Taste of Bordeaux Cruise, April 27 - May 4, 2028, with Oso Libre Winery

Oso Libre Winery

Michael Barreto got hooked on wine by making his first barrel at home in 1999. After taking courses at CSU Fresno and UC Davis, Michael and his wife, Joey moved to California’s central coast. His first winery job was in 2001, where he quickly progressed from a cellar position into the laboratory. In 2003, Michael started at Le Vigne Winery as Assistant Winemaker, the same year he met Chris Behr. Chris was searching for someone to make wine from his first harvest of Cabernet Sauvignon. After tasting the wine, they both realized that it was the start of something special.

In 2019 Michael and Joey partnered with Chris and Linda Behr to create exciting, award-winning wines from Oso Libre Winery. One of Michael’s favorites is Por Vida, a blend featuring Cabernet Sauvignon, Primitivo and Mourvedre, blended with harmony and balance in mind.

Michael’s strong background in Agricultural Business has helped with all aspects of winemaking. He says “There are many facets to being a winemaker, from walking the vineyard to interacting with customers in the tasting room. Even the hectic sleepless environment of harvest can be joyful. A tremendous feeling results at the end of much hard work and nurturing the vines, concentrated into a wonderful vintage.”

Join Michael & Joey Barreto on this “Bucket List” trip to Bordeaux, arguably the world’s greatest wine region, sailing on the delightful river ship AmaDolce. On board there will be an ample provision of wines from Oso Libre Winery, along with local vintages. There are wonderful pre and post cruise tours, of Bordeaux city and Basque Spain, on each side of the 7-night “Taste of Bordeaux” river cruise.

This exclusive holiday is dedicated to great food, fine wines and plentiful sunshine. Join us for this once in a lifetime wine experience.

Michael & Joey Barreto