2020 Lethbridge il regalo di compleanno' Nebbiolo

Il regalo di compleanno — the birthday gift. Geelong Nebbiolo of extraordinary elegance, complexity and remarkable depth from one of Australia’s most respected cool-climate estates.

95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion | 94 Points – The Wine Front

Geelong, VIC

$42 a bottle
Il regalo di compleanno Nebbiolo • Lethbridge • Geelong • Victoria • 2020 (5 years old)

"Il regalo di compleanno — the birthday gift. Lethbridge’s celebrated Geelong Nebbiolo. 95 points Halliday, 94 points The Wine Front. Elegance, complexity and remarkable depth from Geelong’s cool-climate terroir at $42."

About Lethbridge

Lethbridge is one of Geelong’s most respected and celebrated cool-climate wine estates — founded by Ray Nadeson and Maree Collis in Geelong, Victoria, known for producing wines of extraordinary quality, elegance and distinctive cool-climate character. Lethbridge’s commitment to expressing the unique character of Geelong’s terroir through both classic and alternative varieties has earned serious critical acclaim and recognition as one of Australia’s finest cool-climate producers. ‘Il regalo di compleanno’ — Italian for “the birthday gift” — is one of Lethbridge’s most celebrated and distinctive expressions, a rare and extraordinary Geelong Nebbiolo of exceptional quality.

About Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo — Italy’s most noble red variety, the backbone of Barolo and Barbaresco in Piedmont, one of the world’s most celebrated and age-worthy red wines. Known for its extraordinary aromatic complexity, firm tannin structure and the distinctive tar and roses character that defines great Nebbiolo. In Geelong’s cool-climate conditions, Nebbiolo develops elegant red fruit character while retaining the firm tannin structure and aromatic complexity that defines great Nebbiolo — and Lethbridge’s ‘il regalo di compleanno’ is one of Australia’s finest and most distinctive expressions of this extraordinary variety.

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Pale garnet with brick-red hues and excellent clarity — now 5 years old and developing beautifully.

Aroma:
Captivating and elegantly complex with:

• red cherry, rose petal and raspberry
• tar, leather and subtle spice — the classic Nebbiolo character
• dried herbs, violet and earthy minerality from Geelong’s cool-climate terroir

Geelong Nebbiolo of extraordinary aromatic elegance — the red cherry and rose petal character of premium Nebbiolo beautifully integrated with the tar and leather complexity of Lethbridge’s celebrated cool-climate winemaking.

Palate:
Medium-bodied with excellent balance and complexity.
Expect layers of:

• red fruit, cherry and cranberry
• spice, tobacco and firm yet refined tannins
• the elegant structure and finesse of great Geelong Nebbiolo

Finish:
Long and satisfying with persistent red fruit, savoury complexity and the elegant character that makes Geelong Nebbiolo so compelling.

Critical Acclaim

95pts – Halliday Wine Companion

94pts – The Wine Front

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2020 (5 years old — drinking beautifully)
• Variety: Nebbiolo
• Cuvée: Il regalo di compleanno (the birthday gift)
• Region: Geelong, VIC
• Producer: Lethbridge
• Founders: Ray Nadeson and Maree Collis
• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
• Cellaring: Drinking beautifully now – 2030+ (10–15 years from vintage)

Food Pairings

• Slow-braised beef with Barolo sauce
• Truffle risotto or wild mushroom pasta
• Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino
• Roast duck with cherry reduction
• Osso buco or braised veal shanks

Why We Love It

This is extraordinary Geelong Nebbiolo from one of Australia’s most respected cool-climate estates — Lethbridge’s 2020 ‘il regalo di compleanno’, 95 points Halliday Wine Companion and 94 points The Wine Front, now 5 years old and drinking at the peak of its extraordinary maturity.
At $42, it delivers outstanding Geelong Nebbiolo character and exceptional value — the birthday gift of exceptional Nebbiolo that delivers elegance, complexity and remarkable depth.

Il regalo di compleanno — the birthday gift. Geelong Nebbiolo at its finest.