Huff Cuvée Janine Sparkling Rosé 2012

A much finer expression than the inaugural Janine Rose sparkling from Huff in my view, this 100% pinot noir is crisp, taught, dry and vibrant, with seemingly less dosage (sugar) than the 2010, yet still fully ripe and focused on inviting tart red berry fruit. Biscuity, yeasty-leesy notes add their own dimension of flavour without impinging on the fruit-dominant palate, making this a lively, fruity rosé for enjoyment now or short term hold. Nicely balanced and enjoyable overall. Score - 90. (John Szabo, M.S., winealign.com, July 16, 2014)