Barret is an example of a domaine that has reversed course; they've gone from an essentially modernist approach to one that is far more natural and traditional. The farming, in particular, is quite natural (and... Read More

Barret is an example of a domaine that has reversed course; they've gone from an essentially modernist approach to one that is far more natural and traditional. The farming, in particular, is quite natural (and biodynamic). He encourages species-diversity among his vines and works them exclusively by hand (or paw, as he does employ mules and horses). His terroir is not quite top-rate, located mostly in either the northern sector or in the flatland vines of Mazards (which is below Chaillot and Reynard) though he does have a bit of Reynard. The wines are clean, pure and accessible. Prices are good and they generally do not require extensive cellaring, partly thanks to the natural fruitiness of Mazards.