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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Heidi Barrett:The First Lady of California Wine



We recently had the privilege of sampling wines crafted by the renowned Napa Valley winemaker, Heidi Barrett. Known as the First Lady of Wine, Heidi has made a significant impact on the California wine industry, producing some of the region's most sought-after cult wines. Her impressive career has seen her work with prestigious wineries such as Screaming Eagle, Dalla Valle Vineyards, Paradigm Winery, and Amuse Bouche, earning her numerous accolades, including five perfect 100-point scores from wine expert Robert Parker.

In addition to her winemaking prowess, Heidi is also an avid scuba diver, painter, and helicopter pilot, adding to her allure as a multifaceted and talented individual.


Under the guidance of our knowledgeable host, David Schulze, we were treated to a tasting of Heidi's own label, La Sirena, which translates to "The Mermaid." The 2022 Moscato Azul and Rosato were both exceptional, showcasing Heidi's signature touch of elegance and finesse.


The 2020 Aviatrix Grenache, a unique collaboration between Heidi and her daughters, proved to be a bold and courageous expression of winemaking artistry, breaking through societal barriers with its strength and innovation.


We also had the pleasure of sampling the 100% 2019 Malbec and the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, both of which were outstanding examples of Heidi's winemaking expertise.


The highlight of the tasting was undoubtedly the 2019 Studio Series, a flawless blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) Syrah (35%) Petite Sirah (3%) Cab Franc(2%} presented in a stunning bottle adorned with a beautiful flower arrangement painted by Heidi.


We would highly recommend adding La Sirena to your Napa ‘must do’ list. We took a few bottles home to share with our wine friends.


For more information and to schedule a tasting go to:

https://www.lasirenawine.com/