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Barnard Griffin Winery

Washington Wine Pioneers. Barnard Griffin is the premier family owned winery, one of the largest and one of the oldest in Washington state; an essential stop on any tour of Washington's best wineries. Since 1983. Over 15 different varietals.

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Daily 10am-6pm. Bus and Limousine Tours are welcome with a minimum of 48 hours advance notice.

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BARNARD GRIFFIN WINERY Wins 3 Gold Medals in the San Francisco Chronicle 2009 Wine Competition. ****Consistent top honors for Rob Griffin’s Interpretation of Rose of Sangiovese Varietal wins gold or better for the 6th year in a Row.**** RICHLAND, WA: Three Barnard Griffin wines have won Gold or better in the 2009 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition: ---BARNARD GRIFFIN 2006 CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE: DOUBLE GOLD--- ---BARNARD GRIFFIN 2007 SYRAH, COLUMBIA VALLEY: DOUBLE GOLD--------------------- ---BARNARD GRIFFIN 2008 ROSE of SANGIOVESE, COLUMBIA VALLEY: GOLD------------- This year’s win again underscores Rob Griffin’s mastery of this varietal as his interpretation of Rose’ of Sangiovese has won GOLD or better for the 4th year in a Row: ------------------- 2008 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition:...................................................................... ---Rose' of Sangiovese – 2007 BEST OF CLASS ....................................................................... 2007 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition:...................................................................... ---Rose’ of Sangiovese – 2006 GOLD .................................................................................................. 2006 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition:...................................................................... ---Rose’ of Sangiovese – 2005 BEST OF CLASS, DOUBLE GOLD .......... .......... .......... .......... *****The influential San Francisco Wine Competition is the largest competition of American wines in the world and features every significant type and style of wine, from each of the major wine-producing regions in the United States. The judging took place during the week of January 5, 2009. Over 60 professional wine judges representing trade, education, media, retail, and restaurants throughout the United States evaluated a record 4,736 wines entered by wineries from across the country. Winemaker Rob Griffin says of his latest Limited Production releases: “Some say the smaller the quantity made, the better the wine. These reds were certainly made in true ‘Garagiste’ fashion. It’s exciting to make small batch artisanal wines that are generating such recognition.”..................................... .......... .......... .......... © 2009, Barnard Griffin™ Winery, Richland, WA 99352

Our Story

Barnard Griffin's Riesling was named one of the Top 100 Most Exciting Wines for 2009 by WINE SPECTATOR.

And, its Rosé of Sangiovese was rated Gold (or better) for the sixth year in a row at the SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE’S Wine Competition, which is the largest American wine competition in the world.

Barnard Griffin is a family-owned winery located in Richland, WA. Rob Griffin has been making wine in Washington State longer than anyone. Rob has been making premium wine in Washington since 1977. The Barnard Griffin winery was then founded in 1983 by veteran winemaker Rob Griffin and his wife Deborah Barnard.

Barnard Griffin is currently producing more than 70,000 cases of wine per year including Barbera, Cabernet-Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Ciel du Cheval Merlot, Fume, Grenache, Late Harvest Muscat Canelli, Malbec, Merlot, Orange Muscat, Petit Verdot, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Rosé of Sangiovese, Semillon, Syrah, Syrah Port, Viognier, Zinfandel and a variety of blends.

Barnard Griffin currently produces two labels, both available through retail stores, restaurants, wine clubs and online wine venues. The limited production Reserve Label wines are crafted in very small quantities from the best vineyard lots in the region, using European, French and American oak.

Barnard Griffin's signature Tulip Label wine, one of Washington state’s most recognized wines, is available in restaurants and stores across the country.

Barnard Griffin selects its grapes from regions throughout Washington state’s Columbia Valley including Wahluke Slope, Horse Heaven Hills, Red Mountain, and other AVA’s.

Barnard Griffin works with small family growers and favors long-term contracts with dedicated acreage for vineyard continuity and quality. The winery and tasting room are located at 878 Tulip Lane in Richland, WA. For more information, please visit www.BarnardGriffin.com or call (509) 627-0266.

Library and special release wines are available in the winery Tasting Room. Open Daily: 10 am to 6 pm

© 2011, Barnard Griffin™ Winery, Richland, WA 99352

© 2011 Washington Wine Commission

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