variety: Riesling
• Region: Geelong, VIC
• Producer: Lethbridge
• Winemaker: Ray Nadeson
• Style: Biodynamic, minimal intervention
• Serving Temperature: 8–12°C
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2034

Food Pairings

• Fresh oysters and seafood
• Grilled fish with lemon and herbs
• Thai and Vietnamese cuisine
• Spicy dishes
• Soft and fresh cheeses
• As an aperitif

Why We Love It

This is vibrant, breathtakingly pure Geelong Riesling from one of Australia's most celebrated biodynamic boutique producers — the perfect introduction to Lethbridge's celebrated Riesling range.
At $31, it delivers 95-point Halliday quality and outstanding biodynamic Geelong Riesling character at an exceptional everyday price.

Start here — then explore the 97-point Dr Nadeson above.