The 2026 Little Reddie Nebbiolo Refosco is a distinctive Central Victorian red combining Nebbiolo and Refosco, showing rose petal, raspberry and blackberry alongside violet, lavender, blood orange and subtle earthy spice. The wine has an expressive perfume and bright fruit character, with darker notes of cacao and gentle savoury complexity adding depth. Its relatively pale colour hints at the lifted, aromatic style beneath.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied and finely textured, with vibrant acidity, fine tannins and layers of raspberry, ripe strawberry and dark berry. Blood orange, mint and subtle dried-herb notes add freshness, while turned earth, cacao, dark chocolate and coffee bring a deeper savoury dimension. The tannins combine naturally with the acidity to give the wine length and shape without making it heavy. The finish is dry, long and finely balanced, with lingering red fruit, floral, mineral and earthy notes.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for adventurous red-wine drinkers who enjoy aromatic, medium-bodied wines with fine tannins and plenty of character. It is expressive and approachable in its youth, but the combination of acidity, fruit and tannin should allow it to develop further complexity with short-term cellaring. Best enjoyed over the next 4–7 years. Pair with mushroom and truffle pasta, roast duck with orange, lamb shoulder with herbs, pork and fennel sausages, or chargrilled eggplant with cacao-spiced mole.
