New Article: Heidi Barrett's Bold and Creative Life (Napa Valley Focus)

Tim Carl of Napa Valley Focus recently interviewed Heidi for this wonderful piece - "Heidi Barrett's Bold and Creative Life" - This in-depth article covers Heidi’s life story and path to becoming a world-renowned winemaker, acclaimed artist, business owner, scuba diver, pilot and more; and her 40+ year relationship with husband Bo Barrett. Thank you so much to Tim Carl for this fantastic piece and the wonderful photos! Read the full piece and see Tim's photos here.

Nov 21, 2024 at 10:06 AM Permalink

New Release: 2021 Barrett & Barrett Cabernet Sauvignon

Barrett & Barrett is a handcrafted, small production Calistoga Estate Cabernet Sauvignon that reflects the two complementary winemaking styles of husband/wife team Bo & Heidi Barrett. Bo’s expertise is in Calistoga appellation wines that highlight distinct vineyards, while Heidi excels at creating perfectly balanced, layered Cabs with an elegant, artistic style. Bringing their talent and decades of expertise together into one wine, from one place - this is Barrett & Barrett.

A new vintage is available now - the highly anticipated 2021. 

Vintage Report from Bo Barrett: The 2021 growing season was a bit unusual, but turned out great in the end. A relatively dry winter followed by a warm spring caused the vines to break dormancy early. Happily, as the season progressed there were no serious heat spikes that, had they occurred, with the lower-than-normal soil moisture reserves could have been a problem. The harvest actually was not impacted by the early spring, and occurred in late Sept- early Oct as usual. The yields were about 25% lower than average, resulting in very concentrated vintage.

Tasting notes: "Very deep ruby in color, with beautifully focused aromas of ripe black fruit. The nose is lifted and pure, showing complex layers from our 4 different Cab clones grown at this tiny vineyard. Expansive on the palate with gorgeous flavors of concentrated berry jam and pomegranate, accentuated by hints of mocha, cedar, and sweet toasty French oak. Velvety texture with amazing length and a seamless finish - tannins are very fine and integrated. A big, silky Cab that has it all – beautiful now, but will offer years of enjoyment ahead."

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Nov 15, 2024 at 8:00 AM Permalink