Barry has been involved in every aspect of wine all his life, Vineyardist, Winery owner, Wine Maker, wine sales inc, wholesaler, retailer and importer and Wine Educator at colleges and specialized schools. He was Calif and National Board Member of SWE, is currently a Tastevin (DTM) member of the Dionysian Society. Was one of the first to pass the judges exam for both Intervin and California State fair in 1985 and has been a judge for IWSC since 1988.