Sun Valley Center Wine Auction Catalog by Sun Valley Museum of Art

SUN VALLEY CENTER

Wine Auction 2009

WELCOME

to the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction Thank you for supporting our mission to stimulate and provoke the imagination while opening hearts and minds through excellence in diverse arts programming.

The Ripple Effect … "There’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no end." —Scott Adams

Coming to the Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction is a remarkably generous act of kindness that benefits a whole community. The Sun Valley Center has been providing art experiences in the Wood River region for 38 years, and our valley has come to rely on The Center for nurturing the creativity of our youth and keeping our community vital with worldclass arts and cultural programs. Year after year, passionate donors have been the driving force behind the success of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts, and their extraordinary generosity at our annual Wine Auction provides 50% of The Center’s operating budget. We simply could not serve our community without your support! By attending a vintner dinner, purchasing an auction lot or raising your paddle for the scholarship lot, you make a difference—helping a scholarship recipient study music, providing a field trip to The Center for children to see art firsthand or enabling teachers to further their studies in the arts and humanities. Where the ripple effect ends, we never know. Because of a Center program, a teacher inspires a child’s interest in writing, a teenager decides to become a professional photographer, a student comes out of his shell after sharing a story with his class—we don’t always know where the ripples end, but we know where they begin. It is with great enthusiasm that the Sun Valley Center for the Arts welcomes you to the 2009 Wine Auction. See how your participation ripples through people’s lives!

A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR We are so pleased that you are here for the 28th annual Sun Valley Center Wine Auction. The wonderful history and success of this great event is because of you—our friends who come and generously support the auction and the programs it makes possible. We extend our sincere welcome to you. The Sun Valley Center for the Arts fulfills its mission "to stimulate and provoke the imagination while opening hearts and minds through excellence in diverse arts programming" by offering exhibitions, lectures, classes and performing arts events that touch on issues relevant to our times and by bringing some of the world’s most interesting artists, writers and thinkers to our small community in central Idaho. To present these programs, whether an after school class taught by a local artist or a visit from the world-renowned Gloria Steinem, The Center relies on the generosity of our donors and more specifically, you, our Wine Auction patrons. Approximately half of our funding comes directly from the Wine Auction, and this year your impact will be as essential as ever. We care deeply about arts education and regularly partner with local schools to bring authors, musicians and artists to work directly with students of all ages. The Center’s outreach programs supplement the school curriculum with in-school classes and workshops, which are offered free of charge to students and teachers. In addition to in-school programs, The Center provides a robust scholarship program that, in 10 years, has given more than $341,000 to over 200 local students and educators. The majority of funds for scholarships come directly from the Wine Auction. The arts can be educational, fun, moving, instructive, challenging, frustrating, interesting and even confusing. What we know is that they are not just important in our lives, they are crucial. Crucial to inspiring creativity, crucial to giving kids and teens an outlet for their emotions, crucial for adults to continue learning and growing and crucial to bringing communities together. We are extremely grateful for your attendance, your love of the arts, and your commitment to keeping the arts a part of all of our lives. Have a wonderful Wine Auction weekend—and raise those paddles high!

BILL RYBERG, Executive Director, Sun Valley Center for the Arts

THANK YOU TO PETER AND JENNIFER ROBERTS By the time you peruse this catalog, much of the hard work that goes into preparing for the Wine Auction has taken place. This year, The Center was fortunate to have two very generous supporters dedicate an enormous amount of time and effort to that preparation: Peter and Jennifer Roberts. As Chairpersons for this year’s Wine Auction—our 28th!—Peter and Jennifer have worked tirelessly, starting on the very day after last year’s event ended. They helped line up many of the unique auction lots, visited with prospective vintners and sponsors in Napa and elsewhere, led our effort to introduce some new initiatives and served as gracious ambassadors of The Center wherever they traveled. Peter and Jennifer also led a group of dedicated Wine Auction Committee members, without whom the Wine Auction would never come to fruition. The group worked especially hard this year to ensure the Wine Auction’s success by developing auction lots that are truly one-of-a-kind. They helped bring to life some new ideas, such as the Riedel Wine Symposium and featuring guest chefs at the Wine Auction Gala, that will enhance the event nicely. All of us are deeply grateful to the Roberts and to the Wine Auction Committee for their commitment not only to The Center but to this community and the many ways in which the arts add to our quality of life.

SPECIAL THANKS As the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction enters its 28th year, we have added new events, moved locations and have invited guest chefs to participate in the Wine Auction Gala dinner. As ever, The Center relies on the support of the community and the generosity and help of the Sun Valley Resort to create an incredible event. The Center is deeply grateful for the participation of Cal Stamenov, Rick Moonen, Ben Spungin, Georg Riedel, Shayn Bjornholm and Chris Blanchard, who are all generously donating their time to help make the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction a success. We thank the Sun Valley Resort for welcoming our guest chefs and for all their help in making our move to Dollar Mountain Lodge a smooth transition.

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing vintners, private donors and vintner housing hosts! THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING FOR THEIR GENEROUS PARTICIPATION DISTRIBUTORS

INDIVIDUALS

BRJ Cellars Hayden Beverage J.W. Thornton Imports Magic Valley Distributing Nouveaux Distributing S&C Importers and Distributors Tastevin Wines

Matt Bogue Lyman & Debra Drake Sandy & Jim Figge Nina Fox Lynne & Tim Harris Tim Johnson Jeanne Meyers & Richard Carr Trina Peters Peter & Jennifer Roberts Mr. & Mrs. Orrin Sage Wightmann, III and the Dula Foundation Kevin Stuessi Trish & David Wilson

HOUSING SPONSORS & HOSTS Patricia Aluisi Sandra & Chip Fisher Mike Howard Marsha & Kip Ingham Wilson & Lisa McElhinny Molly & Dave McGary Trina & Jake Peters Peter & Jennifer Roberts Phebe Thorne Gail & Jack Thornton Sharon & John Wellsandt Premier Resorts Sun Valley ResortQuest Sun Valley

GUEST CHEFS

CAL STAMENOV Chef & Culinary Director, Marinus at Bernardus Lodge Cal Stamenov is chef and culinary director—the creative visionary—for the dining venues of Bernardus Lodge, located in Carmel Valley, CA. In his position, Stamenov is responsible for the award-winning restaurant, Marinus, and the resort’s more casual bistro, Wickets. He also oversees the culinary operations for Will’s Fargo Dining House & Saloon in Carmel Valley Village. Stamenov’s cuisine is rooted in the subtle yet elegant uses of local organic produce, seafood and artisan farmed meats. His menus bring out the pure flavors of each fresh ingredient and seamlessly incorporate the herbs, vegetables and myriad varieties of tomatoes he grows in his own two-acre garden at Bernardus Lodge. To share his wealth of epicurean experiences, which span more than 20 years in some of the world’s most renowned restaurants, Stamenov initiated a series of seasonal culinary arts programs at Bernardus. These seminars, which cater to food and wine connoisseurs (namely Bernardus guests), bring to light the seasonal specialties of the region while simultaneously showcasing a selection of wines from the nearby Bernardus Winery and Vineyard. Prior to joining Bernardus Lodge in 1999, Stamenov was executive chef of the Pacific’s Edge restaurant at the Highlands Inn in Carmel. Stamenov was also closely involved with the prestigious Masters of Food & Wine event, an annual gathering of the world’s most celebrated chefs and winemakers. Before this, he served as chef de cuisine at the long-established Domaine Chandon Restaurant in Napa Valley. But for "Chef Cal," as he is fondly known, it all began in 1982 at the fabled Four Seasons restaurant in New York City, a post he accepted after graduating from the California Culinary Academy. Stamenov lives in Carmel Valley with his wife and three young children.

GUEST CHEFS

RICK MOONEN Creator & Executive Chef, rm seafood An advocate for sustainable fishing and seafood, chef Rick Moonen has a passion for conservation that has led him to national acclaim. A native New Yorker, Moonen graduated first in his class from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, in 1978. He apprenticed at L’Hostellerie Bressane in Hillsdale, New York, where he built both his confidence and experience working side by side with chef Jean Morel. From there, Moonen assumed the position of saucier at Manhattan’s La Cote Basque. This experience was followed by two years at Le Cirque working with the legendary Alain Sailhac. In the ensuing years, Moonen continued his career in New York, becoming executive chef at some of New York’s most iconic restaurants, including Le Relais, Century Café and Chelsea Central, before joining Buzzy O’Keefe at The Water Club. After six years, Moonen left to become executive chef and partner at Oceana, where he helped garner national recognition for the restaurant. His next step was partnering to create Molyvos, a Greek fish house. Then Moonen decided to develop his own restaurant, New York City’s rm. In 2005, he was drawn to the rapidly developing culinary scene in Las Vegas and closed his doors in New York City to open his multi-level restaurant Rick Moonen’s rm seafood at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. When not behind the stove, Moonen teaches about the dangers of overfishing and the importance of ocean conservation. He is a founding member of the Seafood Choices Alliances, as well as an active member of the Wildlife Conservation Society, Seaweb, and a chef’s advisory board member of Ecofish. Moonen is happiest doing the things that originally brought him to a culinary career: cooking, teaching and writing about fish and seafood. His current passion has been the writing of his first cookbook, Fish Without a Doubt, a practical, hands-on guide to buying, preparing and cooking a wide array of fish.

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GUEST CHEFS

BEN SPUNGIN Pastry Chef, Marinus at Bernardus Lodge Pastry chef Ben Spungin was born and raised in Durham, North Carolina. His first culinary experience was in high school, where he worked before school at Fosterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market learning bread and morning pastries. This experience ignited a passion for cooking and baking that would lead him to receive his associate degree from the New England Culinary Institute in Montpelier, Vermont. While there, he interned at Magnolia Grill in Durham under Southern chef Ben Barker. When a spontaneous opportunity opened at the French Laundry under pastry chef Stephen Durfee, Ben headed west to Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wine country. This experience opened Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eyes to the range of creativity that can go into pastries and plated desserts. Ben was once again drawn west by an opportunity to work at Sierra Mar at Post Ranch in Big Sur and to work under chef Walter Manzke at his Carmel restaurants. In 2005, Ben joined chef Cal Stamenov at Marinus Restaurant at Bernardus Lodge in Carmel Valley. Chef Cal, a former pastry chef himself, and Ben have a collaborative relationship anchored by their passion for quality ingredients. Ben frequently incorporates wild and foraged ingredients such as oak bark, pine tree yerba buena, redwood tips and honeysuckle into his desserts. Ben lives on the Big Sur coastline with his wife and two young daughters.

WINE THE CASUAL WAY

RIEDEL WINE SYMPOSIUM A TALE OF TWO VALLEYS: NAPA AND COLUMBIA

GEORG RIEDEL

Tenth generation glassmaker Georg J. Riedel, born in 1949, joined the family business in 1973. Under his direction, the Riedel firm has evolved into a worldwide operating company. Georg founded a network of Riedel-owned subsidiaries, starting in 1979 by opening Riedel USA and continuing the expansions to Canada in 1992, Germany in 1996, Japan in 2000 and the UK in 2001. In 2006 he founded Riedel Development, specializing in private label offers. In 2004, Georg bought the German-based companies Nachtmann and Spiegelau, operating the three brands (Riedel, Nachtmann, Spiegelau) under "Riedel Glass Works," one of the largest producers of quality glass in Europe. Starting in 1987 with the support of winemaker friends like Angelo Gaja, Christian Moueix, and Robert Mondavi and the endorsement of wine publications such as Robert Parkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Decanter and many others, Georg was fortunate to place his Riedel glasses onto the tables of the wine world. Under his leadership, Riedel has become the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading wine glass company.

AUCTIONEERS

GREG QUIROGA Sharing the stage with his mentor, David Reynolds, Greg Quiroga returns for his third action-packed year raising his gavel on behalf of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. Since joining Reynolds & Buckley in 2004, he has emerged as a dynamic force on the national fundraising auction circuit. His onstage blend of humor, passion and quick wit continues to endear him to auction crowds across the country. "Greg was fantastic from start to finish. Everyone is raving about him. Our fund-a-need doubled . . . our best event ever!" wrote Beth Sandefur of the California Shakespeare Theater after Gregâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first time appearance at that event earlier this year. In the Reynolds & Buckley tradition, his commitment to helping organizations is not limited to his onstage performance. Greg works tirelessly with an eye on successfully planning and implementing the best fundraising auction for each individual crowd. This dedication has earned him a large and loyal client base of over 60 charities nationwide. An avid golfer and the golf blogger for the San Francisco Examiner, Greg and his wife, Michele, live in San Francisco with their son, Ryder. For more information, visit www.Reynolds-Buckley.com.

AUCTIONEERS

DAVID REYNOLDS Returning for his 27th consecutive appearance, David Reynolds again lights up the stage on behalf of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. "He is a one-man orchestra of auctioneering, able to separate audiences from their currency with the subtlety of a Spanish galleon in full rig and the passion of Billy Graham in full flight," wrote Jeremy Oliver, the Australian wine writer, after seeing David at the podium. He charms, cajoles, and entertains with spontaneous oneliners. Along the way, he transformed the role of fundraising auctioneer into a performance art with his own distinctive signature. His San Francisco firm, Reynolds & Buckley, LLC, annually raises millions of dollars for charities. Their client list is nationwide, and David’s events have been in the Wine Spectator’s list of Top 10 charity auctions for years. Unique in a niche of his own creation, his focus is solely on fundraising auctions. Every week, his firm works on behalf of organizations large and small, including arts groups such as the Sun Valley Center, health care and research efforts, schools, museums, orchestras, children’s charities and other deserving causes. While on stage, his boundless vigor and witty style keep the bidding spirited from start to finish. Yet auctioning is only part of his contribution to fundraising success. David also shares his expertise through a lively blog that regularly appears on www.Reynolds-Buckley.com and provides a peek into life on the auction circuit, as well as insightful observations and tips on best practices. Colleen Buckley, his wife, is his partner in this venture. The firm also includes the energetic and entertaining Greg Quiroga, appearing with David on stage tonight.

NEW THIS YEAR!

JUNIOR PATRONS DINNER The Wine Auction has a new group of attendees and a new event thanks to our Junior Patrons Circle Committee. On the night of the Auction, Junior Patrons will enjoy a fabulous dinner at the Elkhorn Supper Club starting at 6:30 p.m. and then will head over to the main event already underway beneath the big tent at Dollar Mountain. Arriving around 9:00 p.m., they’ll get a chance to bid on Silent Auction items, raise their paddles to support arts education and help kick off some dancing to cap off the celebration.

Many thanks to the Sun Valley Center for the Arts Junior Patrons Circle Committee MOLLY KELLY, CHAIR

SONYA JOHNSTON

KATHERINE RIXON

LIZ BROWN

HEATHER MINOR

LAURIE SAMMIS

PATTY ECKEBRECHT

DANA MONSON

HUNTER VOGEL

CHRISTY GILES

KRISTEN MORTON

LAURA VOGEL

L’ANNE GILMAN

GRAY OTTLEY

RYAN WATERFIELD

The Junior Patrons Circle is a membership and volunteer group of young(ish) adults dedicated to furthering the goals of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. By informing other young adults and their families about The Center and hosting events and activities for them, the Junior Patrons Circle seeks to involve the next generation in its programs and develop future volunteer leaders for the arts in our community.

VOLUNTEERS Staging an event of this scope would simply not be possible without the dedicated support of an entire army of volunteers. From stuffing invitation envelopes to picking up the last bit of trash from the picnic, these terrific people set the highest possible standard for community service. Some have been with us for a long time, providing important leadership in organizing critical elements of the event year after year. Others are new to us this year and are welcome members of our Wine Auction family. Whatever the role or however long theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve served, each makes a contribution to the success of the event and to the Sun Valley Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to provide free or low-cost arts programming to the community, artists in the schools, free family concerts and our scholarship awards. Please know that the staff, board and patrons of The Center think of our Wine Auction volunteers with gratitude throughout the year. If you have an opportunity, take a moment and ask the person checking you in, serving you at the picnic, or helping at the auction dinner if he or she is a volunteer. Chances are that they, like you, are contributing to a worthy cause by helping to make this incredible series of events possible. This is community spirit at its very best!

EVENT MAP Please note that ALL events will be taking place at new venues this year.

RAM ROOM AT SUN VALLEY INN WINE SYMPOSIUM SITE

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SUN VALLEY RESORT

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TASTING SHUTTLE LOT

DOLLAR MOUNTAIN LODGE SITE OF: AUCTION REGISTRATION & LOT VIEWING, PRE VINTNER DINNER RECEPTION AUCTION GALA, LOT PICK-UP, TASTING

TO WARM SPRINGS

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WARM SPRINGS RANCH NEW WINE PICNIC SITE

Sun Valley Center★ for the Arts

★ PICNIC SHUTTLE LOT

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday, July 23

Friday, July 24

Saturday, July 25

Registration and Auction Lot Viewing

10:00 am – 5:00 pm Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley

Winners’ Brunch hosted by Bill Ryberg, Executive Director

Patron and Vintner Auction Lot Preview Party

Riedel Wine Symposium

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley

11:30 am – 1:00 pm Sun Valley Inn, Ram Room, Sun Valley

9:30 am – 11:30 am Cristina’s Restaurant, Ketchum

Collect Auction Lot Purchases 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley

Wine Auction Gala Dinner with the Vintners 7:00 pm Private homes in the Valley

5:30 pm Dinner, Live and Silent Auction, Dancing under the big tent at Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley

Junior Patrons Evening 6:30 pm Dinner at Elkhorn Supper Club, Sun Valley 9:00 pm Junior Patrons arrive at the Wine Auction Gala, Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley

Wine Tasting Extravaganza 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm Under the big tent at Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley

Wine Picnic and Concert 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Warm Springs Ranch Resort, Ketchum Music by Ryebender

SUN VALLEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS Board of Directors

2009 Wine Auction Committee

Trina Peters, Board President

Jennifer and Peter Roberts, Wine Auction Chairs

Rufus Brown Mark Caraluzzi Sue Cohen Dr. Bonni Curran Tod Hamachek Larry Helzel Kathy Jones Molly Kelly Karl Krekow Jeanne Meyers Dana Monson Sara Nelson Adrian Norris Linda Packer Linda Potter Ann Puchner Robin Reiners Jennifer Roberts Carol Scheifele-Holmes Kevin Stuessi Gail Thornton Jack Thornton Jill Vogel Shelley Williams

Nicole Brown Jim Durham LeeAnn Fairfield Nina Fox Larry Helzel Molly Kelly Adrian Norris Trina Peters Robin Reiners Kevin Stuessi Gail Thornton Trish Wilson

Advisory Council

Staff

Chris Boskin John S. Chapman Roger DeBard Michael Engl Drew Gibson Edyth Goodman Wally Huffman Philip Isles Glenn C. Janss Dr. Jim Lewis Michael Quinn Van Gordon Sauter Peter B. Smith Jeri Waxenberg Trish Wilson

Bill Ryberg, Executive Director Christl Holzl, Wine Auction Director Sally Boettger, Director of Development Kristine Bretall, Director of Marketing Matt Connor, Events Manager Kathleen Fergus, Organization & E.D. Assistant Courtney Gilbert, Curator of Visual Arts Jackie Goddard, Summer Intern Sarah Kolash, Program Coordinator David Koleno, Development Associate Kathryn McNeal, Campaign Coordinator Kristin Poole, Artistic Director Kerry Smyth, Wine Auction Coordinator Britt Udesen, Director of Education & Humanities

THANK YOU TO OUR WINE AUCTION SPONSORS

DINNER WITH THE VINTNERS Dinners with the Vintners are a unique opportunity for our Wine Auction guests to explore outstanding wine and extraordinary meals in the intimate settings of elegant private homes. A special thanks to all our vintner dinner hosts who have graciously opened up their homes in order to support the arts in our community.

Aluisi Residence

HOSTED BY PAT ALUISI, DONNA SOLIMENE AND RUFUS & LIZ BROWN CONSTANT—"Diamond Mountain Vineyard," Fred & Mary Constant Merry Edwards Winery, Ken Coopersmith Catered by Sean Brock, Executive Chef, McCrady’s

Andrews Residence

HOSTED BY JOHN & SUE ANDREWS HALL Wines, Kathryn Hall Lindstrom Wines, Greg & Carol Lindstrom Catered by Chris Kastner, CK’s Real Food

Blanding Residence

HOSTED BY ROBERT & GAY - LYNN BLANDING Chappellet Vineyard, Cyril & Blakesley Chappellet DeLille Cellars, Greg & Stacy Lill Catered by Cal Stamenov, Chef and Culinary Director, Marinus at Bernardus Lodge

Castellano-Wood Residence

HOSTED BY BENJAMIN WOOD & THERESA CASTELLANO-WOOD Sloan Estate, Stuart & Karen Sloan Catered by Mark & Tracey Caraluzzi, CIRO restaurant & wine bar

Figge Residence

HOSTED BY JIM & SANDY FIGGE AND PETER & JENNIFER ROBERTS Figge Cellars, Peter Figge Gargiulo Vineyards, Jeff & Valerie Gargiulo Catered by Rick Moonen, rm seafood

Fisher Residence

HOSTED BY CHIP & SANDRA FISHER AND JOHN & VIKKI THORNTON HdV Wines, Rick Hyde Pride Mountain Vineyards, Stuart Bryan & Suzanne Pride Bryan Catered by John Tesar

Heinz Residence

HOSTED BY TERESA HEINZ & SENATOR JOHN KERRY AND STAN & ALTA BARER Sullivan Vineyards, Kelleen Sullivan Villa Creek Cellars, Cris & JoAnn Cherry Catered by Cristina Cook, Cristinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant

McGary Residence

HOSTED BY DAVE & MOLLY MCGARY Fisher Vineyards, Cameron Fisher Silver Oak Cellars, Tim Duncan Catered by Barbara Young & Heinz Schlosser, Catering Company, Inc.

Murphy Residence

HOSTED BY KINGSLEY & CYNTHIA MURPHY Schramsberg & J. Davies Vineyards, Hugh Davies Shafer Vineyards, John & Barbara Shafer Catered by Becky Ludwig, At Your Place

Nelson Residence

HOSTED BY SCOTT & SARA NELSON Blackbird Vineyards, Paul Leary Lail Vineyards, Robin & Jon Lail and Erin Lail Dixon & Tom Dixon Catered by Scott & Anne Mason, Ketchum Grill

Peters Residence

HOSTED BY JOE & KATHY HARDIMAN AND JAKE & TRINA PETERS PAX Wine Cellars, Joe Donelan Catered by William Belickis, Mistral Restaurant and MistralKitchen

Wilson Residence

HOSTED BY DAVID & TRISH WILSON Andrew Will Winery, Chris Camarda Duckhorn Wine Company, Margaret Duckhorn Catered by Rob Wilson, Executive Chef, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

CONTAINER DESIGNATIONS 1) 375ml This designation refers to a small bottle that holds 375ml of wine, half as much as a standard wine container.

2) 750ml This designation refers to the standard-sized bottle that holds 750ml of wine, or 4/5-quarts. This size bottle, regardless of whether it has a straight or sloping neck, is used for red, white, rosĂŠ and sparkling wines. Sparkling wine bottles appear to be larger than standard because they are made of thicker glass to withstand the pressures of carbonation, but they, too, contain 750ml of wine.

3) Magnum This designation refers to a bottle that holds 1.5 liters of wine, the equivalent of two 750ml bottles. Sparkling wines are sometimes fermented in magnums because this method is believed to lengthen the wineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life.

4) Double Magnum This designation refers to a bottle that holds three liters of wine, the equivalent of four 750ml bottles.

5) Rehoboam This designation refers to an oversized bottle that holds approximately 4.5 liters of wine, the equivalent of six 750ml bottles.

6) Jeroboam A jeroboam of sparkling wine holds three liters, the equivalent of a double magnum or four 750ml bottles. A jeroboam of still wine is the equivalent of six 750ml bottles or 4.5 liters.

7) Imperial This designation refers to an oversized bottle that holds approximately six liters of wine, the equivalent of eight 750ml bottles.

8) Methuselah This designation also refers to an oversized bottle that holds approximately six liters of wine, the equivalent of eight 750ml bottles but a different shape than the Imperial.

9) Salmanazar This designation refers to an oversized bottle that holds approximately nine liters of wine, the equivalent of twelve 750ml bottles.

10) Balthazar This term refers to a bottle that holds approximately twelve liters of wine, the equivalent of sixteen 750ml bottles.

11) Nebuchadnezzar This designation refers to an oversized bottle that holds approximately thirteen to fifteen liters of wine, depending on the manufacturer, date, country and region of manufactureâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the equivalent of approximately seventeen to twenty 750ml bottles.

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Case

Magnum Case

This term refers to a group of twelve 750ml or 4/5-quart bottles of wine. A case may consist of a single varietal and vintage year, or it may be a mixed lot of varietals with several vintage dates and/or non-vintage items.

This term refers to a group of six 1.5-liter magnum bottles, each bottle the equivalent of two 750ml bottles.

Half Barrel A half barrel holds one hundred twenty 750ml bottles of wine, the equivalent of 10 cases of 12 such bottles.

Barrel A full barrel holds two hundred forty 750ml bottles of wine, the equivalent of 20 cases of 12 such bottles.

FEATURED AUCTION DINNER WINES The Sun Valley Center for the Arts would like to recognize the wineries listed below for donating the wines being poured at every table during tonightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auction dinner. We thank the following donors for providing these featured wines and contributing to the success of our 28th Wine Auction.

Canihan Family Cellars Bill Canihan, Proprietor Canihan Family Cellars makes limited quantities of Pinot Noir, Syrah and Cabernet Franc from certified organic, dry-farmed estate vineyards in the Sonoma Valley. Situated on the border of the Carneros appellation, these vineyards benefit from an unusually cool climate ideally suited to these grape varieties. Harvesting at optimum ripeness, fermentation with native yeast, careful barrel aging and no fining or filtering produces flavorful wines that express the estate vineyards’ distinctive terroir. Befitting the care with which they are produced, every release of Canihan Family Cellars and Exuberance—its reserve label—is a limited edition. About the Wines: 2006 Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir A deliciously layered Pinot Noir, with strawberry, raspberry and wild berry fruit enriched by nuances of cedar and cigar box and ending with subtle earth notes. The wine’s rich, pleasing texture carries through the lingering finish. 2006 Exuberance Sonoma Valley Syrah An engaging and elegant Syrah. Bright red and black fruit aromas, accented by hints of smoked meat and peppercorn, lead to similarly articulated flavors. Silky, generous and balanced on the palate, this stylish Syrah received a Gold Medal at the 2009 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.

E. & J. Gallo Winery Since its inception in 1933, the hallmark of the family-owned E. & J. Gallo Winery has been an unwavering commitment to quality. By taking the utmost care in each and every step of the winemaking process, E. & J. Gallo Winery has consistently delivered outstanding wines for every occasion and price. E. & J. Gallo continues to be at the forefront of the wine industry by researching and determining the very best regions to grow grapes, employing the most effective techniques to grow grapes and utilizing the best in technology and tradition to craft world-class wines.

About the Wines: 2006 William Hill Estate Reserve Napa Valley Chardonnay A blend of Chardonnay grapes from prime cold-climate appellations, this impressive Reserve Chardonnay represents careful vineyard sourcing and meticulous barrel aging. Lush fruit flavors, complemented by toasty oak and spice notes, are accented by a hint of cream derived from malolactic fermentation. 2007 MacMurray Ranch Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Grapes from premier Sonoma Coast vineyards combine with six months of aging in French, American and European oak barrels to give this Pinot Noir generous fruit and complexity. The aromas and flavors are a marriage of red berry fruit and subtle earth and leather notes. Graceful and smooth on the palate, it is drinking well now.

Hawkes Wine Jacob Hawkes, Winemaker The Hawkes family has been growing grapes in northern Sonoma County for three decades and owns three separate vineyard properties in Alexander Valley and Chalk Hill. Only in 2002 did the family decide to launch its own label and produce Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay. Made exclusively from estate-grown grapes, these wines display classic Alexander Valley fruit character and understated oak nuances. About the Wine: 2004 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon A blend of grapes from two hillside vineyards, this vintage was aged in small oak barrels—40% of which were new French oak—for 22 months. Generous cherry fruit is accented by dust and cedar notes in this soft, elegant and very appealing Cabernet Sauvignon.

HALL Wines Kathryn Hall, Owner At HALL Wines, Craig and Kathryn Hall are building their dream of an unrivaled destination in the Napa Valley where winemaking excellence meets

contemporary design to celebrate life and inspire the senses. Today HALL’s estate vineyards encompass more than 500 acres of classic Bordeaux grape varieties, and soon the state-of-the-art HALL winery near Rutherford will be joined by a second, Frank Gehry–designed winery and visitors’ center just south of St. Helena. Through meticulous attention to detail in the vineyards and in the cellar, HALL Wines deliciously captures the unique and diverse character of Napa Valley’s soils and climate. About the Wines: 2008 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc Primarily from a vineyard near Yountville, this 100% stainless steel–fermented Sauvignon Blanc offers effusive aromas of citrus, pink grapefruit and tropical fruit layered with flavors of guava and gooseberry, with a suggestion of minerality in the crisp finish. 2006 Napa Valley Merlot Produced with grapes from a bevy of low-yielding vineyards, this Merlot showcases this variety’s smooth, harmonious style. Ripe briar fruit aromas and flavors are accented by hints of violet, cedar and cocoa. Elegant and balanced, the wine has a full, lingering finish. 2006 "Jack’s Masterpiece" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon This is the second vintage of "Jack’s Masterpiece," which features label art by Jack Reynolds, the fouryear-old son of HALL Wines President Mike Reynolds. This rare Cabernet, created primarily for the HALL Wines family, showcases youthful blackberry and cassis fruit, complemented by notes of white chocolate, coffee and vanilla. Bold and structured, it should develop beautifully for several years. 2006 "Kathryn Hall" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon "Kathryn Hall," HALL Wines’ signature Cabernet Sauvignon, combines the finest estate vineyard blocks with mountain fruit from its vineyard partners. This mouthfilling Cabernet exhibits concentrated black currant, smoke and spice character. Still showing youthful tannins, it promises to drink beautifully now and evolve well in the cellar.

Mumm Napa Mumm Napa is one of California’s top sparkling wine producers. For more than 20 years, Mumm Napa sparkling wines have emphasized the

exceptional qualities of Napa Valley fruit and the delicate complexity and lively effervescence derived from méthode traditionelle, the timehonored production technique that gives these wines their sparkle. About the Wine: Napa Valley Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine An engaging blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Mumm Brut Rosé displays characteristic pink coral color and fine, persistent bubbles. Fresh and crisp, it highlights delicate strawberry, Bing cherry and dark plum character in an alluring style.

Napa Cellars Napa Cellars embodies classic Napa Valley style— ripe, rich, balanced and collectible. Most important, the wines of Napa Cellars capture the depth of this superb wine region. From prime local vineyards, Napa Cellars produces the seven signature wines for which Napa Valley is famous. Napa Cellars hopes you enjoy their wines as much as they enjoyed making them. About the Wine: 2007 Napa Valley Chardonnay Most of the fruit for the 2007 Napa Cellars Chardonnay was sourced from southern Napa, where this grape thrives in the cool, mild climate. In this Chardonnay, rich melon and Granny Smith apple aromas and flavors mingle with clove, spice and coconut. The rich fruit is balanced by citrus acidity that accentuates the long, polished finish.

PAX Wine Cellars Joe Donelan, Proprietor PAX Wine Cellars focuses on the production of premium vineyard-designed Syrah-based wines from the north coast of California. It also produces a Grenache-based rosé and a Northern Rhone– inspired white. Its mission is to make reference point Syrah-based wines that express their vineyard origins. To allow vineyard character to shine through, PAX utilizes indigenous fermentations, minimal handling, unobtrusive use of the finest French oak barrels and bottling without filtration or fining. About the Wine: 2007 Cuvée Christine North Coast Syrah The majority of grapes for this Syrah came from warm, rocky sites east of the Russian River Valley.

Black raspberry and blackberry dominate this deeply fruity wine, accented by underlying notes of bramble, fennel and black cardamom. Bright and fresh, yet weighty on the palate, it is accessible now but will reward those with the patience to cellar their bottles.

Salvestrin Vineyards & Winery The Salvestrin Family, Owners The Salvestrin family has been growing grapes on its historic St. Helena vineyard since 1932, but only in 1994 did it begin making wine from a portion of its estate vineyard. In 2001, the family completed construction of a new winery on the estate, which enables it to combine state-of-the-art technology with traditional methods to produce small quantities of handcrafted Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Retaggio (red blend), Sauvignon Blanc and Petite Sirah. About the Wines: 2008 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc This 100% Sauvignon Blanc was fermented entirely in stainless steel and aged in a combination of stainless steel and French oak barrels. The wine shows bright pear, apricot and citrus character, a hint of mineral complexity and a crisp, balanced finish. 2005 Estate Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Ripe fruit, dark chocolate, and hints of oak and spice in this decadent Cabernet fill the senses. Bold and balanced, it coats the palate, but stays smooth through the long finish. Although drinking well now, it has the structure to age for years to come.

Vineyard 7 & 8 John and Louise Steffens, Owners John and Louise Steffens purchased Vineyard 7 & 8 in 1999. Originally planted in 1985, Vineyard 7 & 8 is located at the top of Napa Valley’s Spring Mountain at an elevation of 2,020 feet. In recent years, the Steffens have built a technologically advanced estate winery and brought together a stellar production team, including winemaker Luc Morlet, assistant winemaker Wesley Steffens and— to manage the vineyards—Pete Richmond of Silverado Farming Company, all to

produce world-class wines that emphasize the life and passion of Vineyard 7 & 8. About the Wines: 2006 "8" Spring Mountain District Chardonnay Bright gold in color, the 2006 "8" Chardonnay exhibits complex aromas and flavors of pineapple, stone fruits, tropical fruit and spice, plus a hint of minerality. This Chardonnay was the first wine made in the estate’s new winery facility. 2005 "7" Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon This great example of a cool-climate Cabernet Sauvignon displays an intriguing character of red fruit and spice, followed by subtle nuances of cedar, tobacco and cocoa. Firm yet polished mountain tannins, together with fine balance, allow it to show well in its youth, yet continue to develop for a decade or more.

Woodhouse Family Cellars Bijal Shah, Owner Woodhouse Family Cellars is a maker of high quality, boutique Washington wines produced in the old world style. The goal of Woodhouse Family Cellars is to produce wines that age well; to achieve that goal, it handles the grapes gently, ages the young wines carefully and releases its wines later than most so that each bottling reaches its full potential. Woodhouse Family Cellars currently produces five separate brands. About the Wines: 2005 Hudson Shah Walla Walla Valley Chardonnay This dense, golden Chardonnay opens with aromas of butterscotch, pear, baked apple and sweet oak. The palate is round and rich, with apple, pear and guava flavors, complemented by velvety texture and fresh acidity that linger through the finish. 2005 Dussek Rattlesnake Hills Cabernet Sauvignon Combining an oaky, fruit-forward style with classic mineral and earth character found in the Cabernet-based wines of Europe, the 2005 Dussek Cabernet Sauvignon demonstrates Washington State’s ability to straddle the line between the old world and the new.

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WINE AUCTION LOT INDEX A ACME FINE WINES, 6 ad hoc, 47 Agriturismo Fonte de’ Medici, 26 All Access Napa Valley, 6, 13 Amicus Cellars, 125 Andrew Will Winery, 34, 45 Anomaly Vineyards, 44, 45 Antica Napa Valley, 45 Marchesi Antinori, 12, 26, 45 Atkinsons’ Markets, 36 Aubergine, 22 Audi R8 Driving School, 13 Avantair, 29 AV Brands, 151 Avventura Vintners, 155 Azul, 120

CK’s Real Food, Chris and Rebecca Kastner, 9 Clayhouse Wines, 45, 164 Clos Pegase Winery, 135 Codorníu Winery, 152 Cold Springs Winery, 45 Col Solare, 12, 45 Comté Cheese Association, 124 Conn Creek, 45 CONSTANT – "Diamond Mountain Vineyard," 29, 45 Conte di Bregonzo, 162 Cat Cora, 148 Cornerstone Cellars, 41 Corra Wines, 41 Corus Estates & Vineyards, 45, 146 Côte Bonneville, 36, 45 Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, 163 Cyrus Restaurant, 33

BACKROADS, 42 Bardessono Inn, 47 Barnett Vineyards, 52, 118 Bernardus Lodge, 48 Bigwood at Thunder Spring, 154 Bigwood Grill, Bob and Jolie Dunn, 154 Blackbird Vineyards, 13 Mitra Boloix, 150 Bonterra Vineyards, 161 Booker Vineyard, 19 The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe, 30 Nicole Brown, 114 Brown-Forman Beverage Company, 161 Burnsie’s Boca, 140

C Cadaretta Winery, 45, 164 CADE Winery, 45, 50 Cain Vineyard & Winery, 52 Cakebread Cellars, 117 Calistoga Ranch, an Auberge Resort, 29 Canihan Family Cellars, 45, 126 Carlos Basso Winery, 160 Casa Piena, 35, 45 Castello Fonterutoli, 26 Castiglion del Bosco, 26 Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery, 45, 121 Champagne Delamotte, 124 Champagne Perrier-Jouët, 145 Chandlers Steakhouse, Rex Chandler, 29 Chappellet Vineyard, 8, 45 Charles Krug Winery–Peter Mondavi Family, 45, 141 Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen, 46 Chateau Montelena Winery, 15 Château Palmer, 136 Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, 12, 45 Cinder, 45, 123 Cindy’s Backstreet Kitchen, 49

Daniel NYC, 16 David Arthur Vineyards, 40 Dean & DeLuca, 8, 49 Deborah’s Room, 19 Delicious Revolution, Ric Lum, 114 DeLille Cellars, 8, 12, 36, 45 Dia Art Foundation, 16 Distilled Resources, Inc., 53 Dolce, 2 Domaine Napa Wine Company, 152 Domaine Serene, 28, 45 D.R. Stephens Estate, 41 Duckhorn Wine Company, 27, 45 Duende Wines, 45, 143 Dunham Cellars, 43 Dunn Vineyards, 40

E East Avenue Bistro, Mike Diem, 103 Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery, 45, 109 E & J Gallo Winery, 33, 45

F Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, 33 Fantesca Estate & Winery, 15, 52 Far Niente Winery, 2 Festival del Sole, Rick Walker, 37 Figge Cellars, 22, 45 Fisher Vineyards, 17, 45 Five Star Cellars, 43 Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards, 45, 121 Forgeron Cellars, 43, 45 Frank Family Vineyards, 15 Fraser Vineyard, 45, 139 Frenchman’s Gulch, 45, 103, 150 Fresh Northwest Design, 36 Frias Family Vineyard, 52

G Gargiulo Vineyards, 6, 45 Gemstone Vineyard, 37 Joseph T. Gennaro, 162 Gilman Contemporary, 53 Goldeneye Winery, 27 Grassi Family Vineyards, 45, 50 Greystone Lodge, 130 Grgich Hills Estate, 45, 111 Guilliams, 52

H HALL Wines, 31, 45 Halleck Vineyard, 45, 46 Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, 32 Joe and Kathy Hardiman, 107 Harris Estate Vineyards, 35, 45 Hartford Family Winery, 46 Hawkes Wine, 45, 102 HdV Wines, 10, 45 Hearst Castle, 19 Hedges Family Estate, 12, 45 Hollî Jewelers, Leanne Rosko Doty, 9 Hollywood & Vine Cellars, 41 Hotel Cheval, 19 Hotel Healdsburg, 46 Wayne Huizenga, Huizenga Holdings, Inc., 32

I ICP Museum Café, 16 Infineon Raceway, 13 International Center of Photography, 16 Io, 45, 112 Geoff Isles, 16

J Jack Creek Vineyards, 19 Jackson Family Wines, 134 Joe’s Stone Crab, 32 Burke and Doenie Jones, 29 JUST Inn, 19 JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, 19, 45

K Chef David Katz, Culinary Institute of America, 6 Keenan Winery, 52 Keever Vineyards, 41 Kefalonia Island, 11 Kenefick Ranch Winery, 45, 122 Kentwood Lodge, 50 Ketchum Flower Company, 140 Ketchum Grill, Scott and Anne Mason, 50, 110 Koh Kood Island, 42 Venetia Kontogouris and Zoran Djokic, 11 Korbel Champagne Cellars, 45, 161 Kuleto Estate, 37

L Lail Vineyards, 13, 50 La Jota Vineyard Company, 134

Landmark Vineyards, 33, 45 La Residence Inn, 31 La Toque, 38 L’Auberge Carmel, 22 L’Aventure Winery, 45, 127 L’Ecole No. 41, 36, 45 Legaris Ribera del Duero, 151 Leonetti Cellar, 36 Les Jardins de la Koutoubia, 4 Les Mars Hotel, 33 Lindstrom Wines, 41, 45

M Stephen and Meagan MacKay, 130 MacMurray Ranch Vineyards, 33, 45 Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley, 13 Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, 42 Mandarin Oriental, Miami, 120 The Marcus Whitman Hotel, 12, 43 Marinus at Bernardus Lodge, 48 Marston Family Vineyard, 52 Matthews Estate, 45, 51 Meadowood Napa Valley, 13, 27 Walter B. Menzel, 128, 163 Merry Edwards Winery, 5, 45 Merryvale Vineyards, 101 Meteor Vineyard, 38, 45 Michael~David Winery, 45, 149 Milano’s Restaurant, 104 MistralKitchen, William Belickis, 12 The Modern, 16 Morlet Family Vineyards, 45, 116 Annie Morningstar, 36 Mount Langi Ghiran, 147 Mumm Napa, 45 My Sun Valley Home, 137

N Napa Cellars, 45, 46 Nell’s Restaurant, Phillip Mihalski, 51 Newton Vineyard, 52 The New York Palace Hotel, 16 Nickel & Nickel Winery, 2 Chris Nishiwaki, 51 Northstar Winery, 12, 45 Novy Family Winery, 23, 45

O Oakville Ranch Vineyards, 121 Ocean Reef Club, 32 The Orchard at the Carneros Inn, 50 O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery, 45, 47 Osteria di Passignano, 26 Osteria Tornabuoni, 26

P Palazzo Tornabuoni, 26 Paloma, 52 Paoletti Estates Winery, 45, 113 Paradigm Winery, 138 Paraduxx Winery, 27

Park Air, LLC, 48 Parker Coonawarra Estate, 147 Parry Cellars, 15, 45 PAX Wine Cellars, 7, 45, 107 Peacock, 52 Peggy Markel’s Culinary Adventures, 4 Peju Province Winery, 44, 45 Pernod Ricard USA, 145 Per Sempre Winery, 162 Pillar Rock Vineyard, 2, 45 PlumpJack Winery, 50 Pride Mountain Vineyards, 24, 45, 52 Professional Wine Services, Mark Ervin, 14

R Ramey Wine Cellars, 5 Rathbone Wine Group, 45, 147 Raymond Vineyards, 45, 142 Renwood Winery, 158 ResidenSea, 20 Revana Family Vineyard, 129 Revenant, 45, 131 Ridge Vineyards, 3, 45 Riedel Glass Austria, Georg Riedel, 159 The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, 22 The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, 32 Rivera Vineyards, 37, 45 River Riders Rafting Co., 104 Rivers-Marie Wines, 45, 105 Robert Foley Vineyards, 101 Peter and Jennifer Roberts, 22, 32, 33 Rombauer Vineyards, 45, 49 Round Pond Estate, 45, 101 Rubissow, 45, 47 RUDD Oakville Estate, 45, 49 Rusack Vineyards, 45, 138

S Saddleback Cellars, 45, 106 Saffron Mediterranean Kitchen, 12 Salvestrin Vineyards & Winery, 45, 49 Santa Lucia Highlands Wine Artisans, 22 Saviez Vineyards, 162 Sawtooth Mountain Guides, Erik Leidecker, 114 Sawtooth Winery, 146 Saxum Vineyards, 19 Trudi Schneider, 108 Schramsberg Vineyards & J. Davies Vineyards, 1, 45 Schweiger Vineyards, 52 SCOTT USA, 42 Shafer Vineyards, 25, 45, 108 Sherwin Family Vineyards, 52 SideJob Cellars, 45, 119 Siduri Wines, 23, 45 Silver Creek Outfitters, 50 Silver Oak Cellars, 18, 45 Sloan Estate, 21, 45 John and Kerry Smyth, 104 Solage Calistoga, 17 Soneva Kiri by Six Senses, 42 Sonoma-Cutrer Wines, 45, 161

Southern Wine Group, 160 The Spanish Quarter, 151 Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery, 9 Spring Mountain District Association, 52 Spring Mountain Vineyard, 52, 118 Spring Valley Vineyard, 12, 45 Starbucks Coffee Company, 157 Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, 12, 26 Sturtevants Mountain Outfitters, 42 Sullivan Vineyards, 35, 45 Sun Valley Writers’ Conference, 144

T 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards, 45, 115 3030 Ocean Restaurant, 32 Tastevin Wine, Steve Thies, 110 Terra Valentine, 52 Chef Casey Thompson, 17 Three Rivers Winery, 45, 133 TOR Kenward Family Wines, 138 Tra Vigne Ristorante, 13 Trinchero Family Estates, 46

U Urban Minx Boutique, 140

V Valerie Naifeh Fine Jewelry, 9 Venge Vineyards, 17 Ventana Inn & Spa, 22 Viking Range Corporation, 23 Villa Creek Cellars & Restaurant, 19, 45 Villagio Inn & Spa, 2 The Villas at Rancho Valencia—A Timbers Resorts Residence Club, 30 Vineyard 29, 15, 45 Vineyard 7 & 8, 44, 45, 52 Vintage Restaurant, Jeff Keys, 14 Vintners Collective Napa Valley, 153 V Wine Cellar, 2

W Walla Walla Country Club, 43 Wente Vineyards, 156 Whitman Cellars, 43, 45 Willows Lodge, 12 Wine Country Helicopters, Wayne Lackey, 35 Wine Valley Golf Club, 43 Woodhouse Family Cellars, 45, 129 Woodward Canyon Winery, 36, 45 W.S. Keyes Vineyard Estate, 134

X X Winery, 125

Z ZD Wines, 45, 132 All wineries listed in BOLD have principals or representatives attending the Wine Auction.

LIVE AUCTION LOTS Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction 2009

Schramsberg Vineyards Blanc de Blancs, 2004 A big—really BIG—bottle of Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs customarily kicks off the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction. This year the excitement begins with a fabulous Salmanazar from the marvelous 2004 vintage. Chardonnay from multiple vineyard sources in North Coast cool-climate locations, including Carneros, Anderson Valley and the Marin coast, produced a cuvée of vibrant fruit and racy character. Partial barrel fermentation and two years of bottle aging on the yeast after secondary fermentation contributed elegance and complexity. This is a wonderful Blanc de Blancs—lively, rich and polished.

1 LIVE LOTS

OPENING BID $1,000 INCLUDES One 9-Liter Bottle Three 1.5-Liter Bottles

As is traditional with this first lot, the bottle is chilled and ready to serve, and vintner Hugh Davies has graciously volunteered to open the bottle with a saber so that it may be enjoyed immediately. To make the sacrifice bearable, this lot also includes three Magnums— one each of 2001 Schramsberg J. Schram, 1999 Schramsberg Reserve and 2005 J. Davies Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon— for the winning bidder to take home. The winner and his or her seven friends will also enjoy a catered lunch at Schramsberg Vineyards’ Jack and Jamie’s Grove, amid vines, olive groves and oaks overlooking the Napa Valley. The high bidder should know that providing a glass of bubbly to your hardworking and dedicated auctioneer is considered a harbinger of good luck.

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Lunch for Eight DONOR Davies Family, Owners Schramsberg Vineyards & J. Davies Vineyards Calistoga, California

Napa Valley Nirvana

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OPENING BID $2,500 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Four Four Tours and Tastings Two 3-Liter Bottles Three 1.5-Liter Bottles DONORS Nickel Family Larry Maguire and Dirk Hampson, Partners Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel and Dolce Oakville, California Ron and Teri Kuhn, Proprietors Pillar Rock Vineyard Napa, California

The many pleasures of the Napa Valley come together in this glorious lot. Begin with gorgeous big bottles to take home tonight: a Double Magnum each of 2007 Far Niente Estate Napa Valley Chardonnay and 2005 Nickel & Nickel John C. Sullenger Vineyard Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, a Magnum of 1999 Dolce Napa Valley Late Harvest White Wine and two Magnums of 2001 Pillar Rock Winery Stags Leap District Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. Then journey to the Napa Valley with friends (a total of two couples) to experience wine country at its most memorable. Accommodations for two nights will be at the Tuscanstyle Villagio Inn & Spa in Yountville, a luxurious enclave infused with amenities and comforts designed to celebrate the senses. This heavenly stay package includes champagne breakfast buffet each morning, four spa treatments of choice at Spa Villagio and an elite wine tasting at V Wine Cellar, followed by a chauffeured four-hour wine tour guided by the estate sommelier. During this stay, the high bidder and guests will tour and taste at historic Far Niente and tour and taste single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons at Nickel & Nickel. Last, but by no means least, the foursome will join Pillar Rock Vineyardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ron and Teri Kuhn for a lunch accompanied by Pillar Rock vintages at a local Napa Valley restaurant and a tour of Pillar Rockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stags Leap District vineyard. Stay, spa and other travel package elements are to be reserved at least 30 days in advance and are subject to availability; some restrictions may apply. Wine tasting charges in limousine tour are not included. Stay is to be completed by December 31, 2010. Winery visits are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation (except for limo for tastings) is not included.

Villagio Inn & Spa V Wine Cellar

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Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello California Red Wine, 1999 High on the eastern slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Monte Bello Vineyard overlooks San Francisco Bay. From this unique estate property, Ridge Vineyards produces an equally unique Cabernet Sauvignonâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;based wine that melds powerful fruit, astonishing complexity and superb balance. From a generous vintage, the 1999 Ridge Monte Bello displays opulent black fruit character together with nuances that range from cedar and tobacco to violet and mint. One of the finest Monte Bellos of the decade, it is nearing maturity in standard 750ml bottles but promises to evolve beautifully for several more years in the very rare Imperial offered here.

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OPENING BID $1,000 INCLUDES One 6-Liter Bottle DONOR Paul Draper, CEO/Winemaker Ridge Vineyards Cupertino, California

Moroccan Culinary Adventure

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OPENING BID $4,000 INCLUDES Ten-Day Chef’s Tour for Two Two-Night Stay for Two DONOR Peggy Markel’s Culinary Adventures

Morocco is one of the most fascinating and unique places in the world today—timeless and exotic, its culture is both warm and mysterious. This culinary adventure for two begins with a two-night stay in a minisuite at Les Jardins de la Koutoubia, a wonderful hotel in the heart of Marrakech’s Medina. The couple will have time to explore the thousand years of history, culture and architecture of this former imperial city, from the royal gardens to the souks and Djemaa el Fna, arguably the most remarkable public square in the world. The very knowledgeable staff at Peggy Markel’s Culinary Adventures then will guide the duo and a small group of like-minded adventurers on a magical journey through the food and culture of Morocco. Beginning with a wealth of interesting stops in Marrakech, the group will venture to towns like Kasbah Bab Ourika near the Atlas Mountains and Essaouira on the coast. The ingredients, techniques and dishes of Morocco will be showcased, but the group will have plenty of time to explore, play or just relax, and the meals—from simple breakfasts to grand dinners—will showcase the best in local cuisine. Expect an unforgettable adventure and you won’t be disappointed! Adventure will be offered November 11–20, 2009, April 18–27, 2010, or October 31–November 9, 2010, and—along with Les Jardins de la Koutoubia stay—must be scheduled in advance. Transportation is not included.

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Sonoma County Stalwarts Merry Edwards Winery Ramey Wine Cellars David Ramey and Merry Edwards are Sonoma County stalwarts— exceptionally talented winemakers who after building their reputations working for others opted to establish their own namesake wineries in Healdsburg and Sebastopol, respectively. Both Ramey Wine Cellars and Merry Edwards Winery are considered among Sonoma County’s very finest small wine producers. They have joined forces at the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction to present an exciting selection of Magnums. Ramey Wine Cellars offers an impressive horizontal Magnum collection of primarily single-vineyard wines, including bottlings from some of California’s best known vineyards. The collection includes one Magnum each of 2006 Ramey Hyde Vineyard Napa-Carneros Chardonnay, 2006 Ramey Hudson Vineyard Napa-Carneros Chardonnay, 2006 Ramey Richie Vineyard Russian River Valley Chardonnay, 2006 Ramey Larkmead Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Ramey Annum Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and 2006 Ramey Shanel Vineyard Sonoma Coast Syrah. Each of these wines received a score of 90 or above from The Wine Advocate. The six Magnums have been personally autographed by winemaker Dave Ramey, and the collection is presented in two branded wood boxes. Merry Edwards Winery presents a rare Magnum vertical collection of Pinot Noir from its Meredith Estate. Purchased in 1996 and planted with a range of Pinot Noir clones, this 20-acre vineyard in the Sebastopol Hills produces compelling Pinot Noirs that possess beautifully defined fruit and precise balance. The collection includes one Magnum each of 2001–2006 Merry Edwards Meredith Estate Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Each of the Magnums is signed by winemaker Merry Edwards.

WINE AUCTION 2009

5 LIVE LOTS

OPENING BID $1,500 INCLUDES Twelve 1.5-Liter Bottles DONORS Merry Edwards, Winemaker Merry Edwards Winery Sebastopol, California David Ramey, Winemaker Ramey Wine Cellars Healdsburg, California

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OPENING BID $3,500 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay for Four Lunch or Dinner for Twelve One Guitar Napa Valley Tour and Luncheon for Six One 3-Liter Bottle Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Twelve 750ml Bottles DONORS Jeff and Valerie Gargiulo, Owners Gargiulo Vineyards Napa, California ACME FINE WINES All Access Napa Valley

Napa Valley Uncorked and Unplugged Gargiulo Vineyards Uncork Napa Valley pleasures aplenty, beginning with a two-night stay for four (two couples) at the Gargiulo Vineyards’ guest house, situated in a beautiful and secluded corner of Oakville and convenient to all of Napa Valley’s attractions. During the stay, Gargiulo Vineyards will host the high bidder, his or her guests and some additional friends— a total of 12—for a delectable lunch or dinner accompanied by a selection of its estate wines, which include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and a few rarities not available to the public, plus a performance by Jeff Gargiulo, an accomplished guitarist whose severe case of guitar acquisition syndrome is on display throughout the winery. To go home with the high bidder tonight are a Double Magnum, three Magnums and twelve bottles of 2006 Gargiulo OVX G Major 7 Study Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, an impressive limited-production (250 cases) wine primarily available only through its mailing list, and a Big Baby Taylor acoustic guitar custom-inlaid with the Gargiulo Vineyards’ logo. While in Napa Valley, enjoy a backstage pass to the world of wine with "A Day of Wine, Food and Viticulture" planned by Monica Stevens, the proprietor of All Access Napa Valley, for up to six people. The day will begin with a vintage breakfast and "face time" with a renowned Napa Valley vineyard manager, who will discuss the inner workings of vineyard care. Next stop is an exclusive introduction, visit and tasting with a vintner at his beautiful caves, followed by an afternoon gourmet lunch at ACME FINE WINES’ private tasting room. The menu will be prepared by Culinary Institute of America instructor and chef David Katz, proprietor of panevino, and paired with exquisite Napa Valley wines selected by wine merchant David Stevens, proprietor of ACME FINE WINES. As your "wine guy" during lunch, David Stevens will provide his perspective on Napa Valley wines and answer questions on every aspect of the wine business. Transportation for this day will be provided. Winery stay and events are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation other than noted is not included.

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PAX Wine Cellars Walker Vine Hill Vineyard Russian River Valley Syrah, 2006 Established in 2000, PAX Wine Cellars is dedicated to producing exceptional Syrah-based wines that express their vineyard origins. One of 16 different, mostly single-vineyard Syrahs produced in this vintage, the 2006 PAX Wine Cellars Walker Vine Hill Vineyard Russian River Valley Syrah is opulent, intense and focused. To assure the high bidder has a sufficient supply now and in the future, the lot includes one Double Magnum, three Magnums and six 750ml bottles of this impressive Syrah, of which only 675 cases were produced.

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OPENING BID $1,000 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Six 750ml Bottles DONOR Joe Donelan, Proprietor PAX Wine Cellars Santa Rosa, California

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Celebration at the Top

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OPENING BID $1,200 INCLUDES Gourmet Picnic for Twenty Four 1.5-Liter Bottles DONORS Cyril and Blakesley Chappellet, Owners Chappellet Vineyard St. Helena, California Greg and Stacy Lill, Partners DeLille Cellars Woodinville, Washington

Chappellet Vineyard DeLille Cellars Twenty guests will enjoy a picnic celebration at the top of Bald Mountain in Sun Valley with Greg and Stacy Lill of Washington’s DeLille Cellars and Cyril and Blakesley Chappellet of Napa Valley’s Chappellet Vineyard, which will feature gourmet food from Dean & DeLuca and wines from DeLille and Chappellet. Why the celebration? For many vintners, the highest honor possible is to have a wine listed in Wine Spectator’s "Top 100 Wines of the Year." An even greater honor is to achieve this distinction two years running. Wines from both DeLille Cellars and Chappellet Vineyard received such honors in 2007 and 2008—reason enough for a party. New York’s celebrated gourmet food purveyor Dean & DeLuca will make sure the picnic is first-class. Known for its ability to deliver epicurean treats anywhere in the world, Dean & DeLuca will send sumptuous goodies to delight the palate and accompany the wines, including delicacies like Prosciutto Di Parma, smoked rainbow trout, Pecorino Romano, Bec Fin pâté or raspberry frangipane: foods to savor while taking in views of the Wood River Valley.

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Last but not least, to commemorate the occasion the high bidder will take home Magnums of the four "Top 100" wines: 2004 DeLille D2 Columbia Valley Red Wine, 2004 Chappellet Signature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 DeLille Doyenne Aix Columbia Valley Red Wine and 2005 Chappellet Pritchard Hill Estate Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

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Great Taste From the new "Midnight Collection" by jewelry designer Valerie Naifeh, this stunning suite of 18kt yellow gold, diamond and oxidized sterling silver jewelry features an original necklace, earrings and ring. The necklace centerpiece features freeform links of blackened sterling with accents of 18kt yellow gold and bezel-set diamonds totaling approximately .60cts. The matching ring features approximately .55cts. of diamonds set in 18kt yellow gold against black sterling silver and can be sized to fit the recipient at no charge. The hinged two-piece earrings are set with approximately .33cts. of diamonds and have a French wire top that can be changed to a post or clip back if needed. CK’s Real Food in Hailey, Idaho, takes pride in serving "some of the best food you will ever have," with the emphasis on fresh local seasonal produce and foods. CK’s Real Food owners Chris and Rebecca Kastner will create a five-course dinner for eight in the high bidder’s private home in Sun Valley or Hailey or at their restaurant. Dinner is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience before July 31, 2010, and wine is not included. However, this lot does include wine from Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery, which the high bidder may enjoy with the aforementioned dinner or tuck away in his or her cellar: two bottles each of 2006 Spottswoode Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 Spottswoode Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and 2008 Spottswoode Napa County/Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc.

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OPENING BID $8,000 INCLUDES Necklace, Earrings and Ring Set Dinner for Eight Six 750ml Bottles DONORS Leanne Rosko Doty, Owner Hollî Jewelers Valerie Naifeh Fine Jewelry Chris and Rebecca Kastner, CK’s Real Food Beth Novak Milliken and John Milliken, Owners Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery St. Helena, California

Red, White and Bountiful HdV Wines

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OPENING BID $2,000 INCLUDES Six 3-Liter Bottles Six 1.5-Liter Bottles Twelve 750ml Bottles DONOR R.E. (Rick) Hyde III, President HdV Wines Napa, California

Founded in 2000, HdV Wines produces exciting Carneros Chardonnay, Belle Cousine (a Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon blend) and Syrah from choice blocks in the 150-acre Hyde Vineyard. Grower Larry Hyde, partner Aubert de Villaine, vineyard manager Jose Padilla and winemaker Stéphane Vivier collaborate to produce wines of radiant fruit, lithe racy structure and impressive balance. This bountiful lot will provide the high bidder with an excellent selection of these wines, in bottle sizes ideal for casual enjoyment, parties or—for those who appreciate wine’s evolution in the bottle—long-term cellaring. The white wines include one Double Magnum and one Magnum each of 2004, 2005 and 2006 HdV Carneros Chardonnay, plus six bottles of 2006 HdV Carneros Chardonnay. The red wines include one Double Magnum and one Magnum of 2003 HdV Napa Valley Red Wine (the precursor to Belle Cousine) and one Double Magnum and one Magnum each of 2004 and 2005 HdV Belle Cousine Carneros Red Wine, plus six bottles of 2005 HdV Belle Cousine Carneros Red Wine. HdV Double Magnums and Magnums are rarities produced primarily for the partners’ own cellars, so this lot represents an extraordinary opportunity.

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Glorious Greece The Greek Islands are a magical place and the island of Kefalonia—the largest island in the Ionian Sea and considered by many to be the most beautiful and authentic—is sure to cast a spell on those who partake in this ultimate Mediterranean escape. For ten luxurious days, not one, but two classic beachfront villas will be your island home. Situated just steps above the shoreline in the picturesque town of Lassi (known as the "Martha’s Vineyard of Greece"), these beachfront retreats—which can accommodate a total of eight—will provide the ideal setting for relaxing immersion into the classical beauty and serenity of Greece. You and your guests will enjoy the island sun from your own private cliffside pool, take walks in the fragrant garden overflowing with wild lavender and rosemary and savor stunning views of the Ionian Sea. The spectacular nearby beaches may keep you close to home, but there is much to explore on Kefalonia—from archeological ruins and traditional villages to great food and fine local wines—and the owners can arrange for winery tours, a rental car and even a driver (at cost). This Greek stay is to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience, but the options are many, including the first ten days of August in either 2009 or 2010. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $8,000 INCLUDES Ten-Day Stay for Eight DONORS Venetia Kontogouris and Zoran Djokic

Washington Bound

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES Four-Night Stay Package for Four Four Dinners for Four Three Lunches for Four Six Tours and Tastings for Four Ten 3-Liter Bottles Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

Four fortunate travelers are Washington bound, where a bevy of great wine and food adventures awaits. To build anticipation for the journey, tonight the high bidder will take home an extravagant collection of big bottles from the estates to be visited. Included are two Double Magnums each of 2005 Chateau Ste. Michelle Artist Series Columbia Valley Meritage (etched), 2005 Col Solare Columbia Valley Red Wine, 2005 Northstar Winery Walla Walla Valley Merlot, 2006 Spring Valley Vineyard Uriah Walla Walla Valley Red Wine and 2004 Hedges Family Estate Three Vineyards Red Mountain Red Wine, plus two Magnums of 2006 DeLille Cellars Chaleur Estate Yakima Valley Red Wine. The Washington journey begins in Woodinville, where the four (two couples) will enjoy two nights’ accommodations at the heavenly Willows Lodge. There will be remarkable wines to sample that evening, when Chateau Ste. Michelle hosts a dinner prepared by Executive Chef Janet Hedstrom, accompanied by the Chateau’s justifiably renowned single-vineyard and reserve wines. The following morning, a tour, tasting and lunch at DeLille Cellars, hosted by Greg and Stacy Lill, will showcase this estate’s impressive Bordeaux-inspired wines and perhaps even some of its Doyenne Rhone and Provence-style wines. Dinner that evening will be at MistralKitchen, the fabulous new (scheduled

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to open in late 2009) downtown Seattle restaurant headed by noted chef William Belickis. Early the next morning, cross the Cascade Mountains by car or plane to Red Mountain, the home of Col Solare, for a tour, tasting and lunch at this impressive joint venture between Chateau Ste. Michelle and Marchesi Antinori. Nearby Hedges Family Estate will provide accommodations for the night, plus a very special winemaker dinner hosted by Tom and Anne-Marie Hedges that will feature a full range of estate wines. The next morning, a private car will take the group to Northstar Winery near Walla Walla for a tasting of this propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fine Merlots, followed by lunch on the patio. The next stop will be a tasting at Spring Valley Vineyard for a sampling of its impressive estate red wines. Accommodations for the night will be at the historic Hotel Marcus Whitman in downtown Walla Walla, with dinner at nearby Saffron Mediterranean Kitchen, where chef Chris Ainsworth emphasizes fresh, local and organic ingredients. The next morning, the couples are free to continue their Washington adventure or head for home with unforgettable memories of this special wine country trip. Package is to be scheduled for dates mutually convenient to all parties. Transportation, except when noted, is not included.

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DONORS Greg and Stacy Lill, Owners DeLille Cellars Woodinville, Washington Tom and Anne-Marie Hedges, Owners Hedges Family Estate Benton City, Washington Ted Baseler, President & CEO Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery Woodinville, Washington Col Solare Northstar Winery Spring Valley Vineyard William Belickis, MistralKitchen Willows Lodge

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Birds of a Feather—Take Flight!

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OPENING BID $6,000 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Six Concierge Service Wine Dinner for Six Tour and Tasting for Six Driving Experience for Six

Lail Vineyards Blackbird Vineyards Three couples will experience "the good life, Napa Valley style" with this extraordinary lot, created by Lail Vineyards and Blackbird Vineyards. Accommodations for two nights will be at Meadowood Napa Valley, a luxurious escape set in a beautiful natural setting. During the stay, concierge services will be provided by All Access Napa Valley to satisfy every desire, from exclusive wine tastings to reservations at hard-tobook restaurants. A special treat of this stay will be a one-day Audi R8 Driving Experience for everyone at Infineon Raceway. Learn driving fundamentals, including car control, "line" selection, braking techniques and accident avoidance (always worth knowing!) from behind the wheel of a 420-horsepower Audi R8 on Infineon Raceway’s 2.52-mile road course. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages will be provided during this exciting day at the track.

Six 750ml Bottles

During their stay, the six will join Robin Lail, fourth generation Napa Valley vintner, for a private visit and tasting at Lail Vineyards, which produces both J. Daniel Cuvée and Blueprint.

DONORS Lail Family, Owners Lail Vineyards Rutherford, California

They also will be treated to a gallery tour and four-course dinner with wine catered by Tra Vigne Ristorante at Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley, a beautifully renovated space for art and wine. Hosts for this memorable meal will be a Blackbird Vineyard principal and Jon and Robin Lail of Lail Vineyards.

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Michael Polenske, Owner Blackbird Vineyards Napa, California

To set the mood, tonight the high bidder will take home a high flying selection of red wines. For the cellar, a hand-etched Double Magnum of 2001 Lail Vineyards J. Daniel Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon and a handetched Double Magnum of 2006 Blackbird Vineyards Illustration Napa Valley Proprietary Red Wine. For more immediate enjoyment, one bottle each of 2004, 2005 and 2006 Lail Vineyards J. Daniel Cuvée and one bottle each of 2006 Blackbird Illustration Proprietary Red Wine, 2006 Blackbird Vineyards Paramour Proprietary Red Wine and 2006 Blackbird Vineyards Contrarian Proprietary Red Wine. Stay is to be scheduled for dates mutually convenient to all parties. Transportation is not included.

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Grand Wine Dinner at Vintage Restaurant Local celebrity chef Jeff Keys will open his log cabin Vintage Restaurant in Ketchum exclusively for eight guests to present this extraordinary vintage wine dinner. Professional wine consultant and sommelier Mark Ervin will orchestrate wine pairings of the finest California Cabernet Sauvignons covering three decades. These carefully cellared treasures will accompany Jeff’s creative cuisine to create an exceptional vintage dining experience. Guests will be greeted with a flute of vintage Dom Pérignon Champagne from Magnum as they enter the restaurant. Chef Keys will prepare an elaborate five-course gourmet dinner designed to the high bidder’s personal preferences, prepared with the finest in fresh local ingredients and served in the most intimate restaurant setting in Ketchum. Enjoy a delicious range of sumptuous appetizers and early courses with White Burgundies and Kistler Chardonnay. Travel the Mountain West with Jeff as he showcases the exciting range of tastes and textures discovered and developed during his years in the kitchen. The main courses will be created to pair beautifully with California’s finest Cabernet Sauvignons, including selections from Dominus, Chateau Montelena Estate, Diamond Creek Vineyards, Opus One and Heitz Martha’s Vineyard. Finish this Vintage wine dinner with a medley of Jeff’s most renowned desserts, including selections from his latest cookbook, Ice Cream Mix-ins. As the guests sip 1989 Far Niente Dolce dessert wine, Jeff will personally autograph a copy of his new cookbook for each couple. Great food, great wine, great ambiance—it all adds up to a grand vintage evening! The Grand Wine Dinner is to be scheduled for an evening that Vintage Restaurant is not scheduled to open, to allow the winning bidder and guests to be the exclusive party that evening, on a date of mutual convenience between August 2009 and July 2010.

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES Wine Dinner for Eight DONORS Mark Ervin, Professional Wine Services Jeff Keys, Vintage Restaurant

Napa Valley Big Bottle Bonanza

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OPENING BID $2,500 INCLUDES One 5-Liter Bottle Two 3-Liter Bottles Five 1.5-Liter Bottles One 750ml Bottle

Grab a bonanza of big bottles from the Napa Valley with one generous bid! The 1998 Frank Family Vineyards Winston Hill Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon comes from a hillside vineyard at the base of the Vaca Range along the east side of the Napa Valley. This fine Cabernet Sauvignon ranks among the best of the vintage and should continue to evolve in the rare Jeroboam offered here. Vineyard 29, located just north of St. Helena in the Napa Valley, is one of the Napa Valley’s most ambitious and impressive young wineries. Two Magnums comprise its donation: 2005 Vineyard 29 St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon from the vineyard surrounding the winery, which showcases elegant character and balanced complexity; and 2005 Vineyard 29 Aida St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon, from a vineyard between St. Helena and Calistoga, which displays huge fruit and impressive structure.

Winery Lunch for Four DONORS Rich Frank, Owner Frank Family Vineyards Calistoga, California Chuck and Anne McMinn, Owners Vineyard 29 St. Helena, California Bo Barrett, Owner and Winemaker Chateau Montelena Winery Calistoga, California Duane and Susan Hoff, Owners Fantesca Estate & Winery St. Helena, California Stephen and Sue Parry, Owners Parry Cellars St. Helena, California

Chateau Montelena Winery has been making exceptional Cabernet Sauvignons since 1972 and is now considered one of the Napa Valley’s benchmark producers. The 2005 Chateau Montelena Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits forward cherry fruit accented by chocolate and coffee complexity. It should develop for several years in this Double Magnum. Fantesca Estate & Winery in the Spring Mountain District of the Napa Valley is a relatively new producer but has already proved the Cabernet Sauvignon from its 10-acre estate vineyard to be the equal of many of the "cult" Cabernets. A Magnum each of the 2004 and 2005 Fantesca Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon, each showing fine fruit, elegance and complexity, should provide for fascinating drinking. Parry Cellars, situated along the Silverado Trail north of St. Helena, is the Napa Valley’s smallest single-vineyard winery. The 2005 Parry Cellars St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon combines lush black fruit with nutmeg and cocoa complexity. Only 260 cases were produced, and the high bidder will receive an etched and signed Double Magnum (one of just five produced), a signed Magnum and a bottle. Stephen and Sue Parry invite the high bidder and three guests to their home and small vineyard for a delicious lunch, accompanied by Parry Cellars vintages, when the four are next in the Napa Valley. Lunch is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.

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The Art of the Big Apple The excitement of New York City and the vibrancy of its art community, all wrapped up in one spectacular package! Two people (one couple) will stay for three nights at the iconic New York Palace Hotel, where old world elegance meets new world opulence in the heart of Manhattan. Expect luxurious accommodations, spectacular views and unparalleled service at this world-class hotel. Dinner one evening will be at The Modern, the spectacular new French-American restaurant located at the Museum of Modern Art. A second superb dinner will be at Daniel NYC, superstar chef Daniel Boulud’s incredible French restaurant. During their stay, the lucky couple and a few friends—up to six people— will enjoy a private tour of the International Center of Photography with Director Willis Hartshorn, followed by an informal lunch at the ICP Museum Café. The couple and their guests—again, up to six people— will also be hosted for a private tour of Dia:Beacon galleries and grounds, including special access to selected works in the collection of this fine contemporary art museum situated north of New York City along the banks of the Hudson River. Also included in the lot are a hand-blown champagne ice bucket and two champagne flutes designed by noted glass artist Geoff Isles and a New York harbor cruise on Mr. Isles’s yacht, weather permitting, followed by a reception and tour of his prestigious art collection at his Manhattan apartment. Package elements are to be reserved in advance for dates of mutual convenience and some restrictions may apply. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $5,000 INCLUDES Three-Night Stay Package for Two Two Museum and Gallery Tours for Six Two Dinners Harbor Cruise and Reception for Six One Hand-blown Glass Champagne Ice Bucket Two Hand-blown Glass Champagne Flutes DONORS The New York Palace Hotel The Modern Daniel NYC Dia Art Foundation International Center of Photography Geoff Isles

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It’s All in the Family

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OPENING BID $2,500 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Four Dinner for Four Spa Treatments for Four Two 3-Liter Bottles DONORS Fisher Family, Owners Fisher Vineyards Santa Rosa, California Kirk Venge, Owner and Winemaker Venge Vineyards Calistoga, California Solage Calistoga

Fisher Vineyards Venge Vineyards Two couples, two nights and days, two great family wineries, two Double Magnums and four spa treatments—Fisher Vineyards and Venge Vineyards, together with Solage Calistoga, are joining together to make this one fun weekend! After settling in at the very cosmopolitan Solage Calistoga, join Whitney Fisher Zacherle (winemaker at Fisher) and Nile Zacherle (winemaker at David Arthur) along with Kirk Venge (winemaker at Venge Vineyards) and Sarah Venge for a bocce game at Fisher Vineyards under the hundred year old walnut trees overlooking their estate vineyards. Then cross the street to Venge Vineyards, to be dazzled by a dinner prepared by Top Chef runner-up Casey Thompson. Knowing this team, there will be plenty of terrific wines served with the fabulous food—it’s a good thing Solage Calistoga is only a mile away! The next day, what better way to recover from a late night than relaxing by Solage’s Olympic-size swimming pool and indulging in your spa treatments. The high bidder also will take home two Double Magnums: one each of 2005 Fisher Vineyards Wedding Vineyard Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon and 2005 Venge Vineyards Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

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Burnished Silver Silver Oak Cellars Producing just one grape variety—Cabernet Sauvignon—but doing so in two different appellations—Napa Valley and Alexander Valley— at two separate wineries, Silver Oak Cellars is one of California’s most unconventional wineries, yet it also produces the single most popular Cabernet Sauvignon at U.S. restaurants. The high bidder on this lot will go home tonight with a true rarity: an Imperial of 2004 Silver Oak Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Already generous and elegant, this classic Silver Oak Cabernet should gain additional nuances with cellaring but won’t require long aging, even in this big bottle.

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OPENING BID $1,000 INCLUDES Winery Lunch for Four One 6-Liter Bottle

In addition to the Imperial, the high bidder and three guests are invited to join host (and Silver Oak Executive Vice President) Tim Duncan for lunch at Silver Oak Cellars near Oakville when next in the Napa Valley. It’s an unmatched setting in which to enjoy good food, choice Cabernets and winery insights. Lunch is to be scheduled for a date convenient to both parties.

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DONOR The Duncan Family, Owners Silver Oak Cellars Oakville, California

Paso Robles Grand Excursion

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OPENING BID $5,000 INCLUDES Two-Night JUSTIN Stay Package for Six Two-Night Paso Robles Stay Package for Six Three Dinners for Six Two Lunches for Six Two Tours and Tastings for Six Ten 1.5-Liter Bottles Forty-Five 750ml Bottles

The wine country around Paso Robles may be the most exciting in California, as local growers and vintners explore the potential of Rhone grape varieties and produce Rhone-inspired wines that become more impressive with every vintage. This Paso Robles Grand Tour for six will be an adventure into this dynamic wine region. The fun gets underway at JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery during the 2009 harvest, when the six will compete for the title of "Survivor: Paso Robles." On arrival, the three couples will receive a private tour of the JUSTIN barrel caves and winery facilities followed by a tasting of JUSTIN wines and dinner with proprietors Deborah and Justin Baldwin at their hillside chateau to build strength and endurance for the competition. Over the course of the next day, the teams will compete in a series of harvest challenges and tribal councils until a "Survivor: Paso Robles" winner is determined. The winning couple will receive three cases of the wine on which they worked, which will be aged and ultimately bottled with a personalized label, PLUS a rare vertical (2001–2006) collection of a bottle each of JUSTIN ISOSCELES Paso Robles Red Wine and a rare Magnum of 1997 JUSTIN ISOSCELES Paso Robles Red Wine (which ranked #6 in The Wine Spectator’s "Top 100 Wines of 2000"). To enable the couples to really enjoy the competition, they will stay for two nights at the luxurious JUST Inn, be treated to breakfast each morning, a harvest luncheon during the competition and a sumptuous dinner paired with JUSTIN wines at the winery’s award-winning restaurant, Deborah’s Room. With the competition completed, the couples then will travel to Paso Robles, where accommodations for two nights await at Hotel Cheval,

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a small, sophisticated and very luxurious hotel just off the beautiful town square. The rest of the day will be theirs to enjoy. Tickets to spectacular Hearst Castle, on the coast near San Simeon, will enable the lucky travelers to see a bit of the unique terrain that makes Paso Robles so special. The next day, the couples will tour Paso wine country with Cris and JoAnn Cherry of Villa Creek Cellars, with stops at Saxum, Jack Creek Cellars, Booker Vineyards—where they will enjoy lunch— and Villa Creek Cellars exploring the vineyards, wineries and wines of the region. That evening, they will join their vintner hosts for a grand dinner showcasing “early California” cuisine and Paso Robles wines at Villa Creek Restaurant, among the very best eateries in the Central Coast. To go home with the high bidder tonight are an impressive Paso Robles cellar: three Magnums of 2005 Villa Creek Cellars High Road (a Southern Rhone-inspired blend), three Magnums of 2006 Saxum James Berry Vineyard Paso Robles Red Wine (a Southern Rhone-inspired blend), three Magnums of 2006 Booker Vineyards Vertigo Paso Robles Syrah and three bottles of 2007 Jack Creek Cellars Estate Reserve Paso Robles Pinot Noir. Package is to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. JUSTIN element is to be scheduled during harvest, is subject to availability and is available Sunday through Thursday only. Transportation is not included.

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DONORS JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Villa Creek Cellars Jack Creek Vineyards Booker Vineyard Saxum Vineyards Hotel Cheval

The World, Experienced

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OPENING BID $10,000 INCLUDES Ten-Day Voyage for Two DONOR ResidenSea

Two will cruise in incomparable luxury on this ten-day voyage aboard The World, a 644-foot "private yacht" that travels to ports of call around the globe. The World is a luxury resort on the water, with six restaurants, two pools, a fitness center, a putting green, shops and even a tennis court. Accommodations for this spectacular journey will be a deluxe two-bedroom apartment with fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room, private veranda and bath for each bedroom. All meals and beverages aboard—select wines, spirits and champagnes— are included, as are all gratuities and port charges. The experiences are as varied as the world itself. During the remainder of 2009, The World will sail to Alaska, Japan, Russia, China, South Korea, Hong Kong, Vietnam, the Philippines, New Guinea and Australia. During the first six months of 2010, The World will travel from Australia to the Mediterranean via the Suez Canal, with stops in Singapore, Thailand, Sulawesi, Bali, India, Dubai, Egypt, Crete, Italy, France and Spain. Simply choose the place you want to visit and check the itinerary for dates. At each port of call, the ship offers a range of shore excursions that encompass local scenery, history and culture. To enhance the voyage, the high bidder and his or her companion will receive a private tour of the bridge, guided by the Captain himself. On one special night the couple will be treated to a Call A Chef evening—a unique service that allows them to design a menu, invite friends and have one of The World’s chefs create and serve the meal in their apartment. The voyage is to be booked in advance and completed prior to July 1, 2010; a small number of blackout dates apply. Transportation to and from The World is not included. Optional shore excursions and on-board personal expenses are not included. All 10 days must be taken consecutively and the voyage is non-transferable, not refundable and cannot be sold to any other party.

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Sloan Insider Sloan Estate In less than a decade, vintner Stuart Sloan, vineyard manager David Abreu and winemaker Martha Levy McClellan have made Sloan Estate one of Napa Valley’s finest and most coveted Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines. Now one lucky bidder can become a Sloan Estate insider. Tonight he or she will go home with an incredibly rare Magnum vertical collection of 2003, 2004 and 2005 Sloan Estate Napa Valley Red Wine, each of which received a score of 96 from The Wine Advocate. Also, the high bidder and three friends will be invited to tour and taste at the Sloan Estate winery in Rutherford when next in the Napa Valley. But perhaps most exciting of all, he or she will be added to the exclusive Sloan Estate private mailing list—which has had very limited openings since inception— and will have the opportunity to purchase future vintages of Sloan Estate directly from the winery! Estate visit is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Tour and Tasting for Four Place on Mailing List DONOR Stuart and Karen Sloan, Owners Sloan Estate Rutherford, California

San Francisco, Carmel and Big Sur

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OPENING BID $2,500 INCLUDES Three-Night San Francisco Stay for Two Two-Night Carmel Stay Package for Two Two-Night Big Sur Stay for Two Dinner for Two Private Guided Winery Tours for Two Two 3-Liter Bottles Twenty-Seven 750ml Bottles DONORS Peter Figge, Proprietor Figge Cellars Marina, CA Santa Lucia Highlands Wine Artisans Peter and Jennifer Roberts The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco L’Auberge Carmel Ventana Inn & Spa

Northern California offers spectacular scenery, superb food, wonderful wines and diversions aplenty, and two will be treated to a cornucopia of the region’s pleasures, but only if one of them is the high bidder on this generous lot! To inspire the would-be travelers, this lot begins with a grand selection of wines from Figge Cellars and the Santa Lucia Highlands Wine Artisans: One Double Magnum each of 2006 Figge Cellars Pelio Carmel Valley Chardonnay and 2006 Figge Cellars Pelio Carmel Valley Pinot Noir, plus 27 bottles from the highly regarded Santa Lucia Highlands appellations, including wines from such respected names as Morgan, La Rochelle, Roar and Bernardus. Then let the traveling begin! San Francisco beckons with a three-night stay at the luxurious Ritz-Carlton. Situated in the heart of Nob Hill, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco pampers guests in an environment that feels like an escape but is convenient to San Francisco’s many attractions. Next stop is beautiful Carmel on the Monterey Peninsula, where a courtyard room at the intimate L’Auberge Carmel, a Relais & Chateaux hotel recently named both one of the top 50 U.S. hotels by the Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards and one of the Top 500 World’s Best Hotels by Travel & Leisure, will be the couple’s accommodations for two nights. Visiting the beautiful shops and galleries of this quaint town can build an appetite, so the package includes dinner at Aubergine—one of Carmel’s most exciting new restaurants—paired with wines from Figge Cellars. Peter Figge of Figge Cellars will guide the lucky couple around Carmel Valley for a day, either to experience life as a vintner or simply to visit the local wineries. The wild and awe-inspiring Big Sur coast awaits, and a two-night stay at the famed Ventana Inn & Spa is the perfect "home base" from which to experience this unforgettable landscape. Comfortable and in tune with nature, this secluded inn captivates with rustic sophistication and romantic allure. All elements are to be reserved in advance and are subject to availability; restrictions and blackout dates may apply. The Ritz-Carlton and Ventana Inn & Spa stays are available Sunday through Thursday only. Transportation and gratuities are not included.

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Pinot Noir Cellar Perfect wine storage conditions are yours with this Viking undercounter/ freestanding wine cellar. Capable of cradling 54 bottles horizontally, this handsome unit features hidden touchpad controls to adjust temperatures from 40 to 65°F, with LED digital temperature readout. Low intensity lighting and black and ultraviolet-resistant tempered glass protect wine from harmful heat and light, while a keyed door lock protects the wine from unwelcome connoisseurs. Compact, handsome and versatile, the Viking wine cellar is wine’s best friend. Of course, a fine cellar deserves fine wine. The Viking wine cellar comes stocked with a spectacular collection of Pinot Noir from Siduri Wines. In the fine 2007 vintage, Siduri produced 26 different Pinot Noirs, primarily from top individual vineyards in California’s best Pinot Noir appellations. The cellar contains two bottles of each, all personally signed by the winemakers. This incredibly rare collection encompasses some of North America’s finest Pinots.

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES One Wine Storage Unit Fifty-Two 750ml Bottles DONORS Viking Range Corporation Adam Lee, Owner and Winemaker Siduri Wines and Novy Family Winery Santa Rosa, California

Mountain Majesties Pride Mountain Vineyards

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OPENING BID $2,000 INCLUDES Two-Night Winery Stay for Four Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Four One 3-Liter Bottle Two 1.5 Liter Bottles Twelve 750ml Bottles

Pride Mountain Vineyards is situated at the very top of the Mayacamas Mountains between Sonoma and Napa counties, so it is fitting that mountain majesties abound in this top-of-the-line package. A splendid collection of Pride Mountain Vineyards mountain-grown red wines to take home tonight is sure to please the high bidder. Big bottles in this collection include a Double Magnum of 2006 Pride Mountain Napa/Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon and a Magnum each of 2006 Pride Mountain Sonoma County Cabernet Franc and 2006 Pride Mountain Napa/Sonoma Merlot. Also included is a mixed case of reds in 750ml bottles: two bottles each of 2006 Pride Mountain Vintner Select Sonoma County Merlot, 2006 Pride Mountain Vintner Select Napa County Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Pride Mountain Sonoma County Syrah, 2006 Pride Mountain Sonoma County Sangiovese, 2006 Pride Mountain Reserve Napa/Sonoma Claret and 2006 Pride Mountain Reserve Napa/Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon.

Place on Reserve List DONOR Pride Family, Owners Pride Mountain Vineyards St. Helena, California

In addition, the high bidder and three guests (a total of four adults) are invited to enjoy a two-night stay in the Pride Mountain Vineyards’ guest cottage. The Mayacamas Mountains have a wild beauty very different from Napa or Sonoma valley, and this stay promises to be a terrific escape from the everyday. During their stay, the foursome will enjoy a private tasting, a vineyard walk, a tour of Pride Mountain Vineyards’ impressive barrel caves and a gourmet picnic in the vineyard. The high bidder also will receive automatic inclusion on the Pride Mountain Vineyards Reserve List, with exclusive benefits that include the opportunity to purchase Pride Mountain Vineyards’ smallest and most coveted limited-edition bottlings. Reserve List membership is very limited and rarely offered. Winery stay is to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.

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Shafer Vineyards Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon, 2000–2005 Unquestionably one of the Napa Valley’s superstar Cabernet Sauvignons, Shafer Vineyards Hillside Select consistently delivers bold dark fruit, polished texture, and impeccable structure and balance. This vertical collection includes one bottle each of 2000 through 2005 Shafer Hillside Select Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon. With an annual production of slightly more than 2,000 cases, every vintage of Shafer Hillside Select is a collectible and a six-vintage vertical is a true rarity. While the 2005 has not yet been reviewed, the other five vintages in this set each received a score of 92 or above from both Wine Spectator and The Wine Advocate, and the 2002 received a perfect 100 from the latter. Don’t miss this opportunity!

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OPENING BID $1,000 INCLUDES Six 750ml Bottles DONOR John and Barbara Shafer, Owners Shafer Vineyards Napa, California

The Essence of Tuscany

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OPENING BID $8,000 INCLUDES Five-Night Stay Package for Two Four-Night Stay Package for Four Two Lunches for Two Dinner for Four Two 1.5-Liter Bottles One Book

Spectacular wines, breathtaking landscapes, romantic hill towns and cities overflowing with Renaissance art and architecture: Tuscany is Italy at its best. One lucky couple will savor the essence of Tuscany, but only if one of them bids high and bids last! Tonight the high bidder will take home two of Tuscany’s greatest wines: a Magnum each of 2004 Tignanello and 2005 Solaia. These two "Super Tuscan" wines from Marchesi Antinori rank among Italy’s very best and are true collectibles. To build anticipation for the trip to come, he or she will also receive Piazza, Italy’s Heart and Soul, a coffee table book by Joe Bauwens and Marybeth Flower. The couple then will discover Tuscany as few visitors do with this "best of the best" stay package. The trip of a lifetime kicks off with a two-night stay at Agriturismo Fonte de’ Medici in the heart of the Chianti Classico region just south of Florence. Surrounded by vineyards, this cluster of beautifully restored farmhouses offers comfortable accommodations and surprising amenities, including a restaurant, pool, gym and sauna. During their stay, the couple will be treated to a guided tour of the Antinori Chianti Classico estates, vineyard and cellar, with lunch and a wine tasting at Osteria di Passignano. Next, find la dolce vita at the centuries-old Castiglion del Bosco (CdB), the largest intact estate in Tuscany. This spectacular property in Montalcino, with its rolling hills, vineyards, lakes, forests and old Roman roads, has been re-imagined and restored into a private, members-only resort.

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Be pampered during a four-day, three-night stay at the five-star Il Borgo at CdB, a 16-suite inn where top-of-the-line luxury and amenities are matched by a staff dedicated to the comfort of its guests. Splendid dining, relaxation and recreation opportunities are all here, including a golf course scheduled to open in 2010. During this stay, the couple will be treated to a private tour and tasting at the Castiglion del Bosco Winery, a top producer of Brunello, and a special lunch in the vineyards. Finish the grand tour of Tuscany in grand style in Florence, with a four-night stay for four (invite friends!) in a two-bedroom suite at Palazzo Tornabuoni, one of the world’s truly exceptional private residence clubs. Built during the height of the Renaissance and once home to the Medicis, this recently restored palazzo—now managed by Four Seasons Hotels—features graciously appointed private residences and majestic club rooms that combine contemporary elegance with timeless architecture. Situated on the fashionable Via Tornabuoni, Palazzo Tornabuoni offers entrée to a side of Florence that visitors rarely see. Partake in this unique, members-only experience with complete access to the Palazzo’s many amenities, a guided tour of Castello Fonterutoli (a great Chianti wine estate), and dinner for four at Osteria Tornabuoni, Silvio Ursini’s new restaurant. Stays are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience and some restrictions may apply. Transportation is not included.

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DONORS Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Marchesi Antinori Corky and Marilyn Severson, Owners Castiglion del Bosco Palazzo Tornabuoni

Dinner under the Stars Duckhorn Vineyards

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OPENING BID $3,500 INCLUDES Dinner for Eight Two-Night Stay for Four One 5-Liter Bottle Three 6-Liter Bottles DONOR Margaret Duckhorn, Founder Duckhorn Wine Company St. Helena, California

Join Margaret Duckhorn, founder of Duckhorn Wine Company, for a relaxing, delicious dinner under the stars on the veranda at Duckhorn Vineyards in the heart of the Napa Valley. You and seven guests will be treated to a multi-course dinner paired with wines from the entire Duckhorn Wine Company portfolio, including Duckhorn Vineyards, Goldeneye and Paraduxx wines. Your visit to the Napa Valley also includes lodging for two couples for two nights at the gracious Meadowood Napa Valley. And to top off the experience, the winning bidder will receive four grand-format etched bottles: a Jeroboam of 2006 Goldeneye Anderson Valley and an Imperial each of 2006 Duckhorn Vineyards Estate Grown Napa Valley Merlot Three Palms Vineyard, 2005 Duckhorn Vineyards Estate Grown Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and 2006 Paraduxx Napa Valley Red Wine. Dinner and stay are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.

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Oregon Wine Country Retreat Domaine Serene Experience the pastoral tranquility of Oregon wine country from Domaine Serene’s luxurious Wine Hill House. This fabulously appointed "home away from home" is the ideal sanctuary at the end of a memorable day among the vines. Perched high atop the Dundee Hills, it is a place to immerse oneself in all Domaine Serene has to offer, explore undiscovered wine country and enjoy life the easy-going Oregon way. This three-night stay for four (two couples) includes one bottle each of Domaine Serene’s award-winning Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah to enjoy during the stay and a VIP tour of Domaine Serene’s five-level gravity flow winery to see how ultra-premium, hand-crafted Oregon wine is made, followed by a wine tasting that includes cheese and chocolate pairings. The rest of the time the lucky foursome is free to explore this unspoiled wine country at their own pace, or just relax.

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OPENING BID $2,000 INCLUDES Three-Night Stay Package for Four One Year Wine Club Membership Tour and Tasting for Four Fifteen 750ml Bottles

Also included in the lot is a one-year membership in the Domaine Serene Fleur de Lis Wine Club. The winning bidder will receive one case of Domaine Serene wine over the next year—six bottles in the fall and six bottles in the spring. In addition to current releases, Domaine Serene wine club shipments often include winery-only wines, single-vineyard wines and special wines created specifically for club members. Stay is to be completed within one year. Transportation is not included.

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DONOR Ken and Grace Evenstad, Proprietors Domaine Serene Dayton, Oregon

Diamond Mountain Harvest Celebration

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OPENING BID $10,000 INCLUDES Private Plane Round-Trip for Four Two-Night Stay Package for Four Catered Barbecue for Four Six 1.5-Liter Bottles DONORS Fred and Mary Constant, Owners CONSTANT – "Diamond Mountain Vineyard" Calistoga, California Burke and Doenie Jones Avantair Rex Chandler, Chandlers Steakhouse Calistoga Ranch, an Auberge Resort

CONSTANT – "Diamond Mountain Vineyard" Fred and Mary Constant will host two couples at their stunning ranch atop Diamond Mountain for two days during harvest—and picking is optional! The fun will begin when Avantair, one of the leaders in private air travel, flies the lucky foursome from Idaho, California, Washington or Oregon directly to the Napa Airport aboard a Piaggio Avanti, one of the fastest, most stylish and most spacious business aircraft in the world. Accommodations will be at the world-famous Calistoga Ranch, an Auberge Resort and arguably the most private and enchanting hostelry in the Napa Valley. There’s more . . . Rex Chandler from Chandlers Steakhouse in Boise will bring his famous "cowboy" steaks (Snake River Farms American Kobe beef) and prepare a first-class barbecue. Mary will help with all the fixings and Fred will bring up special wine gems from the cave. Still more . . . there is plenty to do and see during this stay at CONSTANT Diamond Mountain Ranch, from swimming in the Constants’ infinity pool and tooling around the vineyard in Pinzgauers to playing bocce or tennis or simply relaxing and enjoying the "top of the world" panorama of the Napa Valley. Harvesting grapes and getting an in-depth look at crush are always options, and Fred can arrange a private wine tasting tour if one is desired. More? As a souvenir of this special weekend, the high bidder will take home six personally autographed Magnums of CONSTANT: two each of the 2004, 2005 and 2006 CONSTANT Diamond Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. Just remember, the sky is the limit at the top of the Napa Valley! Stay is to be scheduled for mutually agreeable dates this fall. Avantair flights must be scheduled for mutually agreeable dates at least 30 days in advance. Some blackout dates apply.

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Rancho Santa Fe Sojourn Situated in Rancho Santa Fe, just twenty miles from San Diego and four miles from the beaches of Del Mar, the Villas at Rancho Valencia offer perfect climate, idyllic surroundings, spacious and luxurious private accommodations and unlimited recreational activities. Four will experience this beautiful enclave with a four-day, three-night stay in a lovely three-bedroom residence with private terrace, jetted plunge pool and indoor and outdoor fireplaces. This stay package includes dinner at the Villas’ Rancho Valencia Restaurant, four one-hour spa treatments and a doubles tennis clinic and match at the Villas’ impressive tennis facility. In addition, the lucky four will be treated to lunch, a round of golf and cocktails afterward in the Clubhouse at the spectacular Bridges Club nearby. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. to take advantage of the canyon terrain and free-flowing stream, the Bridges’ par 71 championship course is both dramatic and challenging. Stay is to be scheduled in advance for dates of mutual convenience and is not available during the Del Mar racing season. Golf voucher is not valid on Sundays, Mondays, holidays or before 10 a.m. on Saturdays. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $4,000 INCLUDES Three-Night Resort Package for Four DONORS The Villas at Rancho Valencia—A Timbers Resorts Residence Club The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe

Where’s Your HALL Pass? HALL Wines

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OPENING BID $2,500 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Four One 18-Liter Bottle Tour and Tasting for Four DONOR Craig and Kathryn Hall, Owners HALL Wines St. Helena, California

HALL Wines is pleased to present a limited edition Melchior of 2005 HALL "Kathryn Hall" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. A showcase of the choicest fruit from their finest estate vineyard blocks, it exemplifies the classic Bordeaux-inspired blend. This 18-liter bottle of plush Cabernet— one of only four made, beautifully etched and hand-painted and crafted to age gracefully—will richly reward the patient wine lover. To add to this extraordinary indulgence, this lot includes a two-night stay for four (two rooms) at the exclusive La Residence Inn in the Napa Valley, where luxurious accommodations and unparalleled personal service are set amid two acres of lush gardens, peaceful fountains and beautiful vineyard views. During the stay, visit HALL Rutherford, a stunning vanguard winery amid hillside vineyards, for a tour and tasting for four that will highlight the essence of HALL Wines: state-of-the-art vision, small block viticulture and precision winemaking. Stay and visit are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.

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Florida Sun Soak up the Florida sun in style! This seven-day, six-night Florida package for four (two couples) kicks off with two nights of deluxe accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach in Miami Beach. Situated on the oceanfront near the Art Deco District, this elegant hotel offers gracious accommodations and first-class amenities just minutes from Miami Beach’s many attractions. During their Miami Beach stay, the foursome will have dinner at Joe’s Stone Crab, the city’s landmark restaurant. Next stop, Fort Lauderdale, where the couples will spend four nights at the Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, which combines casual elegance and outstanding service in a scenic beachfront setting. Accommodations will be a luxurious two-bedroom Wind Drift Suite, and guests will enjoy complimentary use of the pool, sunbathing area, whirlpool and health club. The foursome will dine one evening at the 3030 Ocean Restaurant, one of Florida’s finest seafood restaurants. In addition, they will take an unforgettable trip by private helicopter, a Bell 430 to be exact, along the Florida Coast to the exquisite and very private Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, Florida, where they will enjoy a fabulous lunch before winging their way back to Fort Lauderdale, a fitting finale to a grand Florida sojourn. All package elements are to be reserved in advance. Accommodations at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach are limited to Sunday through Thursday. Accommodations at both hotels are based on availability, are subject to expiration dates and blackout periods apply. Incidental charges and gratuities for some elements of the package are not included. Transportation other than that noted is not included.

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OPENING BID $4,500 INCLUDES Two-Night Miami Beach Stay Package for Four Four-Night Ft. Lauderdale Stay Package for Four Two Dinners for Four Helicopter Tour for Four Lunch for Four DONORS Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach 3030 Ocean Restaurant Peter and Jennifer Roberts Wayne Huizenga, Huizenga Holdings, Inc.

Ultimate Sonoma County Stay

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OPENING BID $2,000 INCLUDES Seven-Night Stay Package for Two Dinner for Two Tour and Tasting for Two Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Four Two Gift Bags One 750ml Bottle

In addition to perhaps the most varied wine country in the United States, Sonoma County has attractions galore, from quaint small towns and extraordinary dining to beautiful scenery and lots of outdoor activities. Experience all Sonoma County has to offer or simply relax with this ultimate Sonoma County stay package. To prepare you for the pleasures of Sonoma County, the lot begins with two gift bags. A Bulgari canvas bag contains eau de parfum and a copy of The California Directory of Fine Wines. A Les Mars canvas bag holds a copy of Decanting Sonoma County, plus a collection of restaurant and winery brochures from throughout the county. Then one lucky couple will experience two of Sonoma County’s finest inns and one of its loveliest wineries. A two-night stay in a luxurious Mansion King room at Les Mars Hotel, situated just off the plaza in Healdsburg, exemplifies the elegance and unobtrusive service of the finest European hotels. This sophisticated lodging features sumptuous furnishings, refined décor and a range of modern amenities. A seasonal in-room breakfast is served each morning, and the hotel hosts guests for a wine reception each afternoon. During their Healdsburg stay, the couple will dine one evening at Cyrus Restaurant in Les Mars Hotel. Cyrus has been recognized as one of the nation’s very best restaurants by publications from the Michelin Guide to Gourmet. Expect to be wowed as chef Douglas Keane and his team present the consummate restaurant experience. Kate MacMurray could not attend the Sun Valley Wine Auction this year, but she will personally host the couple, plus two of their friends,

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at MacMurray Ranch in the Russian River Valley during their Healdsburg stay. After a refreshing glass of Pinot Gris, the foursome will tour the historic barns and home of late actor Fred MacMurray and see many mementos of his prize-winning Angus herd. Cool off in the shade of the redwood grove and perhaps play some horseshoes, then ascend the hillside vineyards to enjoy grand views and a perfect wine country picnic paired with MacMurray Ranch Pinot Noirs. Then head to the Sonoma Valley, where Landmark Vineyards will host the travelers for three nights at its picturesque winery near Kenwood. Accommodations will be the winery guest suite or the adjacent guest cottage. A bottle of Landmark Overlook Chardonnay welcomes the twosome upon their arrival. The stay also includes a VIP tour and tasting at the winery. The rest of the four days are free for croquet and/or bocce (the winery has both a croquet lawn and a bocce court), visiting nearby state parks, sampling wines at other wineries or just unwinding in the California sun.

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DONORS Mike and Mary Colhoun, Proprietors Landmark Vineyards Kenwood, California Kate MacMurray, Owner MacMurray Ranch Vineyards Healdsburg, California Peter and Jennifer Roberts Les Mars Hotel

Last, but not least, enjoy a two-night stay at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa near the town of Sonoma. This grand and luxurious inn offers beautifully appointed accommodations, handsome grounds, fine dining, a spa (it has its own source of thermal mineral water) and superb guest services convenient to the shops and restaurants of historic Sonoma. Stays are to be scheduled in advance for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.

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Andrew Will Winery Sorella Horse Heaven Hills Red Table Wine, 2005

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OPENING BID $1,000 INCLUDES One 9-Liter Bottle DONOR Chris Camarda, Winemaker Andrew Will Winery Vashon, Washington

Andrew Will Winery Sorella, a classic Bordeaux-inspired blend, is one of Washington Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous and coveted wines. The 2005 Sorella blends 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, 12% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot, all drawn from choice old blocks in Champoux Vineyard atop Horse Heaven Hills. Huge black fruit character combines with awe-inspiring espresso, pepper and spice complexity in a Sorella that is currently "closed" but promises greatness with time in the cellar. The 2005 Andrew Will Sorella already has received a 96 from The Wine Advocate â&#x20AC;&#x201D;the massive and exceptionally rare etched Salmanazar offered here is one of only a handful produced.

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Flying High in Napa Valley Harris Estate Vineyards Sullivan Vineyards Casa Piena This Napa Valley stay package for two couples encompasses hidden estates of the Napa Valley—newly discovered vineyards that are producing outstanding wines! Experience the beauty of Harris Estate Vineyards with a two-day stay on the property. One couple will stay in the 1880 Victorian and the other will stay in the farmhouse. Breakfast for the high bidder and guests will be served by hosts Mike and Treva Harris in the vineyards the first morning and in their exquisite Howard Backen–designed home the next morning. The Harrises will also host a dinner for the couples at the estate, paired with Harris Estate Cabernet Sauvignons from the wine library. During the stay, the couples will board pilot Wayne Lackey’s Bell JetRanger from Wine Country Helicopters, which will bring them to Sullivan Vineyards near Rutherford where they will enjoy a lunch prepared with recipes from JoAnna Sullivan’s cookbook Sundays at Sullivan and accompanied by a range of Sullivan Vineyards’ deftly crafted Napa Valley wines. JoAnna Sullivan and her children, Kelly and Sean, will join them for lunch on the porch, and each couple will receive a personally signed copy of her book before reboarding the helicopter, which will take them on an aerial tour of the Napa Valley before returning them to Harris Estate Vineyards. That evening, the four will be hosted by Carmen and Gail Policy at their Casa Piena vineyard near Yountville for a superb dinner. Expect the unexpected as a wine country chef takes advantage of the outdoor Tuscan oven to prepare appetizers, pizzas and perhaps even the main course. This sublime feast will be accompanied by the 2006 Casa Piena Yountville Cabernet Sauvignon, the estate’s inaugural release, as well as other wines by winemaker Thomas Brown. To assure the high bidder will have the opportunity to enjoy wines from these Napa Valley hidden estates, he or she will take home an etched Double Magnum of 2005 Harris Estate Vineyards Treva’s Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a Magnum of 2005 Sullivan Vineyards Coeur de Vigne Napa Valley Red Wine tonight.

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OPENING BID $4,000 INCLUDES Two-Night Winery Stay Package for Four Helicopter Tour for Four Two Dinners for Four Lunch for Four Two Cookbooks One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle DONORS Michael and Treva Harris, Owners Harris Estate Vineyards Calistoga, California Carmen and Gail Policy, Owners Casa Piena Yountville, California Sullivan Family, Proprietors Sullivan Vineyards Rutherford, California Wayne Lackey, Owner Wine Country Helicopters

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OPENING BID $5,000 INCLUDES Five 6-Liter Bottles DONORS Atkinsons’ Markets Côte Bonneville DeLille Cellars L’Ecole No. 41 Leonetti Cellar Woodward Canyon Winery

"Sun Valley Winter’s Paradise" 15th Anniversary Collection Côte Bonneville DuBrul Vineyard Yakima Valley Red Wine, 2005 DeLille Cellars Chaleur Estate Yakima Valley Red Wine, 2006 L’Ecole No. 41 Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Leonetti Cellar Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Woodward Canyon Winery Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 For the 15th year, a collection of etched and hand-painted Imperials has been created exclusively for the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction. The original art for the 2009 edition is titled "Sun Valley Winter’s Paradise" and encompasses scenes of many different ways to enjoy the magic of a Sun Valley winter’s day, each with Bald Mountain as the backdrop. These quintessential Sun Valley images, with clear blue skies, clusters of pine trees and plenty of fresh powder, capture the spirit of winter in these awe-inspiring mountains. Designed by Sharon and Tom Pyle of Atkinsons’ Markets in collaboration with artist Annie Morningstar, these works have been etched and handpainted on the bottles by the talented artists of Fresh Northwest Design in Gig Harbor, Washington. The Sun Valley Center for the Arts extends heartfelt thanks to Sharon and Tom Pyle, together with Atkinsons’ Markets, for organizing and creating this lot for the past 14 years. Since 1995, this handsome lot has raised more than $440,000 to support the arts in our community. Only with the generous support of the participating wineries is this lot possible.

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Napa Valley Festival del Sole 2010 Ultimate Experience Experience Napa Valley Festival del Sole, one of the world’s great classical music festivals, with this ultimate VIP package for two.

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Rare wines in grand format will build anticipation for the fun to come: an etched Double Magnum of 2006 Gemstone Vineyard "10" Estate Napa Valley Red Wine from this esteemed producer’s 10th anniversary vintage and one Double Magnum each of 2004 Rivera Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and 2005 Rivera Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, wines only available at events like the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction. Festival del Sole 2010 runs from July 16th to July 25th, and the high bidder and a guest will be treated to four absolutely fabulous days of festival fun. Transportation from Sun Valley to Napa and back will be by private Hawker 800 jet, courtesy of Gemstone Vineyard. Accommodations for four nights will be at Kuleto Estate, specifically, Pat Kuleto’s guesthouse at "the rim of the world." While at the estate, the couple will be treated to a private dinner prepared by Kuleto Estate’s executive chef and served in the winery’s Royal Suite. During their stay, the couple will also be transported by helicopter to a private tour and tasting at Rivera Vineyards, one of the Napa Valley’s most exclusive estate wineries. Four-day VIP passes to Napa Valley Festival del Sole will enable the couple to experience everything the Festival has to offer: glorious performances, gala receptions, grand vintner dinners and more. Of course, missing the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction 2010 would be a sin, so the lot also includes two Premier Cru Patron tickets so the lucky couple can be back here July 22–24, 2010, for all the fun. Specific dates of travel, stay and activities are to be scheduled for mutual convenience. Transportation beyond that noted in the description is not included.

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OPENING BID $12,000 INCLUDES Round-Trip Private Plane Service for Two Four-Night Stay and Festival Package for Two Sun Valley Center Wine Auction Premier Cru Tickets for Two Three 3-Liter Bottles DONORS Rick Walker, Festival del Sole Pat Kuleto, Proprietor Kuleto Estate St. Helena, California Michael and Carole Marks, Proprietors Gemstone Vineyard St. Helena, California Steven and Marilyn Rivera, Proprietors Rivera Vineyards Napa, California

Meteor Vineyard Weekend Meteor Vineyard

Meteor sightings are infrequent, and this weekend at Meteor Vineyard in the Napa Valley is one you won’t want to miss.

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES Winery Stay Package for Four Wine Dinner for Four Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONOR Barry and Tracy Schuler, Partners Dawnine and Bill Dyer, Winemakers Meteor Vineyard Napa, California

Four will while away a long weekend at Meteor Vineyard’s exclusive (it’s closed to the public) vineyard property in the Coombsville region of the Napa Valley. During their stay in the Vineyard House, they will experience firsthand the unique character of the land. The weekend will begin with an intimate tour, tasting and lunch hosted by Meteor partners and general manager (and noted sommelier) Jason Alexander, who will custom-tailor your weekend wine touring and arrange visits to exclusive wine estates around the Valley. Experience one of the Napa Valley’s most intriguing food and wine pairings when chef Ken Frank and sommelier Scott Tracy work their magic at the stunning new La Toque space in the Westin Verasa in downtown Napa. Two signed Magnums of the inaugural 2005 Meteor Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon will go home with the lucky couples to remind them of their Meteor sighting. Barry and Tracy Schuler founded Meteor Vineyard in 1998. Experienced Napa viticulturist Mike Wolf oversaw the planting and has nurtured the vines ever since. Recognizing the exceptional quality of the grapes, the Schulers partnered with veteran winemakers Dawnine and Bill Dyer to produce Cabernet Sauvignon under the Meteor Vineyard label. The 2005 represents the inaugural release.

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Raise that Paddle Your paddle has the power to ripple through our community! One of the Wine Auction’s most thrilling lots each year contains no wine, no travel, no luxury lodging . . . but it gives you a decadent feeling of satisfaction knowing you have made a tremendous difference in many lives—young, old and in between—and a contribution to the future. Each year we ask our guests to raise their paddles to support The Center’s educational programming and scholarships. And every year they respond with gratifying generosity. Whether you know it or not, whether you see it or not, you change lives if you participate in this lot. You will: • Help bring nationally recognized artists, writers, performers and educators such as Perla Batalla and New Orleans’ Hot 8 into our local schools, giving students the opportunity to broaden their horizons. • Enable children to take after-school art classes without language or cost as a barrier. • Allow people of all ages the opportunity to take art classes, see lectures and concerts, visit thought-provoking exhibitions and experience outstanding art locally. • Help more than 40 scholarship recipients each year achieve their dreams by pursuing studies in the arts and humanities. • Make it possible for more than 30,000 locals and visitors to experience world-class art exhibitions, performances and events every year. In short, through your generosity, The Center is able to create a ripple effect that touches people of all ages and stages of life, whether through a scholarship, an inspiring lecture by a Pulitzer Prize-winning author or free access to arts and cultural events. Thank you!

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Above It All

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OPENING BID $2,000 INCLUDES One 6-Liter Bottle One 5-Liter Bottle DONORS David Long, Proprietor David Arthur Vineyards Rutherford, California

David Arthur Vineyards Dunn Vineyards David Arthur Vineyards Elevation 1147 Napa Valley Red Wine and Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon come from vineyards within several miles of one another high in the mountains east of the Napa Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the former from Pritchard Hill, the latter from Howell Mountain. Both wines are 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and both are bold and powerful yet uncommonly polished. Two rare big bottles comprise this lot: an Imperial of 2006 David Arthur Vineyards Elevation 1147 Napa Valley Red Wine and a Jeroboam of 2005 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon. Both wines may be virtually immortal in these grand formats, but only if the lucky high bidder can resist temptation!

Randall Dunn, Owner and Winemaker Dunn Vineyards Angwin, California

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The Masyczek Touch Winemaker Celia Welch Masyczek is one of the Napa Valley’s finest— and busiest—winemakers, with an impressive list of winery clients. Named Food and Wine magazine’s "2008 Winemaker of the Year," she has shown a unique ability to bring out the best in Cabernet Sauvignon. This lot starts with six rare Magnums of Cabernet Sauvignons that show the Masyczek touch, all 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from various Napa Valley locales: Howell Mountain, Stags Leap District, Yountville, St. Helena, and two that are blends of several Napa Valley appellations. The wines are: 2006 Lindstrom Wines Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Corra Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 Cornerstone Cellars Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 D.R. Stephens Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Keever Vineyards Estate Yountville Cabernet Sauvignon and 2005 Hollywood & Vine Cellars 2480 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. In addition, Greg and Carol Lindstrom of Lindstrom Wines invite the high bidder and a guest to enjoy a four-night stay at their guest house on the slopes of Stags Leap overlooking the Stags Leap District and Napa Valley. During the stay, they will join the Lindstroms and Masyczek for dinner one evening—an enticing opportunity to taste and talk wines with the winemaker who created them. Stay and dinner are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $2,000 INCLUDES Six 1.5-Liter Bottles Four-Night Stay for Two Dinner for Two DONORS Greg and Carol Lindstrom, Owners Lindstrom Wines Napa, California Michael Dragutsky and David Sloas, Owners Cornerstone Cellars Yountville, California Don and Trish Stephens, Partners D.R. Stephens Estate St. Helena, California Bill and Olga Keever, Owners Keever Vineyards Yountville, California Doug Barr and Bruce Orosz, Partners Hollywood & Vine Cellars Rutherford, California Celia Welch Masyczek, Owner Corra Wines St. Helena, California

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Thailand BACKROADS Treasures, Plus

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OPENING BID $15,000 INCLUDES Two-Night Bangkok Stay for Two Eight-Day Thailand Bicycle Tour for Two Five-Night Beach Stay for Two One Bicycle, Accessories and Private Clinic

Thailand is a country of spectacular beauty, extraordinary culture and warm hospitality. Experience the many facets of Thailand with this grand package for two. This Thailand experience starts in the gateway city of Bangkok with a two-night stay at the Mandarin Oriental. Situated in the heart of the city on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is widely recognized as one of the finest hotels in the world. Luxurious accommodations, grand public spaces, remarkable service and incredible amenities all contribute to this hotel’s legendary reputation. Next join BACKROADS, the world’s #1 active travel company, for an eight-day, guided bicycle tour of Thailand’s beautiful Golden Triangle. Situated in northern Thailand bordering Laos and Myanmar, the Golden Triangle is a region of jungle-filled valleys, meandering rivers and ornate temples, where indigenous people thrive on isolated mountainsides, and time seems to stand still. Embark from Chiang Mai for an unforgettable tour that includes hill tribe villages, grand Buddhist temples, ancient Burmese cultural sites, the Mekong River and more. Savor Thai cuisine, ride an elephant, travel by traditional long-tail boat and shop for unique local art and textiles. The lucky couple will enjoy superb resort accommodations after every day’s ride and virtually all meals are provided. This truly is the bicycling adventure of a lifetime.

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Finally, journey to the island of Koh Kood for a five-night stay at the absolutely breathtaking and very exclusive—accessible only by boat— Soneva Kiri by Six Senses. Accommodations for this stay are a luxuriously appointed 4,300 square-foot beach villa with daily breakfast and personal butler service. This self-contained resort, designed to be ecologically sustainable, offers a wealth of unique experiences from aromatherapy and mineral-rich mud baths to a gourmet meal prepared especially for you and canapés at sunset, plus a variety of limited edition gifts, all in a setting of stunning beauty right on the Sea of Siam. Simply put, Soneva Kiri by Six Senses is heaven on earth. The "Plus" is the ideal way for the high bidder to get in shape for the Thailand adventure and stay in shape afterward: a SCOTT USA Spark 30 Carbon Fiber mountain bike with full suspension and three-point traction control. The bike comes with helmet, jersey, gloves and mountain bike shoes from Sturtevants Mountain Outfitters, plus an expert one-on-one mountain biking clinic. Reservations for all travel package elements are to be made in advance. Some restrictions may apply. Transportation to and from Thailand and connections from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and back for the bicycle tour are not included. Roundtrip transfers from Bangkok to Soneva Kiri are not included.

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DONORS Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok BACKROADS Soneva Kiri by Six Senses SCOTT USA Sturtevants Mountain Outfitters

How Sweet? Walla Walla Sweet!

Forgeron Cellars, Five Star Cellars, Dunham Cellars and Whitman Cellars have put together a sweet package that showcases Walla Walla wine country at its finest.

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES Three-Night Stay Package for Four Two Rounds of Golf for Four Two Tours and Tastings for Four Winemaker Dinner for Four Lunch for Four One Print and One Painting One 3-Liter Bottle Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Ten 750ml Bottles DONORS Marie-Eve Gilla, Partner and Winemaker Forgeron Cellars Walla Walla, Washington David and Sandy Huse, Proprietors Five Star Cellars Walla Walla, Washington Larry and Sally Thomason, Owners Whitman Cellars Walla Walla, Washington Eric Dunham, Owner Dunham Cellars Walla Walla, Washington

Walla Walla wine country is worth a special trip, and two couples will explore this unique region in world-class style. Accommodations for three nights will be at the Marcus Whitman, Walla Walla’s premier luxury hotel. Golf is on the itinerary, as the owners of Forgeron Cellars will host the foursome for rounds at both the beautiful, manicured Walla Walla Country Club and the new, unique and grand-scale Wine Valley Golf Club, where John Thorsness, director of golf, will provide a ten-minute warm-up drill sure to take strokes off your game. Punctuating the golf will be a tour and tasting at Forgeron Cellars, home to a range of distinctive whites and reds. Five Star Cellars has earned a fine reputation for Walla Walla Valley reds in a very short time and will host a private tour and tasting for the couples at its winery just outside Walla Walla. In addition, the high bidder will take home an artist-enhanced print titled "Five Star Sunrise" by Jeffrey Hall. Whitman Cellars is slightly more than a mile from the hotel, so the high bidder and his or her guests won’t have far to go to enjoy a delectable lunch—with wine, of course—at this striking winery. Dunham Cellars will host an unforgettable winemaker dinner for the foursome at the winery, which calls a slightly rustic World War II-era hangar home. Original artwork titled Feathered Cherry, by winemaker Eric Dunham from his "Ballard Series," will go home with the high bidder. The winner also earns a cellar of fine wines from these Walla Walla producers. A Magnum of 2006 Forgeron Cellars Columbia Valley Zinfandel, signed by winemaker Marie-Eve Gilla, will be accompanied by a six-bottle assortment of Forgeron’s best. An etched Double Magnum of 2005 Five Star Cellars Stellar Walla Walla Valley Red Wine may need a bit more bottle aging, but the wine is already showing well. Individual Magnums of 2005 and 2006 Dunham Cellars Trutina Columbia Valley Red Wine, each signed by winemaker Eric Dunham, illustrate its classic, Bordeaux-inspired style. Big, smooth and impressive, the four bottles of 2004 Whitman Cellars Narcissa Columbia Valley Red Wine, each signed by winemaker Stephen Lessard, are already drinking well. Stay package is to be scheduled for dates mutually convenient for all parties. Transportation is not included.

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Two Days in the (Napa) Valley Not just two days in the Napa Valley—two GREAT days in the Napa Valley! To fortify the high bidder and his or her guests for the fun to come, some wine to take home tonight: three Magnums each of 2005 Vineyard 7 & 8 "7" Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon and 2006 Vineyard 7 & 8 "8" Spring Mountain District Chardonnay and a Double Magnum of 2006 Anomaly Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Then six will enjoy two days in the Napa Valley—or three, if they choose to pace themselves. Vineyard 7 & 8 will host a bocce luncheon at its beautiful estate high on the slopes of Spring Mountain, to be punctuated by a tour and tasting in its new state-of-the-art winery and a barrel sampling of upcoming vintages. The six will join Anomaly Vineyards owners Steve and Linda Goldfarb for a private tour of their handsome stone winery and beautifully tended vineyard estate at the base of the Mayacamas Mountains near St. Helena, to be followed by a sumptuous dinner in the Anomaly barrel cave prepared by a guest chef and accompanied by wines from Anomaly’s private cellar. The six also will spend an afternoon in the kitchen at Peju Province Winery. After donning aprons, they will delve into Napa Valley’s rich bounty of organic ingredients and with the help of chef Brian Streeter and a few glasses of Peju wine, they will create their own lunch. In the process, they’ll get tips on cooking and how to pair wine and food. Lunch will be accompanied by selected Peju wines, chosen to complement the dishes. Afterward, owner Herta Peju will treat them to a private tour of the Peju gardens and send them home with some of the winery’s most requested recipes. Events are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation and accommodations are not included.

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OPENING BID $2,000 INCLUDES Bocce Luncheon for Six Dinner for Six Two Tours and Tastings for Six Cooking Class, Lunch and Garden Tour for Six One 3-Liter Bottle Six 1.5-Liter Bottles DONORS Steffens Family, Owners Vineyard 7 & 8 St. Helena, California Steve and Linda Goldfarb, Owners Anomaly Vineyards St. Helena, California Herta and Anthony Peju, Owners Peju Province Winery Rutherford, California

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OPENING BID $6,000 INCLUDES 250+ 750ml Bottles DONORS All the wineries listed!

For the fifth consecutive year, the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction has assembled a unique lot to showcase the generous spirit of its many participating vintners. At our request, virtually every vintner participating in both the Live and Silent Auctions has contributed a bottle—and often several bottles—for inclusion in this lot, which again this year encompasses more than 250 bottles! We are proud to say that many have provided their finest wines—a true roll call of 750ml stars—hence the lot’s name. This lot includes wines from the following generous producers:

3 Horse Ranch Vineyards Andrew Will Winery Anomaly Vineyards Antica Napa Valley Antinori Cadaretta Winery CADE Winery Canihan Family Cellars Casa Piena Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery Chappellet Vineyard Charles Krug Winery— Peter Mondavi Family Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery Cinder Clayhouse Wines Cold Springs Winery Col Solare Conn Creek CONSTANT – "Diamond Mountain Vineyard"

Corus Estates & Vineyards Côte Bonneville DeLille Cellars Domaine Serene Duckhorn Wine Company Duende Wines Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery E & J Gallo Winery Figge Cellars Fisher Vineyards Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards Forgeron Cellars Fraser Vineyard Frenchman’s Gulch Gargiulo Vineyards Grassi Family Vineyards Grgich Hills Estate

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HALL Wines Halleck Vineyard Harris Estate Vineyards Hawkes Wine HdV Wines Hedges Family Estate

Rathbone Wine Group Raymond Vineyards Revenant Ridge Vineyards Rivera Vineyards Rivers-Marie Wines Rombauer Vineyards Round Pond Estate Rubissow RUDD Oakville Estate Rusack Vineyards

Io JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Kenefick Ranch Winery Korbel Champagne Cellars

Saddleback Cellars Salvestrin Vineyards & Winery Schramsberg Vineyards & J. Davies Vineyards Shafer Vineyards SideJob Cellars Siduri Wines Silver Oak Cellars Sloan Estate Sonoma-Cutrer Wines Spring Valley Vineyard Sullivan Vineyards

Landmark Vineyards L’Aventure Winery L’Ecole No. 41 Lindstrom Wines MacMurray Ranch Vineyards Matthews Estate Merry Edwards Winery Meteor Vineyard Michael~David Winery Morlet Family Vineyards Mumm Napa

Three Rivers Winery

Napa Cellars Northstar Winery Novy Family Winery

Villa Creek Cellars Vineyard 29 Vineyard 7 & 8

O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery

Whitman Cellars Woodhouse Family Cellars Woodward Canyon Winery

Paoletti Estates Winery Parry Cellars PAX Wine Cellars Peju Province Winery Pillar Rock Vineyard Pride Mountain Vineyards

ZD Wines

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Sonoma and Napa Wine Lovers’ Tour

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OPENING BID $2,500 INCLUDES Two-Night Healdsburg Stay Package for Four Two-Night St. Helena Stay Package for Four Two Dinners for Four Lunch for Four Three Tours and Tastings for Four One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle Twelve 750ml Bottles DONORS Don and Jennifer Hartford, Proprietors Hartford Family Winery, Forestville, California Ross Halleck, Owner Halleck Vineyard Sebastopol, California Trinchero Family Estates Napa Cellars

Wine should help the high bidder and his or her guests warm up for this Sonoma and Napa wine lovers’ tour, so the following bottles go home with them tonight: one Double Magnum of 2006 Napa Cellars Napa Valley Merlot, one Magnum of 2006 Halleck Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir and twelve bottles of 2007 Napa Cellars Napa Valley Chardonnay. Then four (two couples) can expect to be pampered on their visit to Sonoma and Napa wine country. In Sonoma, the foursome will stay in beautiful Healdsburg—centrally located to more than 80 wineries— with suite accommodations and daily gourmet harvest breakfast for two nights at the luxurious Hotel Healdsburg, named one of the "Top 100 Hotels in the U.S." by Condé Nast Traveler. Hotel Healdsburg is home to Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen, one of wine country’s finest restaurants, and the group will be treated to a chef’s tasting menu dinner during their stay. While in Sonoma, the foursome are invited to Hartford Family Winery in the Russian River Valley for a private VIP tasting hosted by proprietor Don Hartford and/or winemaker Jeff Mangahas, followed by a gourmet lunch prepared by the estate winery chef and paired with a selection of award-winning Hartford Family Winery Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs and Zinfandels. Also on the agenda is a visit to Halleck Vineyard near Sebastopol, where owner Ross Halleck will host a VIP tour and barrel tasting of his superb Russian River Valley single-vineyard Pinot Noirs and Sauvignon Blanc, followed by dinner in the vineyards. In Napa, the foursome will be hosted by Trinchero Family Estates for a two-night stay, including breakfast each morning, in its magnificent Victorian near St. Helena. Napa Cellars will host the two couples for a VIP tour and tasting; the rest of the stay is free, enabling them to explore this beautiful wine region on their own. Stays and winery visits are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Hotel Healdsburg stay is available Sunday through Thursday only. Transportation is not included.

Hotel Healdsburg Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen

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Two Mountains, One Valley The two mountains are Mount Veeder and Howell Mountain, where O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery and Rubissow grow their grapes and make their wines. The valley—flanked by these mountains—is the Napa Valley, where the high bidder and his guests will stay while gaining an appreciation for these small producers. Ready for the high bidder to take home tonight are a fine collection of O’Shaughnessy and Rubissow wines: one Magnum each of 2005 O’Shaughnessy Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon and 2005 O’Shaughnessy Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, plus six bottles each of 2005 Rubissow Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 Rubissow Mount Veeder Merlot, 2005 Rubissow Mount Veeder Trompettes (a Cabernet Franc-based proprietary wine) and 2005 Rubissow "Rubissow-Sargent Reserve" Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon. All show the classic fruit and structure of mountain-grown grapes, plus the subtle nuances of these two unique appellations. The high bidder and guests—a total of two couples—then will have the opportunity to visit both wineries. Accommodations for two nights in the Napa Valley will be at the newly opened and very luxurious Bardessono Inn in Yountville, where geothermal heating and cooling, a solar energy system and other sustainable initiatives combine to create the "greenest" luxury inn in America. During their stay, the foursome will be invited to a private lunch at O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery on Howell Mountain followed by a tour, tasting and barrel sampling in its barrel cave, as well as a VIP lunch for four with the Rubissow family at Rubissow Estate on Mount Veeder, with impressive views of the Napa Valley. In addition, they will enjoy dinner at ad hoc, chef Thomas Keller’s "informal" restaurant in Yountville. Stay, dinner and winery visits are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Four Dinner for Four Two Lunches for Four Tour and Tasting for Four Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Twenty-Four 750ml Bottles DONORS Betty O’Shaughnessy, Owner O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery Angwin, California Peter Rubissow, Owner Rubissow Napa, California Bardessono Inn

A Little Romance

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES Private Plane Trip for Four One-Night Stay for Four Dinner for Four DONORS Park Air, LLC Bernardus Lodge Marinus at Bernardus Lodge

Four (two couples) will experience an incredibly romantic 24 hours (or maybe a tad more) that will take them from home to beautiful Carmel Valley and back. Your "magic carpet" for this fairy-tale journey will be an Eclipse 500 microjet, courtesy of Park Air LLC. This handsome six-seat jet, featuring aluminum structure and specially modified twin Pratt & Whitney engines, ranks among the most environmentally friendly aircraft in the sky, with fuel efficiency second to none. From the Monterey Peninsula Airport, it’s a quick trip to Bernardus Lodge in scenic Carmel Valley. Nestled amid oaks and vineyards, enchanting Bernardus Lodge offers Carmel Valley’s most enticing accommodations: spacious, luxuriously furnished rooms, each with fireplace, private terrace or balcony and an oversized bathtub for two. That evening, the couples will dine at Marinus, Bernardus’ equally luxurious restaurant, where executive chef Cal Stamenov creates exquisite California cuisine showcasing local organic seasonal produce, regional seafood and artisan-farmed meats. The rest of this cozy stay is the couples’ to savor until they board their private jet for home! All elements of this package are to be scheduled in advance for dates of mutual convenience and some restrictions may apply. The jet trip must originate and terminate in the western United States such as Idaho, Utah, Washington, Oregon, Nevada and California. Airport transfers are not included.

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Up and Down the Napa Valley There is plenty to enjoy in the Napa Valley, and Rombauer Vineyards, RUDD Oakville Estate and Salvestrin Vineyards & Winery invite you to experience their individual vineyard estates in this wine paradise. Rombauer Vineyards, north of St. Helena along the Silverado Trail, will host four (two couples) for a three-night stay in its guest house. During their stay at this friendly and comfortably casual estate, the foursome will be treated to a tour, tasting and lunch. RUDD Oakville Estate invites six guests to come on by for a tour and tasting at its estate. This visit will include a barrel tasting, followed by a lunch prepared by Dean & DeLuca and paired with RUDD wines, both current and library. The high bidder’s foursome also will be treated to a tour, barrel tasting and lunch at Salvestrin Vineyards & Winery’s handsome wood and stone winery, located on the site of one of the Napa Valley’s most famous early vineyards just south of St. Helena. Dinner for four at Cindy’s Backstreet Kitchen in St. Helena, the latest restaurant creation of famed chef Cindy Pawlcyn, completes this Napa Valley package. Going home with the high bidder tonight is an impressive selection of wines from the wineries he or she will soon be visiting. Begin with a Double Magnum each of 2003 Rombauer Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 Rombauer Proprietors Napa Valley Merlot and 2005 Rombauer Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Continue with a Magnum each of 2003, 2004 and 2005 RUDD Oakville Estate Proprietary Red Wine (presented in a wood box). Finally, top it off with a Double Magnum of 2005 Salvestrin Estate Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, three 750ml bottles of 1999 Salvestrin Estate Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, six 750ml bottles of 2007 Salvestrin Estate Vineyard Napa Valley Sangiovese, six 750ml bottles of 2007 Salvestrin Estate Vineyard Petite Sirah and twelve 750 ml bottles of 2008 Salvestrin Estate Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc. Winery stay and winery visits are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $3,000 INCLUDES Three-Night Stay Package for Four Dinner for Four Two Tours, Tastings and Lunches for Four Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Six Four 3-Liter Bottles Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Twenty-Seven 750ml Bottles DONORS Koerner Rombauer and K.R. Rombauer, Owners Rombauer Vineyards St. Helena, California Leslie Rudd, Owner RUDD Oakville Estate Oakville, California The Salvestrin Family, Owners Salvestrin Vineyards & Winery St. Helena, California

Best of Both Worlds

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OPENING BID $4,000 INCLUDES Three-Night Napa Valley Stay Package for Four Two-Night Sun Valley Stay Package for Four Two Tours and Tastings for Four Two Lunches for Four Two Dinners for Four Guided Fly Fishing Trip for Four Six 1.5-Liter Bottles

Four will experience the best of Napa Valley and Sun Valley in one wonderful lot. Wine is at or near the top of any "best of" list for Napa Valley, and this lot includes six Magnums of superb Cabernet Sauvignon for the high bidder to take home tonight—two bottles each of 2006 Lail Vineyards J. Daniel Cuvée Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Grassi Family Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and 2006 CADE Winery Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon. Then experience the rest of the best of Napa Valley, beginning with a three-night stay for up to four at The Orchard at the Carneros Inn, a Timbers Resorts Residence Club. The spacious two-bedroom cottages feature dual master suites, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, a covered porch, fully equipped kitchen, large private garden with spa and barbecue and refined furnishings throughout. Next embark on three days of fun. On the first day, enjoy a private tour and tasting at PlumpJack Winery, a producer of fine Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot located near Oakville, then head up-valley (and uphill) to dinner with the Lails of Lail Vineyards at their beautiful home atop Howell Mountain. On the second day, join—and help—CADE Winery’s estate chef as he shops for local ingredients and prepares lunch. Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a wonderful

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lunch at CADE Winery paired with an assortment of its wines, hosted by winemaker Anthony Biagi and partner John Conover. The last morning includes a tour of famed To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville hosted by renowned grower and vintner Andy Beckstoffer, a rare tasting of To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon barrel samples from CADE Winery and a vineyard lunch hosted by Mark Grassi and family at Grassi Family Vineyards. The best of Sun Valley is an altogether different and equally extraordinary experience. Four (two couples) will be treated to a two-night stay at the Kentwood Lodge in Ketchum, where comfortable accommodations with mountain views combine with amenities like an indoor pool, spa and fitness center in a location convenient both to town and Sun Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many outdoor activities. The couples will join vintner Mark Grassi and the experts from Silver Creek Outfitters for two days of world-class guided fly fishing on the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous trout streams, where big rainbow, brown and brook trout seemingly wait in every deep pool. Grassi also will host a dinner, with wine, for the foursome at his home in Sun Valley, where Scott and Anne Mason, chefs and owners of the acclaimed Ketchum Grill, will showcase fresh Idaho ingredients. "Best of Both Worlds" experiences are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.

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DONORS John Conover, General Manager and Partner CADE Winery and PlumpJack Winery Oakville, California Robin and Jon Lail, Owners Lail Vineyards Rutherford, California Mark and Jami Grassi, Owners Grassi Family Vineyards Napa, California The Orchard at the Carneros Inn Silver Creek Outfitters Scott and Anne Mason, Ketchum Grill Kentwood Lodge

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OPENING BID $1,500 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Four Dinner for Four Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONORS Aryn Morell, Winemaker Matthews Estate Woodinville, Washington Chris Nishiwaki

Sustainable Stay in Woodinville, Washington Matthews Estate Four (two couples) will be carbon neutral during this two-night Matthews Estate stay package. On arrival, the foursome will check into their luxurious accommodations at Matthews Estate House Bed and Breakfast, overlooking the Woodinville Valley. That evening they will join Matthews Estate winemaker Aryn Morell for a winemaker’s dinner: six courses paired with current and library vintages of Matthews Estate wines. This spectacular meal will be prepared by chef Phillip Mihalski of Nell’s Restaurant in Seattle. In addition, the meal will include a champagne course to start, and dessert and port courses to finish, provided by Chris Nishiwaki. All meat, fish, cheese, vegetables and fruit will come from sustainable farms and sustainable harvests. The next day, the couples will be provided with a luxury car and driver for a day of wine tasting, sightseeing and touring throughout Woodinville wine country. The Estate House has a full professional kitchen should the couples choose to dine in. Woodinville is home to several world-class restaurants for those opting to dine out. To maintain carbon neutrality, Matthews Estate will purchase carbon offsets for the couples’ travel to and from this stay. To go home with the high bidder tonight, two rare and collectible Magnums: 2005 Matthews Estate Columbia Valley Claret and 2005 Matthews Estate Columbia Valley Red Wine. Stay is to be scheduled for mutually agreeable dates for all parties. Transportation other than that noted is not included.

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Spring Mountain Magic In the Napa Valley, just west of St. Helena, is the Spring Mountain District. Here vineyards are cultivated on terraces and sloping meadows set among redwood forests and steep, winding roads in the Mayacamas Mountains, and small wineries produce vintages acclaimed worldwide for their signature intense flavors and delicate, balanced tannins. Angus and Margaret Wurtele, owners of Terra Valentine, invite four (two couples) to stay for two nights at luxurious Villa Valentine, their beautiful guest house overlooking the estate vineyards near the very top of Spring Mountain. On arrival, the couples will be treated to a tour of the winery grounds and a tasting of Terra Valentine estate Cabernet Sauvignons and artisan cheeses. The rest of the time is free to explore this beautiful 75-acre estate and the remainder of the Spring Mountain District.

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OPENING BID $2,500 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Four Lunch for Four Tours and Tastings for Four Sixteen 1.5-Liter Bottles

To aid in that Spring Mountain exploration, the Spring Mountain District Association will arrange a tour, tasting and lunch for four at Schweiger Vineyards, plus VIP tours and tastings at selected wineries in the region. In addition, for the high bidder to take home tonight, the Association has assembled a "Mountain of Magnums"â&#x20AC;&#x201D;sixteen, to be exact (Barnett Vineyards, Cain Vineyard & Winery, Fantesca Estate & Winery, Frias Family Vineyard, Guilliams, Keenan Winery, Marston Family Vineyard, Newton Vineyard, Paloma, Peacock, Pride Mountain Vineyards, Schweiger Vineyards, Sherwin Family Vineyards, Spring Mountain Vineyard, Terra Valentine, Vineyard 7 & 8)â&#x20AC;&#x201D;that showcase the superb quality and inimitable style of Spring Mountain District wines. Winery stay is to be scheduled in advance subject to availability (booking three months in advance is recommended), is available March through November only and expires October 31, 2010. Winery visits are to be scheduled in advance.

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DONORS Angus and Margaret Wurtele, Owners Terra Valentine St. Helena, California Spring Mountain District Association

Martinis and Art

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OPENING BID $600 INCLUDES Party for Twenty

The high bidder and friends—a total of 20—are invited to join the experts from Distilled Resources, Inc., one of Idaho’s foremost custom distillers, for a fun and fascinating martini making party at Gilman Contemporary gallery in Ketchum. Distilled Resources, Inc. distills neutral spirits from Idaho potatoes, winter wheat and corn for the production of award-winning vodkas, liqueurs and other specialty spirits. Enjoy appetizers as you learn how to make the perfect vodka martini, bloody mary or something more exotic, or simply discover how fine vodka is produced. Party is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.

DONORS Distilled Resources, Inc. Gilman Contemporary

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SILENT AUCTION LOTS Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction 2009

Napa Valley Trio Three fine Magnums comprise this trio of red wines, all sure to sing with two or three years of cellaring: 2003 Merryvale Vineyards Napa Valley Profile Red Wine, 2006 Robert Foley Vineyards Muscleman Napa Valley Petite Sirah and 2006 Round Pond Estate Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon. Round Pond Estate also invites the high bidder to an estate tasting for four at its handsome winery in the heart of the Napa Valley.

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OPENING BID $300 INCLUDES Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Tasting for Four DONORS Jack Schlatter, Chairman Merryvale Vineyards St. Helena, California Robert Foley, Proprietor Robert Foley Vineyards Novato, California Ryan and Miles MacDonnell, Proprietors Round Pond Estate Rutherford, California

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Hawkes Everywhere Hawkes Wine There are Hawkes to take home and Hawkes to enjoy on a trip to California for the high bidder of this lot. Two autographed Double Magnums of 2004 Hawkes Wine Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon—a rare grand format for this producer— are ready to take home tonight. The high bidder and three guests also will enjoy a three-night stay in Hawkes Wine’s quaint Alexander Valley cottage, a private tasting with the owner/winemaker and dinner during their stay. Stay is to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience and restrictions may apply. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $600 INCLUDES Three-Night Stay Package for Four Two 3-Liter Bottles DONOR Jacob Hawkes, Winemaker Hawkes Wine Healdsburg, California

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Harvest Dinner Frenchman’s Gulch Winery Frenchman’s Gulch Winery will host a harvest dinner for eight at the winery in Ketchum. Chef Mike Diem of East Avenue Bistro will prepare delicious Mediterranean cuisine, which will be paired with bottles of Frenchman’s Gulch Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Ketchum Cuvée. Dinner is to be scheduled in advance for a date of mutual convenience between September 1 and 15, 2009.

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OPENING BID $500 INCLUDES Dinner for Eight DONORS Steve and Tracey McCarthy, Vintners Frenchman’s Gulch Winery Ketchum, Idaho Mike Diem East Avenue Bistro

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Mount Baker Stay and Play Up to four will stay for a full week—six nights—in a comfortable two-bedroom, two-bath condominium overlooking the Nooksack River in Glacier, Washington, at the base of spectacular Mount Baker. The condo is located in Snowater, a private, gated resort community adjacent to the Snoqualmie National Forest and the closest lodging to the Mount Baker ski area. Depending on the season, the high bidder and guests can choose to receive four all-day lift tickets to the ski resort, with seven lifts and 1,500 feet of vertical, or four spots for a day of white water rafting with River Riders Rafting Co. Also included in the package is a $100 gift certificate for dinner at Milano’s Restaurant, a local (actually regional) favorite for Italian dining. Stay is to be scheduled in advance for mutually agreeable dates between October 2009 and August 2010; not available December 24 through January 2. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $1,000 INCLUDES Six-Night Stay for Four Full-Day Lift Tickets for Four or One Day River Rafting for Four Dinner for Four DONORS John and Kerry Smyth River Riders Rafting Co. Milano’s Restaurant

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Thomas Rivers Brown and Genevieve Marie Welsh have a shared passion for Pinot Noir that brought them together to create Rivers-Marie Wines, a tiny producer of Pinot Noir from vineyards near Occidental in Sonoma County. From their production comes a rare Magnum (the vintage produced only 62 cases total) of 2006 Rivers-Marie Summa Old Vines Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. Winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown also handles production for several small wineries, and rare Magnums from two are included in this lot: 2006 Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon (which earned a perfect 100 from The Wine Advocate) and 2006 Outpost Winery Howell Mountain Zinfandel.

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OPENING BID $350 INCLUDES Three 1.5-Liter Bottles DONOR Thomas Rivers Brown and Genevieve Marie Welsh, Owners Rivers-Marie Wines Calistoga, California

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Saddleback Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 The 2004 vintage marked the 24th year winemaker Nils Venge has made a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2004 Saddleback Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon displays elegant red and black fruit character, generous mocha complexity and a polished finish. Recipient of a 92 from The Wine Advocate, it is offered here in a rare, cellar-worthy Double Magnum.

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OPENING BID $300 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle DONOR Nils Venge, Owner and Winemaker Saddleback Cellars Oakville, California

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Big & Bold PAX Wine Cellars Pangea California Syrah PAX Wine Cellars Pangea North Coast Syrah Breathtakingly bold, the wines in these two rare Magnums come from the third and fourth vintages of this Syrah specialist and were produced in minuscule quantities—336 bottles for the 2002 PAX Pangea Syrah and 676 bottles for the 2003 PAX Pangea Syrah. They earned scores of 95–97+ and 96, respectively, from The Wine Advocate.

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OPENING BID $400 INCLUDES Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONOR Joe and Kathy Hardiman

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The Shafer Four While it sounds like a musical group or perhaps some infamous group of defendants, this actually is a four-bottle Shafer Vineyards vertical collection: one bottle each of 1988 Shafer Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon, 1989 Shafer Hillside Select Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon, 1990 Shafer Hillside Select Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon and 1991 Shafer Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon. Now at or approaching twenty years of age, these elegant, supple wines are ready to be enjoyed.

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OPENING BID $400 INCLUDES Four 750ml Bottles DONOR Trudi Schneider

WINE AUCTION 2009

Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery "Le Terre Foss" Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, 2007 "777" Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, 2007 These two Willamette Valley Pinot Noirs are a study in contrasts. The 2007 Elkhorn Ridge "Le Terre Foss" Pinot Noir, a blend of four Pinot Noir clones, shows delicate, "feminine" red fruit character and subtle spice. The 2007 Elkhorn Ridge "777" Pinot Noir displays generous black fruit character: rich and vibrant, but never heavy. Production of each wine was fewer than 400 cases, and the Double Magnums offered here are especially rare.

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OPENING BID $300 INCLUDES Two 3-Liter Bottles DONOR Charles and Andrea Foss, Owners Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery Sun Valley, Idaho

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Ketchum Grill and Walla Walla Wine Dinner Scott and Anne Mason of the Ketchum Grill, the place to go in the Wood River Valley for contemporary American cuisine, will create a fabulous dinner for eight, which will be paired with outstanding Walla Walla Valley wines selected and presented by Steve Thies of Tastevin Wine. The high bidder may choose to have this sure-to-be-memorable wine dinner either at his or her home in the Ketchum area or at the Ketchum Grill. This dinner is to be scheduled in advance for a date of mutual convenience and is to be completed by June 30, 2010.

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OPENING BID $600 INCLUDES Wine Dinner for Eight DONORS Scott and Anne Mason, Ketchum Grill Steve Thies, Tastevin Wine

WINE AUCTION 2009

Estate Experiences Grgich Hills Estate Enjoy two estate experiences with Grgich Hills Estate in the Napa Valley: one a Double Magnum of the elegant, approachable 2005 Grgich Hills Estate Grown Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, the other a VIP tour and tasting for four when next in the Napa Valley. Winery visit is to be scheduled in advance for a date of mutual convenience.

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OPENING BID $300 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle Tour and Tasting for Four DONOR Austin Hills, Co-Proprietor Grgich Hills Estate Rutherford, California

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Io Santa Barbara County Red Wine, 2005 Upper Bench Vineyard Santa Maria Valley Syrah, 2005 Ryan Road Vineyard Paso Robles Syrah, 2005 Established in 1996 by pioneering Santa Maria Valley vintner Ken Brown, Io focuses production on Rhone-inspired, Syrah-based reds. Superb vineyards, a state-of-the-art gravity flow winery and winemaking techniques developed in Australia for Shiraz contribute to the powerful, ripe and luscious character of the 2005 Io Santa Barbara County Red Wine, 2005 Io Upper Bench Vineyard Santa Maria Valley Syrah and 2005 Ryan Road Vineyard Paso Robles Syrah. Two bottles of each wine comprise the lot.

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OPENING BID $200 INCLUDES Six 750ml Bottles DONOR Ken Brown, Founder Io Santa Maria, California

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Paoletti Estates Winery Estate Napa Valley Malbec, 2003 Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Russian River Valley Chardonnay, 2007 Piccolina Late Harvest Napa Valley White Wine, 2006

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Since 1994, Paoletti Estates Winery has made Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Super Tuscanâ&#x20AC;? blends from 36 acres of estate vineyards located near Calistoga. More recently, the winery has expanded production to include Malbec, Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon, Russian River Valley Chardonnay and a Late Harvest White Wine. Discover these appealing wines with this tasty collection: one Imperial of 2003 Paoletti Estate Napa Valley Malbec, three bottles of 2006 Paoletti Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon, three bottles of 2007 Paoletti Russian River Valley Chardonnay and six half-bottles of 2006 Paoletti Piccolina Late Harvest White Wine.

OPENING BID $400 INCLUDES One 6-Liter Bottle Six 750ml Bottles Six 375ml Bottles DONOR Anthony Knox, General Manager Paoletti Estates Winery Calistoga, California

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Idaho Getaway Four will have the opportunity to escape the everyday without ever leaving Idaho. They will be treated to a two-night stay in a beautifully restored 1892 school house in Oakley, in the heart of the Snake River Basin of southern Idaho. During their stay, they will receive a day of climbing instruction with Erik Leidecker of Sawtooth Mountain Guides at the nearby City of Rocks National Reserve, a unique and scenic collection of large boulders, pinnacles, fins and summits. Erik is a talented teacher who can help novice and not-so-novice climbers gain their footing, keep their balance and learn the ropes. Lunch for this getaway will be provided by Ric Lum of Delicious Revolution, including Ketchum Farmers Market salads, Ric’s famous smoked beef brisket and fried chicken and—because climbers need their carbs—dessert. Getaway is to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience.

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OPENING BID $300 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Four One Day Climbing Instruction for Four Lunch for Four DONORS Nicole Brown Erik Leidecker, Sawtooth Mountain Guides Ric Lum, Delicious Revolution

WINE AUCTION 2009

Commemorative Box 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards Founded in 2003 in the foothills north of Eagle, Idaho, 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards established its vines on Rhone vinifera rootstock and grows all its grapes organically (both the vineyard and winery are certified organic). This 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards numbered commemorative box holds three bottles: 2008 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards Estate Grown Idaho Viognier, 2008 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards Estate Grown Idaho Roussanne and 2008 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards Estate Grown Idaho Roussanne/Viognier.

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OPENING BID $200 INCLUDES Three 750ml Bottles DONOR Cunningham Family, Owners 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards Eagle, Idaho

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Hot Property Morlet Family Vineyards Established in 2006, Morlet Family Vineyards is one of California’s most exciting new wine producers, and for good reason. Proprietor Luc Morlet previously served as winemaker for both Peter Michael Winery and Staglin Family Vineyard, and he has brought the same uncompromising approach to quality to the wines that bear his own name. Two of Luc’s wines in rare grand format will go home with the high bidder tonight: a Double Magnum of 2007 Morlet La Proportion Dorée Sonoma County White Wine, a White Bordeauxinspired blend that received a 95 from The Wine Advocate; and an etched and signed Double Magnum of 2007 Morlet Coeur de Vallée Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, which received a 93–95 from The Wine Advocate. The high bidder and five guests also are invited to visit Morlet Family Vineyards in St. Helena for a tour and tasting in the winery’s caves hosted by winemaker Luc Morlet when next in the Napa Valley. Winery visit is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.

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OPENING BID $500 INCLUDES Two 3-Liter Bottles Tour and Tasting for Six DONOR Luc Morlet, Winemaker and Proprietor Morlet Family Vineyards St. Helena, California

WINE AUCTION 2009

Dancing Bear Cakebread Cellars

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Already one of the Napa Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most respected producers of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cakebread Cellars introduced a very special new bottling in 2006 from Dancing Bear Ranch, an estate vineyard high on the slopes of Howell Mountain. Discover the beauty of this exceptional vineyard, first by taking home six bottles of 2005 Cakebread Dancing Bear Ranch Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon tonight and then by enjoying a catered lunch for six at scenic Dancing Bear Ranch when next in the Napa Valley. Lunch is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.

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OPENING BID $500 INCLUDES Six 750ml Bottles Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Six DONOR Cakebread Family, Owners Cakebread Cellars Rutherford, California

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Climbing Spring Mountain Spring Mountain Vineyard Barnett Vineyards A mix of redwood groves, hillside vineyards and sloping meadows, Spring Mountain ranks among the most idyllic spots in the entire Napa Valley. From estate vineyards near the base of Spring Mountain, Spring Mountain Vineyard has been producing Cabernet Sauvignon since 1968. The vertical collection offered here encompasses two bottles each of 2000â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2005 Spring Mountain Vineyard Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and is presented in a wood collectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s box. Near the top of Spring Mountain is Barnett Vineyards. The cellar-worthy Magnum of 2006 Barnett Rattlesnake Hill Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon offered here contains the finest Cabernet this esteemed Napa Valley estate produces.

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OPENING BID $300 INCLUDES One 1.5-Liter Bottle Twelve 750ml Bottles DONORS Don Yannias, President Spring Mountain Vineyard St. Helena, California Hal and Fiona Barnett, Owners Barnett Vineyards St. Helena, California

WINE AUCTION 2009

C5 Test Drive SideJob Cellars After 25 years in the wine industry, SideJob Cellars founder Jeff Lubin had this crazy idea to start his own wine company. To assure his full dedication to the project, he sold his pride and joy, a 1999 C5 Corvette Coupe, and used the proceeds to start his company (on the side of course). To this day his wines bear the C5 name and logo signifying his exchange of car keys for wine keys.

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Dedicated to the entrepreneur in all of us, this auction lot includes a limited edition etched and autographed Double Magnum of 2007 C5 Stefani Vineyard Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel (one of only six produced) and four bottles each of 2005 C5 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel, 2006 C5 Stefani Vineyard Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel and 2007 C5 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel. This is one great test drive!

OPENING BID $300 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle Twelve 750ml Bottles DONOR Jeff Lubin, Owner and Vintner SideJob Cellars Novato, California

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Fun in the Miami Sun Enjoy a two-night stay for two in a junior suite, tax included, at the luxurious, award-winning Mandarin Oriental, Miami, on the private island of Brickell Key, with unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. Included in this stay are two 50-minute treatments in the Mandarin Oriental’s five-star spa as well as dinner for two at Azul, one of Miami’s top restaurants. Advance reservations are required and stay is based on availability; blackout dates include December 1–7 and 28–31, 2009, and February 4–8, 2010. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $1,200 INCLUDES Two-Night Stay Package for Two Spa Treatments for Two Dinner for Two DONOR Mandarin Oriental, Miami

WINE AUCTION 2009

Double Magnum Force Double Magnums are the ideal size for long-term cellaring and the most practical size for a large celebration. Each of this lotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Double Magnums is a cellar candidate, though all three wines are approachable now. They are: 2001 Oakville Ranch Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards Trilogy Napa Valley Red Table Wine and 2006 Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery Chalk Hill Chardonnay. Also, Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery will welcome four guests for a private estate tour and a four-course luncheon at the estate pavilion prepared by executive chef Didier Ageorges. Winery visit is to be scheduled for a mutually convenient date.

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OPENING BID $500 INCLUDES Three 3-Liter Bottles Tour and Lunch for Four DONORS Miner Family, Owners Oakville Ranch Vineyards Oakville, California John Komes, Mike Komes, Pat Garvey, Julie Garvey, Owners Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards St. Helena, California Fred Furth, Proprietor Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery Healdsburg, California

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Kenefick Ranch Winery Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2003 Tucked into the foothills of the Palisades, east of Calistoga, Kenefick Ranch has been supplying grapes to top Napa Valley wineries for years. In 2002, Tom Kenefick began to produce wine under his own label, Kenefick Ranch Winery. The 2003 Kenefick Ranch Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon showcases ripe, forward fruit and integrated oak. It received a 91 from Connoisseurâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide to California Wine. Two Magnums comprise the lot.

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OPENING BID $150 INCLUDES Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONOR Tom Kenefick, Proprietor Kenefick Ranch Winery Calistoga, California

WINE AUCTION 2009

Cinder Snake River Valley Syrah, 2006 Snake River Valley Syrah, 2007 It may only be two vintages, but it is a complete vertical collection! The high bidder will get two bottles each of the already sold out 2006 Cinder Syrah and the follow-up (and newly released) 2007 Cinder Syrah. Cinder has garnered great reviews during the past year in Food & Wine and Wine Press Northwest. Put these gems in your cellar and start your library of this dynamic label, which showcases the best of the newly minted Snake River Valley AVA.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES Four 750ml Bottles DONOR Joe Schnerr and Melanie Kraus, Owners Cinder Boise, Idaho

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Wine and Cheese Heaven Now this is wine and cheese! Comté cheese is renowned for its superb quality and flavor. Since 1958 Comté has been AOCdesignated (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée), which ensures that every wheel is made from the fresh milk of pasture-fed Montbéliard cows within the Comté region of France. Each wheel is aged from 4 to 18 months in special cellars to achieve distinctively delicious aromas and flavors. This five-pound wheel of Comté cheese with serving board is accompanied by a bottle of Champagne Delamotte Rosé, a superb sparkler produced by the sister house (they even adjoin) of Salon, one of Champagne’s greatest producers.

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OPENING BID $200 INCLUDES Wheel of Cheese Serving Board One 750ml Bottle DONORS Comté Cheese Association Champagne Delamotte

WINE AUCTION 2009

X Winery and Amicus Cellars Amicus Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2002 X Winery reaches out to vineyards in Lake County, Carneros and Napa Valley to produce impressive wines that offer good value. Amicus Cellars is reserved for limited edition Napa Valley wines. Only 160 cases of the 2002 Amicus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon were produced; dark, layered and luscious, it is a wine that can be savored or cellared, and the high bidder will have to choose what to do with this Magnum.

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OPENING BID $75 INCLUDES One 1.5-Liter Bottle DONOR Bruce Cunningham, Partner X Winery and Amicus Cellars Napa, California

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12 + 12 + 12 Canihan Family Cellars The Canihan family produces award-winning Pinot Noir, Syrah and Cabernet Franc from its certified organic estate vineyards in the heart of the Sonoma Valley. In addition to Canihan Family Cellars wines, Canihan also produces reserve wines under the Exuberance label. The high bidder will take home a cellar of award-winning Canihan family wines: twelve bottles each of 2006 Canihan Family Cellars Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir, 2005 Exuberance Sonoma Valley Syrah and 2006 Exuberance Sonoma Valley Syrah. Generous and elegant, they are wines to be savored.

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OPENING BID $900 INCLUDES Thirty-Six 750ml Bottles DONOR Bill Canihan, Proprietor Canihan Family Cellars Sonoma, California

WINE AUCTION 2009

Mini-Piano Plus L’Aventure Winery

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In just a dozen years, L’Aventure Winery has evolved from 127 acres of raw potential into one of Paso Robles’ most exciting Rhone-inspired producers. The Wine Advocate bestowed big scores on L’Aventure Winery’s 2006s, and the just-released 2007s may be even better. The high bidder will stock his or her cellar with a mini-piano—one Double Magnum, one Magnum and one bottle—of 2007 L’Aventure Paso Robles Estate Cuvée Red Wine, a blend of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon that is both intense and voluptuous. He or she also is invited to bring up to seven friends to L’Aventure Winery near Paso Robles for a barrel tasting. Winery visit is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.

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OPENING BID $350 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle One 750ml Bottle Barrel Tasting for Eight DONOR Stephan Asseo, Founder L’Aventure Winery Paso Robles, California

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Hands and Hearts Subtitled, “A Passion to Create Great Food and Wine,” this very special limited edition book features 30 original recipes from 15 of the world’s finest chefs, an enlightening section on wine and insights from Robert M. Parker of The Wine Advocate. It was created by Sir Peter and Lady Michael to raise funds for cancer research.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES One Book DONOR Walter B. Menzel, Executive Director Sir Peter and Lady Michael Foundation

WINE AUCTION 2009

California, Oregon, Washington Revana Family Vineyard and the Woodhouse Wine Estates come together with three grand formats that showcase signature California, Oregon and Washington grape varieties. California is represented by an etched Magnum of 2006 Revana St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon, a new release from this impressive producer. From Oregon comes a Magnum of 2006 Alexana Dundee Hills Pinot Noir; Revana Family Winery’s first foray into Oregon, it earned a 92 from The Wine Advocate. Washington’s representative is a wine from the Woodhouse Wine Estates—an etched Double Magnum of 2002 Kennedy Shah Red Mountain Syrah that exhibits intense berry and earth character.

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OPENING BID $350 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONORS Dr. Madaiah Revana, Owner Revana Family Vineyard St. Helena, California Bijal and Sinead Shah, Owners Woodhouse Family Cellars Woodinville, Washington

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Whistler Mountain Stay Up to six (three couples) will discover the breathtaking beauty, thrilling skiing and lively nightlife of Whistler, British Columbia, with this four-day, three-night stay in a ski-in, ski-out luxury condominium located on the Wizard Run in the Upper Village, directly uphill from the Chateau Whistler and the Four Seasons. This newly renovated unit in the Greystone Lodge features two bedrooms plus a loft. The complex has a pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs and a laundry facility in the unit. From winter snow to summer fun, this is a great way to experience Whistler. Stay is to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience and restrictions may apply. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $800 INCLUDES Three-Night Stay for Six DONOR Stephen and Meagan MacKay

WINE AUCTION 2009

Market Insider Revenant After more than 20 years of wine marketing for firms from California to Italy and back, Anthony Knox decided it was time to establish his own label: Revenant. With an assist from Gianni Paoletti of Paoletti Estates Winery, he has created wines that reflect his many and varied influences. The high bidder will take home an etched Magnum and two bottles of 2007 Revenant CuvĂŠe Americaine Napa Valley Red Wine and two bottles of 2006 Revenant Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

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OPENING BID $200 INCLUDES One 1.5-Liter Bottle Four 750ml Bottles DONOR Anthony Knox, Partner Revenant Calistoga, California

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Norm’s Children ZD Wines The late Norm deLeuze, founder of ZD Wines, was a pioneer in several aspects of the wine business, from blending Chardonnay from several locations to achieve a certain style to producing Pinot Noir from vineyards in a little-known location called Carneros. In a sense, the wines in this lot are Norm’s children: five bottles of rich, crisp, complex 2006 ZD Reserve California Chardonnay and six bottles of elegant, charming and multiple gold medal-winning 2007 ZD Founder’s Reserve Carneros Pinot Noir.

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OPENING BID $350 INCLUDES Eleven 750ml Bottles DONOR deLeuze Family, Owners ZD Wines Napa, California

WINE AUCTION 2009

Ready, Set, Go Three Rivers Winery Situated just west of Walla Walla, Washington, Three Rivers Winery produces several impressive wines, none more so than its Boushey Vineyard Syrah. READY for the high bidderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cellar is a Jeroboam of 2006 Three Rivers Boushey Vineyard Yakima Valley Syrah.

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OPENING BID $500

SET to aid exploration into the influence of vintage on Syrah character is a vertical collection in triplicate: three bottles each of 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 Three Rivers Boushey Vineyard Yakima Valley Syrah. Then GO to Three Rivers Winery: six will visit this handsome destination winery for lunch, three holes of golf, a tour of the facility and a complimentary wine tasting. Visit is to be scheduled for the mutual convenience of both parties.

INCLUDES One 5-Liter Bottle Twelve 750ml Bottles Winery Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Six DONOR Duane and Mary Wollmuth, Partners Three Rivers Winery Walla Walla, Washington

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Howell Mountain Beauty The beauty of Howell Mountain, on the eastern side of the Napa Valley, lies both in its picturesque vineyard and redwood-covered slopes and in the mouthfilling yet impressively smooth Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon it produces. The history of W.S. Keyes Vineyard Estate dates back to the 1880s; the excitement over this tiny (fewer than 200 cases per vintage) producer is such that its debut 2003 Merlot sold out before it was released. Included in this lot are rare Magnums of the 2003 and 2004 W.S. Keyes Howell Mountain Merlot. Also included is a Double Magnum of 2003 La Jota Vineyard Company 22nd Anniversary Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, a wine as impressive as the bottle in which it is presented.

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OPENING BID $500 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONOR Jackson Family Wines, Owner W.S. Keyes Vineyard Estate La Jota Vineyard Company Santa Rosa, California

WINE AUCTION 2009

Wine and Art Clos Pegase Winery Just down the road from the town of Calistoga, Clos Pegase is the intersection of wine and art. Here Jan and Mitsuko Shrem have created a winery disguised as an art museum . . . or maybe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the other way around. Clos Pegase invites up to eight guests to enjoy a private tour and tasting that showcases its world-recognized architecture, fine sculpture, art-laden caves and award-winning wines.

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Private tours are limited and must be scheduled in advance. Tour certificate expires on July 24, 2010.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES Tour and Tasting for Eight DONOR Jan and Mitsuko Shrem, Founders Clos Pegase Winery Calistoga, California

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Bordeaux Elegance Château Palmer The producer of Bordeaux’s arguably most elegant wine, Château Palmer also is one of the region’s prettiest estates. Discover both with this generous lot. Begin with two bottles to take home tonight: 1996 Château Palmer and 2000 Alter Ego de Palmer (a second label, but one of impressive quality). The lucky high bidder and five guests (six total) also are invited to visit Château Palmer and have lunch when next in France—a remarkable opportunity, since this historic château is not open to the public. Château visit is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience prior to May 1, 2010. Transportation is not included.

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OPENING BID $400 INCLUDES Two 750 ml Bottles Lunch for Six DONOR Thomas Duroux, Manager Château Palmer Margaux, France

WINE AUCTION 2009

Clean House Treat your home to a complete and comprehensive cleaning by the expert housekeepers from My Sun Valley Home. A total of 24 hours of housekeeping adds up to top to bottom cleaning! The housekeepers are trained, insured, uniformed and come to your home in well-maintained company vehicles.

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OPENING BID $200 INCLUDES Twenty-Four Hours of Housekeeping DONOR My Sun Valley Home

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Big, Bigger, Biggest Three grand format bottles from exceptional producers comprise this generous lot, one that will yield dividends to the high bidder for years and possibly decades. Tor Kenward draws on exceptional vineyards in the Napa Valley and beyond for TOR, his limited production label. The 2006 TOR Beckstoffer To Kalon Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon recently received a score of 96â&#x20AC;&#x201C;100 from The Wine Advocate. It is offered here in a Magnum. At Paradigm Winery, Ren and Marilyn Harris, with the help of winemaker Heidi Peterson Barrett, produce the most wonderful estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel from their vineyard near Oakville. The 2004 Paradigm Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, offered here in a rare Double Magnum, displays beautifully articulated fruit and impressive balance. The high bidder and three guests also are invited for a private tour and tasting at Paradigm Winery when next in the Napa Valley. Geoff and Alison Rusack handcraft wines of distinction and elegance at Rusack Vineyards, located in Santa Barbara Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ballard Canyon. The 2006 Rusack Santa Barbara County Syrah showcases the formidable yet polished character this grape variety achieves in local vineyards. It is offered here in an exceptionally rare Jeroboam, which is etched and hand-painted with vintage Sun Valley artwork.

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OPENING BID $500 INCLUDES One 5-Liter Bottle One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle Tour and Tasting for Four DONORS Tor Kenward, Owner TOR Kenward Family Wines St. Helena, California Ren and Marilyn Harris, Owners Paradigm Winery Oakville, California Geoff and Alison Rusack, Owners Rusack Vineyards Solvang, California

WINE AUCTION 2009

Fraser Vineyard Snake River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 After searching several years for the right spot from which to produce an exceptional Idaho estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Bill Fraser established his vineyard on a ridge top overlooking the Snake River Valley. Fraser Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon shows the rightness of his choice.

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Each of Fraser Vineyard’s first two vintages yielded fewer than 400 cases and received very positive reviews. Named one of the “Twelve Wines You Want in Your Christmas Case” by the Idaho Statesman, the 2006 Fraser Vineyard Snake River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich, smooth character that invites second glasses. The two Magnums offered here are true collectibles.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONOR Bill and Bev Fraser, Owners Fraser Vineyard Boise, Idaho

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It’s in the Bag! A lady cannot have too many purses, and this lot will enhance some lucky lady’s supply. Three purses comprise the lot: a chocolate-brown leather Blush B-Lush journey tote and a brown leather Hobo International purse, plus a JN Plus Paris black quilted bag with braided chain handle.

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OPENING BID $500 INCLUDES Three Purses DONORS Burnsie’s Boca Urban Minx Boutique Ketchum Flower Company

WINE AUCTION 2009

Charles Krug Winery Reserve Generations Napa Valley Red Wine, 2005 With a history spanning nearly 150 years, Charles Krug Winery is an icon in the Napa Valley. Not content to rest on its heritage, Charles Krug Winery today is making very of-the-moment wines. The 2005 Charles Krug Reserve Generations Napa Valley Red Wine is a case in point, showcasing plush yet structured red and black fruit, backed by nutmeg and espresso complexity. This cellar-worthy Magnum is personally autographed by the Peter Mondavi family: Peter Mondavi Sr., Marc C. Mondavi and Peter Mondavi Jr.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES One 1.5-Liter Bottle DONOR Peter Mondavi Family, Owners Charles Krug Winery St. Helena, California

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Grand Piano Raymond Vineyards The Raymond family established Raymond Vineyards near St. Helena in 1971, but the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Napa Valley history goes back to the 1870s. The limited edition Raymond Vineyards Generations Cabernet Sauvignon is a tribute to five generations of Raymond family winemaking in the Napa Valley. This grand piano of 2005 Raymond Generations Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon consists of one Imperial, one Double Magnum, one Magnum and one bottle, and will enable the high bidder to follow the evolution of this fine vintage for decades.

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OPENING BID $700 INCLUDES One 6-Liter Bottle One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle One 750ml Bottle DONOR Raymond Family, Owners Raymond Vineyards St. Helena, California

WINE AUCTION 2009

Duende Wines Clement Hills Tempranillo, 2007 Duende Wines produces premium wines in small quantities, often focusing on lesser known grape varieties. Tempranillo is a major grape in Spain and the primary component of Rioja. The 2007 Duende Clement Hills Tempranillo comes from a small vineyard east of Lodi and showcases a more intense, flamboyant character than its Spanish counterparts. This offering of a Magnum and two bottles may be your only opportunity to purchase this wine, as Duende Wines currently has a waiting list to get on its mailing list.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES One 1.5-Liter Bottle Two 750ml Bottles DONOR Jeremy Spring, Partner Duende Wines Healdsburg, California

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The Write Stuff Coming August 21–24, 2009 to the Sun Valley Resort, the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference celebrates its 14th year with a stellar schedule of talks and readings by some of the finest writers working today. Scheduled to make presentations this year are such notables as Booker Prize–winning novelist Ian McEwan, civil rights leader Vernon Jordan, humorist Roy Blount Jr., New Yorker writer and prize-winning author Philip Gourevitch and Pulitzer Prize–winners Annette Gordon-Reed and W.S. Merwin. The high bidder and a guest will enjoy reserved seats at one of the 14 talks and readings during the Conference.

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OPENING BID $50 INCLUDES Two Reserve Seat Tickets to One Talk DONOR Sun Valley Writers’ Conference

WINE AUCTION 2009

Champagne Wishes Realized Perrier-Jouët Perrier-Jouët Fleur de Champagne, with its famous flower-painted bottle, ranks among the most popular Champagnes in the world. If you have Champagne dreams (and who doesn’t?) this is your lot. Included is a Perrier-Jouët Fleur de Champagne gift set that holds a bottle of 2000 Perrier-Jouët Fleur de Champagne and two painted flutes, plus a Magnum of 1999 Perrier-Jouët Fleur de Champagne and a Jeroboam (3-Liter) of 1996 Perrier-Jouët Fleur de Champagne.

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OPENING BID $650 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle One 750ml Bottle Two Painted Flutes DONOR Pernod Ricard USA

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Sawtooth Winery Idaho Syrah, 2005 A multiple medal winner in competition, the 2005 Sawtooth Idaho Syrah exhibits fresh fruit character and delicate spice. The rare, beautifully etched Double Magnum offered here is one of only a handful produced.

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OPENING BID $150 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle DONOR Corus Estates & Vineyards Nampa, Idaho

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Bonzer Australian Reds

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"Bonzer" is Australian slang for "really good" and describes these Australian wines perfectly. The two Magnums of 2004 Parker Coonawarra Estate First Growth Cabernet Sauvignon come from a property so exacting, it refuses to release wines that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t meet its high standards. Two Magnums of 2004 Mount Langi Ghiran "Langi" Victoria Shiraz come from one of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great estates, where Shiraz develops impressive fruit and classic pepper character. To enable the high bidder to really experience the Mount Langi Shirazes, the lot also includes a rare vertical collection in sextuplicate (hey, it could be a word): six bottles each of 2000, 2003, 2004 and 2005 Mount Langi Ghiran "Langi" Victoria Shiraz.

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OPENING BID $1,000 INCLUDES Four 1.5-Liter Bottles Twenty-Four 750ml Bottles DONOR Rathbone Wine Group

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Cat Cora in the Kitchen Take home an autographed copy of noted chef, restaurateur and "Iron Chef" Cat Coraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest cookbook, Cooking from the Hip: Fast, Easy, Phenomenal Meals.

148 SILENT LOTS

OPENING BID $25 INCLUDES One Book DONOR Cat Cora

WINE AUCTION 2009

Michael~David Winery Earthquake Lodi Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 Michael~David Winery may show a sense of humor with labels like 7 Deadly Zins and Earthquake, but its wines are seriously good. The 2005 Earthquake shows just how fine a Cabernet from Lodi can be. This big, bold wine is offered here in a big, bold and seldom seen Double Magnum.

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OPENING BID $140 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle DONOR Michael and David Phillips, Owners Michael~David Winery Lodi, California

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Chardonnay and Pilates Strengthen your core, increase your flexibility and enhance your balance with authentic Pilates, in a Romano-certified Pilates session for two with Mitra Boloix. The reward is a relaxing glass of 2006 Frenchman’s Gulch Yakima Valley Chardonnay, with the high bidder going home with a case.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES Pilates Session for Two Twelve 750ml Bottles DONORS Mitra Boloix Steve and Tracey McCarthy, Vintners Frenchman’s Gulch Winery Ketchum, Idaho

WINE AUCTION 2009

The Spanish Cellar Spain has become one of the most exciting wine producing countries in the world, thanks to an abundance of wines that are unique, delicious and good values. Catch that excitement with this Spanish cellar: twelve bottles of 2006 Spanish Quarter Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo, twelve bottles of 2006 Spanish Quarter Chardonnay-Albari単o and six bottles of Legaris Ribera del Duero Crianza.

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OPENING BID $200 INCLUDES Thirty 750ml Bottles DONOR AV Brands Baltimore, Maryland

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Spanish Sparklers Codorníu has been making sparkling wine in Spain for more than 120 years and is now the largest sparkling wine producer in the world. Celebrate big milestones and small ones (like a Friday night in March) with six bottles of festive Codorníu Cava Pinot Noir Brut and six bottles of rich, complex Codorníu Cava Reserva Ravento’s Brut.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES Twelve 750ml Bottles DONOR Domaine Napa Wine Company

WINE AUCTION 2009

A Taste of Napa Housed in one of Napaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest commercial buildings, Vintners Collective serves as the tasting room for more than a dozen local wineries, from promising newcomers to hard-to-find labels. Six are invited to enjoy a private tasting at Vintners Collective when next in the Napa Valley.

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OPENING BID $150 INCLUDES Tasting for Six DONOR Vintners Collective Napa Valley

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Fore for Four Situated just north of Ketchum, Bigwood at Thunder Spring offers golfers breathtaking views and challenging yet rewarding golf that will invigorate your game and inspire your soul. Four will indulge in 18 holes of golf on this beautiful course designed by golf architect Robert Muir Graves. Afterward, the foursome will enjoy dinner and a bottle of wine at Bigwood Grill, which serves delicious American fare and offers both indoor and outdoor dining.

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OPENING BID $250 INCLUDES Round of Golf for Four Dinner for Four One 750ml Bottle DONOR Bigwood at Thunder Spring Bigwood Grill, Bob and Jolie Dunn

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Avventura Vintners Unique, delicious and loaded with fruit, California Bubble Works is a crisp sparkling rosé of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, produced by the time-honored méthode champenoise. These twelve bottles will enable the high bidder to enjoy this foodfriendly and approachable sparkler often.

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OPENING BID $150 INCLUDES Twelve 750ml Bottles DONOR Susan Passovoy and Robert Kaplan, Owners California Bubble Works Avventura Vintners Sun Valley, Idaho

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Wente Vineyards Charles Wetmore Livermore Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Bearing the name of a 19th century Livermore Valley wine pioneer, the 2006 Wente Charles Wetmore Livermore Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is the wineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest expression of Cabernet Sauvignon and highlights the exceptional quality this grape can achieve in the Livermore Valley. Careful barrel aging and blending give this delicious wine forward fruit, delicate complexity and uncommon smoothness. It is offered here in a Double Magnum.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle DONOR Wente Family, Owners Wente Vineyards Livermore, California

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The Morning Cup This sleek white and silver Saeco Venus eight-cup coffer maker with double-walled ceramic carafe is perfect for enjoying coffee anywhere in the home. It comes with two beautiful mugs and two pounds of Starbucks coffee. A must for the coffee lover!

157 SILENT LOTS

OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES Coffee Maker Two Cups Two Pounds of Coffee DONOR Starbucks Coffee Company Ketchum, Idaho

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Renwood Winery Old Vine Amador County Zinfandel, 2005 Set amid ancient Zinfandel vines in Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sierra foothills, Renwood Winery handcrafts an impressive array of wines. Offered here in a Double Magnum, the 2005 Renwood Old Vine Amador County Zinfandel is fresh and fruity, with delightful berry and spice.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle DONOR Renwood Winery Plymouth, California

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Riedel Decanter The sensuous, serpentine curves of Riedel’s new lead crystal, mouth-blown EVE decanter are not only seductive but functional. The design double-decants your wine as it flows through the coiled shape. Serving becomes a performance as the decanter is rotated 360 degrees to pour the wine.

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OPENING BID $350

The EVE decanter, designed by Maximilian Riedel in 2008, is a tribute to the family’s matriarch, Eva Riedel. Each EVE decanter is free blown by a master glass blower in Austria and is a unique work of art. Handsomely packaged in Riedel’s signature black and red box, the EVE decanter comes with an instructional DVD narrated by Maximilian Riedel that explains the pouring technique and cleaning instructions. Decanting young wines hours before they are served gives them the opportunity to bloom and soften. The EVE decanter achieves these same results immediately, by allowing maximum effect of oxygen on the wine, which liberates the aromas, intensifies the fruitiness of the mid-palate and rounds out the texture.

INCLUDES One Decanter DONOR Georg Riedel, Owner Riedel Glass Austria

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Two from Argentina A range of impressive red wines is now being imported from Argentina, especially Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon from the Mendoza region. Get to know two of these very appealing wines with this lot: a Magnum each of 2005 Carlos Basso Reservado Mendoza Malbec and 2005 Carlos Basso Reservado Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon.

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OPENING BID $100 INCLUDES Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONOR Southern Wine Group

WINE AUCTION 2009

Chardonnay, Cabernet and Champagne . . . Oh, My! A selection of thirty-six bottles to get the high bidder through the hot, sun-kissed summer and well into the crisp, snowbedecked winter. Twelve bottles each of 2006 Sonoma-Cutrer Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, 2007 Bonterra North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon (both cultivated using biodynamic techniques) and NV Korbel California Brut Champagne comprise the lot.

161 SILENT LOTS

OPENING BID $300 INCLUDES Thirty-Six 750ml Bottles DONORS Brown-Forman Beverage Company Sonoma-Cutrer Wines Bonterra Vineyards Korbel Champagne Cellars

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Big Bottles for Current Drinking These three big bottles can—and probably should—be appreciated now, without additional cellaring. The 2002 Conte di Bregonzo Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is light and pleasant, even in this impressive Double Magnum. The 2000 Saviez Napa Valley Zinfandel—presented here in a rare Magnum—shows polished Claret-style fruit and grace. Last but not least, the 1993 Per Sempre Select Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon displays complex currant, leather and cedar character. It is offered here in Magnum.

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OPENING BID $250 INCLUDES One 3-Liter Bottle Two 1.5-Liter Bottles DONOR Joseph T. Gennaro

WINE AUCTION 2009

A CIA Mission Booked In this case, CIA stands for Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, the Napa Valley campus of the world’s premier culinary college. The CIA’s Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant—a great place to dine— will host two for lunch or dinner. And the book Hands and Hearts, subtitled "A Passion to Create Food and Wine," is a very special limited edition featuring 30 original recipes from 15 of the world’s finest chefs, with an enlightening section on wine and insights from Robert M. Parker of The Wine Advocate. It was created by the Sir Peter and Lady Michael Foundation to raise funds for cancer research.

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An advance reservation is strongly encouraged and alcohol, tax and gratuity are not included. Certificate expires July 25, 2010.

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OPENING BID $200 INCLUDES Lunch or Dinner for Two One Book DONORS Culinary Institute of America at Greystone Walter B. Menzel, Executive Director Sir Peter and Lady Michael Foundation

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Two of a Kind The Middleton family has been involved in forestry since the late 1800s and in agriculture for more than 20 years, but Rick Middleton founded Clayhouse Wines on land just east of Paso Robles only a few years ago. Since the first vintage in 2004, Clayhouse has produced a series of very impressive vintages. In 2006 the Middleton family established Cadaretta Winery near Walla Walla, Washington, with the goal of producing equally impressive wines with grapes from the Columbia Valley. The 2004 Clayhouse Hillside CuvĂŠe Paso Robles Red Wine is a blend of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. This generous red showcases ripe black fruit, chocolate and earth and is offered here in a rare Double Magnum. The 2006 Cadaretta Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, from the wineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s debut vintage, shows elegant, balanced plum and cassis character. A rare wine, it is offered here in an etched Double Magnum.

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OPENING BID $200 INCLUDES Two 3-Liter Bottles DONORS Rick Middleton, Proprietor Clayhouse Wines Paso Robles, California Middleton Family, Owners Cadaretta Winery Walla Walla, Washington

WINE AUCTION 2009

As we conclude the celebration of the 28th Annual Sun Valley Center Wine Auction, we toast all who participated this year with their donations, with their presence and with their generous bids. THANK YOU!

WINE AUCTION 2010 SAVE THE DATE JULY 22–24 Sharon and Bill Shubin, 2010 Wine Auction Chairs

Sun Valley Center for the Arts Ketchum, 191 Fifth Street East • Hailey, 314 Second Avenue South Mailing Address: Post Office Box 656, Sun Valley, Idaho 83353 Phone: 208.726.9491 • www.sunvalleycenter.org

Sun Valley Center for the Arts Ketchum: 191 Fifth Street East Hailey: 314 Second Avenue South Mailing Address: Post Office Box 656 Sun Valley, Idaho 83353 Phone: 208.726.9491 www.sunvalleycenter.org