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Spectacular Napa Valley Estate Olive trees and an award winning vineyard greet you as you enter the gates. Jaw dropping views over the Silverado Country Club golf course to the east and the vineyards of Napa Valley to the west. The house is a comfortable but spacious 7,000 square feet with an additional 4,000 square feet in supporting area. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with name dropping appliances and huge island. Wine cellar with transferable license to sell. The master suite is a luxurious retreat with fireplace and amazing master bath. Charming guest rooms, each with their own bath. Even an elevator to assist in moving from floor to floor. A huge lower level great room complete with kitchen for all of the fun & games you can imagine. Four car oversized garage with 10 foot ceilings. Above is 1200 sq. ft. of custom office space, conference area and delightful guest room. Bocce ball court, sun drenched patio, and a sparkling infinity pool surrounded by amazing views. A very unique offering.
Offered at $4,295,000
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Extremely rare opportunity to acquire 38.7 acres in Oakville AVA. Oakville AVA is one of Napa Valley’s most coveted and prestigious regions. Home to such distinguished wineries as SCREAMING EAGLE, HARLAN, BOND, DALLA VALLE, OPUS ONE, PLUMP JACK, SILVER OAK, FAR NIENTE and RUDD, as well as Napa Valley’s most highly regarded vineyards such as TO KALON, BACKUS and HEITZ CELLER’S famous MARTHA’S VINEYARD. Villa Mille Rose Vineyard is a 38.7 acre property on the valley floor in the heart of the Oakville Appellation with commanding and panoramic views of vineyards and mountains. This is truly a premier location surrounded by multi-million dollar properties. A chance to create a world class winery and/or prime location for an ultra-premium dream estate on a proposed building envelope. Approx. 35 acres planted with premium Chardonnay & Merlot vines, 400 GPM well and 8 bedroom perc for an engineered septic system.
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Grandeur, serenity & timeless Mediterranean elegance characterize this palatial estate situated on approx. 40 acres with panoramic views of Napa Valley. While ranking as one of the largest private residences in Napa Valley, it is also an intimate and family- friendly home, and a floor plan that maintains privacy for all. Approx. 9,600 sq. ft., voluminous grand-scale formal rooms, 7 fireplaces, library, office, music room, gymnasium, wine cellar, wine tasting room, and splendid chef’s kitchen for grand Napa Valley entertaining. Located in the highly desirable “Spring Mountain “AVA, near the Spring Mountain Winery in St. Helena. A rare opportunity to acquire a world class Napa Valley estate with approx. 7 acres of ultra premium Napa Valley hillside vineyard and helicopter pad. Cult wine brand and inventory (approx. $5-$6 million) can be purchased for an additional $9.5 million.
$18,800,000
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Howell Mountain AVA Winery Estate Seize the opportunity to acquire a highly-rated & established Howell Mountain AVA winery with a 20,000 gallon winery use permit. Sited on 41+ acres with approx. 6.7 acres of Bordeaux varietal vineyard, a complete wine production facility including 5,000+/- sq. ft. of caves, a 6,600 sq. ft. crush/fermentation pad, and… high on a hilltop, above the fog, a beautiful Provencal estate with breathtaking panoramic views of Napa Valley. Undoubtedly the most scenic winery estate to come on the market in recent years. This winery estate appeals to every sense & satisfies every desire of an oenophile’s dream. The owner has developed a reputation and built a brand receiving accolades of 93 to 95 point wines. A chance to jump into the Napa Valley wine industry at its top tier and produce world-class cult wines. The residence is designed by acclaimed local architect, Ray Rector, and this artfully created Provencal estate speaks fluently of charm and beauty with elegant European touches in every room. Beautiful courtyard entry with fireplace, multiple patios, splendid terraces, and gorgeous gardens surrounded by majestic century-old olive trees that match the architectural formality of the residence. Passing the torch! A legacy to be continued……..
$16,000,000
Yvonne Rich DRE01045780
(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California
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Beautifully situated on a country lane, this distinctive vineyard estate on 6+ acres has all the elements to fulfill a Napa Valley vintner’s dream. Approx. 5 acres of premium Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard and the grapes have been sold to several notable wineries in the past. According to the City of St. Helena zoning ordinances, this property may qualify for a winery permit. With stunning vineyard & mountain views in every direction, this home features a great room with cathedral ceilings, large marble fireplace, gleaming wood floors throughout, luxurious master suite, office/library, spacious patio, wine bar, and sophisticated country kitchen with the finest appliances to simplify entertaining. Offering easy access to downtown St. Helena,
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Magnificent French Country estate nestled on 1+ acres offers classic European charm with all the modern amenities and is only minutes to downtown St. Helena. Dramatic architecture, cathedral/beamed ceilings, and banks of beautiful arched windows reveal the beautiful outdoor surroundings. Approx. 5,000+ sq. ft., 4 br & 5 ba, gracious living room, library/office, exercise room, sun-filled French country kitchen with adjoining breakfast nook and spacious family/entertaining room with a balcony which is perfectly designed to accommodate grand-scale indoor/outdoor entertaining. The grounds create a resort-like atmosphere, while adding to the sense of privacy and quiet country ambience.
This impeccable home reflects grace and style at every turn.
$1,350,000
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(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California
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This stunning contemporary home radiates sophisticated modern allure and crisp & clean geometric lines compliment minimalist luxury. Concrete floors flow from interior to exterior, glass walls and glass passages, sweeping terraces, grand-scale living space, and multiple entertaining areas offer the height of sophistication - truly one of the most extraordinary modern contemporary estates to become available in Napa Valley in this decade. Sited on 10+ level acres with a beautiful lake/pond and gorgeous views of Mt. George. The exquisitely landscaped grounds feature sculpted formal gardens, over 400 organic fruit & citrus tree, oil producing olive orchard, organic vegetable beds, (2) lighted tennis courts, bocce court, beautiful pool & spa, and an outdoor entertaining pavilion with barbecue center and fireplace.
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This 2014 renovated modernist Napa Valley compound is sited on 1+ acres on the coveted Lodi Lane in St. Helena with vistas of vineyards and a serene pond. The powerful contemporary architecture is designed with a mix of modern materials and large spans of glass are beautifully combined with wood, rustic metals and exposed concrete. Every bit of the house is chosen and shaped for maximum effect, creating distinct personalities for each major room and voluminous open interior spaces, walls of glass doors throughout for indoor/outdoor Napa Valley living. Approx. 5,000+ sq. ft. residence is an art collector’s dream with a unique center hall with 20ft ceilings & expansive center gallery; unconventional floor plan, yet every amenity imaginable.
Truly an estate for the modern ages........
$5,995,000
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(707)968-9888 1338 Main Street, St. Helena, California
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BEAUTIfUlly RenovateD noRmanDy Style Home with guest house, art studio/workshop, in ground pool, a great old barn and a master gardener designed rose garden. Living room w/ fireplace, wood floors, crown molding and indirect lighting, formal dining room, office/den w/ custom built-ins, media room, gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, custom cabinetry, La Rochelle tile counters, banquette and a lovely screened in porch. $1,429,000
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1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422
EXQUISITE CUSTOM HOME Beautiful custom home with so many special features. Main level master suite with French doors to the private patio, travertine floors, limestone gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen w/walk in pantry, Wolf range, Sub Zero refrigerator, granite counter tops, 3 large bedrooms upstairs, custom shutters, surround sound throughout, electronically controls for pool, irrigation, full service interior elevator, beautifully landscaped yard, in ground pool and spa in a lovely private backyard. $1,325,000
WHAT A VIEW Four bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, family room with fireplace, new custom deck and fencing so you can enjoy the beautiful views of a meadow and Mt. St. Helena. Freshly painted inside and out; great outdoor spaces for entertaining and gardening. $655,000
NEW ON THE MARKET 27+ acres of pure privacy. 2 bedroom 2400 sq.ft. home with a chefs kitchen, large living room with vaulted ceiling. Lots of usable land for horses, gardening, small hobby vineyard, olive orchard or?. Detached garage or barn/workshop. $915,000
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59.7+/- aCre eState property Located in Calistoga and Knights Valley, adjacent to Blossom Creek Winery and Turnbull this 4100 sq.ft main residence, 900 sq.ft guest house currently utilized as an office, with approx. 16.7 acres of vineyard on a long term lease expiring in 2025. An additional 8+/- acres of vineyard - 4 acres of hillside Cabernet and 4+/-acres of Petite Sirah with additional plantable acreage and potential for Winery/Caves. A rare opportunity! $6,950,000
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1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422
WINE COUNTRY LIVING You will be energized and inspired by the incredible peacefulness and tranquility of this beautifully designed 3841 square foot retreat on an 8 acre knoll top just minutes to Calistoga. Breathtaking 360 degree views, 3 bed. 3 1/2 baths, game room, wine cellar and small Petite Sirah vineyard, spacious deck; it’s a wonderful lifestyle. $2,250,000
BELLA VISTA VINEYARDS An incredible opportunity to own a one of a kind Estate property situated on over 200 acres in Napa and Sonoma County. The custom built Mediterranean Style residence was designed by Adrian Martinez AIA and there are three additional buildable parcels included in this sale and each one provides panoramic views. 37+/- acre premium vineyard, planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Chardonnay, benefits from excellent Aiken loam soils and is located in both the Calistoga and Knights Valley appellations. This profitable grape growing program produced over 483 tons of fruit over the last 3 harvests and generated revenues of over 1.2 Million. The ranch features spectacular views of Mt. St. Helena and enjoys an abundant supply of water from its substantial irrigation pond and private well. This property presents a unique opportunity to build a vineyard estate compound or winery with attractive current cash flow and access to both Napa and Sonoma Counties. $10,495,000
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US homebuilding drops in May, but pace stronger than in 2014 JOSH BOAK Associated Press WASHINGTON — U.S. builders broke ground on fewer homes in May, but the pace of construction remains significantly higher than a year ago as the real estate sector increasingly reflects the stronger job market. The Commerce Department said in June that housing starts last month fell 11.1 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.04 million homes. Economists say that starts increased so sharply in April — surging 22 percent to an annual rate of 1.17 million — that some giveback was inevitable in May. And in a promising sign for the months ahead, approved building permits rose increased 11.8 percent to an annual rate of 1.28 million — the highest level since August 2007. “While the May starts data was a bit of a disappointment, the permit data was much stronger than expected suggesting 10 — Distinctive Properties
starts should continue to improve in coming months, supporting job creation and the broader economy,” said Dan Greenhaus, chief strategist at the brokerage BTIG. There were fewer starts that month in all four major geographic regions: the Midwest, Northeast, South and Midwest, driven in large part by a monthly decline in the rate of apartment construction. Still, housing starts have increased 6 percent year-todate, aided by the spillover effects of strong job growth and relatively low mortgage rates. Construction firms appear ready to increase building activity of both houses and apartment complexes in the coming months to satisfy the growing demand for housing. Employers have added 3.1 million jobs over the past 12 months — new paychecks that
are flowing into the housing market as more Americans have the income to buy new houses at a median price of roughly $300,000. Sales of new homes have climbed nearly 24 percent year-to-date, according to a separate Commerce Department report. There are also more Americans renting. Even though job growth has accelerated, the economy has slowly crawled back over the past six years from the Great Recession. The Washington-based think tank Urban Institute estimated in a recent report that 13 million additional households will be renting by 2030, compared with 9 million additional homeowners. But the increased demand has kept supplies tight, feeding expectations that builders will respond by breaking ground on more houses and apartment complexes in the
coming months. As of April, the market for new homes had 4.8 months of supply, compared with 5.6 months a year ago. A healthy market generally contains six months’ worth of supply. Builders also have an increasingly positive outlook on sales. The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo builder sentiment index released Monday rose to 59 this month, up five points from 54 the May reading. Readings above 50 indicate more builders view sales conditions as good rather than poor. Mortgage rates have started to climb, although they remain low by historic standards. The average 30-year, fixed mortgage rate was 4.04 percent in mid-June, according to the mortgage firm Freddie Mac. That is up from 3.87 percent in the prior week.
More bicycle racks coming to Napa Air quality district awards city a grant HOWARD YUNE hyune@napanews.com Bicyclists will soon have places to keep their wheels at nearly all of Napa’s public parks. A city application for bike rack hardware has won the approval of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, Dave Perazzo, the city parks manager said in June. The equipment will create 52 two-wheel parking installations to be spread across most of the 26 parks, half the city’s total, that lack racks. Napa plans to install the racks at 23 sites, including Oxbow Commons, the Napa River flood bypass in the Oxbow district. The remaining sites are mainly smaller neighborhood parks in the city system, according to a memo from Perazzo to the city Bicycle and Trails Advisory Commission. The Bay Area-wide program run by the air quality district
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provides cities with vouchers to buy racks, lockers and other bicycle storage. Municipalities chosen for the program can receive up to $60 of credit for each bike parking space created, to a maximum of $15,000. Perazzo said the city will order and receive the bike rack hardware over the next month, then install it during the summer. Cities receiving free or discounted bike parking equipment through the air quality district must install the racks within four months of delivery. The voucher program requires cities receiving bike racks to place them within a tenth of a mile of a major activity center, and maintain them for at least 10 years. Vouchers pay for the equipment, with the cities responsible for their installation and upkeep.
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CHARLES BOGUE, REALTOR CalBRE #00482010 other offers that will be presented. In preparation for actually writing the offer you may want to take some of the following steps: Be pre-approved and not just prequalified for your loan with written documentation to show that you are ready to go and as good as a cash buyer. Offer the availability of your lender to confirm your qualifications to obtain the loan. Knowing seller wants and needs allows the offer to be structured with closing date, occupancy, excluded personal property that might offset a price shortfall. Have your Realtor inquire to learn as much as possible from the listing agent. Explore the history of the property and owners to know how long they have owned the home, if they have made additions and improvements and even their use and interests such as gardening and entertaining that you might inherit. Do an Estimate of Market Value, which will give you a more accurate idea of where the selling price will end up and not what the seller is asking for the home. In a competitive situation, and in a rising market, the selling price often exceeds the listed price that is being asked for the property. Having accumulated all of this information about the home and current owners your Realtor can work together to construct the most competitive offer. It is important to draw price conclusions from recent sales and other similar homes that have recently gone into contract. This can
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confirm a rising or falling market that you will need to stay above to be the successful buyer. The goal in writing a successful offer is to give the seller all the terms they want including occupancy and personal property with the minimal amount of costs and contingencies that would complicate the sale. Create an offer that can be signed and accepted in its original form and not require the seller to request changes. Though not so common in today’s real estate world, request that your Realtor present your offer in person to introduce you to them, give background on your knowledge and appreciation of their home and personalize the process. This also creates an opportunity to emphasize that even if your offer might not be the highest in price it is most
likely to close escrow. What price to offer in a competitive bidding situation has no easy answer. One way to approach the question is to establish a price base where you will be sorry if you don’t get the home and a price ceiling where you won’t regret losing the home to another buyer. Knowing you have created a strategic plan, prepared well, and presented your best possible offer will give you a competitive advantage and your best odds of being the successful home owner. Charles Bogue is a Real Estate Broker in Napa Valley, CA with Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley. For more real estate advice, please contact him at (707) 486-5511 or cbnapa@ napanet.net.
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Offered at $1,325,000
6468 Washington St. #233, Yountville • Located in desirable Rancho de Napa • Features open family room and kitchen • Deckoffmastersuitewithmountain and vineyard views
Offered at $215,000
100 Wall Rd., Napa • Unique parcel in Mayacamas Mtn. Range • Towering trees, picturesque boulders • Seasonal creek, year round artesian spring • 2 potential building sites
www.1997CapellValleyRoad.com • Wonderful private setting with meandering trout streams • Spacious,open floorplan allows for easy entertaining • Wonderful gateway just 20 minutes from Silverdo Trail
Offered at $285,000
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6468 Washington St. #164, Yountville • Gorgeous newer home with many upgrades • Beautiful Birch hardwood floors and spacious 9 foot ceilings • Kitchen w/wonderful Oak cabinets and a peninsula counter
6468 Washington St. #11, Yountville • Spacious open home in desirable Rancho de Napa • Large great room with breakfast/ dining area • Close to Yountville’s shopping and dining
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www.1440CrestmontDr.com • Gated entry with unparalleled views • Stunning great room with stately fireplace • Spacious apartment, wine cellar, guest house, gorgeous patio Offered at $2,850,000
www.1480ZinfandelLane.com • Enjoy a quiet glass of wine overlooking your vineyards • Massive Guest Suite above the wine cellar and garage • Located on prestigious West Zinfandel Lane Offered at $3,950,000
www.3454WestminsterCt.com • Elegant custom 4BD/3BA home in custom neighborhood • Family room, formal dining room, spacious master suite covered deck • Nearly an acre level lot, vineyard view, covered deck, remodeled kitchen Offered at $1,149,000
www.16MarsalaWay.com • Gorgeous home in North Napa • Stainless steel appliances and beautiful wood cabinets • Master Suite w/generous sitting room, beautiful bathroom, his/hers closets Offered at $1,098,000
www.805CapitolaDr.com • Amazing setting on over 2 acres • Includes pond fed by an Artisanal spring • Huge outbuilding for workshop or storage area Offered at $1,195,000
114 Vineyard Cir., Yountville
• Great 2BD/2BA Yountville condo • Blocks from all great restaurants and shops • Views of vineyard and hills Offered at $565,000
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www.1415FoothillBlvd.com • Absolutely charming Victorian • Main house features six unique beds/baths • 2 bedroom carriage house makes a charming guest house • Current B&B license Offered at $2,595,000
www.1TallentLn.com • Beautiful custom Craftsman just blocks from shopping and dining • Wonderful views of vineyards and eastern hills • Kitchen has been upgraded with granite countertops and new appliances Offered at $1,395,000
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• Family compound on over 26 acres • Expansive lawn and pool area with spectacular views • Complete with main house, guest house and two adorable cabins Offered at $2,550,000
2425 Soda Canyon Road, Napa • Some of the most spectacular views to San Francisco • Live in the existing guest house while building your dream home • Includes a private road, electricity, septic & wells Offered at $2,400,000
www.3747BeartoothLane.com • Stunning Hidden Hills home • Huge lot with views to the City of Napa • High end materials and
impeccable workmanship Offered at $1,650,000
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Belissimo Vineyard Estate Experience the ultimate wine country vineyard estate. This gorgeous home is nestled on a knoll top surrounded by rolling hills of prime vineyards, producing highly sought after fruit. A private setting, with the feel of seclusion, yet minutes from town. The property consists of a main house, two guest houses, a pool house, four rentals and 70 acres of prime vineyards. The main house features massive glass doors that open up to sweeping views across the pool and the rolling vineyards beyond. Decorated in appointments of rustic elegance, this is the perfect choice for a quiet evening and your favorite glass of wine, or to host a spectacular event that your guests will never forget. Located just minutes from the charming city of Calistoga, Belissimo Vineyards is a world class property worthy of consideration by those seeking the finest in the wine country lifestyle.
Offered at $15,995,000 View all Napa Valley listiNgs oN my website, www.gatesestates.com (707) 944-0888 • Fax (707) 944-0884 • Cell (707) 333-7770 BRE #00711618
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ST. HELENA REAL ESTATE Napa Valley · Sonoma
NAPA CONTEMPORARY FARMHOUSE
CLASSIC FRENCH COUNTRY
Sophisticated yet casual farmhouse located near Silverado Country Club. 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath home with separate Guest House.
Vineyard view estate situated on 1.05 ± acres. Features a 3 Bed main residence, attached guest quarters, pool, pool house & bocce
Offered at $2,750,000
Offered at $5,395,000
Jacqueline Wessel (707) 738-7338
Barry Berkowitz (707) 529-7406
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NAPA VALLEY GARDEN ESTATE
ST. HELENA PIED-A-TERRE
Majestic Napa Valley garden estate on a 5.25 ± acres. Cape Cod style 3 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath Farmhouse plus 2 Bed guest quarters.
Lovingly restored & updated 3 Bed / 2 Bath vintage home. Open floor plan with detached game room / studio. Great Location!
Offered at $2,950,000 Gail Morgan Lane (707) 291-0156
Offered at $1,395,000 Barry Berkowitz / Jacqueline Wessel (707) 529-7406 (707) 738-7338
(707) 967-9570 1346 Main Street JulyCA 2015 – 17 St. Helena, 94574
ST. HELENA REAL ESTATE Napa Valley · Sonoma
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LUXURY ESTATE HOME & VINEYARD
WINERY ESTATE & VINEYARD
Spectacular 5 Bedroom estate on 5.25 ± acres. Features 2 ± acre Petite Syrah Vineyard and incredible amenities throughout.
Winery, vineyard and Mediterranean residence in the Atlas Peak Appellation. 10 ± acres planted with 8,000 gallon winery permit.
Offered at $7,495,000
Offered at $5,975,000
Barry Berkowitz / Jacqueline Wessel (707) 529-7406 (707) 738-7338
Gail Morgan Lane / Claudine Perret (707) 291-0156
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1346 Main Street St. Helena, CA 94574
ST. HELENA MAIN STREET MAIN STREET
July 2015 – 15
Marilyn McCoul, Broker vino4x4@aol.com
(707) 942-6225
CALISTOGA COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE Located within the downtown business hub and in close proximity to the Calistoga Depot. This parcel is 1.14 acre with 2 metal warehouse/storage buildings with water and sewer. Zoning is Community Commercial Design District Overlay. Offered at $1,385,000
CALISTOGA EMERALD DRIVE LOT This available lot is the largest in the Centre Court seventeen lot development, which is a gated private street with newer custom homes. All utilities to the curb. Buy now to build your dream home! Offered at $397,000
ONE OF THE NICEST STREETS IN CALISTOGA! Beautiful oak studded 1/3+ acre estate lot (16,000+ SF) with privacy and views in a quiet cul-de-sac. There is a water well in addition to city water. Maggie Avenue is a no traffic residential street! ONE OF A KIND LOT IN CALISTOGA! Offered at $505,000
ON THE GREEN!
This well maintained, spacious home is located in a parklike setting in Chateau Calistoga, a 55+ community. It features many recent upgrades: laminate wood and tile flooring, double pane windows, newer HVAC, newer interior paint, brand new built-in oven. Open and airy kitchen with a large great room. 1536 +/- sq. ft. 2BD/2BA. YOU WILL LOVE THIS PLACE! GREAT LOCATION WITH VIEWS! Offered at $112,000
Wine Country Specialists for Over 50 Years 1705 Washington Street, Suite J, Calistoga, CA • CalBRE #00232437 • Fax: 707-942-6332 14 — Distinctive Properties
Enchanting Wine Country Estate
Tucked Away on 5.8 acres behind iron gates in the heart of Napa Valley, this is a home boasting superior detail and finishes. Complete with inviting outdoor spaces for the ultimate in Wine Country Living, a stone entry welcomes you to this enchanting single level farm house surrounded by 4.2 acres of Cabernet vines. Featuring hand troweled finishes, solid core doors, skylights, wine cellar and crown moldings. French doors lead to the stone terrace surrounding the sparkling pool and expansive gardens for seamless indoor and outdoor living. Abundant privacy and yet easy access to the best food and wine in the world, this is truly an oasis of relaxed wine country living.
Offered at $2,895,000
Welcome Home to Cedar Gables Inn
A luxurious 10,000 square foot Napa Valley Bed and Breakfast mansion, where enchantment, romance and history await you. Known as one of the Big 4 Napa mansions, Cedar Gables was designed by famed architect Ernest Coxhead in the Shakespearean style. It is well known for its elegant dining room with hand cut lead crystal chandeliers, Old English Tavern with a massive fireplace, period details and grand and secret staircases. It offers nine uniquely decorated guest rooms with beautiful antiques. The rooms include queen or king beds, private baths, some with fireplaces and two person whirlpool tubs. There is also the State of the Art Culinary kitchen. Come, dare to dream what you could make possible!
Offered at $3,750,000
Carolyn Roberts BROKER/OWNER 707-258-5248 croberts99@aol.com www.carolynroberts.com N A P A • S T . H E L E N A
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Beautiful Single Level St. Helena 3BD/2BA home. Wonderful West Side location. Perfect for entertaining. Hardwood floors, living room fireplace and wine closet. New master bath with shower and tub, 2 separate vanities and walk-in closet with built-in storage. In-ground pool and outdoor kitchen w/fridge, BBQ and patio dining. You’ll never want to leave home! Offered at $998,000
Delightful East Side Country Home Offering ample space for a variety of lifestyle needs. Open and spacious living areas plus inviting outdoor entertainment area for summer enjoyment complete with pool and garden. Master bedroom w/French doors opening to deck and pool. Additional office/workshop. Offered at $869,500
Yes, a 5 Bedroom Home on Over .25 acre! A beautifully updated chef’s kitchen that opens to the spacious family room and the park like outdoor area perfect for summer entertaining. Features include 2 fireplaces, master retreat with updated bath and mirrored closet doors. Downstairs BD & BA. Formal living room and family room, semi-formal dining room, and plantation shutters. Offered at $695,000
Opportunity is Knocking! Great Browns Valley location along a tranquil tree lined street. You could have this as your new address in Browns Valley. Spacious tri-level 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on a large lot with your very own redwood grove. Bring your checkbook and your imagination. You won’t be sorry! Offered at $569,900
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Historic Farmhouse in the Napa Valley Abundant privacy and yet close to all of the Wine Country! Beautifully remodeled and meticulously maintained. Extensive use of French doors and skylights. Wrap around porch is ideal for summer relaxation and leads you to inviting outdoor spaces with pool, hot tub, outdoor kitchen and raised garden beds. You will love the spaciousness and timeless beauty of this property. Offered at $995,000
Room with a View Custom 3BD/3BA design for easy living in the Wine Country. Enjoy the morning sunrise over the mountains in the east and city lights at night. Sunsets in the west with no rear neighbors. Nature abounds! Open floor plan with lots of hardwood flooring and fireplaces in both living room and separate family room. Offered at $849,000
Carolyn Roberts BROKER/OWNER 707-258-5248 croberts99@aol.com www.carolynroberts.com N A P A • S T . H E L E N A 46 — Distinctive Properties
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Anne Kennedy
David Johnson
Elizabeth Olcott
Dotty Hopkins
415.250.2790
707.265.1400
707.312.0819
707.815.7630
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Andrea Devoto
CalBRE#01388551
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707.480.4469
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Emily Pahk
Agent Services Coordinator
707.529.5896
Eve Kahn
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707.363.1512
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Henry Morales McGrath
Jessica Dunn
Kim McPherson
Kim Streblow
707.688.1586
707.392.0436
707.326.0979
707.799.1780
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Linda Butterwick Sales Associate
707.320.7946
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707.287.3065
CalBRE#01893361
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You Won’t Want to Leave Sitting atop the knoll of this 10 acre parcel with sweeping views across the Valley to San Francisco, this beautiful recent remodel offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, (2 en suite) large open greatroom kitchen and attached 2 car garage. A wrap around deck provides al fresco dining space and a fairly flat meadow provides possibilities for a barn, pool, guest house etc.
Recently Reduced to $1,750,000
Vacation At Home Beautiful, spacious 4090 sf home with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths plus au pair quarters on a lush, landscaped acre+ near Silverado CC. Great amenities like a sound system inside & out, large deck, Pebble Tec pool & spa, gorgeous vineyard views in 2 directions thru huge picture windows, spacious greatroom/kitchen, rec room, library, media room, wine cellar, 2 wells for home & garden, gorgeous tile & hardwood floors, child’s play area, even a chicken coop for fresh eggs! A place to call home.
Offered at $2,490,000 DOTTY HOPKINS, REALTOR 707.815.7630 dottyhop@gmail.com CalBRE# 00892584
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3181 tiffany lane, Napa Modern architecture meets old world craftsmanship in this one-of-a-kind Josh & Pat Chandler custom-built home in a private gated community. Featured on HGTV, this stunning Napa home exudes contemporary design complemented by warm traditional European elements, including reclaimed materials and hand-troweled plaster walls. Virtually every room enjoys beautiful nature views. The expansive layout and many outdoor spaces assure seamless entertaining.
Offered at $1,350,000 ElizabEth OlcOtt, brOkEr assOciatE 707.312.0819 elizabeth@elizabetholcott.com CalBRE# 01388551
www.elizabetholcott.com
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3240 sODa canYOn rOaD, naPa set in an idyllic location at the top of soda canyon road, hummingbird haven Estate is nestled amid picturesque greenery on 2.5 acres. both the expansive 3 bedroom 2.5 bath split-level main home and 3 bedroom 1 bath in-law suite/rental home offers comfortable living and entertaining space enhanced by stunning vineyard and mountain views. $1,185,000
ElizabEth OlcOtt
707.312.0819 | CalBRE# 1388551
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cute, cute & charming with capital c’s! 1 bedroom + Den/sunroom. this is a gem inside and out. a couple of blocks from downtown napa! $425,000
ElizabEth OlcOtt
707.312.0819 | CalBRE# 1388551
1221 sEminarY strEEt, naPa bring your contractor and imagination to restore the 1861 thomas Earl house. this Grande Dame is set on approx. 1/3 acre, has over 3200 sF of living space w/ an upstairs au pair or in-law area. now is the chance to own history and then make your own. $949,000
Kim mcPhErsOn
707.326.0979 | CalBRE# 01441611
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3672 Willis Drive, Napa East Bel Aire 4 bedroom home that backs up to Vintage Farms. No rear neighbors! Nicely redone with dual pane windows, kitchen cabinets with easy close doors and wood floors in the kitchen and dining area. Both baths have been upgraded and there is new carpet and paint throughout the interior. Spacious back yard and deck. Don’t Offered at $529,000 miss out!
1123 Mountain View Circle, Browns Valley Tri-Level. Premium setting with a backyard ready for summer fun including a built-in pool, spa and newly landscaped terraced gardens. Hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings and a remodeled kitchen with a Viking range. Family Room with gas fireplace that opens to the the pool/spa. All 3 bathrooms have been updated and there is even a downstairs bed/bath with a separate entrance. Close to Browns Valley School. Move in Ready! Offered at $765,000
581 Chaucer Lane, American Canyon Diamond in the rough. Needs some work inside but is in overall good shape. Close to transportation and near Safeway. Nice yard. Really good bones! Roof inspection has been completed and Pest report will be completed this week. Offered at $439,000
2286 3rd Street, Napa Don’t miss this Rare opportunity to build the Vacation Home of your Dreams located in the Heart of Old Town Napa. Nestled between a lovely Victorian and Craftsman, with a small park-like setting across the street, this lot is located among historical homes on one of Napa Valley’s Old Town streets. Comes with full set of plans to build Ultra Modern home (approved 1995), OR bring your Architect and build the Home of Your Dreams!! Offered at $260,000
2260 First Street, Napa Downtown Napa Remodel. Absolutely everything has been done in this stunning downtown Napa 1930’s home. Over 2,600 sq. ft of living space on a generous lot with a two car garage, storage building and greenhouse. Downstairs master bedroom. Don’t miss out on owning in Call for Price Downtown Napa!
3136 Hyde Park Drive, Napa North Napa Location. 4 bedroom / 3 bath home on a wonderful street in north Napa. Close to schools, shopping and everything the Napa Valley has to offer. If you’re looking for a great place to call home, then this is the home for you! Offered at $650,000
10 Montecito Blvd., Napa Situated in sought after ALTA HEIGHTS, first time on the market since initial purchase. This home has been truly loved and cared for. Features sunken living room, fantastic inviting patio, 2 bdrm/1 bath. Great living environment, great schools. Solid and well placed home for comfort of Priced at $562,000 living.
2132 Kathleen Drive, Napa Remodeled 3 bdrm/2 bath. Beautiful refinished hardwood floors throughout. Delightful remodeled bathroom, brand new wood stove bringing comfort and warmth throughout the whole house. Backyard is ample with lemon tree and patio. Great location. Don’t miss this one at $425,000
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PanoramicViews-LuxuryEstate-Winecellar 12.19+/-acres-4bdrm/4.5baths,6,698+/-s.f.home
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he big move—it should be in all-caps and announced with a deep, authoritative voice. THE BIG MOVE. And it’s coming to your family soon. It might be from one house to another across town, or it might involve crossing many state lines. No matter the distance, amount of belongings or number of people, your big move is going to be a big deal. There are ways to plan for your move so the big event doesn’t overwhelm you. Here are five moving tips from Penske Truck Rental, which has been helping customers complete their big moves for more than 40 years. Less is better—The less you have to move, the easier your move will be on your body and your wallet. It will also be easier to fit everything into your new house. While packing, create three
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piles. The first is your “must-go” pile. The second is your “mustsell” pile, which includes anything you haven’t used in the last year, anything you have multiples of and anything you just don’t want any more. The third is the “mustthrow” pile, and it contains anything that can’t be sold at a garage sale or donated. Start creating these piles now, and it will make moving day much easier. Stock up on supplies— Big boxes might seem like a great idea because they can hold so much stuff, but what happens when you try to lift one and carry it down a flight of steps? Stock up on boxes of multiple sizes, but keep in mind that smaller is much easier to carry. Also stock up on foam and bubble wrap to protect your fragile items, a good supply of packing tape and bold markers for labeling boxes.
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ESTATE BUILDING SITE Unique 20+ Acre Estate in the Coombsville AVA. Fabulous views of the valley. Plantable acreage with excellent water supply -well tested at 85 gpm, new permit for another. 14-stall and 4-stall horse barns, beautiful indoor and outdoor arenas, water tower guest house, and 3BR/2BA caretaker’s quarters. Build your dream home while residing in the newly remodeled 2,500 sf. apartment above the barn. $4,950,000
CONTEMPORARY FARMHOUSE Custom Built Farmhouse with 5 Bdrms & Office. Private Setting on .70 Acre. Open Floor Plan Offers Family Room with Cathedral Ceilings. Gourmet Kitchen with Counter Seating & Informal Dining. Howard Backen Style Retractable Doors Open to a Resort-Like Back Yard with Solar Heated Pool/Spa, Outdoor Kitchen with Counter Seating, Bocce & Fire Pit. Downstairs Bedroom with En Suite Bath Perfect for Guests or In-Law!
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Spacious Single Level Main House. 1200 Sq Ft 1BD/1BA Pool House with Full Kitchen. Enjoy the Ultimate in Indoor/Outdoor Living. 5 Sets of French Doors Open from the Main House & Lanai Doors Retract Open from the Pool House to a Large Outdoor Entertaining Area with an Outdoor Kitchen, Pool, Spa with Water Feature, Fireplace, Jack Chandler Landscaping. Temperature Controlled Wine $2,900,000 Cellar/Storage.
Spectacular and rare gated 11 +/- acre knoll-top vineyard estate in Napa Valley’s most coveted location. A treasure of understated elegance and relaxed luxury. Exquisite newly-constructed home represents the finest in design, materials & craftsmanship. Dazzling grounds w/5 +/- acres of premium Cab. Sauv. vineyard. 1.5 +/acre lake w/dock, stunning landscaping w/mature trees, lavender & much more. Worthy of possible winery venture. Magnificent!
GORGEOUS CRAFTSMAN STYLE
CONTEMPORARY MODERN HOME
Custom Built Home Nestled in the Trees in a Private Setting Close to Town. Well Designed with an Abundance of Windows & French Doors to Capture the Stunning Views. Peaceful, Serene & Zen-Like Feel Throughout with Lots of Natural Light. Spacious Bedrooms Including a Luxurious Master with Fireplace, Spa-Like Bath & a Retreat Perfect for an Office or Nursery. Detached Garage with View Deck & a Hobby Barn!
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Contemporary Mid Century Modern Home Located Walking Distance to Highly Desirable Downtown Napa. This Eichler Inspired Home Offers 3 Bdrms Plus a Studio with Half Bath Perfect for Guests or an Office. Zen-Like Feel with an Abundance of Natural Light and a Floor Plan that Flows Seamlessly from Indoors Out. Spacious Outdoor Entertaining Area with Pool and Water Feature. $795,000
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At one point, Hatton said he’d risk a heart attack just to get one bid up to the next level. As a result, there were a number of steals — vineyard tours, accommodations, meals and more for a Napa Valley stay along with wine from Napa Valley Grapegrowers went for $40,000; a Las Vegas experience for two couples offered by Charles Krug Winery saw a top bid of $50,000; plus the Oakville Winegrowers lot of 33 magnums and Festival del Sole VIP passes for three days raised but $60,000. In addition, the new Flash Lots element of this year’s auction didn’t generate the interest Napa Valley Vintners hoped it would. A total of 10 lots — sold off about midway through the event — were offered at a starting bid of $100,000. If there were no takers, the bid offer dropped at $10,000 a clip until the first paddle went up. One lot went for $80,000 — Jameson Ranch Vineyards’ offer to host two couples at the KAABOO Music Festival in Del Mar — while three weren’t snapped up until the bid offer dropped to $20,000. What had the potential to raise $1 million instead brought in $360,000. The $160,000 bid for Bill Harlan’s Bond lot — a vertical tasting for 10 of all Bond wines (15 vintages, comprising 62 wines) followed by dinner, accommodations at Meadowood Napa Valley and a double magnum for each couple to take home — was yet another bargain compared with what bidders paid for Harlan’s wines at previous auctions. A likewise bargain was the $140,000 paid for the Alpha Omega lot of a first-class trip to New York City for two couples with opening night tickets to the Metropolitan Opera, a backstage toast with soprano Anna Netrebko, plus Chopard jewelry, plus a Napa Valley stay with a chef ’s table dinner at The Restaurant at Meadowood. However, there was plenty of excitement and willingness to spend big bucks for the top live auction lots of the day. They included: — Opus One Chair’s Lot, $2.4 million (tripled at $800,000). — Napa Valley Vintners FundA-Need, no amount disclosed.
According to a spokesperson for Napa Valley Vintners, “we made a decision this year not to release specific dollar results on most of the lots.” (David Pearson, Opus One CEO, said the partners — the children of the late Baroness Philippine de Rothschild and Constellation Brands — each pledged $300,000 to this year’s fund.) — Raymond Vineyards dinner concert with John Legend, $850,000. — Alejandro Bulgheroni Estate’s invitation for two couples to visit his Napa Valley wine estate as well as wine operations in both Uruguay and Argentina, plus a double magnum of the inaugural 2014 Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon, $600,000 (tripled on bids of $200,000 each).
— Staglin Family Vineyard’s offer to 10 top bidders of a case of 2013 cabernet sauvignon in custom-designed bottles, plus dinner and accommodations at the wine estate, a total of $350,000. — Dana Estates’ 10-year vertical collection of cabernet sauvignon, lodging for three couples and dinner prepared by chef Masaharu Morimoto, $340,000. — Colgin Cellars’ collection of double magnums of its hardto-come-by syrah, cabernet and cabernet blend, plus Italian fashion from Cucinelli, $320,000. — Hestan Vineyards’ cruise of the Italian coast — Portofino to Cinque Terre — aboard a private yacht and dinner for eight at the French Laundry, $320,000.
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Confetti rains down on a successful high bidder during the live auction portion of Auction Napa Valley on Saturday at Meadowood Napa Valley.
— Vine Trail bike ride from Napa to Yountville next June offered by 10 vintners, buy-ins were $5,000 each, with a pair of grand marshals paying $95,000 each; total not provided by NVV. — Screaming Eagle’s 12-liter balthazar of 2012 cabernet sauvignon, $500,000, tying the amount paid for an imperial of Screaming Eagle at the 2000 auction. — Chateau Montelena, Joseph Phelps Vineyards and Quintessa’s VIP experience for four at next year’s auction, plus tickets to Wine Spectator’s annual magnum party, $360,000.
Other lots of note included a 50-year vertical of sparkling wine from Schramsberg Vineyards. Louisiana’s Red Adams, a regular at the auction over the years, offered $250,000 as a tribute to the late Jamie Davies, who founded the winery with husband Jack a half-century ago. A classmate of Jamie Davies, Adams will get benchmark Schramsberg sparkling wine and Davies red wine selections representing every vintage from 1965 through 2014. The Robert Mondavi Winery lot brought a top bid of $200,000. It included a blending session with the winemaker and a private label designed by Margrit Mondavi,
four paintings by the widow of the industry icon, a dinner party for eight and a white MINI Cooper convertible like the one Margrit drives. Vineyard 7 & 8 offered a 2005 Morgan Roadster as part of its lot, along with three dozen bottles of its Spring Mountain cabernet sauvignon, plus accommodations and dinner at the estate. It sold for $190,000. Trips to Rome, Hong Kong and Las Vegas, along with airfare, accommodations, meals and a piece of Bulgari jewelry were offered by Blackbird Vineyards. That lot was snapped up at $260,000. A tasting for eight of rare Shafer Vineyards vintages, plus dinner and 10 magnums of Shafer Hillside Select from vintages dating from 1987 brought a top bid of $220,000. Lokoya’s trip to next year’s Kentucky Derby for four netted $200,000, while Opus One’s firstclass trip to Dubai, plus bottles from the 1979 and 1980 vintages, received a top bid of $240,000. The top 10 lots at this year’s Barrel Auction included, in order, Atelier Melka, Realm Cellars, Mayacamas Vineyards, Shafer Vineyards, The Mascot, Continuum Estate, Arkenstone Vineyards, Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery, Larkmead Vineyards and Cardinale. Scarecrow Wine and Grgich Hills Estate were the top e-auction lots. Chairing next year’s auction will be Agustin Francisco Huneeus. “Being a second generation to host Auction Napa Valley is a huge honor and a great reminder of the progress we have made in the Napa Valley,” he said, noting his father, Agustin Huneeus, had chaired the charity event two decades ago. “It also underscores the fact that building one of the great wine appellations in the world requires focus and passion, but it also takes time — generations. “In this spirit, the theme of next year’s Auction Napa Valley 2016 will be ‘Generations,’ celebrating the generations that came before us and gave us our heritage, as well as the generations to come with their own new ideas and passion.” June 2015 – 33
Legendary serenade, record-setting bids highlight Auction Napa Valley L. PIERCE CARSON lpcarson@napanews.com
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hile the aggregate failed to eclipse prior Napa Valley Vintner events, many components of the 35th annual Auction Napa Valley did set records, raising a total of $15.8 million for health care and children’s education locally. Held in a giant 40-by-60-meter enclosed, air-conditioned tent on the fairway at Meadowood Napa Valley — its home since 1981 — this year’s auction brought in $2.9 million less than last year’s unexpected record. Nevertheless it set records at the barrel auction, which brought in $1.9 million, $200,000 more than last year, and the popular 200-lot e-auction, which raised $612,500 compared with $490,000 in 2014. The auction chair’s lot — donated by the French and American team at Opus One — provided the successful bidder with a two-week visit to 11 of the most prestigious wine estates in Europe along with a 35-year vertical collection of Opus One magnums. It was initially auctioned off for $800,000. But when two additional bidders indicated they would pay a like amount, the Opus One team agreed to host not one but three couples on the European visit. That lot raised $2.4 million, becoming the top grossing lot of all time. A surprise appearance by Grammy- and Oscar-winning singer/songwriter John Legend brought added excitement to the Saturday afternoon event. Legend collaborated with Raymond Vineyards owner JeanCharles Boisset on a lot that includes a private concert following a dinner party for 30 at the vintner’s home on Wappo Hill. His exceptional rendition of the chart-topping “All of 32 — Distinctive Properties
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Some 850 guests, along with vintners, media and Napa Valley Vintners staff and volunteers, filled the huge 60-by-40-meter air-conditioned tent erected on the fairway at Meadowood Resort in St. Helena for last weekend’s Auction Napa Valley 2015. In addition to the usual tables and chairs that ringed the space, a bubble lounge with comfy sofas were also provided for returning bidders.
Me,” for which Legend accompanied himself on the piano, prompted another vintner, Rick Jones, to offer $850,000 for the very special lot. Legend offered to provide a pair of concerts if two bidders were willing to pledge $1 million each. There were no takers. The lot also includes wine from a new joint venture between the artist and the vintner — a cabernet and chardonnay project called LVE. While spirited bidding occurred as some of the lots went on the block, it seemed paddle holders were a bit more circumspect this year. On numerous occasions, auctioneers Fritz Hatton and Humphrey Butler coaxed bidders to raise their paddles or up the ante.
In a surprise appearance at the 35th annual Auction Napa Valley, Oscar and Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter John Legend performed his hit ballad, “All of Me.” Legend collaborated with Raymond Vineyards owner Jean-Charles Boisset for an auction lot that included a dinner concert for 30 at Boisset’s home on Wappo Hill and some wine from the soon-to-be-launched brand collaboration between artist and vintner.
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