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Bo Barrett

American winemaker

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About Bo Barrett

Bo Barrett was an American winegrower.

Bo Barrett (born James P. Barrett) is the current CEO of Chateau Montelena. He is the son of Jim Barrett, under whose ownership the 1973 vintage Chardonnay won first place among white wines at the Paris Wine Tasting of 1976, later known as the Judgment of Paris. Barrett was an assistant during that vintage, working under the tutelage of Mike Grgich. He is married to Heidi Barrett, former wine maker at Screaming Eagle Winery and Vineyards.

In the 2008 film Bottle Shock, a fictionalized account of the Judgment of Paris wine tasting, Bo Barrett was portrayed by actor Chris Pine.

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Important facts

Occupation
Winegrower
Nationality
Employers
Chateau Montelena

Family & relationships

Spouse
Heidi Barrett
Parent
Jim Barrett (winemaker)

Frequently asked questions

Who was Bo Barrett?

American winemaker

What was Bo Barrett's occupation?

Bo Barrett was a winegrower.

What nationality was Bo Barrett?

Bo Barrett was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bo Barrett

· Wikidata: Q4931052

· DBpedia: Bo Barrett

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