Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

Founded in 1882 by Alfred Tubbs. In 1972, under the leadership of James Barrett, replanting began. Today Jim's son, Bo, is now its Master Winemaker. Ripe stone fruit aromas with notes of honey. In the palate crisp pear, melon and lemon zest come forth wrapped in vanilla oak. Lingering finish ending with creamy notes fruit ending with hints of pepper spice. — 8 years ago

Kuan Lim

9.0

Classic Cabernet Franc from Heidi Barrett.
Aromatic with herb and tea; soft and silky !!!
14.8 % ABV — 9 years ago

Matt Trader

9.3

"Coup du Foudre", when lightening strikes, is extremely accurate as a name for this wine. This one was a present to myself, for I have finally finished all my TWP exams for Total Wine! Which means, A.) I'm a Total Wine Professional now, and B.) The beginning of my sommelier journey!
Okay. Now to this monster of a wine! Originally a Heidi Barrett project, and owned by Danielle Price and John Schwartz, the owner of Amuse Bouche winery. This 2009 is slightly different from the current blend, consisting mostly of Cabernet Sauvignon, with a proportion of Syrah, and then Petit Verdot. Upon entry into the glass, this wine is one of the most concentrated, dense, blackened purple color in the glass I've ever seen. Extreme concentration, and deep stain of the legs. The nose was jetting out of the bowl exhibiting notes of green pepper, cocoa powder, stewed blackberries and blueberries, baking spices, Spanish cedar, and olive. The pallet was teeth staining and very full, showing a full spectrum of layers constantly changing; ripe blueberries, plum, red currant, leather, anise, and an everlasting finish. This guy needs a big decant, in the ball park of several hours. Drink now through 2025.

Bisous!

$99.99 — 9 years ago

Skip Smyser

9.4

Homerun once again. About out of this marvelous vintage. An honor to be able to drink this incredible Cabernet. Bo Barrett continues to build the Chateau Montelena brand with wines that excell for more than 20 years.🍷 — 10 years ago

David Devan

9.4

Now known as Futo. 1995 by Heidi Peterson Barrett — 10 years ago

Katrina Conrad

9.5

Barcelona wine night with Team Barrett — 10 years ago

Matt Krueger

9.1

Brooding monster of a Napa cab by Heidi Barrett. Takes a while to open up, but solid when it does. — 11 years ago

Starr Jensen

9.3

2003 showket/awni family and Heidi Barrett napa valley cab- showket vineyards located on the "magic hill" over looking Oakville. Heidi Barrett winemaker. — 11 years ago

Tony Pescatore

9.4

Thank you Ms Barrett. Wonderful Syrah — 11 years ago

Brian Koncius

9.0

Nice Howell Mtn. Zin with a little bottle age. Heidi Barrett wine making and fun back label. Ripe fruit and some good spices and pepper. Less candy-ish than I expected, which is a good thing. — 12 years ago

Justin Nickel

9.0

Heidi Barrett killed her 2009 release which was the 5th release overall for this wine. This vintage is 46% Merlot, 21% Syrah, 15% PV, 14% Cab, 4% Can Franc. I'm usually not a fan of heavy Merlot in a blend, but this wine is silky smooth in the mouth with wonderful rich fruit. The 2009 is my favorite VP so far. — 8 years ago

Keith Whitener WSET Diploma, CSW

9.3

Oh my goodness Thank you Heidi Barrett. Shared at dinner celebrating my retirement ! — 9 years ago

Chris Nowakowski

9.0

Nice Zin. Not over the top ripeness. — 9 years ago

with Brigid

DL

8.9

Nice strong cab — 10 years ago

David L

9.3

Eligent & smooth. Outstanding effort for an 11' WOW... The SB is flipping amazing Heidi Barrett/David Abreu! Get some! — 10 years ago

Christian Stachel

9.5

Hey Evan Barrett, remember this one?? — 10 years ago

Ursula Hermacinski

10

Laura Barrett is such a fantastic winemaker. — 10 years ago

Blaine Stark

9.3

03 from Heidi Barrett. Fantastic example of a Howell Mountain Cab. — 11 years ago

Brett Pinkin

9.5

$75 Rose??!! 2011 Vintage. Vinted by Heidi Barrett. Tastes pretty darn good. Beautiful finish. I think I'll have another glass..... — 11 years ago

Skip Smyser

9.5

Lovely citrus, hints of grass. Perfect for the spring and summer. Heidi Barrett hits it out of the park. Love the after glow on the pallet. — 11 years ago

Skip Smyser

9.3

Heidi Barrett is the best. Better than an everyday wine. Spectacular wine🍷🍷🍷🍷 — 8 years ago

with Jason

Brian Edge

9.2

Excellent cab from winemaker, Heidi Barrett! Bold & smooth. — 9 years ago

Joe Roth

9.3

Heidi Barrett at her best! — 9 years ago

with Michael

Shochuman

9.4

I was impressed with Murasaki (Purple - in Japanese). Kenzo Estate makes Ai and Rindo but I prefer Murasaki. Heidi Barrett is the winemaker for Kenzo Estate (known as First Lady of wine and Time magazine called her The Wine Diva of Napa Valley). If you have not visited Kenzo Estate, I recommend to include this Vineyard on your list of wine tasting in Napa Valley. The most beautiful estate of all the vineyards I visited. — 9 years ago

Mike Mayer

9.5

You rarely go wrong with anything Heidi Barrett and David Abreu touch. An interesting Bordeaux blend with notes of dark fruit, leather and spice. A long great finish follows. Tannins are subtle but I think this wine can age for a long time. A very nice wine. — 10 years ago

with Lisa

David L

9.5

11' What Heidi Barrett has done with this 2011 Pinot is remarkable. Beautiful...ripened plum, black cherry. A splash of integrated oak, tobacco, & hint of cherry syrup . It's so RICH & balanced. There are no rough edges. I just love it! Drink. — 10 years ago

Skip Smyser

8.9

Not normally a Zin fan but tried this when Bo Barrett did winemaker dinner at Capitol Cellars. Pleasant and much better than I anticipated . — 10 years ago

Greg Miller

9.5

2004 out of a 1/2 bottle... Still with plenty of life & years to age, the wine showed concentration, complex integrated flavors, & was well balanced, rich, & delicious. Cassis, cocoa, blackberry compote, pepper... quite the example of Heidi Barrett styled Napa Cabernet. — 11 years ago

Jennifer Bosch

9.3

Scotty brought to Auberge. Gorgeous! Heidi Barrett winemaker — 11 years ago

Charles Gibbs

9.8

1996 made by Hedi Barrett. — 11 years ago