Doom Juice Rouge 2022

It seems a little counter-productive to suggest that a wine called Doom Juice and amusingly dubbed ‘made in hell’ be put in the fridge to chill it for drinking, but it makes sense. This, what is termed ‘natural wine’, is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, certified organic, vegan friendly and fermented with wild yeasts. A very soft red in hue, not much past a deep rosé. There are floral notes here, with red berries and dry herbs before a gentle, lingering finish with cushiony tannins. Chilling for summer is wise. Drink now for the simple pleasure of it. It would be too easy to say that you’ll have a devil of a time finding a better, easy to drink red at the moment.