In 1992 and after decades of developing and maintaining some of the best vineyards in Napa Valley, Jim Barbour decided it was time to make his own wine.  He chose a vineyard just south of St. Helena to cultivate his grapes and recruited good friend and winemaker, Heidi Peterson Barrett, to start Barbour Wines.

Jim was raised in Napa Valley on his family's ranch located in Rutherford growing grapes, prunes and apples.  He remembers Napa than today's as a secluded place where he rode his bike on Highway 29.  When the wine industry kicked into gear, he convinced his Dad to take a risk and plant 5 acres of Chardonnay.  Eventually, the Chardonnay became more profitable than the rest of the family's business and Jim discovered his true calling.  He graduated from the University of California-Davis with a Bachelor's Degree in Plant Science (viticulture) and began a career that would lead him to become one of Napa's most sought-after vineyard managers.

From a mere 50 cases produced with its inaugural release in 1995, Barbour Wines has steadily grown to reach its current production of 500 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon.  And with the release of the 2006 vintage, Jim, Fiona, and Heidi continue their tradition of creating fine wines.

We thank you for your support and enthusiasm! 

August 29th
Joseph George 
Anniversary Event
Montalvo Arts, Saratoga
For tickets, call
408-448-9463

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