The awesomely scenic and wildly remote Great Southern of Western Australia,
produces fine, elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, for Howard Park‘s Jeté
méthode traditionnelle wines.
ROSÉ
NV
Varieties
Pinot Noir 87%
Chardonnay 13%
REGION
South West Australia
Analysis
pH: 3.16 | Acidity: 5.8 g/l
Alcohol 12.5% v/v
With a family history in classical ballet, our sparkling wines are named after the
signature ballet movement of jeté – to leap.
The perfection of this ballet movement and the crafting of méthode traditionnelle
wine, share the demands of time, dedication, commitment and great skill to create the
illusion of boundless control, refinement, elegance and poise.
TECHNICAL NOTES
Early harvest of grapes predominantly from our vineyards located in the cool climate
subregion of Mount Barker ensures we maintain fine and linear acidity and capture
delicate fruit flavours, important for the production of premium quality sparkling wine.
The grapes were hand harvested and only the finest free run juice is retained for the
base wine fermentations which occur in both stainless steel and older French oak.
In order to build complexity in the base wines, portions of each blend undergo
malolactic fermentation.
This Howard Park Jeté Rosé NV is based on the 2021 vintage and was tiraged in
December 2021 then disgorged in batches after a minimum 31 months on lees.
In style, the wine is extra brut.
TASTING NOTES
A delicate pale salmon hue, this sparkling rosé opens with vibrant aromas of rose
petals, wild strawberries, and a hint of sea spray. The palate is elegantly balanced
with bright notes of cranberry, ripe raspberry, and a creamy mousse, adding depth to
its refreshing profile. Subtle flavours of biscuit and berry coulis create a rich texture,
complemented by a lively citrus acidity that lifts the wine’s structure. Its fine, persistent
bead and crisp finish leave lingering hints of blood orange zest and crème pâtisserie.
Perfect for early enjoyment, this wine shines alongside lively conversation and light
fare.
FOOD IDEAS
This versatile sparkling is delightful served as an aperitif or with fruit-based desserts
such as raspberry soufflé or fresh summer berries. Alternatively, serve alongside
Asian-inspired fare such as blue swimmer crab dumpling with fermented ginger or
caramelised pork, pineapple and fragrant herbs.

Although the back label says this is made from pinot noir, there’s 13% chardonnay in the blend, all spending 31 months on lees. It’s an attractive coppery pink; fragrant with lemon blossom and roses, toasted brioche and lime curd. The palate is tight, citrusy yet with hints of red fruits, too, shortcake and a lovely creaminess, all cinched tightly with bright acidity. Very good.

Jane Faulkner

Halliday Wine Companion

– 94 points

Pink grapefruits, biscuits, pomegranates and rose water on the nose. Crisp, bright and tangy, with a medium body and fine bubbles. Elegant, fine and dry sparkling rosé. Pinot noir.

jamessuckling.com

– 91 points

Vibrant rose gold colour, aromatic and heady with red cherry and sweet spices lifting from the glass. Palate is bone dry with red cherry fruit, exotic wood spices and a hint of savoury undergrowth lingering throughout. The fine bead brings lift and carry to the flow and it lingers long. A wonderful expression of sparkling rosé that has a serious side and will match best with food.

Stuart Knox

The Real Review

– 92 points

$45,