Motley Cru Sangiovese 2024 from Motley Cru in Victoria is a bright, modern take on Sangiovese – all juicy cherries, savoury spice and vibrant acidity, built for weeknight pasta and pizza rather than the cellar. Motley Cru Sangiovese 2024 keeps things fresh, medium‑bodied and seriously smashable.

In the glass you’re looking at red and sour cherry, red plum and a little blood orange, with dried herbs, a touch of tomato leaf and gentle earthy spice. The palate is mid‑weight and crunchy, driven by that classic Sangiovese acidity, fine chalky tannins and a dry, moreish finish that keeps you reaching for another sip.

Food‑wise, it’s a no‑brainer with tomato‑based pasta, wood‑fired pizza, grilled sausages and chargrilled veg, plus antipasto plates and hard cheeses. Serve it with a light chill in summer and you’ve got a cracking, crowd‑pleasing Italian‑style red for any casual feed.