The 2025 Longview Fresco Nebbiolo is a vibrant and beautifully drinkable Adelaide Hills red crafted in a fresh “vino novello” style inspired by youthful Italian reds. Produced entirely from Nebbiolo and bottled young without oak maturation, the wine focuses on perfume, crunch and energy rather than heavy structure or extended cellaring. Longview Vineyard has become one of Australia’s leading producers of Italian varieties, and the cool 2025 Adelaide Hills vintage delivered exceptional freshness, bright acidity and lifted aromatics perfectly suited to this playful and modern expression of Nebbiolo.
The nose reveals red cherry, wild strawberry and cranberry layered with rosewater, blood orange and dusty spice. On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with fine glittery tannins, lively acidity and a juicy core of crunchy red berry fruit. Layers of raspberry, sour cherry and subtle herbal spice unfold with freshness and vibrancy, finishing bright, savoury and wonderfully refreshing with classic Nebbiolo character in a much lighter, chillable style. Critics praised the wine’s “red berry crunch,” botanical spice and energetic personality, with Halliday awarding 95 points.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2025 Longview Fresco Nebbiolo is a seriously fun and dangerously drinkable red — bright, crunchy and packed with Italian-inspired charm. Best served lightly chilled with charcuterie, pizza, tomato-based pasta, burgers or relaxed long lunches with friends. Enjoy young for maximum freshness and energy.
