Main & Cherry Sangiovese 2023 from McLaren Vale is a juicy, medium–bodied red that nails the modern Aussie take on an Italian classic – bright fruit, savoury lines and seriously drinkable structure. This Main & Cherry McLaren Vale Sangiovese 2023 bursts with springy red cherries, raspberries and plum, laced with oregano, clove and a touch of amaro–like bitterness. Expect earthy grip, fine yet assertive tannin and a finish that keeps pumping with blackberry, cacao and spice.

On the table, it’s tailor–made for pizza night, tomato–based pasta, lasagne and slow–cooked ragù, where that tangy cherry fruit and savoury edge cut neatly through richness. It sings with grilled lamb cutlets, fennel–spiced sausages, porchetta or a hearty eggplant parmigiana, plus antipasti loaded with cured meats, olives and hard cheeses. Serve it with a light chill on warm days for the ultimate backyard barbecue red.​

If you love food–friendly reds with personality, Main & Cherry Sangiovese 2023 deserves a spot as your house Italian–style red – versatile, vibrant and built for sharing around the table. It’s serious enough for Sangiovese fans, but relaxed and moreish enough that the bottle disappears quickly. Keep a couple of bottles on hand for impromptu pasta, pizza or charcuterie nights and you’ll be very happy.