Winery Story
Amuse Bouche
In a region long defined by Cabernet Sauvignon, Amuse Bouche has chosen a different identity. Founded in 2002 by winemaker Heidi Peterson Barrett and vintner John Schwartz, the label set out to challenge long-held assumptions about what Napa Valley Merlot could be. At its core, Amuse Bouche is an intersection of classic great Merlot and artistic expression — a wine conceived to stand alongside the great wines of Pomerol while remaining unmistakably Californian in spirit.
Rive Droite
John Schwartz’s path to founding Amuse Bouche began well before Napa Valley entered the picture. Growing up in a wine-curious household, he recalls early exposure to the culture surrounding fine bottles. “My dad was part of the Medical Friends of Wine Society,” he explains. “I grew up serving wine and sipping it at a very...
Winery Information
Region: USA, California, Napa Valley
Address: 1130 Main Street Napa, CA 94559
Open for Tastings: By Appointment Only
Major Grapes:
Vineyard Size: NA
Own Winery: No
DTC Mailing List: Yes
Vineyard Sustainability: NA
Year Established: 2002
Owner: John Schwartz
Winemaker: Heidi Peterson Barrett
Website: https://www.amusebouchewine.com/
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Published: February 2026