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Broadening children’s horizons
Inspiring lifelong learning
Enhancing arts education for youth
Making it all possible
For almost 40 years the Sun Valley Center for the Arts has played an essential role in enriching the lives of people who live in and visit the Wood River Valley. By presenting top talents of both national and international acclaim in the visual arts, performing arts and humanities, The Center brings the world to this mountain community. The intimate scale of these programs and the personal interactions people have with the artists produces transformative experiences for audiences. Our valley’s children also benefit from working directly with the professional musicians, authors and artists we bring into the schools. By participating in the Wine Auction, you fuel this legacy of excellence, inspiration and lifelong learning. Thank you for joining us this summer and sharing in the excitement and satisfaction of being At The Center of making it all possible.
Sun Valley Center for the Arts Board of Directors
2010 Wine Auction Committee
Trina Peters, Board President
Sharon and Bill Shubin, Wine Auction Chairs
Mark Caraluzzi Susan Cohen Dr. Bonni Curran John Gaeddert Tod R. Hamachek Lawrence Helzel Sonya Johnston Kathy Jones Karl Krekow Jeanne Meyers Sara Nelson Adrian Norris Wendy Pesky Linda Potter Ann Puchner Robin Reiners Jennifer Roberts Carol Scheifele-Holmes Kevin Stuessi Gail Thornton Jack Thornton Shelley Williams Tim Wolff
Nicole Brown Susan Cohen LeeAnn Fairfield Jim Figge Sandra Fisher Lawrence Helzel Kathy Jones Adrian Norris Trina Peters Ann Puchner Jennifer Roberts Peter Roberts Carol Scheifele-Holmes Kevin Stuessi Gail Thornton David Wilson Trish Wilson Tim Wolff
Staff Bill Ryberg, Executive Director Christl Holzl, Wine Auction Director Kristin Poole, Artistic Director Sally Boettger, Director of Development Kristine Bretall, Director of Marketing Courtney Gilbert, Curator of Visual Arts Britt Udesen, Director of Education & Humanities Matt Connor, Events Manager Emilee Farber, Wine Auction Coordinator Kathleen Fergus, Organization & Executive Director Assistant Sarah Kolash, Program Coordinator Kathryn McNeal, Campaign Coordinator Angela Tsai, Organization & Executive Director Assistant Shawnee Brew, Summer Intern Rachel Kaufman, Wine Auction Intern
A Message from our Executive Director Welcome to the Sun Valley Center for the Arts 2010 Wine Auction. This is our 29th year of presenting an event with a rich history of offering outstanding wine, wonderful food and the opportunity to make and enhance friendships. Thanks to you, this great tradition continues to flourish and prosper! The mission of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts is “to provoke and stimulate the imagination while opening hearts and minds through excellence in diverse arts programming.” We do this 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, The Center relies on the generosity of our donors, and more specifically, you, our Wine Auction patrons. More than half of our funding comes directly from the Wine Auction, and this year your impact is as essential as ever. Arts education is a major part of what we do at The Center. We are committed to partnering 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 that are offered free of charge to students and teachers. In addition to in-school programs, The Center provides a robust scholarship program that has given more than $375,000 to over 225 local students and educators since 1999. The majority of funds for scholarships come directly from the Wine Auction. Your attendance, participation and bidding on auction items impacts the lives of children, adults and an entire community in profound and enduring ways. Thank you in advance for your generosity this weekend. We are extremely grateful for your attendance, your love of the arts and your belief that the arts are a crucial part of all of our lives. Please enjoy the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction weekend—and raise those paddles high!
Bill Ryberg, Executive Director, Sun Valley Center for the Arts
Thank You to
Bill and Sharon Shubin Bill and Sharon Shubin are very familiar faces to the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction, as they have been active supporters of our event since the very beginning. In fact, they have only missed two Wine Auctions in 29 years! We are extremely grateful for their leadership and support of this year’s auction. As world travelers and attendees of some of the finest wine auctions across the country, Bill and Sharon have helped us secure many innovative, unique and exceptional lots for bidders to win at this year’s event. The Shubins are also wonderful ambassadors for Sun Valley wherever they travel and have recruited many new and longtime friends to attend the 2010 Wine Auction. This weekend’s success is due in large part to their inspirational leadership and guidance. Please join us in thanking Bill and Sharon for their commitment to our community and to the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. We are honored to have them as Chairpersons of the 2010 Wine Auction.
Thank You to our
Wine Auction Underwriters
Lexus is pleased to be a Sponsor of the 29th Annual Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction. Over the past twenty-one years, Lexus has been driven by the passionate pursuit of perfection to create the world’s finest luxury automobiles. It is this same commitment and passion that drives the Sun Valley Center for the Arts in its mission to stimulate and provoke the imagination through diverse arts programming. The Sun Valley Center for the Arts has enhanced the lives of many, and Lexus is proud to support this valuable organization.
GUEST CHEFS Christopher Kostow The chef of a Michelin-starred restaurant before the age of 30, Christopher Kostow takes a thoughtful approach to food that belies his age. Masterfully blending contemporary French cuisine with the farm-to-table tradition, Christopher creates a transcendent experience for diners every night at The Restaurant at Meadowood in Napa Valley. He has introduced dishes that draw on the bounty of the seasons while taking a disciplined approach to modern French fare. Upon arriving at Meadowood in February 2008, Christopher garnered four stars in the San Francisco Chronicle, maintained two Michelin stars, was nominated for Best Chef: Pacific by the James Beard Foundation and was named as one of FOOD & WINE magazine’s Best New Chefs 2009.
Beau MacMillan As executive chef of Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain and its signature restaurant, elements, Beau MacMillan inspires his staff with his passion for fresh ingredients. His ingenuity in the kitchen is stimulated by his belief that food should not be overworked, but rather appreciated for its simplicity and natural perfection. This philosophy is evident in Beau’s innovative seasonal menus that focus on fresh, local ingredients procured from a network of artisans and organic farmers. A graduate of Johnson and Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, Beau has cooked in some of America’s most distinguished kitchens from Massachusetts to Florida and the West Coast. In 1998 he moved to Arizona, where he developed the cuisine at The Ranch on Camelback, which later became Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain. Together with former executive chef Charles Wiley, he opened elements restaurant in March 2001. In 2006, Beau competed (and won) against chef Bobby Flay on Iron Chef America (“Battle American Kobe Beef”). He served as co-host of the Food Network’s hit series Worst Cooks in America and has appeared several times on NBC’s Today Show.
Riedel Wine Symposium with Maximilian Riedel
Maximilian Josef Riedel, 11th generation glassmaker, is CEO of Riedel Crystal America. Born in Vienna, Maximilian joined the family business at the age of 20, training in sales and administration. He introduced Riedel into the Dubai market and then spent two years in Paris with Riedel and its French importer, Ercuis, where he managed sales and conducted tastings. Since taking the reins of the U.S. operation, Maximilian has quadrupled Riedel’s sales in the U.S. and Canada, making them the company’s largest export markets. Always on the go, he frequently travels to conduct glass tastings where consumers and the trade can experience firsthand why the glass makes a difference in wine enjoyment. His charm, quick wit and depth of knowledge have made him a sought after speaker at wine festivals and tastings. In 2009, Maximilian, along with his father, Georg Riedel (10th generation), introduced over 7,000 people to the Riedel-glass tasting experience. Maximilian introduced Riedel Restaurant in 2001 exclusively for restaurants that wanted to provide their guests a 3-star wine experience along with a 3-star food experience. Just a few years later, in 2004, he created the sometimes-controversial Riedel “O” stemless tumbler, which became the most successful new collection in Riedel’s history. Since the series debut, the “O” Chardonnay glass was selected for the permanent collection at the Corning Museum of Glass. Not content to only design stemware, Maximilian has also created a number of awardwinning decanters. His first, Cornetto, was inspired by the graceful neck of a swan and has become a sommelier favorite over the years. Next came the ergonomic “O” decanter, whose design balances effortlessly in the hand and won the prestigious Good Design award for outstanding industrial design presented by the Chicago Athenaeum. Following a trip to Venice in 2007, Maximilian collaborated with his father on three dramatic decanters representing birds in flight—Swan, Paloma and Flamingo; and in 2009 Swan was chosen as a winner of the Red Dot Award for product design. Continuing to push the boundaries of design while remaining true to Riedel’s “form follows function” philosophy, Maximilian designed the innovative cobra-like Eve decanter in 2008, which now holds a patent from the German government. Exotically shaped and crafted to enhance wine enjoyment to the max, Eve double decants wine as the liquid flows into and out of the coils, achieving hours of decanting in just moments. Recently, Maximilian spearheaded partnerships with two renowned U.S. art and design schools, Parsons The New School for Design and Pratt Institute, as a way to develop new products and designs for Riedel's lifestyle brand, Nachtmann, while at the same time providing students with a real world design experience.
A living legacy of community support
Wells Fargo Private Bank is proud to continue our tradition of strong community partnership by saluting Sun Valley Center for the Arts. We’re also proud of our long legacy of working with our clients to provide tailored, objective guidance towards reaching their financial goals. For over 150 years, we’ve helped families build, manage, preserve and transition their wealth in a way that’s helped bring their financial vision to life.
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Wine Symposium
“The Power of Pinot” with Master Sommelier Fred Dame Fred Dame brings an impressive blend of experience, expertise and enthusiasm to the world of wine and cuisine. He is the first American to have served as President of the Court of Master Sommeliers Worldwide and is currently the President of the Guild of Sommeliers Education Foundation. In his role as Vice-President, Luxury Sales, Foster’s Wine Estates Americas he directs the domestic sales of fine wine brands including Etude, Beringer, Penfolds and Stags’ Leap. One of just 105 Americans to have passed the Master Sommelier examination, Fred was the first to successfully pass all three parts in a single year. This feat and his high score won him the coveted Krug Cup of the British Guild of Sommeliers in 1984. Fred founded the American Branch of the Court of Master Sommeliers in 1986 and has played an active role in the expansion of the Master Sommelier program throughout America since that time. As Cellarmaster of The Sardine Factory in Monterey, California, for twelve years, Fred created a wine list that won the Wine Spectator Grand Award and turned the restaurant into a wine destination restaurant of world renown. He was awarded the Antonin Careme Medal and was made a Supreme Knight of the Knights of the Vine in 2000. He was elected to the prestigious National Restaurant Association College of Diplomates in 2004. In 2006 he received Santé magazine’s Wine Professional of the Year as well as Starwine’s Lifetime Achievement Award. A sixth generation Californian, Fred graduated from Washington and Lee University with a degree in journalism and communications. A European trip after high school piqued his curiosity about wine and food. Since then, he has applied his considerable persuasive skills to the service and appreciation of fine wine.
Thank You to our
Wine Auction Sponsors
Thank you to the following for their generous participation
Distributors BRJ Cellars Hayden Beverage J.W. Thornton Imports Nouveaux Distributing Company S&C Importers and Distributors Tastevin Wine
Individuals & Businesses Atkinsons' Markets Matt Bogue Nina Fox Tim Johnson Trina Peters Tom & Sharon Pyle Peter & Jennifer Roberts Bill & Sharon Shubin Mr. & Mrs. Orrin Sage Wightman, III and the Dula Foundation Trish & David Wilson
Housing Sponsors & Hosts Aston Hotels & Resorts, Sun Valley Sandra & Chip Fisher Mike Howard Wilson & Lisa McElhinny Molly & Dave McGary ResortQuest Sun Valley Lois Rosen Gail & Jack Thornton Tim & Robin Wolff
Auctioneer David Reynolds Returning for his 28th consecutive appearance, David Reynolds again lights up the stage on behalf of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. He charms, cajoles and entertains with spontaneous one-liners— and along the way, he has transformed the role of fundraising auctioneer into performance art, with his own distinctive signature. His San Francisco firm, Reynolds & Buckley, LLC, annually raises in excess of $25 million for charities. Their client list is nationwide, and David’s events have been in Wine Spectator’s list of Top 10 Charity Auctions for years. In addition to the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction, the roster includes Auction Napa Valley, Auction of Washington Wines and the Central Coast Wine Classic. 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. In addition to arts groups such as the Sun Valley Center, there are health care and research efforts, schools, museums, orchestras, children’s charities and other deserving causes. Despite his love of the grape, his events are not limited to wine fundraisers. He also lifts his gavel to offer fine art, travel, dining, sports and a myriad of other items for charity events. 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 is also a proven expert on the theater and science that make a fundraising auction effective. The lively blogs that regularly appear on www.reynolds-buckley.com provide not only insights into life on the auction circuit, but also 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, who is again appearing with David on stage tonight. Ed Gold, a bright and rising star on the circuit, completes the firm’s talented auctioneer/consultant triumvirate.
Auctioneer Greg Quiroga Sharing the stage with his mentor, David Reynolds, Greg Quiroga returns for his fourth action-packed year raising his gavel on behalf of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. Since joining Reynolds & Buckley in 2004, Greg has emerged as a dynamic force on the national fundraising auction circuit. His onstage blend of humor, passion and quick wit continue to endear him to auction crowds across the country. 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. “In the past six years I have worked with Greg, I have realized that he is nothing short of a miracle worker. His auctioneering talent and expertise are the best, bar none, and I wouldn’t dream of having an auction without him," says Patricia Colin, Director of Development, International School of the Peninsula (California). 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.
Thank You to our
Wine Auction Picnic & Concert Sponsors
THE CHOCOLATE MOOSE usable art • edible fun
Volunteers You have heard it before, but believe us, it really is the truth—this event would not be possible without our wonderful volunteers! All 150 of them! From stuffing envelopes to picking up the last bit of trash from the picnic, these terrific people set the highest possible standard for community service. Many of these volunteers have been with us for a long time, and others are new to the event. The amazing efforts of these generous people create a magical and fun atmosphere that certainly contributes to the Wine Auction’s success. Whatever the role or however long they’ve served, by donating their time and talent all volunteers play an important part in helping raise the funds that enable the Sun Valley Center to provide exceptional arts and educational experiences to the community. If you have the opportunity, take a moment to notice the person checking you in, serving you at the picnic, or assisting at the auction. They, like you, are contributing to a worthy cause by helping to make this incredible series of events possible. Thank you, volunteers!
Limelight Room C at Sun Valley Inn Wine Symposia Site
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Warm Springs Ranch
(Wine Auction Picnic & Concert Site—Please take free Champagne Shuttle from Picnic Shuttle Lot unless you have purchased a Picnic Parking Pass. There is no parking at or near the picnic site.)
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Schedule of Events Thursday, July 22
Saturday, July 24
Registration and Auction Lot Viewing
Winners’ Brunch
10:00 am – 5:00 pm Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley
9:30 am – 11:30 am Cristina’s Restaurant, Ketchum Featuring Adriano Adami Bosco di Gica Brut
Dinners with the Vintners 7:00 pm Private homes in the valley Cocktail attire, jacket recommended
Collect Auction Lot Purchases 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley
Friday, July 23
Wine Symposium "The Power of Pinot" with Master Sommelier Fred Dame
Registration and Auction Lot Viewing
11:30 am – 1:00 pm Sun Valley Inn, Limelight C, Sun Valley
10:00 am – 3:00 pm Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley
Wine Tasting Extravaganza
Riedel Wine Symposium with Maximilian Riedel
12:30 pm – 3:00 pm Under the big tent at Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley
11:30 am – 1:00 pm Sun Valley Inn, Limelight C, Sun Valley
Wine Auction Picnic & Concert
Wine Auction Gala 5:30 pm Dinner, Live and Silent Auction, dancing under the big tent at Dollar Mountain, Sun Valley Featuring Adriano Adami Bosco di Gica Brut Cocktail attire, jacket recommended
Junior Patron Party 6:30 pm at SEGO Restaurant & Bar, Ketchum 9:00 pm entrance to Wine Auction Gala
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Warm Springs Ranch, Ketchum Music by Clinton Curtis
Dinners 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.
Andrews Residence Hosted by John & Sue Andrews Lindstrom Wines, Greg & Carol Lindstrom, Proprietors ZD Wines, Rosa Lee deLeuze, Proprietor Chef Chris Kastner, CK’s Real Food
Booth Residence Hosted by Debbe & Spike Booth Cardinale, Christopher Carpenter, Winemaker Chef Constantinos Laliotitis, Cardinale
Brown Residence Hosted by Rufus & Liz Brown, Pat Aluisi and Donna Solimene Domaine Serene, Grace Evenstad, Proprietor Leonetti Cellar, Gary & Nancy Figgins, Proprietors Chef Sue Zemanick, Gautreau’s
Heinz Residence Hosted by Teresa Heinz & Senator John Kerry Long Shadows Vintners, Allen Shoup, Proprietor Meteor Vineyard, Dawnine & Bill Dyer, Winemakers Chef Cristina Cook, Cristina’s Restaurant
McGary Residence A Wells Fargo Private Bank Dinner Hosted by Dave & Molly McGary Landmark Vineyards, Mary & Mike Colhoun, Proprietors Silver Oak Cellars, Tim Duncan, Proprietor Chefs Barbara Young & Heinz Schlosser, Catering Company, Inc.
Mott Residence Hosted by Tim Mott & Ann Jones and Tim & Robin Wolff Gemstone Vineyard, Michael & Carole Marks, Proprietors Lachini Vineyards, Ron & Marianne Lachini, Proprietors Chef Beau MacMillan, elements restaurant, Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain
Murphy Residence A Wells Fargo Private Bank Dinner Hosted by Cynthia & Kingsley Murphy Grassi Wine Company, Mark & Jami Grassi, Proprietors Halleck Vineyard, Ross Halleck, Proprietor Chef Becky Ludwig, At Your Place
Nelson Residence Hosted by Kipp Nelson and Allyn Stewart CADE and Plumpjack Winery, Anthony Biaggi, Winemaker Kelleher Family Vineyard, Craig Becker, Winemaker Chef Anne Gingrass-Paik, Brix Restaurant and Gardens
Rosen Residence Hosted by Lois Rosen Rombauer Vineyards, KR Rombauer, Proprietor Staglin Family Vineyard, Garen & Shari Staglin, Proprietors Chef Christopher Kostow, The Restaurant at Meadowood
Vogel Residence A Wells Fargo Private Bank Dinner Hosted by Jill & Fred Vogel Booker Vineyard, Eric Jensen, Proprietor & Winemaker Trefethen Family Vineyards, Janet & John Trefethen, Proprietors Chef Taite Pearson, SEGO Restaurant & Bar
Weiss Residence
Hosted by Penny & Dick Weiss HALL Wines, Kathryn Hall, Proprietor Hedges Family Estate, Tom & Anne-Marie Hedges, Proprietors Chef Jeff Keys, Vintage Restaurant
Wilson Residence
Hosted by David & Trish Wilson and Lud & Bixie Renick Chappellet Vineyard, Cyril & Blakesley Chappellet, Proprietors Matthews Estate, Aryn Morell, Winemaker Mark & Tracey Caraluzzi, CIRO restaurant & wine bar
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 wine’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 manufacture—the equivalent of approximately seventeen to twenty 750ml bottles.
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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.
Half Barrel
A half barrel holds one hundred twenty 750ml bottles of wine, the equivalent of ten cases of twelve such bottles.
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Magnum Case
This term refers to a group of six 1.5-liter magnum bottles, each bottle the equivalent of two 750ml bottles.
Barrel
A full barrel holds two hundred forty 750ml bottles of wine, the equivalent of twenty cases of twelve such bottles.
Featured Auction Dinner Wines The Sun Valley Center for the Arts would like to recognize the wine producers listed on the following pages for donating the wines being poured at every table during tonight’s auction dinner. We thank them for their generosity and their contribution to the success of our 29th Wine Auction.
Adriano Adami
Established in 1920 on land considered some of the finest in the Veneto for producing Prosecco, Adriano Adami today is one of the leading producers of this elegant, slightly sweet Italian sparkling wine. Three generations have contributed to Adami’s success over the years by establishing relationships with growers in the top Prosecco regions of Valdobbiadene, Cartizze and Conegliano and utilizing the most modern winemaking technology and equipment, all to produce outstanding wines. One of the benchmarks of the region, Adami Prosecco is now an international brand, enjoyed around the world by those who appreciate fine wine. This sparkling wine is donated by Adriano Adami, Armando and Franco Adami, Cobertaldo di Vidor, Treviso, Italy. About the Wine: Adriano Adami Bosco di Gica Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Fresh, elegant and engaging, this lively wine captures the essence of Prosecco. Peach, apple and pear are evident on the floral aromas and fresh, light-bodied flavors. With generous sparkle, subtle sweetness and refreshing acidity, it is a versatile wine that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with casual fare.
Arkenstone Vineyards
The Arkenstone Vineyards story begins in the 1980s, when Ron and Susan Krausz fell in love with a wild and undeveloped piece of land on the slopes of Howell Mountain overlooking the Napa Valley. The promise of the site as a place to grow exceptional grapes eventually convinced the couple to take the plunge, and in 1998 they planted the first blocks of an organically farmed estate vineyard that now encompasses 12 acres. In 2005 they began the process of building a small winery and aging cave on the property, and in 2006 brought winemaker Sam Kaplan on board. Arkenstone Vineyards—named for an incomparable gem mentioned in The Hobbit—debuted with the 2006 Arkenstone Howell Mountain Sauvignon Blanc. Today Arkenstone Vineyards produces small bottlings of extraordinary Howell Mountain Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc and Obsidian, a proprietary Cabernet Sauvignon–based red blend. About the Wines: 2007 Arkenstone Howell Mountain Sauvignon Blanc Aromatics of green apple, wet stone, flint and subtle spring flowers greet the nose that approaches this elegant, rich Sauvignon Blanc. Full yet soft in the mouth, its dominant citrus zest flavor opens to reveal undertones of honeyed lemongrass, almond, papaya, kiwi and ripe Haogen melon. Beautifully balanced and structurally complex, it unfolds in layers that continue through a very long, crisp finish. Aged sur lee in both French oak barrels and stainless steel for nearly a year and bottle-aged an additional year prior to release, this Sauvignon Blanc has richness and complexity that can be appreciated both as an aperitif and as an accompaniment to great food. 2006 Arkenstone Obsidian Howell Mountain Red Wine This first release of Obsidian celebrates the years of planning, planting and maturation of the vines at Arkenstone. Well worth the wait, this luscious structured beauty reveals sweet aromatics of macerated cherry, brambleberry, cassis, fig and black licorice, with
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underlying notes of black truffle, earth and clove. On the palate, Obsidian displays equally vivid fruit, depth and complexity. Supple tannins, satiny soft mouthfeel and exceptional balance combine to create an extremely long and elegant finish. Showing beautifully now, it will also cellar well into the next two decades.
Donelan Family Wines
Since 2000, Joe Donelan and his family have been on a wonderful journey. After many years of enjoying and learning about fine wines from others, they had the opportunity to get involved on a deeper level as founders of their own boutique winery. First as Pax Wines and now as Donelan Family Wines, they have explored vineyard sites and Rhone grape varieties to find greatness and express it in wines that define terroir. They look forward to your company as the journey continues. About the Wine: 2008 Donelan Walker Vine Hill Vineyard Russian River Valley Syrah Pure plums and blueberry provide a dark “blue” core for other components like smoke and flint to complement. The aromas are enticing and seductive, with tremendous purity. Silky and smooth, this multilayered, multidimensional Syrah encourages second and third glasses. Almost impossible to resist now and for the next five years, but with the promise to evolve well beyond that time frame.
Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery
Located in the heart of the Willamette Valley, Oregon’s premier wine grape region, Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery is dedicated to growing exceptional Pinot Noir grapes and producing exceptional Pinot Noir wines. Beginning in 2000, Elkhorn Ridge established 21 acres of estate vineyards near Monmouth, Oregon, utilizing several different rootstocks in combination with various Pommard and Dijon clones. Very close vine spacing and dry farming limit vine yields, but result in grapes of exceptional character. Elkhorn Ridge winemaking focuses on retaining that exceptional character and enhancing complexity through judicious aging in small oak barrels. Elkhorn Ridge wines are by design limited editions, with most releases produced in quantities of fewer than 500 cases. About the Wines: 2008 Elkhorn Ridge “777” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Produced with the Dijon “777” clone of Pinot Noir, this delicious Pinot Noir showcases generous black fruit character, subtle mineral and spice complexity, and superb balance. Vibrant and forward, it is a wonderful example of Pinot Noir from the outstanding 2008 Willamette Valley vintage. 2008 Elkhorn Ridge “La Terre Foss” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir A blend of four different Dijon clones and a Pommard clone, “La Terre Foss” exhibits sublime fruit complexity. Bold, layered red fruit aromas and flavors mingle with earth notes in a wine both sophisticated and surprisingly structured. While already drinking well, it promises to evolve beautifully with time in the cellar. Another delicious example of Pinot Noir from the outstanding 2008 Willamette Valley vintage!
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2007 Elkhorn Ridge “La Terre Foss” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir A blend of four different Dijon clones and a Pommard clone, “La Terre Foss” displays a more “feminine” character than its “777” brother. Marked by red cherry, strawberry and raspberry fruit, this medium-bodied Pinot Noir is accented by subtle white pepper and earth nuances. An underpinning of refined tannins suggests this approachable Pinot Noir will continue to develop in the bottle for three or four more years.
E. & J. Gallo Winery
Since its inception in 1933, the family-owned E. & J. Gallo Winery has been known for its 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. The winery 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: 2007 William Hill Estate Napa Valley Chardonnay An elegant, medium-bodied Chardonnay that showcases generous red apple, pear and tropical fruit character, accented by coconut and vanilla complexity. A hint of creaminess on the palate is nicely balanced by crisp acidity that lingers on the finish. 2006 Louis M. Martini Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon This impressive Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits deep garnet color that heralds intense aromas of ripe cherry, cassis and pipe tobacco. Concentrated flavors of ripe plum and Bing cherry meld seamlessly with subtle oak, herb and earth nuances. Smooth yet structured, it culminates in a long, elegant finish. 2008 MacMurray Ranch Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir The elegant strawberry and raspberry aromas of this cool-climate Pinot Noir reveal spice and mushroom notes with aeration. Red currant, strawberry and raspberry flavors are complemented by spice and earth complexity. Already drinking well, it will gain additional refinement with time in the bottle.
Somerston Wine Company
High in the hills above the Napa Valley, in an area historically known as Rancho Catacula, Somerston is more paradise than property. Two adjacent pieces of land—Priest Ranch in Soda Valley (692 acres) and Lynch Vineyards in Elder Valley (990 acres)—were purchased by F. Allan Chapman in 2004 and early 2005 to create Somerston. Today Somerston encompasses a herd of Dorper sheep, several gardens, a small olive orchard, nearly 300 acres of vineyards, and a high-tech winery that utilizes a variety of proven technologies to achieve unparalleled energy efficiency and sustainability. It currently produces three separate wine brands—Highflyer, Priest Ranch and Somerston.
Featured Auction Dinner Wines
About the Wines: 2008 Highflyer Napa Valley Grenache Blanc Vibrant melon and citrus aromas lead to layered nectarine and spice flavors that culminate in a smooth, refreshing finish. The alluring fruit and rich body of this estate-grown wine are balanced by crisp acidity. 2007 Priest Ranch Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Deep purple in color, this Cabernet Sauvignon brims with aromas of black fruit, violet and vanilla. Mouthfilling black cherry, dark chocolate, cedar and cinnamon flavors are supported by fine tannins and a long finish.
Va Piano Vineyards
Chi va piano, va sano e va lontano. “He who goes slowly, goes safely and goes far.” This old Italian saying sums up Va Piano Vineyards’ approach to winemaking and to life. After falling in love with Italian culture, proprietors Justin and Liz Wylie established Va Piano Vineyards in 1999 with the vision of making small lots of well balanced, full bodied red wines that capture the essence of Walla Walla Valley grapes. In 2004 they built their Tuscan-style winery and tasting room and in December of 2005 released their first vintages. Today Va Piano Vineyards produces Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, two Cabernet Sauvignons and Bruno’s Blend, a proprietary red—all inspired by Tuscany, yet quintessentially Walla Walla. About the Wines: 2007 Va Piano Columbia Valley Syrah This is a monster of a Syrah! Vine age and vintage have produced this big, dark, ripe and rich wine. On the nose and on the palate, blueberry, plum and black cherry dominate, with just a hint of minerality in the finish. Very smooth in texture and superbly balanced, it should continue to develop well with cellaring. 2007 Va Piano Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon A Cabernet Sauvignon that incorporates Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, this is a classic example of the inimitable character Washington State can produce. Layers of dried black cherry, cassis, leather, spice, tobacco and chocolate captivate on the palate, with refined tannins providing grace to the finish. This is a ripe, luscious and very satisfying wine that can be enjoyed now through 2020.
Sun Valley Center Wine Auction 2010
Conditions of Purchase for auction lots 1. The Sun Valley Center Wine Auction (herein the "seller") reserves the right to refuse admission to or attendance at all Sun Valley Center Wine Auction events. 2. The auctioneer is the agent for the seller. 3. This catalog, as amended by addendum or oral announcements during the sale, constitutes the entire statement of seller with respect to the sale and the purchase of wines listed herein. 4. Seller does not warrant or represent, expressly denies responsibility for, and in no event shall be responsible or liable for, the accuracy or description of wines offered, or the correctness of the catalog, including, but not limited to: the origin, rarity, age, genuineness, or quantity. All statements by the seller are merely statements of opinion and are not to be relied upon by prospective purchasers as warranties or representations of fact. Prospective bidders, if so bidding, will be bidding only as a result of their own inspection and opinion. All wine is sold "AS IS." 5. All bids are per lot as set forth in the catalog, unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer. 6. A suggested minimum bid price has been established on all lots. Seller reserves the right to bid on his own behalf up to and including the minimum bid price. 7. No live auction bid shall be valid unless acknowledged by the auctioneer. At the fall of the hammer the highest acknowledged bidder shall be deemed to have purchased the lot and therein assumes full risk and responsibility. Purchaser warrants that he will then sign a confirmation of purchase and will pay the full purchase price herewith. 8. Should a dispute arise between bidders, or should the auctioneer doubt the validity of any bid, the auctioneer shall have the absolute right to resolve the dispute, re-offer, re-sell, or withdraw the lot in question. 9. Bids which are submitted to the seller in writing, or otherwise left with the seller prior to the sale for execution at or below a specified price, are entertained and executed by the seller for the convenience of the bidders, but the seller shall not be responsible for failing to execute such bids or for errors relating to the execution of such bids. 10. In accordance with IRS regulations, people who purchase items at a charity auction may claim a charitable contribution deduction for the excess of the purchase price paid for an item over its fair market value. The Sun Valley Center will provide information about the fair market value of any auction purchases when it acknowledges receipt of payment. 11. The silent auction bid closing will be announced. Silent bids must be increased by $50 increments. 12. FULL PAYMENT MUST BE MADE AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION WEEKEND BY THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER OF ALL LOTS. The person who signs for a paddle number is solely responsible for payment if their number is the winning bid. 13. All payment from the successful bidder must be in cash, certified or personal check, or by VISA, Discover, MasterCard or American Express. The Sun Valley Center is required by law to charge Idaho sales tax on the suggested opening bid of all lots, including purchases leaving Idaho. 13. Purchases must be picked up SATURDAY, JULY 24 between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm, at Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley. Please bring copy of paid sales receipt. 14. All shipping arrangements and costs are the responsibility of the purchaser. 15. As a condition of and in consideration for participation in the Wine Auction, participants release the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction from any liability connected with the reproduction, adaptation, display, publication and distribution, in all media, of any video, photographs or other images taken of participants at the Wine Auction.
W ine Auction Lot Index A
Abeja Cellars, 110 Adriano Adami, 56 Chef Mamma Agata, 29 Agriturismo Fonte de’ Medici, 29 The Allison Inn & Spa, 8 AMA Waterways, 13 Amicus Cellars, 147 Anderson Architecture, Peter and Kristin Anderson, 28 Andrea Ristorante, 47 Antica Napa Valley, 56, 59 Marchesi Antinori, 29, 56 Arkenstone Vineyards, 39, 56 Artisan Restaurant, Chef Chris Kobayashi, 48 Atkinsons’ Markets, 25 Auberge du Soleil, 11, 59 Rachel Ann Austin, 140
B BACKROADS, 29 Chef Mimmo Baldi, 29 Bardessono, 2 Bardessono Restaurant, 27 Barnett Vineyards, 55 Beams Flooring America, 28 Bergdorf Goodman, 49 Bernardus Lodge, Chef Cal Stamenov, 12 BG Restaurant, 49 Blackbird Vineyards, 11, 14, 56 Black Label Tile, 28 Blue Heron Workshop, 133 Blue Train, 17 Bond 45, 49 Booker Vineyard, 48 Chef Andre Bopp, 38 Bottega Ristorante, Chef Michael Chiarello, 31 Brent Diehl Construction, 28 The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe, 40 Brix Restaurant, Chef Anne Gingrass-Paik, 45 C
Cadaretta Wines and Clayhouse Wines, 104 CADE Estate Winery, 30, 56 Cain Vineyard & Winery, 122 Cakebread Cellars, 107 Calera Wine Company, 56, 156 Caliza Winery, 48 Canihan Family Cellars, 56, 150 Cantinetta Piero, 41 Cape Kidnappers, 26 Cardinale, 35 Cass House, 48 Central Coast Wine Classic, 57 Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery, 56, 115 Champagne Laurent-Perrier, US, 144
Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte, 56 Chappellet Vineyard, 19, 56 Charles Krug Winery—Peter Mondavi Family, 56, 125 Château Pétrus, 110 Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, 23, 56 CINDER Winery, 56, 109 Cliff Lede Vineyards, 2, 56 Clos Pegase Winery, 120 Codorníu, 56, 134 Coldwell Banker—Conklin & Co., 28 Color Haus, 28 Col Solare, 23, 25, 56 Columbia Crest Winery, 16, 56 CONSTANT—“Diamond Mountain Vineyard,” 14 Constantia Uitsig Hotel, 17 Cornerstone Bar and Grill, 124 Corra Wines, 47 Côte Bonneville, 25, 56
D Deborah’s Room, 12 DeLille Cellars, 14, 20, 25, 43, 56 Peter Dinkelspiel, 110 Dolce, 9 Domaine Chandon, 41 Domaine Serene, 18, 56 Donelan Family Wines, 37, 56 D’Oreale Grande Hotel, 17 Dunham Cellars, 110 Dunn Vineyards, 30, 37, 56
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E. & J. Gallo Winery, 56, 155 Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery, 14, 56, 142 Epicurean Wines, 56, 135 Epoch Estate Wines, 48 Erath Winery, 56
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The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, 26 Farm to Fork, Chef Paul Bachand, 8 Far Niente Winery, 9 Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery, 151 Festival del Sole, Rick Walker, 6 Figge Cellars, 12, 14, 56 First American Title Company, 28 Chip and Sandra Fisher, 159 Flaxton Farm, 26 Forgeron Cellars, 105 Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, 21 Franklin Lumber/Boise Cascade, 28 Fraser Vineyard, 56, 138 Frenchman’s Gulch Winery, 56, 108 Fresh Northwest Design, 25 Frogmore Creek, 56, 114
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Gemstone Vineyard, 27, 56 Joseph T. Gennaro, 123 George IV Wines, 56, 159 David and Edyth Goodman, 10 Grassi Wine Company, 14, 30, 56 Greater Kruger National Park, 17 Grgich Hills Estate, 56, 129
H Chef Peter Hall, 22 HALL Wines, 14, 15, 56 Halleck Vineyard, 51, 56 Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, 10 Harris Estate Vineyards, 14 Hartwell Vineyards, 56, 58 Hearst Castle, 57 Hedges Family Estate, 5, 14 Heitz Wine Cellars, 56, 106 Heritage Lumber, 28 Lowell Herrero, 3 The Hills Golf Club, 26 Hosfelt Gallery, 49 Hotel Cheval, 48 Hotel Luca, 41 Hotel Wailea, 43
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Idaho Grape Growers and Wine Producers Commission, 152 Il Borro, Salvatore Ferragamo, 29 Il Cortile Ristorante, Carole MacDonal, 12 Inn at Red Hills, 8 I. Wolk Gallery, 11
J Jacks Point Course, 26 J. Benton Furrow, 56, 123 Jericho Canyon Vineyard, 56, 127 Tim and Candy Johnson, 32 JORY Restaurant, Chef Stephen Marshall, 8 JUST Inn, 12 JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, 12, 56
K Kalos Golf, 26 Chef Nancy Kaplan, 39 Kauri Cliffs, 26 Kelleher Family Vineyards, 45, 56 Kenefick Ranch Winery, 56, 111 Ketchum Grill, Scott and Anne Mason, 110 Kristine Ashe Vineyards, 7, 56 Kuleto Estate, 6
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Lachini Vineyards, 43, 56 Lail Vineyards, 11, 39, 56 Landmark Vineyards, 51, 56 Lava Lake Lamb, Brian and Kathleen Bean, 19, 131 L’Aventure Winery, 48
L’Ecole No. 41, 25, 56 Leonetti Cellar, 25, 56 Les Mars Hotel, 51 Lexus, 44 Lindstrom Wines, 47, 56 Linne Calodo, 48 The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs, 26 Long Shadows Vintners, 56, 116 Louis M. Martini, 155 Luis Felipe Edwards, 136
M Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley, 11 Market, Chef Jean-George Vongerichten, 35 Chef Taylor Mason, 11 Matakauri Lodge, 26 Matthews Estate, 4, 56 Mayacama Golf Club, 51 Meadowcroft Wines, 56, 132 Meadowood Napa Valley, 11, 55 Melville Winery, 56, 119 Memphis, 49 Mercer Wine Estates, 56, 101 The Meritage Alliance, 103 Merryvale Vineyards, 37, 56 Meteor Vineyard, 24, 56 Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate, 137 Moët Hennessy, 56 Monte Bernardi, 29 Paul Morelli, 49 Morlet Family Vineyards, 55, 56 Annie Morningstar, 25 Chad and Susan Morse, 21
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Napa Cellars/Trinchero Family Estates, 51, 56 Napa Valley Balloons, Inc., 41 The Napa Valley Reserve, 55 Nell’s Restaurant, Chef Philip Mihalski, 4 New West Spirits, 139 New World Wine Experience, 16 New York Palace Hotel, 49 Nickel & Nickel Winery, 9 Nick’s Fishmarket, 43 Nike, 26 Chris Nishiwaki, 4 Northstar Winery, 23, 56
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Ocean Reef Club, Russell Post, 10 Old Cutters Subdivision, 28 One&Only Palmilla Resort, 35 The Orchard at the Carneros Inn, 30 O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery, 14, 54, 56 Osteria di Passignano, 29 Outpost Wines, 27
P Pahui’a, Chef James Babian, 21 Paradigm Winery, 37
Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club, 26 Parry Cellars, 56, 58 Perrier-Jouët, 102 Phillips de Pury & Company, 49 Pillar Rock Vineyard, 149 PlumpJack Winery, 30, 56 Poetry Inn, 2 Bill and Linda Potter, 49 Pride Mountain Vineyards, 54, 56 Professional Wine Services, Mark Ervin, 32 Tom and Sharon Pyle, 25
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Quilceda Creek Winery, 25 Quinta do Tedo, 146
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Ramey Wine Cellars, 118 Realm Cellars, 27, 56 REDD, Chef Richard Reddington, 2 Reeves Ranch Vineyard, 53 Renwood Winery, 128 The Resort at Pelican Hill, 47 Revana Family Vineyard, 56, 153 Ridge Vineyards, 14, 37, 56 Rivera Vineyards, 6 River Manor Boutique Hotel & Spa, 17 The Robertson Family, 26 Rocky Mountain Hardware, 28 Rombauer Vineyards, 14, 31, 56 Roth Marketing Group, LLC., Jason Roth, 28, 133 Round Pond Estate, 141 RP Graphic Design Studio, Randi McEntee, 50 Rubissow Wines, 56, 117 Rusack Vineyards, 56, 148 Rust en Vrede Restaurant, 17 Rutherford Vintners, 158
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Saddleback Cellars, 56, 157 Santa Lucia Highlands Wine Artisans, 130 Saviez Vineyards, 14 Sawtooth Winery, 56, 160 Saxum Vineyards, 48 Trudi Schneider, 121 Schramsberg Vineyards, 1, 56 Sea Level Restaurant & Ocean Bar, 10 Seven Hills Winery, 110 Shafer Vineyards, 46 Silver Oak Cellars, 14, 42, 56 SKIPSTONE, 56, 113 Sleight of Hand Cellars, 38 Sloan Estate, 52, 56 Mike Smith, 133 Sofitel, 26 Sokol Blosser Winery, 8, 56 Somerston Wine Company, 56, 126 Southern Destinations, 17 Spring Mountain Vineyard, 56, 58 Spring Valley Vineyard, 23, 56 Staglin Family Vineyard, 22, 56
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, 56, 59, 143 Starbucks Coffee Company, 154 Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, 16, 23, 29, 59, 143 Stolpman Vineyards & Winery, 53, 56 Stygian Publishing, 34 Sun Valley Harvest Festival, 124 Sun Valley Roofing, 28 SYZYGY, 110
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Talley Vineyards, 145 Tanda Tula Safari Camp, 17 Tastevin Wine, Steve Thies, 110 Te Awa Winery, 26 Terra Valentine, 58 Terry Hoage Vineyards, 48 Three Rivers Winery, 112 Three TEN Main, Chef Derek Gallegos, 32 Timbavati Reserve, 17 Tracy Williams Ltd., Tracy Williams, 49 Treasure Hunter Wines, 50 Trefethen Family Vineyards, 33 Trestle on Tenth, 49 Trust Cellars, 110 Twomey Cellars, 42
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Va Piano Vineyards, 38, 56 The Venetian Las Vegas, 16 Venteux Vineyards, 48 Viewpoint Windows & Doors, 28 Villa Creek Cellars, 48 Villagio Inn & Spa, 27 Villa Maria, 56 The Villas at Rancho Valencia—An Auberge Resort, 40 Vintners Collective, 120
W Waitangi Treaty Grounds, 26 John Walker, 28 Warwick Wine Estate, 17 Waters Winery, 110 Wildlake Duff Preserve, 30 David and Trish Wilson, 14 Wine Country Access, 41 Chef Kim Wiss, 59 The Wolff Company, 12 Tim and Robin Wolff, 21 Woodward Canyon Winery, 14, 25, 56
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X Winery, 147
Y Yuroz, 34
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ZD Wines, 14, 55, 56 All wineries listed in BOLD have principals or representatives attending the Wine Auction.
Live Auction Lots Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction 2010
Schramsberg Vineyards Blanc de Blancs, 2005 A big—REALLY BIG—bottle of Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs traditionally kicks off the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction. This year the fun begins with a monumental Salmanazar from the exceptional 2005 vintage. Chardonnay from vineyards in several very cool North Coast locations, including Carneros, Anderson Valley and the Marin coast, produced a cuvée of delicate fruit and profound structure. Partial barrel fermentation and two years of bottle aging on the yeast after secondary fermentation contributed polish and complexity. This is a classic Blanc de Blancs— crisp, toasty and elegant. As is customary with this first lot, the bottle is chilled and ready to be opened by saber and enjoyed with friends. To make the sacrifice bearable, this lot also includes three Magnums—one each of 2001 Schramsberg J. Schram, 1999 Schramsberg Reserve and 2006 J. Davies Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon—for the winning bidder to take home. The high bidder should know that providing a glass of bubbly to your hardworking and faithful auctioneer is widely considered a portent of good luck.
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Opening Bid $1,500 Includes One 9-Liter Bottle Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Donor The Davies Family, Owners Schramsberg Vineyards & J. Davies Vineyards Calistoga, California
Yountville Sojourn
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Opening Bid $1,500 Includes Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Two-Night Inn Stay for Two One-Night Winery Stay Package for Two Dinner for Two Tour and Tasting for Two Donors Bardessono Cliff Lede, Proprietor Cliff Lede Vineyards Yountville, California
Just off Highway 29 in the heart of the Napa Valley, with a pretty little downtown, lots of shops, some of the best restaurants in the United States and tasting rooms in every direction, Yountville may be the quintessential wine country destination. Now one couple will discover Yountville pleasures with this luxurious three-night sojourn. One of those glories is wine, and tonight the high bidder will go home with a Magnum vertical collection: 2004, 2005 and 2006 Cliff Lede Poetry Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon. Produced from the finest lots of grapes and only available directly from the winery, these are superb Cabernet Sauvignons by any measure. In addition, the high bidder will receive a preferred spot on the Poetry mailing list, so he or she can add to this vertical collection. Next stop, Yountville. Or, more specifically, Bardessono, which combines contemporary luxury and simplified elegance with the philosophy of sustainability in every aspect of its operation. A spa suite will be the high bidder’s home base for two nights, providing the perfect place from which to explore the town and wine country. One of those evenings, the couple will be treated to a sumptuous dinner at REDD, where chef Richard Reddington creates inspired California cuisine. To see Yountville from a different perspective, the couple also will stay one night at the Poetry Inn, Cliff Lede Vineyards’ intimate bed & breakfast in the Stags Leap District. During their stay, they will be treated to a tour and tasting at nearby Cliff Lede Vineyards. Stays are to be scheduled in advance and completed between August 1, 2010 and August 1, 2011. Transportation is not included.
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The Picnic Artist Lowell Herrero feels a deep affinity with farmers working the land. He portrays them bursting with life, over-large and enduring— extensions of the very soil they cultivate. Each painting showcases the inner vitality and richness of the landscape with a whimsy that invites smiles. The irrepressible joy of his work has made it wildly popular and placed it in very distinguished places—Wolfgang Puck commissioned three large paintings to hang in his restaurant Spago in Beverly Hills! The Picnic features two motifs Herrero never tires of painting— harvest and larger-than-life figures. Combining his vibrant use of color and signature style of naïve distortion, it celebrates simple pleasures amid a bountiful landscape. Printed in a limited edition of 125, this 40 x 28 inch giclée is signed, numbered, mounted on archival paper and handsomely framed.
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Signed and Framed Giclée Autographed Book
This lot also includes a copy of Lowell Herrero, the book published in conjunction with Herrero’s one-person exhibition at the Napa Valley Museum in 2007. Featuring 90 of his paintings, the book essentially cataloged the exhibition. The copy presented here is personally autographed by Lowell Herrero.
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Donor Lowell Herrero
Sustainable Stay in Washington Wine Country Matthews Estate
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes One 1.5-Liter Bottle Two-Night Stay Package for Four Dinner for Four Wine Tour for Four Travel Carbon Offsets Donors The Otis Family, Partners Matthews Estate Woodinville, Washington Chris Nishiwaki
Four (two couples) will be treated by Matthews Estate to the best of Woodinville, Washington, wine country during this weekend stay. Accommodations for the two-night stay will be at the Matthews Estate Bed & Breakfast. The stay includes a private, six-course winemaker's dinner at the Estate House prepared by chef Philip Mihalski of Nell’s Restaurant in Seattle with organic seasonal ingredients and hosted by Matthews winemaker Aryn Morell. In addition to a stellar selection of Matthews Estate wines, the dinner will feature Champagne and Sauternes provided by Chris Nishiwaki. On Saturday, the couples also will take a guided Woodinville wine country tour—the perfect way to experience this dynamic wine region. To go home with the high bidder tonight is a Magnum of the 2007 Matthews Columbia Valley Claret. Cabernet Sauvignon– driven yet uncommonly elegant, it is rich, ripe and very appealing. To make this auction lot completely carbon neutral, Matthews Estate will purchase carbon offsets for the high bidder and his or her party’s travel to Woodinville and for the day of touring. Stay package is to be booked for a date of mutual convenience. Transportation other than that noted in the lot description is not included.
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A Year of Drinking Wonderfully Hedges Family Estate Experience a year of drinking wonderfully, courtesy of Hedges Family Estate. A Jeroboam of rich and velvety 2006 Hedges Three Vineyard Red Mountain Red Wine kicks off the year in grand style. Then enjoy a full-year membership to Hedges’ Red Mountain Wine Club, which is limited to just 100 members. As a member, you will receive two cases of wine twice a year of limited-edition, single-vineyard estate varietal wines and be invited to member-only parties and library wine tastings. The high bidder will also receive a private tour and tasting of Hedges Family Estate, personally led by the winemaker.
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Opening Bid $1,500 Includes One 5-Liter Bottle One-Year Wine Club Membership Private Tour and Tasting Donor Tom and Anne-Marie Hedges, Owners Hedges Family Estate Benton City, Washington
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Festival del Sole Ultimate Experience
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Opening Bid $4,000 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle VIP Festival Package for Two Three-Night Stay for Two Winemaker's Dinner for Four Helicopter Transport, Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Two Two Sun Valley Center 30th Anniversary Wine Auction Premier Cru Tickets Donors Pat Kuleto, Proprietor Kuleto Estate St. Helena, California Steven and Marilyn Rivera, Owners Rivera Vineyards Napa, California Rick Walker, Festival del Sole
Here is a very special package for two people to enjoy three fabulous days at the 2011 Napa Valley Festival del Sole. The lucky duo will experience breathtaking musical performances and exclusive events— including vintner luncheons and gala post-concert dinners—on three Festival days of their choice between July 15 and July 20, 2011. The VIP passes include EVERYTHING taking place on the days selected. Mix and mingle with artists, vintners and patrons and savor fine wines and cuisine at glorious Napa Valley wineries and estates that open their doors to the Festival’s VIP guests. The Festival also features special wine tastings, art exhibitions and the Bouchaine Young Artist Series, which introduces emerging stars of classical music. Pat Kuleto of Kuleto Estate will host the winning bidder and his or her guest for three nights at his famous guesthouse at “The Rim of the World,” with stunning views of the Napa Valley. Included in this stay is a private dinner with Pat, prepared by Kuleto Estate’s executive chef and served in the winery’s Royal Suite, which overlooks the “Amalfi Coast.” Pat Kuleto has helped create more than 190 restaurants around the world and is principal owner of several high-end eateries, including Boulevard, Farallon, Epic Roasthouse and Waterbar in San Francisco; Martini House in St. Helena; and Nick’s Cove and Cottages on Tomales Bay. Steve and Marilyn Rivera of Rivera Vineyards will provide helicopter transport from and to Kuleto Estate’s private helipad for a private tour, tasting and lunch at their beautiful small estate on Atlas Peak, where winemaker Karen Culler makes amazing wines. Steve is president of Diablo Publications, which publishes Napa-Sonoma Magazine, Diablo magazine and Design for Living, among others. So the winning bidder won’t go home empty-handed tonight, this lot also includes a Magnum of 2005 Kuleto Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a Double Magnum of 2004 Rivera Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon. Of course, missing the Sun Valley Center’s 30th Anniversary Wine Auction would be a sin, so the lot includes two Premier Cru Patron tickets so the lucky couple can be back here July 21–23, 2011, for all the fun. Stay and ticket dates are to be arranged in advance. Transportation other than noted is not included.
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Up, Up and Away! Kristine Ashe Vineyards Be a part of Entre Nous history and celebrate our inaugural release. Travel to Napa Valley, where upon your arrival Kristine Ashe will personally welcome the six of you (three couples) to her private estate at Kristine Ashe Vineyards in Oakville. After a poolside wine reception amid the 35 acres of vineyards, Kristine will turn over the keys to her four-bedroom luxury home—your accommodations for your three-night stay. Stroll through the vineyards (perhaps discovering the “secret acre”), relax by the pool and access Kristine’s wine cellar between meals and tastings at the many fabulous nearby eateries and wineries. As a weekend highlight, you will be swept off your feet and into the clouds on a hot air balloon ride that will take off from Kristine Ashe Vineyards for a memorable adventure above the Napa Valley. This package would not be complete without an addition to your personal wine collection. The winning bidder will take home a Magnum of the Entre Nous 2007 See Clone Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon signed by winemaker Philippe Melka. This is the premiere release from Entre Nous, and this Magnum represent a must-have wine collectible. Stay and balloon ride are to be scheduled for dates convenient to all parties. Package is valid until December 2011. Transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $3,000 Includes One 1.5-Liter Bottles Three-Night Stay for Six Balloon Ride for Six Donor Kristine Ashe, Proprietor Kristine Ashe Vineyards Oakville, California
Willamette Valley Wine Experience
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Six 1.5-Liter Bottles Two Two-Night Stays for Four Dinner for Four Restaurant Gift Certificate Winery Visit Concierge Service Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Four Donors Bill Blosser and Susan Sokol Blosser, Proprietors Sokol Blosser Winery Dundee, Oregon The Allison Inn & Spa Inn at Red Hills
The Willamette Valley of Oregon is superlative Pinot Noir country, and four (two couples) will have the opportunity to experience this region and its signature grape with this palate-pleasing package. The Allison Inn & Spa near Newberg, Oregon, will provide the couples with luxurious accommodations for two nights in a beautiful setting that blends seamlessly with its vineyard surroundings. The Inn is conveniently situated for exploring wineries in the nearby appellations of Chehalem Mountains and Ribbon Ridge. Included in this stay is dinner for four at JORY Restaurant, where executive chef Stephen Marshall creates exceptional Northwestern cuisine with the freshest ingredients, including many from the restaurant’s extensive garden. Only a short drive away is the intimate, elegant Inn at Red Hills, where the couples also will stay for two nights. Good food is just steps away at Farm to Fork, where executive chef Paul Bachand prepares scrumptious seasonal delicacies—a $100 gift certificate can be applied to lunch, dinner or picnic supplies. The concierge at the Inn at Red Hills will be available to arrange a day of winery visits in the Dundee Hills appellation. In nearby Dayton is Sokol Blosser Winery, which will welcome the winning bidder and guests for a tour and tasting of its environmentally friendly vineyards and aging cellar, followed by a delicious lunch on the deck or in the garden—a fine finale to this Willamette Valley wine experience. To provide inspiration for the trip, tonight the winning bidder will take home two Magnums each of a vertical collection—2005, 2006 and 2007 Sokol Blosser Dundee Hills Pinot Noir. Stay and winery visit are to be arranged for mutually convenient dates. Transportation is not included.
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Trio Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel and Dolce Far Niente Chardonnay, Nickel & Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon and Dolce—the ultimate trio of Napa Valley wines! The winning bidder will take home glorious Double Magnums of 2008 Far Niente Napa Valley Estate Chardonnay and 2006 Nickel & Nickel Sullenger Vineyard Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, plus a heavenly half-bottle six-pack of 2005 Dolce Napa Valley Late Harvest White Wine. On the high bidder’s next trip to the Napa Valley, he or she and three guests will enjoy private tours and tastings at both Far Niente and Nickel & Nickel. Winery visits are by appointment and are to be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.
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Opening Bid $1,000 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Six 375ml Bottles Two Tours and Tastings for Four Donor The Nickel Family, Larry Maguire and Dirk Hampson, Partners Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel and Dolce Oakville, California
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Fun in the Sun
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Opening Bid $3,500 Includes Four-Night Fort Lauderdale Stay Package for Four Dinner for Four Two-Night Key Largo Stay Package for Four Round of Golf for Four Seven-Night Bahamas Stay for up to Six Donors Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Russell Post, Ocean Reef Club David and Edyth Goodman
The beaches of Fort Lauderdale, Key Largo and the Bahamian island of Eleuthera are all on the itinerary for the winning bidder on this sun-kissed package. The warm sun, gentle breezes and white sand of Fort Lauderdale beckon with a four-night stay for four (two adjoining rooms) at the Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. On South Florida’s largest private beach, the Harbor Beach Marriott offers comfortable, well-appointed accommodations, grand views and a huge tropical lagoon pool, all in a location convenient to Fort Lauderdale’s lively shopping and nightlife. Included in this stay is dinner for four at the Marriott’s Sea Level Restaurant & Ocean Bar, which serves regional specialties in a beautiful dining room overlooking the beach. The foursome will continue their fun in the sun with a drive through the spectacular Florida Keys to their next destination, the Ocean Reef Club on Key Largo. This 6,000-acre private resort has been a destination of presidents and captains of industry for more than 60 years. Today it offers a relaxed yet sophisticated escape from the everyday, with elegant accommodations and incredible amenities, including a pool complex, swimming lagoon, fitness center, tennis courts, croquet pitch, marina and two golf courses. The foursome will enjoy a two-night stay at the Ocean Reef Club, plus a round of golf on one of its beautiful yet challenging courses. Eleuthera in the Bahamas is truly paradise. Spectacular beaches, swaying palms, quaint towns and the ambiance of a private island— even these descriptors don’t do it justice. You simply have to experience it. The high bidder will do just that with a seven-night stay for up to six in a private three-bedroom home on a pink sand beach. Car rental and cook are available by arrangement and deep sea and reef fishing trips also may be arranged. Stays in this package must be booked in advance and some restrictions may apply. Eleuthera home is not available the week of Thanksgiving 2010 or during the last three weeks of February, 2011. Transportation is not included.
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Come Fly Away Lail Vineyards Blackbird Vineyards Three couples will fly high with this artistically pleasing package created by Lail Vineyards and Blackbird Vineyards. The high bidder will prepare for takeoff with some thrilling wines to take home tonight: a hand-etched Double Magnum of 2001 Lail J. Daniel Cuvée Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a vertical collection of 2004, 2005 and 2006 Lail J. Daniel Cuvée Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon in a branded wood box to please the Cabernet Sauvignon lover of the house, plus a hand-etched Double Magnum of 2007 Blackbird “Illustration” Napa Valley Proprietary Red Wine and a bottle each of 2007 Blackbird “Illustration” Napa Valley Proprietary Red Wine, 2007 Blackbird “Paramour” Napa Valley Proprietary Red Wine and 2007 Blackbird “Contrarian” Napa Valley Proprietary Red Wine in a branded wood box to charm the Merlot lover of the house—even if that’s the same person! Then the high bidder and his or her flock of five (six total) will descend on the Napa Valley for three days and two nights of luxury and artful fun. Accommodations will be at the grand and elegant Meadowood Napa Valley, the perfect “home base” from which to explore Napa’s many pleasures. Great wine and great food are Napa Valley traditions, and the couples will be treated to a four-course, wine-paired dinner prepared by chef Taylor Mason at Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley, to be hosted by a principal of Blackbird Vineyards as well as Jon and Robin Lail of Lail Vineyards. They will also join fourth-generation Napa Valley vintner Robin Lail for a private tour and tasting at Lail Vineyards. Finally, they will sample the Valley’s art scene with guided gallery tours of Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley in Yountville, I. Wolk Gallery in St. Helena and the sculpture gardens at Auberge du Soleil in Rutherford. Stay and events are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $4,000 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Six 750ml Bottles Two-Night Stay Package for Six Wine Dinner for Six Gallery Tours for Six Winery Tour and Tasting for Six Donors The Lail Family, Owners Lail Vineyards Rutherford, California Michael Polenske, Owner Blackbird Vineyards Napa, California Meadowood Napa Valley
Central Coast Excursion Figge Cellars JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery
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Opening Bid $10,000 Includes Four 1.5-Liter Bottles Twenty-Four 750ml Bottles Private Jet for Four Two-Night Carmel Stay Package for Four Two-Night Paso Robles Stay Package for Four Three Dinners for Four Donors Peter Figge, Proprietor Figge Cellars Marina, California Justin and Deborah Baldwin, Proprietors JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Paso Robles, California The Wolff Company
California’s Central Coast from Carmel Valley to Paso Robles will be the destination for four (two couples) on an excursion that’s big on wine country fun. To prepare for this excursion, tonight the high bidder will take home a rare Magnum each of 2008 Figge Cellars La Reina Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay, 2007 Figge Pelio Vineyard Monterey Pinot Noir and two signed Magnums of 2007 JUSTIN ISOSCELES, all impressive examples of Central Coast quality. A private jet will take you to and from the Central Coast in ultimate style. The Bombardier Learjet 45 is the latest mid-size corporate jet available and will fly the lucky foursome in smooth comfort from either Sun Valley or Seattle to Monterey and back. Deluxe accommodations will be waiting in Carmel Valley, one of California’s true beauty spots. Peter Figge of Figge Cellars will be your host during this portion of the excursion and has arranged for a spectacular winemaker’s dinner at Bernardus Lodge to showcase Figge Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs and Syrah. He also will accompany you on a walking or biking tour of the Monterey region, which encompasses so many scenic places—Carmel Valley, Carmel, Monterey and Big Sur—it may be hard to decide which to see. The two couples then will journey south by car to Paso Robles and JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, which has created “The Biggest Winner: Paso Robles” just for them. After a welcoming glass of wine, they will check into the sumptuous JUST Inn, the estate’s intimate bed & breakfast, for a two-night stay. That evening they will dine at Paso Robles hotspot Il Cortile Ristorante, where proprietor Carole MacDonal will share her
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experiences as producer of television’s The Biggest Loser, insights that might help one of the foursome become the JUSTIN Biggest Winner! After a hearty breakfast next morning, the two couples will begin the competition. Enjoy a vineyard tour led by the vineyard manager, followed by a tour of the winery and an incredible sensory evaluation seminar that delves into winemaking techniques, wine styles and tasting tips. Pay attention because your knowledge will be tested in a round of JUSTIN “Paso Poker.” The couples will be quizzed on general wine and JUSTIN facts, asked to identify vineyard and winery photos and tested on their ability to recognize individual wines in a blind tasting, with each using a case of JUSTIN ISOSCELES as “chips” to bet on the results. The couple with the most bottles at the end of the game will be crowned the “JUSTIN Biggest Winner” and will take home all the bottles won. Proprietors Justin and Deborah Baldwin will personally bestow the award at a champagne ceremony at their chateau. Dinner that evening will be hosted by JUSTIN’s winemaking team at JUST Inn’s award-winning restaurant, Deborah’s Room. After a well-deserved night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast, the couples will drive back to the Monterey Peninsula Airport, where their private jet will be waiting to whisk them home. Flights and stays are to be booked in advance and some restrictions may apply. Stay gratuities and transportation other than noted are not included. Jet owner reserves the right to replace noted plane with a different light jet, depending on availability.
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European River Cruise
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Opening Bid $3,500 Includes Seven-Night River Cruise for Four Donor AMA Waterways
Absolutely the most relaxing and romantic way to travel through Europe is to cruise along its historic rivers on one of AMA Waterways’ luxurious and modern ships. Spectacular vistas, celebrated cities and Old World pleasures are here to savor on a trip like no other. Now four (two couples) will experience this truly grand mode of travel with a seven-night cruise through the heart of Europe. Each couple will enjoy adjacent stateroom accommodations aboard their AMA Waterways ship for the duration of the cruise. These outside accommodations feature superb appointments, including cozy sitting areas with wide windows, deluxe hotel-style bedding, direct-dial phones, flat-screen television and individually controlled air-conditioning; most rooms also feature French balconies. The ships themselves offer a forward lounge with panoramic views, bar and dance floor, specialty coffee station, fitness center, beauty salon and masseuse, walking track and whirlpool, and bicycles for exploring ports of call. The on-board restaurant features gourmet cuisine, including daily champagne breakfast buffet, multicourse lunch and extensive dinner menu. Regional delicacies are emphasized and dinner is accompanied by complimentary wine, beer and sodas. The winning bidder can choose one of four AMA Waterways cruises: • Romantic Danube Cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen, Germany, November 21–28, 2010 • Romantic Christmas Cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest, November 28–December 5, 2010 • Christmas Time Cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg, Germany, December 19–26, 2010 • Christmas Time cruise from Nuremberg to Amsterdam, December 26, 2010–January 2, 2011 Cruise is to be scheduled in advance. Nautical schedules are subject to water levels and cruising conditions and are subject to change without notice. Transportation to embarkation point and from debarkation point is not included.
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Magnum P.R. Party—At Your House! First held 10 years ago, the Magnum Pig Roast (P.R.) Party has quietly— okay, NOT so quietly—become one of the most anticipated events of the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction weekend. What began as a casual party where attendees would share Magnums of their favorite wines and feast on spit-roasted pig with all the fixings became such a big deal, it finally had to be limited to invitation-only. With interest so strong, we have decided to create a live lot that will enable the winning bidder to host his or her own Magnum Pig Roast Party for 60! On a date of mutual convenience, our master pig roasters, David and Trish Wilson, will set up shop at your place—in the Sun Valley area, please—and roast a pig to perfection. The side dishes will be delivered, wines will be uncorked and the party will be ON! All the high bidder need do is arrange the date (perhaps an anniversary or birthday?) and invite the guests. And to make it exactly like the original, Sun Valley Center Wine Auction donors have provided 16 incredible Magnums to be enjoyed by the lucky guests. 2006 Blackbird “Illustration” Oak Knoll District Proprietary Red Wine (hand etched and presented in a branded wood box)
2004 CONSTANT—“Diamond Mountain Vineyard” Napa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (signed by Fred and Mary Constant) 2007 DeLille Chaleur Estate Red Mountain Red Wine 2003 Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards Pinot Noir 2007 Figge Cellars Paraiso Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2007 Grassi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 HALL Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 Harris Estate Jake’s Creek Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Hedges Family Estate Red Mountain Red Wine 2006 O’Shaughnessy Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 Ridge Monte Bello Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Rombauer Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
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Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Sixteen 1.5-Liter Bottles Pig Roast for 60 Donors David and Trish Wilson Blackbird Vineyards CONSTANT—“Diamond Mountain Vineyard” DeLille Cellars Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery Figge Cellars Grassi Wine Company HALL Wines Harris Estate Vineyards Hedges Family Estate O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery Ridge Vineyards Rombauer Vineyards
2000 Saviez Napa Valley Zinfandel 2005 Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Saviez Vineyards
2007 Woodward Canyon “Old Vines” Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon
Silver Oak Cellars
2008 ZD “40th Anniversary” Carneros Pinot Noir
Woodward Canyon Winery ZD Wines
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Artistic Expression HALL Wines
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Three 6-Liter Bottles Winery Tour and Tasting for Six Donor Kathryn and Craig Hall, Proprietors HALL Wines St. Helena, California
Since its founding in 2003, HALL Napa Valley has grown to encompass 500 acres of prime Napa Valley vineyards, two spectacular wineries and a burgeoning reputation for making wines that capture the inimitable character of the Napa Valley. Wine as art always has been an element of HALL’s vision, and this lot showcases artistic expression. Tonight the high bidder will take home three beautifully etched and painted—and extraordinarily rare—Imperials of HALL Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Included are one Imperial each of 2006 HALL “Kathryn Hall” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (one of Wine Spectator’s “Top 100” Wines of the Year), 2006 HALL Exzellenz Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon (named “Cellar Selection of the Year” by Wine Enthusiast) and 2005 HALL “Kathryn Hall” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (one of the Quarterly Review of Wine’s “Top Five Wines of the Year”). Also in the lot is a special opportunity for six to visit HALL Napa Valley’s exclusive Rutherford winery. This visit will include an intimate tour of the property and its handsome aging caves—decorated with works from Craig and Kathryn Hall’s art collection—and a tasting of its artisan wines. Winery visit is to be scheduled for a mutually convenient date.
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New World No.1 Wine Experience Columbia Crest Winery In 2009, Wine Spectator named the 2005 Columbia Crest Reserve Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon No.1 on its “Top 100 Wines of 2009,” the first time a wine from Washington State has received the top ranking. Now the high bidder and a guest will have the opportunity to join the celebration of Columbia Crest’s No.1 ranking! Wine Spectator’s annual New World Wine Experience will be held in Las Vegas October 28–30, 2010. At this three-day celebration of great wines you can sit down and taste the world’s top wines, guided by the estates’ owners and winemakers. You’ll enjoy outstanding vintages, rare wines from the producers’ cellars and top-scoring wines from around the world. This weekend package will include: accommodations for three nights at The Venetian Las Vegas; Thursday and Friday evening Grand Tastings; Friday and Saturday daytime sit-down conducted tastings, seminars and luncheons; and the Saturday evening black-tie Grand Awards Banquet, where Ted Baseler, CEO and President of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, will present the No.1 wine—2005 Columbia Crest Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Tonight’s winning bidder will be feeling lucky as he or she takes home one of the precious few etched and hand-painted Double Magnums of 2005 Columbia Crest Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s good to be No.1!
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Opening Bid $3,000 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Three-Day Event Package for Two Three-Night Stay for Two Donor Ted Baseler, President and CEO Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Woodinville, Washington
South African Call of the Wild
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Opening Bid $10,000 Includes Two 750ml Bottles Fourteen-Day Tour Package for Two Dinner for Two at Ruse en Vrede Restaurant Donors Southern Destinations Rust en Vrede Restaurant Norma Ratcliffe, Proprietor Warwick Wine Estate Elsenburg, South Africa
South Africa beckons one lucky couple with a fourteen-day adventure created by Southern Destinations to showcase the beauty of this remarkable country. To set the mood, the high bidder will go home tonight with two bottles of 2005 Warwick’s Three Cape Ladies Cape Blend. A unique South African blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinotage, it’s a wine with lots of personality, which offers a taste of the great adventure to come. The winery, established by Norma Ratcliffe, the first female winemaker in South Africa, will take special care of you when visiting the estate during the Cape Winelands portion of the trip. The adventure begins in Cape Town. A representative of Southern Destinations will meet you at the airport and facilitate transfer to Constantia Uitsig Hotel, your accommodations for the next three nights. Situated on a private wine estate in the shadow of Table Mountain, this highly praised bed & breakfast is just 20 minutes from the city center and waterfront. Spend the rest of the day on a city orientation tour, take the cableway to the summit of Table Mountain for spectacular city views or simply relax. The second, third and fourth days are opportunities to tour Cape Town and its environs. Explore the Cape Peninsula with its picturesque landscape, harbor and sights—the V&A Waterfront, Robben Island and the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens—or travel down to the Cape of Good Hope to see the Jackass Penguin colony at Boulders Beach and enjoy historic Simon’s Town, taste wine at Groot Constantia Wine Estate, and travel north on the coast route to Hermanus with stops at Harold Porter Botanical Garden, wineries along the way and perhaps a golf course to play a round. Your guide will be flexible to your interests and traveling style. The fifth, sixth and seventh days you’ll visit the Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch wine regions with your guide, who will tailor the itinerary to your wine interests. Accommodations for the next two nights will be at River Manor Boutique Hotel & Spa, a beautiful inn on an oak-lined street in Stellenbosch. With handsome public rooms, a conservatory, tranquil gardens, two swimming pools and a wellness spa, it ranks among Stellenbosch’s very best places to stay. There also will be time to explore this handsome university town. While in Stellenbosch, you will enjoy an extraordinary dinner at Rust en Vrede Restaurant. Housed in one of the region’s most historic wine
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cellars, the restaurant was recently named one of the top 100 restaurants in the world in the annual Pellegrino Restaurant Awards. Expect freshness, flavor and flair in a meal sure to be one of the trip’s highlights. On the eighth day you will transfer from Stellenbosch to Cape Town and board the incredible Blue Train for the overnight trip to Pretoria. The Blue Train has been synonymous with luxury travel since 1946 and offers a unique way to experience some of southern Africa’s most magnificent landscape. An around-the-clock personal butler sees to guests’ every need during the duration of the trip, be it in the comfort of their private luxury suite or in one of the regal lounges, where large windows provide panoramic views of the passing countryside. On board, enjoy fine cuisine prepared by executive chefs, accompanied by some of the best wines South Africa has to offer. On arrival at Pretoria Station on the ninth day, a car will be waiting to transfer you to the D’Oreale Grande Hotel in nearby Kempton Park, a deluxe five-star hotel offering the ultimate in supreme comfort for your one-night stay. On the tenth day, transfer from the hotel to Johannesburg Airport, from which you will fly to Hoedspruit Airport and be collected and transported to Tanda Tula Safari Camp in the Greater Kruger National Park. Your home for the next three nights, Tanda Tula is renowned as the most luxurious tented camp in South Africa. The twelve suites in the camp have private decks that look out over the river, and the lounge and swimming pool are strategically positioned to maximize views of the watering hole that fronts the camp. Delicious dinners around the fire are a magical experience, as the night air is filled with African bush noises. Early morning game drives, bush walks and evening drives through the Timbavati Reserve will fill these days at Tanda Tula Safari Camp and make them unforgettable. On the thirteenth day you will transfer from Tanda Tula Safari Camp to Hoedspruit Airport in time for your later afternoon flight to Johannesburg, where you will depart on your international flight or continue on to your next destination. Trip is to be booked in advance and some restrictions may apply. Flights and accommodations are subject to availability. Transportation to and from South Africa is not included.
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Undiscovered Wine Country Domaine Serene
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Six 750 ml Bottles Three-Night Stay Package for Four Tour and Tasting for Four Donor Ken and Grace Evenstad, Proprietors Domaine Serene Dayton, Oregon
Experience the undiscovered Oregon wine country of Domaine Serene. First put a treasure from this wine country in your cellar tonight—a Double Magnum of 2005 Domaine Serene “Monogram” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir. Presented in an etched wooden box, it is Domaine Serene’s most complex, age-worthy and collectible (only 200 cases produced) Pinot Noir. Then gather together your party of four (two couples) and see this wine country for yourself with a three-night stay at Domaine Serene’s Winery Hill House. Perched high atop the Dundee Hills, this private hideaway on the grounds of Domaine Serene offers sweeping views from every window and easy proximity to the many wineries of the Willamette Valley. The house will be stocked with six bottles of Domaine Serene library wines to enjoy during your stay, and your foursome will also be treated to a VIP tour of Domaine Serene’s landmark gravity-flow winery and wine tasting in its limestone barrel cave. Stay is to be scheduled in advance and transportation is not included. Stay must be redeemed within one year of purchase.
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Home on the Range Chappellet Vineyard Two dozen would-be ranchers will spend the day—and eight will spend the night—experiencing the life of an Idaho sheepherder with Brian and Kathleen Bean of Lava Lake Lamb and Cyril and Blakesley Chappellet of Chappellet Vineyard. Lava Lake Ranch lies about an hour southeast of Sun Valley, where the Pioneer Mountains collide with the Snake River Plain. Known for raising the best tasting lamb in Idaho, Lava Lake Ranch is one of the West’s most important wildlife and land conservation sites, with private holdings and public grazing leases covering nearly one million acres. During this day you will meet shepherds, scientists, horses, Border Collies and Great Pyrenees as you learn about the life of a sheepherder. Explore sagebrush and grassland plains, foothill and mountain ecosystems, and be on the lookout for more than 100 bird species as well as black bear, elk and wolf. Work up an appetite, because that evening’s barbecue will feature lamb ribs and leg of lamb paired with Chappellet’s award-winning wines. The Beans and Chappellets will cook the vittles, pour the wines and tell you tales of life on their ranches on Lava Lake and Pritchard Hill. While most of the group will go home with full stomachs and warm memories when the sun sets, eight will spend the night among the sheep in four well appointed, traditional sheepherder's wagons. When you emerge from your wagon bedroom the next morning, the Beans and Chappellets will treat you to a pancake breakfast before you head home to “city life.” The high bidder will go home tonight with three Magnums of wine from Chappellet’s famed Pritchard Hill vineyards as a memento of this once-in-a-lifetime sheep ranch experience. Pop the cork on a 2007 Chappellet Estate Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Chappellet Signature Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon or a 2005 Chappellet Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Franc and recount your day as a sheepherder, hopefully over another Lava Lake Lamb dinner. Event is to take place in July of 2011 and dates are to be reserved at least six months prior. Transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Ranch Day and Barbecue for Twenty-four One-Night Stay for Eight Breakfast for Eight Donors Cyril and Blakesley Chappellet, Owners Chappellet Vineyard St. Helena, California Brian and Kathleen Bean Lava Lake Lamb
DeLille Cellars Chaleur Estate Yakima Valley Red, 2007
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Opening Bid $2,000
Founded in 1992, DeLille Cellars has established an enviable reputation for Bordeaux-inspired and Rhone-inspired wines from Washington State. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot from Ceil du Cheval, Klipsun and Boushey Vineyards, the 2007 DeLille Chaleur Estate Red Mountain Red Wine highlights the strength of the vintage with currant, violet and herb character in a powerful yet balanced style. This exalted wine is presented here in a rare Salmanazar, engraved with the familiar Sun Valley Company logo in honor of the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction.
Includes One 9-Liter Bottle Donor Greg and Stacy Lill, Partners DeLille Cellars Woodinville, Washington
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Aloha to Kauai and the Big Island Hawaii beckons with this spectacular two-part package that includes stays on both Kauai and the Big Island. On lush, beautiful Kauai, the high bidder and up to seven guests (eight total) will be spoiled with a seven-night stay at an exquisite oceanfront estate on the beach. Located on Kauai’s north shore near Anini, this dream property includes a house with two master suites and two guest bedrooms, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen, two covered ocean-view lanais, manicured grounds and a separate one-bedroom guest house, all on two miles of white sand beach. From this amazing spot, guests can explore the unparalleled natural beauty of Kauai from Waimea Canyon to the Na Pali Coast, visit the charming towns of Kilauea and Hanalei, or simply relax in the sun. The second element of this package is a two-night stay for four at the Big Island’s fabulous Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upulehu. Situated in the heart of Kailua-Kona, the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is widely considered the Big Island’s finest resort—beautiful, luxurious and unpretentious. Along with ocean view accommodations, this stay includes beach time at the resort’s Kahuwai Bay and dinner for four at Pahui'a, the resort’s exquisite oceanfront restaurant, where chef James Babian creates delicious Asian-influenced cuisine. Stays are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience and some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Dinner does not include alcoholic beverages and taxes thereon. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai certificate expires December 15, 2011. Transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $6,000 Includes Seven-Night Kauai Stay for up to Eight Two-Night Big Island Stay for Four Dinner for Four Donors Tim and Robin Wolff Chad and Susan Morse Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Under the Rutherford Sun Staglin Family Vineyard
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Opening Bid $3,000 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Two-Night Stay Package for Four Winemaker's Dinner for Four Donor Garen and Shari Staglin, Owners Staglin Family Vineyard Rutherford, California
Sun Valley Center for the Arts supporters Shari and Garen Staglin of Staglin Family Vineyard invite you to be their guests for a one-of-a-kind three-day, two-night experience at their 64-acre Rutherford estate. Four guests (two couples) will tour the organically farmed vineyard and learn the history of this celebrated estate, including the recently restored Manley House built in 1868. They will then cool off in the underground winery while tasting barrel samples and the latest releases of Staglin Family Vineyard. Then head to the Staglins’ Tuscan-style villa for a friendly game of bocce while sipping their Italian-inspired Stagliano Rosato di Sangiovese. Famed Napa Valley chef Peter Hall will prepare a dinner featuring locally grown and raised foods while Shari and Garen will serve wines from their personal wine library to complement the meal. You can even help them pick out some to pour! After dinner, relax with cigars and rare Ports before retiring to the Manley House—where individual suites offer grand views of the Napa Valley—for a two-night stay. It’s a rare opportunity to experience this famed Rutherford estate, featured in several magazine articles and in the Disney movie The Parent Trap. Tonight the winning bidder will take home a coveted etched Double Magnum of 2006 Staglin Estate Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, named Cabernet Sauvignon of the Year by Connoisseurs’ Guide to California Wine. Stay is to take place on mutually agreeable dates between August 1, 2010 and August, 2012. Transportation is not included.
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Washington Wine Treasures and Pleasures Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Four hard-to-come-by, beautifully etched grand format bottles from Ste. Michelle Wine Estates—sure to be cellar treasures—will go home with the high bidder tonight. Presented in an etched Jeroboam, the 2006 Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon displays opulent black cherry fruit and vanilla complexity. Also in an etched Jeroboam, the 2006 Col Solare Columbia Valley Red Wine is a succulent, balanced and exceptionally complex Bordeaux-inspired red. The 2006 Northstar Walla Walla Valley Merlot— here in Jeroboam—epitomizes power and finesse through its combination of concentrated fruit and smooth, supple texture. Presented in a Double Magnum, the 2007 Spring Valley Vineyard Uriah Walla Walla Valley Red Wine is a powerful, yet focused Merlot-based blend. The Washington wine pleasures in this lot include private tours and tastings at three of these exciting producers. Six will experience a VIP afternoon at Chateau Ste. Michelle. Your visit begins with an exclusive tour of the winery, including its art glass collection, and culminates in a private tasting of Single Vineyard and Ethos Reserve wines. The winning bidder and three guests also will visit Col Solare to learn about this Bordeaux-style blend during a tour of the state-of-the-art estate vineyard, winery and cellars. There will be time to enjoy expansive views from Col Solare’s Red Mountain tasting room while sampling two vintages of this bold and vibrant wine. Dedicated to exploring the potential of Merlot in Washington, Northstar will host the winning bidder’s party of four for a tour of the winery and estate vineyard, followed by a tasting of current and library releases. Winery visits are to be scheduled for mutually agreeable dates prior to July 22, 2011.
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Three 5-Liter Bottles One 3-Liter Bottle One Tour and Tasting for Six Two Tours and Tastings for Four Donor Ted Baseler, President and CEO Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Woodinville, Washington
Celestial Napa Meteor Vineyard
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles Two-Night Stay Package for Four Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Four Viticultural Tour for Four Progressive Dinner for Four Donor Barry and Tracy Schuler & Bill and Dawnine Dyer, Partners Meteor Vineyard Napa, California
Meteor Vineyard invites four (two couples) to enjoy celestial Napa in a package that includes both brilliant wines and a dazzling adventure up and down the Napa Valley. The couples will whet their appetites for the adventure to come with two three-bottle sets each from Meteor Vineyard. The first—from its inaugural vintage—includes two bottles of 2005 Meteor Vineyard Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and one bottle of 2005 Meteor Vineyard Special Family Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon; the second includes two bottles of 2006 Meteor Vineyard Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and one bottle of 2006 Meteor Vineyard Special Family Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Then it’s off to the Napa Valley for a two-night stay at the Meteor Vineyard guesthouse in the Coombsville region just east of Napa. After a restful night, the couples will travel north to join Meteor Vineyard winemakers and partners Bill and Dawnine Dyer on beautiful Diamond Mountain for a barrel tasting of yet-to-be-bottled Meteor vintages, followed by an exquisite picnic amid views that go on forever. Then Meteor Vineyard general manager and sommelier Jason Alexander will guide the foursome on a viticultural tour of the Napa Valley, exploring its legendary vineyards and appellations before culminating with a tour of Meteor Vineyard and a tasting of its inaugural and current releases. That evening, the couples will delve into “culinary Napa” during a progressive dinner with stops at several of the valley’s newest and most exciting restaurants before heading back to the guesthouse for some much deserved sleep. Transportation is not included. Dates of stay are to be mutually agreed upon—summer months are recommended. Expires July 2011.
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“Sun Valley Seasons of Change” 16th Anniversary Collection For the 16th year, a collection of etched and hand-painted Imperials has been created exclusively for the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction. Designed by Sharon and Tom Pyle and based on a painting by Annie Morningstar, the original art for the 2010 edition is titled “Sun Valley Seasons of Change” and captures the progression of the seasons in this special place—winter, spring, summer, autumn and back to winter. Sandcarved and hand-painted by the talented artists of Fresh Northwest Design in Gig Harbor, Washington, the seven bottles depict Sun Valley landscapes, landmarks and activities, including the new gondola at River Run, the Round House on Bald Mountain, a fly fisherman, hikers, a mountain biker, backpackers, and a skier on Warm Springs. Each of these Imperials of outstanding Northwest wine is a masterpiece, both inside and out. This lot includes the following wines: Col Solare Columbia Valley Red Wine, 2006 Côte Bonneville DuBrul Vineyard Yakima Valley Red Wine, 2006
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Opening Bid $6,000 Includes Seven 6-Liter Bottles Donors Atkinsons’ Markets Col Solare Côte Bonneville
DeLille Cellars Chaleur Estate Red Mountain Red Wine, 2007
DeLille Cellars
L’Ecole No. 41 Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007
L’Ecole No. 41
Leonetti Cellar Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007
Leonetti Cellar
Quilceda Creek Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Woodward Canyon Winery Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2008 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 15 years. Since 1995, this handsome lot has raised more than $455,000 to support the arts in our community. Only with the generous support of the participating wineries is this lot possible.
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New Zealand Golf and Wine Adventure
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Opening Bid $20,000 Includes One-Night South Island Stay for Four Ten-Day Golf Adventure for Four Three-Night North Island Stay for Four Winery Tour and Lunch for Four One Round of Golf for Four Two Sets of Men’s Clubs Two Sets of Women’s Clubs Four Golf Bags Golf Balls Donors Kalos Golf The Farm at Cape Kidnappers The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs Matakauri Lodge The Robertson Family Te Awa Winery Nike
Golf in New Zealand is a revelation—incredible courses, spectacular scenery and no crowds. A golf adventure like no other awaits the high bidder’s foursome on this grand tour, which takes in the best of New Zealand golf from south and north. The adventure will begin February 13, 2011, when the foursome arrives in Queenstown, on New Zealand’s South Island, for a one-night stay at nearby Matakauri Lodge. Located on the shore of Lake Wakatipu with incredible mountain views, this intimate and luxurious inn was named one of The Tatler’s “Top 101 Hotels of the World.” The next day, the foursome will transfer to Sofitel in Queenstown, their deluxe accommodations for the next three nights, where they will meet their Kalos Golf tour group at a welcoming reception that evening. Established in 1995, Kalos Golf has earned an impeccable reputation for quality and service among golf travelers, and they have pulled out all the stops to make this golf adventure unforgettable. The next two days will be spent golfing and exploring the Queenstown area, with rounds at the magnificent Jacks Point Course and the very exclusive The Hills Golf Club (home to the New Zealand Open), a tour of Gibbston Valley Wines and the mining town of Arrowtown, and an exhilarating jet boat adventure through the Shotover River Canyons. On the morning of February 17, the group will fly to Christchurch, the heart of New Zealand sheep country, for a private visit to Flaxton Farm, among the best sheep ranches in the region. The couples then will board the Orion, the 100-passenger luxury cruise ship that—because it is privately chartered by Kalos Golf—will be the group’s private yacht for the next seven nights. On February 18, the Orion will arrive in Wellington on New Zealand’s North Island, just in time for a morning round of golf at the exciting and challenging Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club, a traditional course characterized by massive dunes, long rough and gently undulating greens. That afternoon the couples will sightsee Wellington, New Zealand’s sophisticated capital city: viewing the city from the summit of Mount Victoria, touring the Te Papa National Museum, and browsing the shops and cafés along the waterfront. February 19 will be spent at sea on the Orion, providing a restful opportunity to relax in the sauna or Jacuzzi, enjoy the coastal scenery, get in some exercise in the oceanview fitness room or enjoy a lecture on New Zealand’s natural history. By the morning of February 20, the Orion will have landed in Napier in the heart of Hawke’s Bay. A compelling course on a dramatic site makes Cape Kidnappers one of the highlights of this golf adventure. Perched 500 feet above Hawke’s Bay with stunning views, this cliff-skirting course sports challenging
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fairways, daunting hazards and very difficult greens. The remainder of the day will be spent exploring in and around Napier, from the town’s Art Deco architecture to the extraordinary Cape Kidnappers gannet colony—the best spot on mainland New Zealand to see these seabirds nest. The next day provides a second opportunity to tackle Cape Kidnappers, plus a chance to tour the wineries of Hawke’s Bay and taste their award-winning vintages. On February 22, the Orion heads back to sea to cruise past dramatic coastlines and pristine islands. On this leg of the journey, on-board lecturers will detail the region’s exploration and settlement by European sailors. Arriving at the Bay of Islands the next morning, the group will challenge Kauri Cliffs, a course that became one of the world’s top 50 just one year after completion. Dazzling sea views and demanding tee shots compete for attention, and the back nine includes a series of holes that hug the cliffs. A Kiwi culinary experience is also on the schedule, with a lesson on preparing New Zealand cuisine followed by a gourmet lunch paired with North Island wines. February 24 offers a second chance to master Kauri Cliffs, plus a visit to New Zealand’s most historic site—the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, where the Maori and British treaty was signed in 1840. While the Orion heads back to sea to complete the cruise that evening, the couples on this adventure will settle in for a two-night stay at The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs, one of the most awarded small hotels in New Zealand. Featuring accommodations with sitting rooms and private porches, an outstanding restaurant, two tennis courts and an infinity pool, plus panoramic ocean views at every turn, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs also is adjacent to the Kauri Cliffs course. While this stay is the last one scheduled for the couples on this adventure, the high bidder also will receive a onenight stay for four at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, a beautiful boutique lodge located in a captivating natural setting adjacent to Cape Kidnappers on Hawke’s Bay. An additional round of golf for four at one of these great courses—Kauri Cliffs or Cape Kidnappers, the high bidder’s choice—is included. Also included in The Farm at Cape Kidnappers stay is a tour and tasting at Te Awa Winery, one of the best wine estates in Hawke’s Bay. To help their golf games, this golf adventure package includes some top-notch Nike golf gear for the winning bidder’s foursome to take home—two complete sets of men’s clubs, two complete sets of women’s clubs, four golf bags and plenty of golf balls. Fore! Transportation other than noted, airport taxes, passport/visa expenses, excess baggage charges, personal expenses, travel insurance, cost of optional accommodations upgrades (when available) and three dinners in Queenstown are not included. Package is valid for the listed dates only and cannot be transferred or resold. Stay at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers is to be scheduled in advance and some restrictions may apply.
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Hidden Treasures Gemstone Vineyard Outpost Wines Realm Cellars
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Opening Bid $2,500 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles One 1.5-Liter Bottle Three-Night Stay for Four Dinner for Four Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Four Blending Seminar, Tasting and Lunch for Four Donors Michael and Carole Marks, Proprietors Gemstone Vineyard St. Helena, California Frank and Kathy Dotzler, Proprietors Outpost Wines Angwin, California Juan Mercado, Co-Proprietor Realm Cellars St. Helena, California Villagio Inn & Spa
Hidden treasures in the Napa Valley? The three producers highlighted in this lot may not be household names, but don’t expect them to stay hidden for long! To fully appreciate these hidden treasures, a journey to the Napa Valley is in order. Four (two couples) will enjoy a three-night stay at the elegant Villagio Inn & Spa in Yountville, where Tuscan-inspired architecture and a caring staff create a relaxed, romantic wine country atmosphere. Included in this stay are two spa sessions at the luxurious Spa Villagio. Nearby is Bardessono Restaurant. This is where Michael and Carole Marks of Gemstone Vineyard will host the couples for a winemaker's dinner that pairs the restaurant’s farm-fresh menu with a selection of Gemstone’s notable Napa Valley Red Wines and Chardonnays. The foursome also is invited to visit Gemstone Vineyard near Yountville for a tour and tasting. Under the supervision of noted winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, Outpost Wines produces opulent, limited-production Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and Petite Sirah from 42 acres of estate vineyards on Howell Mountain. The high bidder and his or her guests will join proprietors Frank and Kathy Dotzler at their beautiful estate in Napa Valley’s eastern hills for a tour, tasting and lunch. Realm Cellars near St. Helena may not be that hidden—its three proprietary red blends and three Cabernet Sauvignons quickly sell out to customers on its mailing list. Realm Cellars will welcome the couples to its St. Helena facility for a blending seminar featuring 2009 wines and lunch, hosted by its proprietors and winemaker. Three grand format bottles of wine from these hidden treasures will go home with the winning bidder tonight—an etched Double Magnum of 2007 Gemstone Napa Valley Estate Proprietary Red (which received a 95 from The Wine Advocate), a Double Magnum of 2005 Realm Farella Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a Magnum of 2007 Outpost Howell Mountain Zinfandel (which received a 90–92 from The Wine Advocate). Stays and winery events are to be scheduled in advance for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.
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Idaho Mountain Playhouse The “Idaho Mountain Playhouse” is a collaborative project launched in 1995 by brothers and longtime valley residents Craig and Jason Roth. The project was originally conceived to benefit their college alma mater’s annual scholarship fundraiser. This year Jason Roth, Roth Marketing Group, LLC, opted to keep the project local, with the proceeds to benefit children’s programs at the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. The Idaho Mountain Playhouse is rustic, rugged and strong. The structure is 6 X 8 feet, but feels much larger due to the exaggerated roof overhangs and exposed beam ends. Featuring wood-frame construction and an open-beam ceiling, the playhouse shows quality throughout—reclaimed fir beams and knee-braces, reclaimed cedar siding and ipe (ironwood) trim, cedar shake roof with copper drip-edge, metal-clad wood windows, Black Absolute granite countertops, knotty birch cabinets with stain and glaze finish, rustic knotty oak Formica flooring and Rocky Mountain Hardware custom wire-brushed pine entry door, window and cabinet hardware and a bronze plaque. This Idaho Mountain Playhouse is perfect for children or grandchildren, and the winning bidder will be proud to bestow this high-mountain gem to them. Delivery of playhouse to the winning bidder’s home in the Wood River Valley is complimentary if completed on Saturday, July 24, the day after the Wine Auction Gala. The cost of delivery after July 24 will be paid by the winning bidder.
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Opening Bid $3,000 Includes One Idaho Mountain Playhouse Donors Jason Roth Roth Marketing Group, LLC Peter and Kristin Anderson Anderson Architecture Beams Flooring America Black Label Tile Brent Diehl Construction Coldwell Banker-Conklin & Co./Old Cutters Subdivision Color Haus First American Title Company Franklin Lumber/Boise Cascade Heritage Lumber Rocky Mountain Hardware Sun Valley Roofing Viewpoint Windows & Doors John Walker
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Ultimate Italy
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Opening Bid $15,000 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Two Two-Night Stay Packages for Two Tour and Tasting for Two Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Two Six-Day Walking Tour Package for Two Seven-Night Stay for up to Eight Tour and Tasting for up to Eight Private Cooking Class for up to Eight Donors Salvatore Ferragamo, Owner Il Borro Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Marchesi Antinori BACKROADS
Whether your passion is grand scenery, rich history, fine dining, great wine, refined adventure or time with friends in a place like no other, this Ultimate Italy package has you covered in la dolce vita style. A two-night stay for two at Il Borro, the magnificent Tuscan village beautifully restored by Ferruccio and Salvatore Ferragamo, shows why this lot deserves its name “Ultimate Italy.” Situated on a 1,700-acre estate at the foot of the Pratomagno Mountains near Arezzo, this medieval village’s classic villa and farmhouses have been restored and remodeled into luxury accommodations. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and offering a wide range of amenities, it is Tuscany at its breathtaking best. Included with this stay are a tour of Il Borro’s winery and a tasting of its wines. Then discover another corner of Tuscany with a two-night stay at Agriturismo Fonte de’ Medici, just south of Florence. Surrounded by vineyards, this cluster of farmhouses has been exquisitely restored by Marchesi Antinori and offers elegant accommodations and amenities that include a swimming pool, tennis court and fitness center. During their stay, the couple will be treated to a guided visit of the Antinori Chianti Classico Estates, as well as a sumptuous lunch and wine tasting at Osteria di Passignano, one of the finest restaurants in Chianti. Also, since this lot is all about Ultimate Italy, the high bidder tonight will go home with the ultimate in Tuscan wines—rare Double Magnums each of 2006 Antinori Tignanello Toscano Red Wine and 2006 Antinori Solaia Toscana Red Wine, two of the finest “Super Tuscan” wines. Next, the couple will be enchanted by the Amalfi Coast, from the Sorrentine Peninsula to the Isle of Capri during a six-day, five-night fully supported walking tour created by BACKROADS, the world’s #1 active travel company. The tour group will meet in Naples and enjoy a walk in the high hills above Sorrento before heading by private boat to Capri, where limestone peaks, picture-postcard vistas, charming villages and fabulous gardens will captivate at every turn during the two-day stay. A private boat then will whisk the group to the Amalfi Coast for three days of exploration. Stroll through the coastal village of Positano, indulge in local delicacies fresh from the sea and hike
The Schmelzer Family, Owners Monte Bernardi
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past bubbling streams through lemon and olive groves. Ferns, wildflowers and old mills dot the route to Amalfi, where the group will join a local guide for a tour of its grand cathedral and atmospheric Arab quarter. Savor authentic Neapolitan cuisine and a cooking demonstration at the farmhouse of celebrity chef Mamma Agata. Accommodations will be in premier luxury inns, distances will be appropriate to most fitness levels, walkers will carry only day packs and all meals except three lunches and one dinner are included. Last, but by no means least, the Schmelzer family has arranged for eight to stay seven nights at the family’s private estate, Monte Bernardi. This beautiful property is situated on a hilltop in Panzano, one of the premium locations in Chianti. Villa Bernardi is a spacious restored and remodeled five-bedroom, four-bath Tuscan farmhouse surrounded by vineyards. While constructed in traditional rustic Tuscan style, the villa offers pure luxury and comfort inside, with multiple terraces, a large gourmet kitchen, an expansive living room, a parlor and a gym. The villa has a secluded saltwater swimming pool where one can relax amid the beautiful landscape. In addition, the villa is equipped with Wi-Fi, a computer and a full selection of DVDs and videos. To make your stay memorable, the Schmelzer family will host a tour of its winery and vineyard, followed by a reception and private tasting with winemaker Michael Schmelzer. It also will set up a private cooking class with renowned local chef Mimmo Baldi that includes a trip to the local market for ingredients and instruction on preparation of authentic local recipes. Claudia, Michael Schmelzer’s wife, will assist you in planning other activities during your week, from special visits to famous Chianti and Montalcino wine estates and the antique fair at Arezzo, to day trips to picturesque towns like Siena, Volterra, Lucca and Cortona. The historic Abbey of Sant’Antimo and its vesper services are a must-seeand-hear and—this being Ultimate Italy—there also will be opportunity for an excursion or two to famous outlets like Gucci, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Zegna and many more. All elements are to be scheduled in advance, and restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Transportation except as noted is not included.
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Luxurious Napa—Natural Napa CADE Estate Winery and PlumpJack Winery Dunn Vineyards Grassi Wine Company
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Opening Bid $2,500 Includes Eight 1.5-Liter Bottles Three-Night Stay for Four Two Vineyard Tours and Lunches for Four Yoga Session, Hike or Bike Tour and Picnic for Four Donors John Conover, General Manager and Partner CADE Estate Winery and PlumpJack Winery Oakville, California Randall Dunn, Owner and Winemaker Dunn Vineyards, Angwin, California Mark and Jami Grassi, Owners Grassi Wine Company Napa, California The Orchard at the Carneros Inn
Four (two couples) will experience both the luxurious and natural sides of Napa with this spectacular stay package. Lodging for three nights will be at the exclusive The Orchard at the Carneros Inn. The spacious two-bedroom cottage—one of only 17—features dual master suites, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, a covered porch, fully equipped kitchen, private garden with spa, elegant furnishings and exceptional on-site amenities. Two Magnums of 2006 Grassi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon in this lot serve as an introduction to Grassi Wine Company, but this fine new producer will show you different aspects of the Napa Valley during your stay. Begin with a tour of the beautiful Grassi estate vineyard on the western edge of the Napa Valley, to be followed by an al fresco lunch. The next day partake in a morning yoga session with Jami Grassi at her private studio in the vineyard, followed by a hike or mountain bike tour and picnic hosted by Grassi Wine Company and Dunn Vineyards at Napa Land Trust’s spectacular 4,200-acre Wildlake Duff Preserve on Howell Mountain. Having already received a Magnum each of 2002 and 2004 Dunn Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, the high bidder and guests will enjoy an afternoon tour and tasting at Dunn Vineyards, one of Howell Mountain’s modern wine pioneers. On the third day, PlumpJack Winery invites you for a private tour and tasting at its beautiful estate near Oakville. Then head back to Howell Mountain for a private tour, tasting and luncheon at CADE Estate Winery, among the “greenest” wineries in California. Tonight, the winning bidder will receive two Magnums each of the 2007 PlumpJack Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and 2007 CADE Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, each individually signed by their respective winery staffs. Stay and other package elements are to be scheduled for mutually convenient dates. Transportation is not included.
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Into the Woods and into the Cellar Rombauer Vineyards For nearly 30 years, Rombauer Vineyards has made consistently excellent Napa Valley wines. For all of those years, the winery and tasting room have been located on a beautiful wooded knoll just north of St. Helena on the Silverado Trail. Now six (three couples) will head into the woods, into the vineyard and even underground during a three-night stay at the Rombauer Vineyards Guest House. Set among the vines, but just minutes from St. Helena and Calistoga, the Rombauer Vineyards Guest House is a wonderful spot from which to explore the Napa Valley. During their stay, the winning bidder and friends will be treated to a VIP tour (including the winery and aging caves) and tasting and country picnic lunch at Rombauer Vineyards, and also will enjoy dinner at noted chef Michael Chiarello’s exciting new Yountville eatery, Bottega Ristorante. In addition, the winning bidder will definitely head into the cellar, because he or she will have LOTS of Rombauer Vineyards wine to put away. The incredible bounty includes two cases of 2008 Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay, two cases of 2006 Rombauer Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, two six-packs of 2004 Rombauer Proprietor’s Selection Napa Valley Reserve Merlot, two six-packs of 2004 Rombauer Stice Lane Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, two cases of 2008 Rombauer Napa Valley Zinfandel, six bottles of Rombauer Napa Valley Zinfandel Port and six bottles of 2006 Rombauer Joy Late Harvest Chardonnay. Stay and dinner are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $6,000 Includes Ninety-Six 750ml Bottles Twelve 375ml Bottles Three-Night Stay Package for Four Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Four Dinner for Four Donor The Rombauer Family, Owners Rombauer Vineyards St. Helena, California
Grand Mediterranean Wine Dinner
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Opening Bid $3,000 Includes Wine Dinner for Eight Donors Mark Ervin, Professional Wine Services Derek Gallegos, Three TEN Main Tim and Candy Johnson
You and seven lucky friends need only drive a few miles south of Ketchum to find yourselves magically transported to Europe as Candy and Tim Johnson host you at their home in Gimlet for a sumptuous Mediterranean Wine Dinner. Then prepare for a gourmet tour from Italy’s Cinque Terre to Spain’s Costa del Sol and everywhere in between. Enjoy a flute of vintage Dom Pèrignon Reserve Champagne on arrival at the Johnsons’ home—the perfect preparation for this food and wine tour of the Riviera. Chef and owner Derek Gallegos of the Wood River Valley’s acclaimed Three TEN Main restaurant will prepare an elaborate five-course gourmet dinner designed to the high bidder’s personal preferences and prepared with the finest imported and fresh local ingredients in the classic and modern Mediterranean style. Derek will take you back to the Old World with the exciting range of tastes and textures he developed during his years in the kitchen and recent travels in Europe. Professional wine consultant and Master Sommelier Mark Ervin will orchestrate the wine pairings, drawing on the best of Italy, France and Spain from the past three decades. Savory appetizers and early courses will be paired with 2007 Fefiñanes Albariño and 1995 Bonneau du Martray Corton Charlemagne. Experience Italy with the 1985 Gaja Sori Tildin Barbaresco and Spain with 1996 Pesquera Ribera del Duero Reserva Millennium, both in Magnum. France awaits with the glories of a perfectly aged 1993 Chateau Mouton-Rothschild. Then relax and enjoy the sunset with a golden 1990 Maculan Torcolato Vino Dulce with dessert. The Grand Mediterranean Wine dinner for eight guests is to be scheduled for an evening when Three TEN Main is closed so chef Gallegos can devote his full attention to your party. Sundays and the fall season are best, but the dinner may be arranged for any date of mutual convenience between August 2010 and July 2011.
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Your Own Private Haven Trefethen Family Vineyards When Gene and Katie Trefethen came to the Napa Valley in 1968, they tackled a real fixer-upper. The 19th century vineyard they purchased was dead or dying, the “ghost” winery on the property had no roof and the ancient house was beyond dilapidated (a sardonic Brit called it “charming”). Plus, almost no one was making wine in Napa at the time. Everything proved to have good bones however, and Gene and Katie— soon aided by the next generation of John and Janet—began restoring the old estate. To say their efforts have borne fruit is no pun. The winery is now a National Historic Landmark and the vineyard has helped shape the Oak Knoll District into one of the finest wine-growing regions on earth. The winning bidder will take some of this heritage home tonight in the form of a Double Magnum of the 2005 Trefethen Reserve Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon (99 points by Wine Enthusiast) and two Magnums of 2005 Trefethen Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon (97 points by Wine Enthusiast), both multiple gold medal winners. Also included in this lot is a two-night stay for four (two couples) at Trefethen Family Estate. With views of Stags Leap, the “Cottage” guesthouse is a secluded sanctuary in the middle of the vineyard. Just a ten-minute walk away is the “Villa,” which founders Gene and Katie refurbished into a spectacular home. Third-generation Trefethens Loren and Hailey are the lucky current tenants, and on one night of your stay, they will be your hosts for dinner in its remarkable garden. Beneath three ancient oaks, Katie created an extraordinary five-acre botanical treasure, and it will be yours to enjoy during this memorable dinner and to explore throughout your visit. After a personal tour of the garden led by its caretaker, master gardener David Alosi, you will face a difficult choice: to leave the estate and see more of the Napa Valley, or to relax poolside at your own private haven with Katie’s favorite treat—champagne and caviar. 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 One 3-Liter Bottle Two 1.5 Liter Bottles Two-Night Stay Package for Four Winemaker's Dinner for Four Donor The Trefethen Family, Owners Trefethen Family Vineyards Napa, California
The Music in Her Soul
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Opening Bid $2,500 Includes Framed Limited Edition Serigraph DonorS Yuroz
Yuroz is an artist of the people. Everyone from lovers, musicians, poets and athletes to the homeless and even refugees fill his canvases, drawing forth a spectrum of emotions and moods that reside deep in the human soul. In recent years Yuroz’s art has received unprecedented recognition. In 1995 he created The Harlequin’s Gift for Comic Relief, and beginning in 1998 and continuing for several years, he created an annual work for the Suzuki Rock & Roll Marathon. He was selected by the Vatican to create a painting to honor Saint Arcangelo Tadi; that work—The Light of Compassion—was blessed by Pope Benedict XVI in 2009 and now hangs in the church renamed in the saint’s honor in Botticino, Italy. Done in a cubist style, The Music in Her Soul depicts a scene both intense and serene as two musicians serenade a woman who is enjoying a glass of wine. This handsome work is offered here in a limited edition (edition size: 150) 36 x 48-inch serigraph on canvas, handsomely framed.
Stygian Publishing
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One and Only Cardinale If singularity is the essence of luxury, then this lot epitomizes luxury. The centerpiece of this special package is an etched Salmanazar Pyrenees—the one and only made—of 2006 Cardinale Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, a wine that received a perfect 100 points from Wine Enthusiast. Produced from select lots of low-yielding Cabernet Sauvignon vines planted in the best mountain and bench vineyards Napa has to offer, it is truly one of a kind. The high bidder also is invited to take his or her special someone along for a four-night stay at the lauded One&Only Palmilla Resort in Cabo San Lucas. Recognized by Travel+Leisure’s “World’s Best Service” awards for the best Mexico has to offer, Palmilla beckons with a Terrace Junior Suite, dinner at famed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Market restaurant and a private Mexican wine tasting with the resort’s sommelier. In all, it’s an opportunity to create singular memories you will cherish for a lifetime—recalled perhaps over one very special bottle of Cardinale. Cabo stay is to be booked in advance and some restrictions may apply. Transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $5,000 Includes One 9-Liter Bottle Four-Night Cabo San Lucas Stay for Two Donors Jackson Family Wines, Owner Cardinale Oakville, California One&Only Palmilla Resort
Take Part for Art
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One of the Wine Auction’s most exciting lots each year contains no wine, no travel, no luxury lodging—but it gives you a luxuriant feeling of satisfaction to know you have made a tremendous difference to many lives . . . to a child’s life . . . to the future. Each year we ask our guests to raise their paddles to support The Center’s educational programs and scholarships. And each year they respond with gratifying generosity. Whether you know it or not, whether you see it or not, you will change lives if you participate in this lot. You will: • Inspire and educate our valley’s youth. Your generous donation helps bring nationally recognized artists, writers, performers and educators into our local schools to expand students’ awareness of topics as diverse as the health of our planet’s oceans and the traditions of Taiko drumming. • Provide children with enriching afterschool experiences through free art classes taught in English and Spanish. • Fund dreams through scholarships to young people who want to pursue studies in the arts and humanities. • Keep a community strong by ensuring a vibrant arts and cultural life for all who live in or visit the Wood River Valley. In short, through your generosity, The Center is able to touch people of all ages and stages of life on a year round basis with programs of exceptional quality and substance—programs that provide the kinds of experiences that enrich us all and open our hearts and minds to the world. Thank you!
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Grand Piano A collection of wines in progressively larger bottles is called a “piano,” and this collection—which includes bottles from some of the very best California wine producers, plus an extra pleasure for the winning bidder—deserves the title “Grand Piano.” Six bottles of 2005 Paradigm Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon may tempt the lucky new owner to enjoy them now, but this rich, lush wine should develop for several more years. The Magnum of 2006 Merryvale Profile Napa Valley Red Wine is a “best of the vintage” Cabernet Sauvignon– based wine with lots of power and complexity. Merryvale Vineyards also invites the high bidder and five friends (six total) for a tour and tasting when next in the Napa Valley. The Double Magnum of 2008 Donelan Family Obsidian Vineyard Knights Valley Syrah is a wine of explosive fruit that garnered an impressive 96–99 points from The Wine Advocate. The Jeroboam of 2006 Dunn Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon shows remarkable fruit and a deft touch of oak. Last but not least, the Imperial of 2003 Ridge Monte Bello Santa Cruz Mountain Red Wine is a big yet harmonious Cabernet Sauvignon–based blend. Still youthful, this masterful effort should evolve for years to come. Tour and tasting to be scheduled at a mutually convenient date.
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Opening Bid $2,500 Includes One 6-Liter Bottle One 5-Liter Bottle One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle Six 750ml Bottles Tour and Tasting for Six Donors Joe Donelan, Owner Donelan Family Wines Noroton, Connecticut Randy Dunn, Owner and Winemaker Dunn Vineyards Angwin, California John Schlatter, Chairman Merryvale Vineyards St. Helena, California Ren and Marilyn Harris, Owners Paradigm Winery Oakville, California Paul Draper, Winemaker and CEO Ridge Vineyards Cupertino, California
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Walla Walla Wine Country Pleasures Va Piano Vineyards Sleight of Hand Cellars
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Opening Bid $1,500 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Two-Night Stay for Four Winemaker's Dinner for Four Tour and Tasting for Four Donors Justin Wylie, Owner and Winemaker Va Piano Vineyards Walla Walla, Washington
Va Piano Vineyards and Sleight of Hand Cellars have partnered to offer a three-day, two-night Walla Walla Valley wine country experience for four (two couples). You will stay in the heart of Walla Walla at Sleight of Hand’s very own “Magician’s Lair” craftsman-style guesthouse. Start the day with private tours and tastings with Justin Wylie, winemaker and owner of Va Piano Vineyards, and Trey Busch, winemaker and owner of Sleight of Hand Cellars. You and your group will taste current releases from each winery and will journey to the cellars of both to taste wines from the barrel. Be prepared to get a little dirty, as you also will venture into the vineyards with Justin to learn about Va Piano’s grape growing philosophy and techniques. Your evening will conclude with an exquisite dinner prepared by chef Andre Bopp, hosted by Justin and Trey together with their wives and served among the vines. Tonight the winning bidder will walk away with an etched and signed Double Magnum of 2007 Va Piano Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and an etched and signed Double Magnum of 2007 Sleight of Hand “Illusionist” Columbia Valley Red Wine. Dates of visit are to be mutually agreed upon and package expires one year from the date of the auction. Transportation is not included.
Trey Busch, Owner and Winemaker Sleight of Hand Cellars Walla Walla, Washington
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High on Howell Mountain Arkenstone Vineyards Lail Vineyards Howell Mountain, in the Napa Valley’s eastern hills, is home to some of the region’s most individualistic and creative wine producers. Arkenstone Vineyards and Lail Vineyards are two such producers, and together they intend to get one lucky and persistent bidder—and several of his or her friends—high on Howell Mountain. The journey begins with six Magnums of wine, three from each producer. The 2006 Arkenstone Obsidian Howell Mountain Red Wine is a saturated, complex and surprisingly approachable Cabernet Sauvignon–based wine of exceptional quality for a first release. The 2000 Lail J. Daniel Cuvée Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, is an elegant mélange of dark fruit, minerals and earth. The next stop is Howell Mountain itself. Arkenstone Vineyards invites the high bidder and nine friends (ten, total) to tour its beautiful vineyard and extensive wine caves. This visit will culminate with dinner at the winery prepared by chef Nancy Kaplan, former chef de cuisine at the Michelin-starred La Toque, Napa, and paired with Arkenstone wines. Lail Vineyards also puts out the welcome mat for the high bidder and seven guests (eight, total) to join proprietor Robin Lail and her architect husband, Jon, for dinner at Mole Hill, Lail Vineyards’ estate overlooking the Napa Valley. Robin Lail is a fourth-generation Napa Valley vintner and Jon Lail has designed several of the valley’s most stunning wineries, so expect the stories to be as memorable as the food and wine! Dinners are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Transportation and accommodations are not included.
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Six 1.5-Liter Bottles Tour, Tasting and Dinner for Ten Dinner for Eight Donors Ron and Susan Krausz, Proprietors Arkenstone Vineyards Angwin, California The Lail Family, Owners Lail Vineyards Rutherford, California
Rancho Santa Fe Escape
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Opening Bid $2,500 Includes Three-Night Resort Package for Six Three Dinners for Six Golf for Six Donors The Villas at Rancho Valencia— An Auberge Resort
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, just 25 miles north of downtown San Diego and five miles from the beaches of Del Mar, the Villas at Rancho Valencia Resort are holiday perfection, offering spectacular weather, idyllic surroundings, luxurious accommodations and remarkable recreational opportunities. Six people (three couples) will escape to this beautiful enclave with a four-day, three-night stay in a spacious and elegant three-bedroom hacienda-inspired residence. Daily breakfasts are included, as are two dinners for six at the award-winning Rancho Valencia Dining Room with sommelier’s choice of wine (both meals include tax and gratuity). Guests also will have use of the resort’s spa amenities, fitness center and tennis courts during their stay. In addition, the six will be treated to a day of golf at the picturesque and challenging Bridges Golf Club nearby. After their round, they will enjoy dinner at The Bridges Club at Rancho Santa Fe—among the area’s finest restaurants—with sommelier’s choice of wine. Stay and other package elements are to be reserved in advance. Package is not available during the Del Mar Racetrack racing season and major holidays.
The Bridges Club at Rancho Santa Fe
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Exclusive Access—Napa Valley Together with Hotel Luca and Napa Valley Balloons, Inc., Wine Country Access, an elite private concierge service, has created a three-day, two-night Napa Valley wine country experience for four (two couples) that includes great accommodations, spa pleasures, hot air ballooning and exclusive access to “not open to the public” wineries. On arrival in California, transportation will be waiting at the airport (either San Francisco or Oakland) to whisk your foursome to Hotel Luca in Yountville. Hotel Luca offers intimacy (only 20 guest rooms), sophistication and charm in the style and spirit of Tuscany. Full breakfast is included, as are two 60-minute massage treatments at the Hotel Luca Spa and a $100 gift certificate for dining at Cantinetta Piero, Hotel Luca’s impeccable “modern Tuscan” restaurant. Begin one day with a memorable sunrise hot air balloon flight above the beautiful Napa Valley with Napa Valley Balloons, Inc., the region’s premier balloon company. Offering unparalleled views of familiar landmarks and hidden jewels, this one-hour ride culminates with a post-flight champagne breakfast at Domaine Chandon. Then an SUV vehicle will take you on an extraordinary full-day exclusive access tour of the Napa Valley that includes visits to three unique wine properties, where the owners and winemakers will be your hosts for tours and tastings, and a special culinary and wine pairing lunch at either a winery or olive oil producer. Transportation back to the airport completes this sure-to-be memorable Napa Valley wine country experience. All trip elements are to be booked in advance for dates of mutual convenience. Stay is limited to Sunday through Thursday and is subject to availability. Balloon ride certificate expires July 30, 2011. Transportation other than noted is not included.
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Airport Transfers for Four Two-Night Stay Package for Four $100 Dinner Gift Certificate Balloon Flight for Four Day of Exclusive Wine Experiences for Four Donors Hotel Luca Napa Valley Balloons, Inc. Wine Country Access
Pleasures Multiplied Silver Oak Cellars and Twomey Cellars
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Opening Bid $1,500 Includes One 6-Liter Bottle One 3-Liter Bottle Four 1.5-Liter Bottles Winery Lunch for Four Donor The Duncan Family, Proprietors Silver Oak Cellars Oakville, California Twomey Cellars Calistoga, California
Life is a Cabernet at Silver Oak Cellars, where since the 1970s the Duncan family has produced two of California’s very best Cabernet Sauvignons at two separate cellars, one in Napa Valley and one in Alexander Valley. In 1999, the Duncan Family established Twomey Cellars with the same spirit of innovation; it produces Merlot, Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc, also at two separate cellars, one in Napa Valley and one in Russian River Valley. Tonight the high bidder will take home two magnificent and very rare grand formats—one Imperial of 2005 Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and one Double Magnum of 2006 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. In addition, he or she and three guests will be invited to Silver Oak Cellars in the Napa Valley for a lunch prepared by chef Dominic Orsini and paired with Silver Oak and Twomey wines. As a memento of the visit, each guest will receive a Magnum of Silver Oak or Twomey wine personally autographed by the Duncan family and the winemaker. Winery visit is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.
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Maui Wow! Lachini Vineyards and DeLille Cellars invite four (two couples) for a glorious six-day, five-night getaway on Maui. Experience the beauty of Hawaii at its finest with five nights of suite accommodations at the intimate, romantic and luxurious Hotel Wailea, a quiet oasis with breathtaking scenery. During their stay, the couples—and perhaps a few of their friends—will experience winemaker bliss, as Lachini Vineyards and DeLille Cellars host a spectacular winemaker's dinner for up to eight at Nick’s Fishmarket, the sublime seafood restaurant at the nearby Fairmont Kea Lani resort. Also on the schedule is a kiteboarding lesson for up to eight people. Maui offers some of the world’s finest conditions for kiteboarding and is home to some of its best instructors. The rest of this getaway will be the couples’ to enjoy—sightsee, play, shop or simply relax in the Hawaiian sunshine. The lucky high bidder will also take home tonight two rare etched grand format bottles from Lachini Vineyards and DeLille Cellars—a Double Magnum each of 2007 Lachini Estate Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir and 2007 DeLille Grand Ciel Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon. Stay package and winemaker's dinner are to be arranged for mutually agreeable dates. Hawaii package is good for one year, with blackout dates of December 17, 2010 to January 3, 2011. Transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $3,500 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Five-Night Stay for Four Winemaker's Dinner for up to Eight Kiteboarding Lessons for up to Eight Donors Ron and Marianne Lachini, Proprietors Lachini Vineyards Dundee, Oregon Greg and Stacy Lill, Partners DeLille Cellars Woodinville, Washington Hotel Wailea
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Win a 2010 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid in this exclusive drawing that supports the Sun Valley Center for the Arts!
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Donor Lexus
PROGRESS JUST MADE PROGRESS.
It wasn’t so long ago that the words "luxury" and "hybrid" were considered mutually exclusive. The original RX Hybrid changed that. It introduced a new category and proved that conventional truisms were anything but. It proved that when technology and optimism combine, almost anything is possible. It couldn’t be more fitting, then, that the model that brought us the world’s first luxury hybrid is the one to change the category again with the completely re-engineered RX 450h. Nearly every hybrid component has been made more lightweight, while the entire system has been made more intelligent for greater fuel efficiency and lower emissions. At the same time, its performance was enhanced with an intelligent shift-control system, a first for a hybrid. The winner of this raffle will win a 2010 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid. This luxury sport utility vehicle offers a highly advanced voice-recognition system that allows climate control and audio to be remarkably simple, along with a 3.5-liter V6 Atkinson-cycle engine that works differently than conventional engines to convert more of the energy generated during combustion into mechanical energy. It also features a hybrid battery that is lighter and more compact than that found in the previous-generation RX Hybrid. As a result of these advancements, the RX 450h produces 295 total system horsepower.1 Of course, it wouldn’t be a Lexus without its trademark luxury features. The 2010 RX 450h Hybrid offers an available Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System,2 which delivers unparalleled listening experiences, Intuitive Parking Assist and multi-zone climate control. The re-engineered RX 450h has appointments that make any travel unquestionably Lexus-like and perfectly suited to the Mountain West lifestyle with the driver in mind. Unbelievable? That’s the power of optimism. That’s the power of h.
Ratings achieved using the required premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease. 2 Mark Levinson® is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. 1
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Dinner at Brix Kelleher Family Vineyards Twelve will be hosted by Kelleher Family Vineyards for a grand dinner in the private Reserve Wine Cellar dining room at Brix Restaurant, in the heart of the Napa Valley. Executive chef Anne Gingrass-Paik will create a tantalizing four-course menu focusing on the freshest seasonal ingredients available in the Napa Valley. Each course will be paired with wines hand-selected by Brix’s sommelier. As the high bidder and his or her guests leave, each will receive a bottle of Kelleher Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon as a souvenir of this delicious evening. Date will be subject to availability. Gratuity is not included. Certificate expires July 2011.
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Opening Bid $1,500 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles Dinner for Twelve Donor The Kelleher Family, Owners Kelleher Family Vineyards Yountville, California
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Shafer Vineyards Hillside Select Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon, 2003
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Opening Bid $1,300 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor John and Barbara Shafer, Owners Shafer Vineyards Napa, California
Shafer Hillside Select is a wine of place, produced each vintage from carefully selected blocks of the hillside vineyard surrounding Shafer’s Stags Leap District winery. The grapes from these blocks are small and deeply colored, with concentrated flavors that are enhanced by meticulous winemaking and long aging in small French oak barrels. Shafer Hillside Select’s voluptuous fruit, velvety texture and sweet oak complexity have made it one of the Napa Valley’s benchmark Cabernet Sauvignons. The 2003 Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon displays bold, expansive fruit, layered complexity and beautiful balance. It received a 95 from The Wine Advocate, one of the highest scores earned by a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon that year. It is offered here in an exceptionally rare Double Magnum, a size that promises several more years of development—but only if the high bidder can resist the temptation to open it! John and Doug Shafer of Shafer Vineyards recently received a prestigious James Beard Award for “Outstanding Wine and Spirits Professional,” the first Napa Valley vintners to receive this award since 1996.
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Grand California Style Lindstrom Wines With an 11-acre estate vineyard marvelously sited on the upper slopes of the Stags Leap District and noted winemaker Celia Welch Masyczek in charge of production, Lindstrom Wines produces some of the Napa Valley’s most exciting new Cabernet Sauvignons. Now discover these wines in grand California style. Enjoy a two-night stay for two (one couple) at The Resort at Pelican Hill on Southern California’s Newport Coast. Embodying the principles of Italy’s most renowned Renaissance architect, Andrea Palladio, it is a beautiful, luxurious escape that sets the standard for resort accommodations and amenities. This stay package includes two nights in an ocean-view bungalow, two rounds of golf at one of the resort’s two Tom Fazio–designed golf courses where nearly every hole offers breathtaking ocean views and two spa treatments at the award-winning spa that will leave you relaxed, replenished and invigorated. Your getaway will culminate with a gourmet dinner hosted by Carol and Greg Lindstrom at the resort’s signature restaurant, Andrea Ristorante. Last, but not least, the high bidder will take home a Magnum each of 2007 Lindstrom Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon and—from winemaker Celia Welch Masyczek’s own label—2006 Corra Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Transportation is not included. Stay and dinner are to be scheduled for dates mutually convenient to all parties.
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Two-Night Stay for Two Two Rounds of Golf for Two Spa Treatments for Two Wine Dinner for Two DonorS Greg and Carol Lindstrom, Proprietors Lindstrom Wines Yountville, California Celia Welch Masyczek, Owner Corra Wines St. Helena, California The Resort at Pelican Hill
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Paso Robles Wine Country Adventure
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Opening Bid $3,000 Includes Six 1.5-Liter Bottles Three-Night Stay for Four A Backroad Excursion for Four Three Winemaker's Lunches for Four Three Winemaker's Dinners for Four Barrel Tasting and Bocce for Four
The wine country surrounding Paso Robles may be the most dynamic in all of California. Here local growers and vintners have found an exceptional canvas on which to create wines like no others, with grape varieties from the Rhone and beyond. Several of these local wine pioneers and their friends have joined forces to create a spectacular Paso Robles wine country adventure for four. The four (two couples) will stay for three nights at Hotel Cheval in downtown Paso Robles. This sophisticated small hotel is close— walking distance, in fact—to Paso’s fine restaurants and shops, and just minutes from its many wineries. The fun will begin almost immediately, with a private Kawasaki Mule or quad ride through the backroads of Paso Robles, with stops along the way at Saxum Vineyards, L’Aventure Winery, Caliza Winery and Terry Hoage Vineyards for wine tasting. That evening expect to be wowed at a “96 Points and Above” winemaker's dinner hosted by Justin Smith of Saxum, Stephan Asseo of L’Aventure Winery and Eric Jenson of Booker Vineyard at Artisan Restaurant, where chef Chris Kobayashi creates extraordinary contemporary American dishes with locally grown foods and produce. The next day, enjoy lunch at Linne Calodo with noted winemaker Matt Trevisan, to be followed by a barrel tasting in the cellar of his intriguing Zinfandel/Rhone blends. From there, it’s a pleasant drive to the coastal village of Cayucos and a winemaker's dinner at the Cass House—one of the Central Coast’s finest restaurants—featuring a selection of the very best wines of the region.
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Scott and Bobbi Stelzle of Venteux Vineyards, which combines a winemaking estate with a bed & breakfast, will host the foursome the next day for lunch, but not before they head into the Stelzles’ private wine cellar to choose a few wines to enjoy. That evening, join JoAnn and Cris Cherry at Villa Creek Restaurant for a wine dinner showcasing Villa Creek Cellars’ impressive Rhone blends. During the last day of this Paso Robles adventure, the couples will be hosted by Terry and Jennifer Hoage at Terry Hoage Vineyards for a barrel tasting and cheese and wine pairing lunch, followed by a game or two of bocce ball (wagering is encouraged) with Terry Hoage and neighbor Eric Jensen of Booker Vineyard. Also included in this lot is a Magnum six-pack from participating Paso Robles vintners—Booker Vineyard, Villa Creek Cellars, L’Aventure Winery, Epoch Estate Wines, Caliza Winery and Venteux Vineyards. All from the 2007 vintage, these wines—a mix of single-vineyard wines, Rhone-inspired blends and classic varietals—show the dynamic spirit and unique character of the region. Package elements may be scheduled differently than noted. Stay and all elements are to be scheduled in advance for dates of mutual convenience and some restrictions may apply. Transportation is not included.
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Donors Eric Jensen, Owner and Winemaker Booker Vineyard Paso Robles, California Carl Bowker, Owner and Winemaker Caliza Winery Paso Robles, California Bill Armstrong, Owner Epoch Estate Wines Paso Robles, California Stephan Asseo, Owner and Winemaker L’Aventure Winery Paso Robles, California Matt and Maureen Trevisan, Owners Linne Calodo Paso Robles, California Justin Smith, Owner Saxum Vineyards Paso Robles, California Terry Hoage, Owner Terry Hoage Vineyards Paso Robles, California Scott and Bobbi Stelzle, Owners Venteux Vineyards Templeton, California JoAnn and Cris Cherry, Proprietors Villa Creek Cellars Paso Robles, California Artisan Restaurant Cass House Hotel Cheval
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New York Fashion Week
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Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Four-Night Stay for Four Tickets to Two Fashion Shows for Two Personal Shopping Package for Two Dinner for Four Broadway Show Tickets for Four Chelsea Tour for Four Auction House Tour for Four Gallery Tour and Lunch for Four Donors Bergdorf Goodman Hosfelt Gallery Phillips de Pury & Company Bill and Linda Potter Tracy Williams, Tracy Williams Ltd.
Exciting, glamorous and star-studded, New York Fashion Week will be coming up September 10 –17, 2010 and YOU can be there for all the fun with this extraordinary package for four (two couples). You will stay for four nights at the sumptuous New York Palace Hotel in midtown Manhattan, where spacious rooms, sophisticated amenities, helpful staff and a convenient location exemplify a New York vacation at its best. The ladies will want to see the latest fashions on the catwalk, and this package includes two tickets to two of the fashion shows that make New York the center of the fashion universe this one week of the year. They also will receive their own day of fashion at fabulous Bergdorf Goodman on Fifth Avenue, a personal shopping appointment with one of Bergdorf’s top personal shoppers, a private appointment with noted jewelry designer Paul Morelli and lunch for two at BG Restaurant. Dinner and a Broadway show are quintessential New York, so this package includes dinner for four at Bond 45, a classy Italian restaurant just off Times Square, plus four tickets to Memphis, the brilliant show at the Shubert Theatre that nabbed four 2010 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Art is also on the agenda during this stay. Celene Ryan, director of the Hosfelt Gallery, will take the foursome on a two-hour gallery tour of Chelsea. Tailored to the art interests of the participants, it will be a behind-the-scenes look at the art world and the art market. Phillips de Pury & Company will provide an equally intriguing “insider’s view” of the art market from an auction house’s perspective with a tour of future auction lots at its exhibition space, which overlooks the High Line and the Hudson River. Tracy Williams of Tracy Williams, Ltd. will host the couples for a tour of her gallery, which represents an impressive group of up-and-coming and established artists, followed by brasserie lunch for four at nearby Trestle on Tenth. Stay, theater tickets, tours and dinner reservations are to be arranged in advance. Transportation is not included.
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Your Label on the Table A Custom Label Wine Opportunity The winning bidder will experience the pride and pleasure of enjoying his or her own personal wine brand at home and seeing it served at many of Sun Valley’s finest restaurants. One hundred cases of a subappellation Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon will be custom bottled, named and labeled for the winning bidder. Working with the Sun Valley Center, graphic designer Randi McEntee and Treasure Hunter Wines, the winning bidder will create the brand for this wine. One case (six bottles) of Magnums and nineteen cases (228 bottles) of 750ml bottles— or the right quantity to suit your needs—will be delivered to the winning bidder for his or her personal use. The remaining 80 cases will be distributed by Nouveaux Distributing Company to retailers like Atkinsons’ Markets and popular local restaurants like Globus, Il Naso, The Pioneer, the Roosevelt Grill, the Sawtooth Club, SEGO Restaurant & Bar and Zou 75. If the design is confirmed by October, the wine will be available in December. Your wine in stores and on wine lists throughout Sun Valley, without the work of sales and distribution—what could be better? The wine for this custom label will be a sub-appellation Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon—think Howell Mountain, Rutherford, Oakville and the like—from a vintage between 2005 and 2008. Treasure Hunter Wines, which will source, bottle and deliver the wine, works with wineries whose own brands sell in the $80 to $140 per bottle range. The wine will be bottled as made by the winery—without alteration or outside components—so it is sure to be exceptional. Honor a family member, favorite place or your dog! Feature a child’s artwork. Or simply showcase your own creativity with a wine name and label that captures your personality and style.
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Six 1.5-Liter Custom Label Bottles Nineteen Cases of 750ml Custom Label Bottles Distribution of Eighty Cases of 750ml Custom Label Bottles to Local Sun Valley Shops and Restaurants Donors Treasure Hunter Wines Randi McEntee, Principal RP Graphic Design Studio Sun Valley Center Junior Patrons Circle
Sonoma and Napa Wine Country Holiday
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Opening Bid $3,000 Includes One 1.5-L Bottle One 750 ml Bottle Four-Night Sonoma Stay for Two Round of Golf and Lunch for Two Winemaker's Dinner for Six Two-Night Napa Stay for Two Tour and Tasting for Four Donors Mike and Mary Colhoun, Proprietors Landmark Vineyards Kenwood, California Ross Halleck, Owner Halleck Vineyard Sebastopol, California
Landmark Vineyards Halleck Vineyard Napa Cellars/Trinchero Family Estates Two (one couple) will holiday in style in Napa and Sonoma wine country with this one-of-a-kind package. Sonoma beckons with a two-night stay at picturesque Landmark Vineyards in the Sonoma Valley near Kenwood. Accommodations will be the winery guest suite or adjacent guest cottage, with a bottle of Landmark Overlook Chardonnay waiting in the room to be enjoyed on arrival. Also included are a tour of Landmark Vineyards and tasting of its fine Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs, as well as a challenging round of golf for two and lunch at Mayacama Golf Club near Santa Rosa with the Colhouns. For a sample of the fun to come, the high bidder will go home tonight with a rare Magnum of 2005 Landmark Lorenzo Russian River Valley Chardonnay. The couple will also be treated to a two-night stay at the Les Mars Hotel in downtown Healdsburg, very possibly the most cosmopolitan small town in Sonoma's wine country. This exquisite small hotel offers plush accommodations with fine antiques, fireplaces and four-poster beds, complemented by discreet, European-style service. This extraordinary stay experience includes full breakfast each morning in the hotel’s library. Food lovers will appreciate that Cyrus, one of the very best restaurants in the United States, is right next door. While in Sonoma, the couple and as many as four guests (up to six, total) will join Ross Halleck of Halleck Vineyard for an exceptional Pinot Noir food and wine experience. From Halleck’s hillside home near Sebastopol, drink
The Trinchero Family, Owners Napa Cellars/Trinchero Family Estates St. Helena, California Les Mars Hotel
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in views of Sonoma County while tasting this Pinot Noir specialist’s current releases and library wines. These award-winning wines will be paired with a menu prepared by one of Sonoma County’s stellar chefs. Tour the one-acre estate vineyard and get answers to your vineyard and winemaking questions. At the end of the evening, the high bidder will take home a selection of Halleck wines as mementos of this visit. Then head over the Mayacamas Mountains to Napa, where a two-night stay at Trinchero Family Estates’ historic Sutter Home Winery and Victorian Inn awaits. Centrally located just south of St. Helena, the Inn is a beautiful reminder from another era that offers gracious accommodations, including a full breakfast each morning. Hopefully the winning bidder has friends in Napa, because this stay also includes a private tour and tasting for four. Stays and dinner are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience. Les Mars Hotel stay is available Sunday through Thursday only. Transportation is not included.
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The Pinnacle of Success Sloan Estate
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Opening Bid $1,000 Includes Three 750ml Bottles Place on Mailing List Donor Stuart and Karen Sloan, Owners Sloan Estate Rutherford, California
It’s hard to believe that Sloan Estate has been making wine for just a decade—few California producers have achieved such renown in so little time. With an exquisite estate vineyard in hills near Rutherford, top talent managing the vineyard and making the wine, fanatical attention to detail and the determination to make each vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon–based wine better than the last, Sloan Estate may only now be hitting its stride. Needless to say, it is already among the most difficult of all California wines to acquire. This rare vertical collection includes a bottle each of 2004, 2005 and 2006 Sloan Estate Rutherford Red Wine, which received scores of 96, 96 and 98 respectively from The Wine Advocate. 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!
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Los Olivos Wine Country Reeves Ranch Vineyard Stolpman Vineyards & Winery The movie Sideways offered a glimpse of Los Olivos wine country, located north of Santa Ynez along California’s Central Coast, but only by being there can you truly appreciate the majestic beauty of the region. Now Reeves Ranch Vineyard and Stolpman Vineyards & Winery have joined forces to show off the place they call home. Reeves Ranch Vineyard invites four (two couples) for a three-night stay at its vintage 1911 Victorian home in the heart of Los Olivos wine country. Dan and Meghan Reeves will host the foursome for a dinner paired with wines from their personal cellar at their vineyard estate home, and the couples also will be treated to a guided tour of local wineries and tasting rooms. Hopefully the winning bidder has friends in the neighborhood, because Tom and Marilyn Stolpman will prepare dinner for six at their lovely Stolpman Vineyards estate near Los Olivos, a feast that will feature current selections and library wines from Stolpman Vineyards & Winery. Attendees also will participate in a private vineyard tour and tasting, and each guest will receive two bottles of Stolpman wine to take home. Tonight the high bidder will take home wines from both wineries: two Magnums of 2008 Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez Valley Syrah and two bottles each of 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 Stolpman Hilltops Santa Ynez Valley Syrah. Winery stay and events are to be scheduled for dates of mutual convenience and transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Twenty 750ml Bottles Three-Night Stay Package for Four Guided Tour of Local Wineries for Four Winery Dinner for Six Donors Dan and Meghan Reeves, Proprietors Reeves Ranch Vineyard Santa Ynez, California Tom and Marilyn Stolpman, Proprietors Stolpman Vineyards & Winery Los Olivos, California
The Hills O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery Pride Mountain Vineyards
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Opening Bid $1,500 Includes Five 1.5-Liter Bottles Two-Night Stay for Four Tour and Tasting for Four Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Four Donors The Pride Family, Owners Pride Mountain Vineyards St. Helena, California Betty O’Shaughnessy Woolls, Owner O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery Angwin, California
Pride Mountain Vineyards and O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery are Napa Valley wine producers that have made their homes in the hills: Pride on Spring Mountain, O’Shaughnessy on Howell Mountain. Now these hilltop wineries have come together to share their top-of-the-world views and world-class wines in a Napa Valley adventure for four. The heart of the adventure is a two-night stay for four (two couples) at Pride Mountain Vineyards’ charming guest cottage. During their stay, the couples will be treated to a vineyard walk that includes both Napa and Sonoma counties (the estate straddles the county line), a tour of the estate’s handsome winery and aging caves, and a private tasting of Pride Mountain Vineyards’ incredible wine portfolio. The schedule allows plenty of time for the foursome to head across the Napa Valley and up the hill to Howell Mountain and O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery. Their O’Shaughnessy Estate visit will include a tour of this cutting-edge winery and a tasting of its mountain-grown wines, followed by a picnic lunch overlooking the vineyards. Tonight the high bidder will take home a bounty of Pride Mountain and O’Shaughnessy Estate wines. A Magnum each of 2007 Pride Mountain Napa/Sonoma Merlot, 2009 Pride Mountain Sonoma County Viognier and 2007 Pride Mountain Napa/Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon combines with a Magnum each of 2006 O’Shaughnessy Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon and 2006 O’Shaughnessy Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon to make this a cellar bonanza not to be missed. Winery stay and visit are to be scheduled in advance for dates of mutual convenience and some restrictions may apply. Transportation is not included.
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A Napa Valley Tour in Four Wineries Barnett Vineyards Morlet Family Vineyards The Napa Valley Reserve ZD Wines While there is plenty to see in the Napa Valley, this two-night Napa Valley stay package for six (three couples) will show the high bidder and his or her guests the diversity of the region in just four wineries. Accommodations for the two-night stay will be at magnificent Meadowood Napa Valley. A resort in the grand tradition, Meadowood offers luxurious accommodations and top-of-the-line amenities in a private, beautiful setting. During their stay, the three couples will be treated to a tour of The Napa Valley Reserve, the unique private club and winery on the grounds of Meadowood, and a tasting of two vintages. Also on the schedule are visits to wineries up and down Napa Valley. Barnett Vineyards will host the group for a picnic lunch on the wooded slopes of Spring Mountain, with great valley views and a selection of its handcrafted wines. Morlet Family Vineyards will welcome the six for a tour of its oneof-a-kind caves near downtown St. Helena and a tasting of wines from its exceptional portfolio, hosted by winemaker and proprietor Luc Morlet. ZD Wines, on the Silverado Trail near Napa, will take the guests on an ecotour of the vineyard and winery, finishing with a tasting that includes its Pinot Noir made with certified organic grapes. The high bidder will also go home with a copy of Napa Behind the Bottle, a book portraying the Napa Valley winemaking community that features ZD founder Norman deLeuze. As a taste of the adventure to come, three of the wineries have provided bottles for the high bidder to take home tonight. Presented here in a rare Double Magnum, the 2007 Barnett Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon is bold, layered and beautifully balanced. The exceptional etched Double Magnum of 2007 Morlet “La Proportion Dorée” Sonoma County White Wine blends Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle for richness and seamless complexity, while the similarly rare etched Double Magnum of 2007 Morlet “Passionément” Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon displays intensity, complexity and elegance. A extraordinary Double Magnum and six bottles of 2008 ZD Founder’s Reserve Carneros Pinot Noir showcase forward fruit, uncommon depth and silky mouthfeel. Meadowood Napa Valley stay is available Sunday through Thursday only and is to be booked in advance and additional restrictions may apply. Winery visits are to be scheduled for dates and times of mutual convenience. Transportation is not included. wine auction 2010
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Opening Bid $4,000 Includes Four 3-Liter Bottles Six 750ml Bottles Two-Night Stay for Six Three Tours and Tastings for Six Picnic for Six One Book Donors Hal and Fiona Barnett, Owners Barnett Vineyards St. Helena, California Luc Morlet, Winemaker and Proprietor Morlet Family Vineyards St. Helena, California Rosa Lee deLeuze, Owner ZD Wines Napa, California Meadowood Napa Valley and The Napa Valley Reserve
750 Stars
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Opening Bid $6,000
For the sixth consecutive year, the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction has assembled a unique and bountiful lot to showcase the generous spirit of its participating vintners. At our request, virtually every vintner participant in both the Live and Silent Auctions has contributed a bottle—and often several bottles—for inclusion in this lot, which this year again encompasses more than 200 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:
Includes 200+ 750ml Bottles Donors All the wineries listed!
Adriano Adami Antica Napa Valley Antinori Arkenstone Vineyards
DeLille Cellars Domaine Serene Donelan Family Wines Dunn Vineyards
Blackbird Vineyards
E. & J. Gallo Winery Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery Epicurean Wines Erath Winery
CADE Estate Winery Calera Wine Company Canihan Family Cellars Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Chappellet Vineyard Charles Krug Winery– Peter Mondavi Family Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery CINDER Winery Cliff Lede Vineyards Codorníu Col Solare Columbia Crest Winery Côte Bonneville
Figge Cellars Fraser Vineyard Frenchman’s Gulch Winery Frogmore Creek Gemstone Vineyards George IV Wines Grassi Wine Company Grgich Hills Estate
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HALL Wines Halleck Vineyard Hartwell Vineyards Heitz Wine Cellars
Parry Cellars PlumpJack Winery Pride Mountain Vineyards Realm Cellars Revana Family Vineyard Ridge Vineyards Rombauer Vineyards Rubissow Wines Rusack Vineyards
J. Benton Furrow Jericho Canyon Vineyard JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Kelleher Family Vineyards Kenefick Ranch Winery Kristine Ashe Vineyards
Saddleback Cellars Sawtooth Winery Schramsberg Vineyards Silver Oak Cellars SKIPSTONE Sloan Estate Sokol Blosser Winery Somerston Wine Company Spring Mountain Vineyard Spring Valley Vineyard Staglin Family Vineyard Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Stolpman Vineyards & Winery
L’Ecole No. 41 Lachini Vineyards Lail Vineyards Landmark Vineyards Leonetti Cellar Lindstrom Wines Long Shadows Vintners Matthews Estate Meadowcroft Wines Melville Winery Mercer Wine Estates Merryvale Vineyards Meteor Vineyard MoÍt Hennessy Morlet Family Vineyards
Va Piano Vineyards Villa Maria Woodward Canyon Winery
Napa Cellars/Trinchero Family Estate Northstar Winery
ZD Wines
O'Shaughnessy Estate Winery
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Central Coast Wine Classic
57 live lots
Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Wine Auction Package for Two Donor Central Coast Wine Classic
The Central Coast Wine Classic is an exhilarating wine and food packed week featuring special wine seminars, tastings, luncheons and dinners. Each year famous vintners from throughout the world and celebrity chefs journey to California’s Central Coast to celebrate the best in wine and food. To be held in San Simeon, Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, Avila Beach, Buellton and Shell Beach July 7–11, 2011, the 27th Annual Wine Classic invites two (one couple) to enjoy the following events: • Thursday Afternoon Barrel Tasting • Thursday Evening Dinner at Hearst Castle. This magical and unforgettable black-tie dinner will feature renowned chefs from Hawaii—the very best from that world-class culinary destination. One of the most exclusive dinners in America, this dinner is generally available only to Sponsor and Wine Classic dignitaries. • Friday Morning Varietal Symposium • Friday Cooking Demonstration & Luncheon hosted by San Francisco culinary icon Narsi David • Friday Afternoon Champagne Symposium • Friday Evening Winemaker Dinner • Saturday Rare and Fine Wine and Lifestyle Auction at the Avila Beach Resort. Enjoy the dynamic energy of auctioneer David Reynolds and compatriots and vie for 75 unique lots! • Saturday Auction Luncheon • Sunday Afternoon Reserve Wine Tasting, presenting the two most special wines from each of 75 wine producers, with cuisine by chef Evan Treadwell Transportation and accommodations are not included.
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Napa Apps Hartwell Vineyards Parry Vineyards Spring Mountain Vineyards Terra Valentine Winery Apps as in appellations, not applications. Situated just west of St. Helena in the Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District offers unique beauty and grape growing terroir. So too does Stags Leap District, along the Silverado Trail just south and east of Yountville, and St. Helena, which surrounds the town of the same name. This tasty lot will enable four (two couples) to discover all three.
58 live lots
Opening Bid $3,000 Includes Five 1.5 Liter Bottles
Terra Valentine Winery invites two couples to spend two nights at luxurious Villa Valentine, its private guesthouse at the very top of Spring Mountain. On arrival, the group will be treated to a tour of the winery grounds and a tasting of Terra Valentine estate Cabernet Sauvignons paired with artisan cheeses. The entire 75-acre Terra Valentine estate—from the orchard to the redwood forest—will be theirs to explore during the stay. From Terra Valentine Winery, it’s only a brief drive to historic Spring Mountain Vineyard, where the quartet is invited to stroll the vineyards and lush gardens and taste the fantastic wines now being produced at this 1885 estate.
Two Two-Night Stays for Four
Hartwell Vineyards, in the heart of the Stags Leap District, invites the couples for a two-night stay at its handsome guest house. Well appointed and very private, the Hartwell Vineyards guest house is a convenient “home base” for exploring the estate, the Stags Leap District and the town of Napa.
Donors Angus and Margaret Wurtele, Owners Terra Valentine Winery St. Helena, California
Parry Cellars, in the St. Helena appellation north of the town of St. Helena, is the Napa Valley’s smallest single-vineyard estate winery. Proprietors Stephen and Sue Parry invite the foursome to their home and small vineyard on Silverado Trail for a delicious lunch accompanied by Parry Cellars vintages.
Jacob Safra, Owner Spring Mountain Vineyards St. Helena, California
As a sample of the pleasures to come, the high bidder will take home six bottles of the Bordeaux-inspired 2002 Spring Mountain Elivette Napa Valley Red Wine; a Magnum each of the 2000 Hartwell Misté Hill Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon, 2002 Hartwell Estate Reserve Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon and 2003 Hartwell Estate Reserve Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon (the latter two etched and hand-painted); plus a Magnum and a bottle each of 2001 and 2006 Parry Cellars St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon. Winery stays and visits are to be scheduled in advance and are subject to availability. Villa Valentine is available from March through November only and booking three months in advance is recommended. Villa Valentine stay offer expires July, 2011. Transportation is not included. wine auction 2010
Eight 750ml Bottles
Tour and Tasting for Four Lunch for Four
Bob and Blanca Hartwell, Owners Hartwell Vineyards Napa, California Stephen and Sue Parry, Owners Parry Cellars St. Helena, California
Legendary Napa Valley Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Antica Napa Valley
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Opening Bid $3,000 Includes Four 3-Liter Bottles Two-Night Stay for Four Tour, Tasting and Dinner for Four Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Four Donors Marchesi Antinori, Owner Antica Napa Valley Napa, California Ted Baseler, President and CEO Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Napa, California
Need to get away? Here’s the perfect solution! Four (two couples) will be treated to legendary Napa Valley luxury at Auberge du Soleil and legendary Napa Valley wines at Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars and Antica Napa Valley. On arrival in the Napa Valley, the couples will check in at Auberge du Soleil for a two-night stay. Set among olive trees on a hill overlooking the valley, it’s an inn of unsurpassed luxury, service and serenity. Inspired by the view, they will eagerly head out for an exclusive wine and culinary adventure at Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. They will enjoy a tour of its spectacular caves and extraordinary arcade, followed by a guided tasting of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars’ wines. Afterward, they will venture deep inside the wine cave to dine in the most dramatic space imaginable—100 feet underground, the Round Room is a unique Napa Valley experience. Here glimpse Stag’s Leap’s impressive barrel cellar and observe one of only fifty Foucault pendulums in the world. It promises to be an unforgettable dinner. After a restful evening and leisurely morning—perhaps spent poolside— the couples will make their way to Atlas Peak to visit Antica Napa Valley, the Antinori family’s Napa Valley wine estate. A guided exploration of the vineyards and winery will detail the history of Antica and the winemaking heritage of the Antinori family. Following the tour, they will partake in a tasting of Antica wines. Lastly, they will linger over a traditional Tuscan lunch prepared by chef Kim Wiss, paired with Antica wines and served amid majestic views. Tonight the lucky winning bidder will take home a collection of Double Magnums from both wineries—2006 Stag’s Leap Cask 23 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Stag’s Leap Fay Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Stag’s Leap SLV Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and 2006 Antica Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Stay and visits are to be scheduled for mutually agreeable dates. Transportation is not included.
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Opening Bid $150 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor The Hogue and Mercer Families, Owners Mercer Wine Estates Prosser, Washington
Mercer Wine Estates Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 A partnership of the Mercer and Hogue families, Mercer Wine Estates is a family-owned Washington State winery devoted to producing premium wines that exceed expectations. The 2007 Mercer Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon balances black fruit and oak spice in gold medal winning style. It is offered here in a rare Double Magnum.
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Champagne Perrier-Jouët Fleur de Champagne Brut, 2000 Fleur de Champagne Rosé, 2002 Fleur de Champagne Blanc de Blancs, 2000 Champagne Perrier-Jouët produces exceptional Champagnes, but none as exceptional as the prestige cuvée bottlings graced with the Art-Nouveau inspired white anemones. This luxurious lot includes three of these wines—the refined, elegant 2000 Fleur de Champagne Brut; the fresh, fruity 2002 Fleur de Champagne Rosé; and the rare, powerful 2000 Fleur de Champagne Blanc de Blancs.
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102 silent lots
Opening Bid $500 Includes Three 750ml Bottles Donor Pernod Ricard, Owner Perrier-Jouët Paris, France
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Opening Bid $600 Includes Twenty 750ml Bottles Donor The Meritage Alliance Healdsburg, California
Meritage Collection The Meritage Alliance promotes and celebrates wines, both red and white, crafted solely through the blending of specific “noble” Bordeaux grape varieties. For the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction 2010, the Meritage Society has assembled a 20-bottle collection of appealingly supple and impressively complex Meritage. Included in this collection are wines from such respected names as Rodney Strong Vineyards, Murrieta’s Well, Dry Creek Vineyard, St. Supéry Vineyards & Winery, Rosenthal—The Malibu Estate and Goosecross Cellars. Go 20 for 20 by being the high bidder on this tasty collection.
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Cadaretta Wines and Clayhouse Wines Cadaretta Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Clayhouse Estate Paso Robles Petite Sirah, 2006 Under the same ownership, Cadaretta Wines and Clayhouse Wines each has its own regional focus. Cadaretta Wines produces premium wines primarily from vineyards in the Columbia Valley, while Clayhouse Wines produces wines from California’s Central Coast, principally from its estate vineyard near Paso Robles. Two beautifully etched Double Magnums comprise this lot. The 2007 Cadaretta Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon displays generous cassis, cedar and earth character, while the 2006 Clayhouse Estate Paso Robles Petite Sirah showcases raspberry, black pepper and chocolate in a structured style.
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104 silent lots
Opening Bid $500 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Donor Middletown Family Wines, Owners Cadaretta Wines and Clayhouse Wines Paso Robles, California Walla Walla, Washington
105 silent lots
Opening Bid $250 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles Donor Marie-Eve Gilla, Partner and Winemaker Forgeron Cellars Walla Walla, Washington
Cellar Highlights Forgeron Cellars “Forgeron” is the French word for blacksmith—perfect for Forgeron Cellars, as it occupies a former blacksmith shop. But “forgeron” in French also means artists who build with their hands, and this too is appropriate, since Forgeron Cellars handcrafts Washington State wines. This lot of cellar highlights encompasses many of Forgeron’s best wines of the past decade—including some now sold out. Be the high bidder and take home two bottles each of 2008 Forgeron Columbia Valley Roussanne, 2007 Forgeron Columbia Valley Chardonnay, 2004 Forgeron Klipsun Vineyard Red Mountain Merlot, 2004 Forgeron Boushey Vineyard Yakima Valley Syrah, 2004 Forgeron Champoux Vineyard Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon and 2003 Forgeron Vinfinity Columbia Valley Red Wine (a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah).
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Heitz Wine Cellars Ink Grade Napa Valley Port Founded in 1961 by the legendary Joe Heitz, Heitz Wine Cellars remains today, under the supervision of his children, one of the Napa Valley’s most revered small wineries. The Ink Grade Napa Valley Port was produced from a small block of traditional Portuguese grape varieties grown in a small vineyard in the eastern hills of the Napa Valley. Ripe, deeply fruited, deliciously sweet and undeniably warming, it is a wonderful after-dinner wine, especially in the twelve convenient half-bottles offered here.
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106 silent lots
Opening Bid $100 Includes Twelve 375ml Bottles Donor The Heitz Family, Owners Heitz Wine Cellars St. Helena, California
107 silent lots
Opening Bid $400 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles One DVD Donor The Cakebread Family, Owners Cakebread Cellars Rutherford, California
Cakebread Cornucopia Cakebread Cellars For nearly 40 years, Cakebread Cellars has been one of the Napa Valley’s most dynamic small producers, creating a portfolio of excellent wines primarily from grapes grown at nearly a dozen estate vineyards which it planted. Discover the delicious style of Cakebread Cellars in this lot, which includes two bottles each of 2008 Cakebread Napa Valley Chardonnay, 2008 Cakebread Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, 2006 Cakebread Napa Valley Merlot, 2006 Cakebread Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Cakebread Carneros Syrah and 2006 Cakebread Red Hills—Lake County Zinfandel, plus a Cakebread Cellars “Virtual Tour” DVD.
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Frenchman’s Gulch Winery Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Yakima Valley Syrah, 2007 For more than 25 years, Frenchman’s Gulch Winery has produced wonderfully drinkable Northwest wines—but the people of Ketchum apparently buy and drink every bottle! Discover this exciting small producer with these extremely rare Double Magnums, one each of the 2007 Frenchman’s Gulch Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon and the gold medal winning 2007 Frenchman’s Gulch Yakima Valley Syrah.
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108 silent lots
Opening Bid $200 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Donor Steve and Tracey McCarthy, Vintners Frenchman’s Gulch Winery Ketchum, Idaho
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Opening Bid $300 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles Donor Joe Schnerr and Melanie Kraus, Owners CINDER Winery Boise, Idaho
CINDER Winery Snake River Valley Syrah, 2008 CINDER recently was named among “The Top 10 Hottest Small Brands in North America� by Wine Business Monthly as the result of the strong performance of the wines it crafts from the Snake River Valley American Viticultural Area. This case of 2008 CINDER Snake River Valley Syrah is a case in point, offering generous fruit, smooth tannins and a long silky finish.
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Ketchum Grill Walla Walla Wine Dinner Spectacular contemporary American cuisine will be on the menu when Scott and Anne Mason of the Ketchum Grill create a lavish dinner for eight to accompany the outstanding selection of Walla Walla Valley wines selected and presented by Steve Thies of Tastevin Wine. Expect to be wowed with wine and food combinations to die for. To add to the cachet of this fabulous feast, a bottle of 1975 Chateau Petrus—the benchmark wine of Pomerol and the recipient of 98 points from The Wine Advocate—will accompany one of the courses, unless you can't wait to drink this coveted wine! The high bidder may choose to have this memorable wine dinner either at his or her home in the Ketchum area or at the Ketchum Grill. As a warm-up for the pleasures to come, tonight the high bidder will take home a Magnum each of the following exciting Washington State wines: 2005 Abeja Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Dunham Columbia Valley Syrah 2005 Seven Hills Vineyard Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 SYZYGY Walla Walla Valley Syrah 2007 Trust Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Waters Loess Vineyard Walla Walla Valley Syrah Dinner is to be scheduled in advance for a date of mutual convenience and is to be completed by July 30, 2011.
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110 silent lots
Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Six 1.5-Liter Bottles One 750ml Bottle Wine Dinner for Eight Donors Scott and Anne Mason, Ketchum Grill Steve Thies, Tastevin Wine Peter Dinkelspiel Abeja Cellars Dunham Cellars SYZYGY Seven Hills Winery Trust Cellars Waters Winery
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Opening Bid $250 Includes Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Donor Dr. Thomas Kenefick, Owner Kenefick Ranch Winery Calistoga, California
Kenefick Ranch Winery Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 Kenefick Ranch, to the northeast of Calistoga, sold grapes to some of the Napa Valley’s top wineries for two decades before producing wine under its own label in 2002. The 2005 Kenefick Ranch Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon showcases impressive fruit and classic structure. Two rare Magnums comprise the lot.
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Three Rivers Winery Champoux Vineyard Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Located just west of Walla Walla, Washington, Three Rivers Winery produces red wines from top Washington appellations— Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley, Horse Heaven Hills and Wahluke Slope. The 2007 Three Rivers Champoux Vineyard Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon is a rare single-vineyard wine that captures the vineyard’s distinctive black fruit and spice character. It is presented here in a magnificent etched Imperial.
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112 silent lots
Opening Bid $350 Includes One Six-Liter Bottle Donor Holly Turner, Winemaker Three Rivers Winery Walla Walla, Washington
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Opening Bid $500 Includes Two 750ml Bottles One Bottle Olive Oil Tour and Lunch for Four Donor Fahri Diner and Jill Layman, Proprietors SKIPSTONE Healdsburg, California
SKIPSTONE Estate Essence Skipstone is tucked between two stunning hillsides in the mountains above Alexander Valley in Sonoma County. Here 30 acres of vineyards and a small grove of Manzanillo olive trees are cultivated using organic and sustainable techniques to create a Bordeaux-inspired red wine and an Extra Virgin olive oil that are the essence of SKIPSTONE. Be the high bidder and take home a three-pack that includes a bottle each of the 2005 (the inaugural vintage) and 2006 SKIPSTONE Oliver’s Blend Alexander Valley Red Wine and a bottle of 2009 SKIPSTONE Melina’s Harvest Extra Virgin olive oil, then pack your bags for a private tour and lunch for four at SKIPSTONE, which is not open to the public. Winery visit is to be scheduled for a date mutually convenient to both parties.
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Frogmore Creek
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Tasmania Chardonnay, 2006 Tasmania Pinot Noir, 2006 Tasmania Iced Riesling, 2006
Opening Bid $100
Frogmore Creek is one of Tasmania’s most awarded wineries. This family producer takes pride in adhering to sustainable farming techniques at its 316-acre property—only a quarter of which will ever become vineyard—near Hobart. Two bottles each of 2006 Frogmore Creek Tasmania Chardonnay, 2006 Frogmore Creek Tasmania Pinot Noir and 2006 Frogmore Creek Tasmania Iced Riesling are a delicious introduction to this fine small producer.
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Includes Six 750ml Bottles Donor Terry Scherer, Co-Owner Frogmore Creek Cambridge, Tasmania
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Opening Bid $550 Includes One 1.5-Liter Bottle Private Luncheon for Four Donor Fred Furth, Proprietor Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery Healdsburg, California
Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery Russian River Valley Chardonnay, 2007 Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery will welcome four adult guests for a private luncheon at the Estate Pavilion— an imaginative four-course menu prepared by executive chef Didier Ageorges with organically grown produce from the estate’s culinary garden and fresh ingredients from Sonoma County’s finest growers and purveyors. Also included in this lot for the winning bidder to take home tonight is a Magnum of 2007 Chalk Hill Estate Russian River Valley Chardonnay, a bold, concentrated wine with generous toasty oak complexity.
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Dream Team Collection Long Shadows Vintners Made in partnership with Washington wine visionary Allen Shoup (former CEO of Chateau Ste. Michelle and Columbia Crest), Long Shadows Vintners is a collection of ultra-premium proprietary Columbia Valley wines that highlight the talents of some of the world’s great winemakers. Six Magnums are included in the collection offered here: 2006 Saggi (Sangiovese/Cabernet/Syrah by Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari) 2006 Sequel (Syrah by John Duval, formerly of Penfolds Grange) 2005 Chester-Kidder (Red Wine by Gilles Nicault, formerly of Woodward Canyon) 2006 Pedestal (Merlot by Michel Rolland, Pomerol vintner and winemaking consultant) 2006 Pirouette (Red Wine by Philippe Melka of Bryant Family and Hundred Acre, and Agustin Huneeus Sr. of Quintessa) 2006 Feather (Cabernet Sauvignon by Randy Dunn of Dunn Vineyards). This lot also includes a tour and tasting for four at Long Shadows Vintners winery in Walla Walla, Washington. Tour and tasting is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.
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116 silent lots
Opening Bid $550 Includes Six 1.5-Liter Bottles Tour and Tasting for Four Donor Allen Shoup, Founder Long Shadows Vintners Walla Walla, Washington
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Opening Bid $1,500 Includes Twenty-Four 750ml Bottles Lunch for Four Donor Peter Rubissow, Owner Rubissow Wines Napa, California
Wine and Dine Package Rubissow Wines Situated high on the slopes of Mt. Veeder in the Napa Valley, Rubissow Wines produces impressive red wines from 18 acres of ski-slope-steep vineyards. Discover this fine producer for yourself, first with six bottles each of 2006 Rubissow Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Rubissow Mt. Veeder Merlot, 2006 Rubissow Trompettes Mt. Veeder Proprietary Red Wine and 2006 Rubissow “Rubissow-Sargent Reserve” Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon, and then with a private VIP lunch for four at Rubissow Winery’s Mt. Veeder estate when next in the Napa Valley. Lunch is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.
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Ramey Wine Cellars Hudson Vineyard Carneros Chardonnay, 2006 Larkmead Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Winemaker David Ramey worked for a “who’s who” of wine producers before establishing his eponymous wine cellars in 1996. Having his own brand allows Ramey to take chances in pursuit of greatness, and the results have been wines that frequently rank among the very best from California. The 2006 Ramey Hudson Vineyard Carneros Chardonnay is youthful and powerful, with green apple, citrus and vanilla character. Deftly balanced, it received a 91 from The Wine Advocate. The 2006 Ramey Larkmead Vineyard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is bold yet generous, with cassis, herb, smoke and chocolate nuances. Already approachable, it garnered a 92+ from The Wine Advocate. A Double Magnum of each wine comprises the lot.
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118 silent lots
Opening Bid $550 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Donor David and Carla Ramey, Proprietors Ramey Wine Cellars Healdsburg, California
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Opening Bid $500 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Donor Stephen Janes, Partner Melville Winery Lompoc, California
Melville Winery Terraces Estate Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir, 2008 Carrie’s Estate Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir, 2008 Established in 1996, Melville Winery now has a handsome winemaking facility near Lompoc and two estate vineyards in Santa Barbara County. The primary vineyard in Santa Rita Hills has plantings of Chardonnay, Syrah and Viognier, but the primary grape is Pinot Noir—a total of 14 different clones. The two Pinot Noir bottlings offered here are from separate and distinct corners of that vineyard. The 2008 Melville Terraces Pinot Noir displays dense black and red fruit on a light, smooth palate. The 2008 Melville Carrie’s Pinot Noir exhibits concentrated red fruit and spice in a brawny, mouthfilling style. Both are offered here in rare Double Magnums.
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Private Napa Valley Tour and Tastings Situated in downtown Napa, Vintner’s Collective is a one-of-a-kind tasting room where 18 of Napa Valley’s small producers pour their wines. Taste some of the region’s most coveted wines with this certificate good for a private tasting for six. Clos Pegase Winery invites eight for a private guided tour that encompasses its world-recognized architecture and art collection. After this informative and humorous tour, the eight will enjoy a private tasting of Clos Pegase’s award-winning wines. Come experience the beauty of this “temple to wine.” Both events are to be scheduled in advance for dates and times of mutual convenience.
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120 silent lots
Opening Bid $200 Includes Private Tasting for Six Private Tour and Tasting for Eight DonorS Vintner’s Collective Clos Pegase Winery
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Opening Bid $800 Includes Seven 750ml Bottles Donor Trudi Schneider
Napa Valley and Burgundy This lot encompasses fine, well-aged Napa Valley and Burgundy reds from several top producers. The following wines comprise the lot: two bottles of 1992 Opus One Napa Valley Red Wine and one bottle each of 1991 Opus One Napa Valley Red Wine, 1990 Georges Lignier Clos de la Roche, 1992 Domaine Leroy Vosne RomanĂŠe Les Genevrieres, 1988 Michel Gaunoux Corton Renardes and 1983 Domaine Ponsot Griottes-Chambertin.
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Cain Vineyard & Winery Concept—The Benchland Napa Valley Red Wine, 2005 Cain Concept—The Benchland is a Bordeaux-inspired red produced from Napa Valley grapes grown on the alluvial benches at the foot of the mountains near Oakville, Rutherford and St. Helena. The product of an exceptional vintage, the 2005 Cain Concept—The Benchland Napa Valley Red Wine is ripe and generous, with red fruit, coffee and cocoa nuances. Nicely polished yet solidly structured, it should evolve for many more years, especially in the Double Magnum offered here.
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122 silent lots
Opening Bid $200 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor James and Nancy Meadlock, Owners Cain Vineyard & Winery St. Helena, California
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Opening Bid $350 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles Napa Tour Package for Four Donor Joe Gennaro, Owner J. Benton Furrow Manteca, California
Napa Wine and Dine J. Benton Furrow Four will join a representative of J. Benton Furrow for a three-winery tour of the Napa Valley, which includes a picnic lunch and culminates in a tour and dinner at The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone. The winning bidder will go home tonight with six bottles of 2005 J. Benton Furrow Sonoma/Oakley Petite Sirah and six bottles of 2004 J. Benton Furrow Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon. Tour is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.
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Sun Valley Harvest Festival The best of Sun Valley food and wine will be on display at the Sun Valley Harvest Festival September 24 and 25, 2010, and these two gold all-access passes will get you and a guest into all 13 cooking demonstrations and presentations, two wine tastings, the Harvest Restaurant Walk and the Harvest Martini Party. You and your guest also will enjoy a Harvest Dinner (not including tax, gratuity and alcoholic beverages) at one of Ketchum's newest restaurants, Cornerstone Bar and Grill.
124 silent lots
Opening Bid $300 Includes Two Harvest Festival Passes Donors Sun Valley Harvest Festival Cornerstone Bar and Grill
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Opening Bid $250 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor The Peter Mondavi Family, Owners Charles Krug Winery St. Helena, California
Charles Krug Winery Vintage Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Charles Krug Winery has produced a Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon since 1944. The 2006 Charles Krug Vintage Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ranks among the finest in recent years. Displaying black cherry fruit and smoke, chocolate and toasty oak complexity, it is a wine of weight and structure and should develop for years in this Double Magnum.
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Experience Somerston Wine Company Somerston Vineyards is a new, exciting and impressive vineyard estate in the eastern hills of the Napa Valley near Sage Canyon Road. Four guests will be treated to a private, open-air buggy tour through Somerston Vineyards’ 1,682-acre estate, featuring sweeping vistas, grazing Dorper sheep and nearly 300 acres of vines. It’s like visiting a national park without ever leaving the Napa Valley! Following the tour, the four guests will taste Somerston, Priest Ranch and Highflyer wines paired with locally crafted artisan cheeses. Until their visit, the high bidder and guests can experience Somerston Vineyards by enjoying the selection of wines included with this lot—two bottles each of 2008 Highflyer Napa Valley Grenache Blanc, 2008 Highflyer Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir and 2007 Priest Ranch Napa Valley Petite Sirah. Visit is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience. Blackout dates include Auction Napa Valley Weekend (June 2–5, 2011) and December 22, 2010–January 4, 2011. Visit certificate expires July 23, 2011.
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126 silent lots
Opening Bid $300 Includes Six 750ml Bottles Tour and Tasting for Four Donor Allan Chapman, Proprietor Somerston Wine Company St. Helena, California
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Opening Bid $1,000 Includes Six 750ml Bottles Tour, Tasting and Dinner for Six Donor Dale and Marla Bleecher, Owners Jericho Canyon Vineyard Calistoga, California
Cellar Treasure and Estate Adventure Jericho Canyon Vineyard Though first planted in 1990, Jericho Canyon Vineyard didn’t begin producing wine under its own label until 2001, and not until 2006 was a winery completed at this 40-acre vineyard estate at the base of Napa Valley’s Mount St. Helena. The fortunate winning bidder will go home tonight with a cellar treasure—a complete vertical collection in bottles of 2001–2006 Jericho Canyon Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. In addition, the high bidder’s party of six will enjoy an estate adventure—a tour and tasting at Jericho Canyon Vineyard, followed by dinner in the wine cave or in the vintner’s home (depending on the time of year)—when next in the Napa Valley. Winery visit is to be scheduled for a date mutually agreeable to both parties.
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Renwood Winery Old Vine Amador County Zinfandel, 2006
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Opening Bid $100
Surrounded by some of California’s oldest Zinfandel Vineyards, Renwood Winery produces award-winning wines from Amador County and the Sierra foothills. The 2006 Renwood Old Vine Amador County Zinfandel blends the best old vine lots from local vineyards and showcases generous berry fruit, holiday spice and cedar character. This big, beautiful Double Magnum will be perfect for any festive winter celebration.
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Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor Robert Smerling, Founder Renwood Winery Plymouth, California
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Opening Bid $250 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor Miljenko Grgich and Austin Hills, Co-Proprietors Grgich Hills Estate Rutherford, California
Grgich Hills Estate Yountville Selection Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 Under the supervision of famed winemaker Miljenko “Mike” Grgich, Grgich Hills Estate has produced delicious and stylish wines from vineyards throughout the Napa Valley for more than 30 years. Cabernet Sauvignon always has been Grgich Hills’ signature wine, and the 2005 Grgich Hills Yountville Selection Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a brooding, deeply fruited and beautifully balanced rendition. It is presented here in a handsomely etched Double Magnum.
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Santa Lucia Highlands Collection Located along the western edge of the Salinas Valley on California’s Central Coast, the Santa Lucia Highlands American Viticultural Area is a benchland appellation that rises above the fog line and offers excellent drainage and southeastern exposure—conditions ideal for growing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah of exceptional quality and character. The Santa Lucia Highlands Wine Artisans have created this collection to showcase the region’s unique personality. The following bottles comprise the lot: 2008 Loring Garys’ Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2007 Tondré Grapefield Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2008 August West Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2007 HAHN SLH Estate Santa Lucia Highlands Syrah 2007 La Rochelle Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2008 Puma Road Black Mountain Vineyards Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay 2007 Pessagno Four Boys Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2007 Pessagno Intrinity Santa Lucia Highlands Chardonnay 2007 Boekenoogen Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2008 ROAR Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2007 Lucia Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2008 Paraiso Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir
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Opening Bid $450 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles Donor Santa Lucia Highlands Wine Artisans
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Opening Bid $100 Includes Lamb Grill Sampler and Tote Bag Donor Brian and Kathleen Bean Lava Lake Lamb
Grill Sampler Lava Lake Lamb raises exceptional, free-range lamb that graze on Idaho grasslands from the Snake River Plain to mountain meadows near Sun Valley. Never placed in feedlots, never given hormones or antibiotics and allowed to grow and mature naturally, Lava Lake Lamb is tender and flavorful, yet lower in fat than grain-fed lamb. So natural is this lamb that a significant proportion of Lava Lake Lamb and the land is Certified Organic by the USDA. Discover the difference with this grilling sampler from Lava Lake Lamb: one package of Certified Organic lamb chops (four chops), three packages of Certified Organic ground lamb (three pounds), a Certified Organic sausage sampler (four one-pound packages) and an organic cotton Lava Lake tote bag.
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Meadowcroft Wines Meadowcroft Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Meadowcroft Sonoma County Zinfandel, 2007 The Meadowcroft family of wines encompasses both the Magito and Meadowcroft labels, which produce award-winning wines that showcase the intrinsic character of their specific grape varieties and vineyard origins, respectively. The 2007 Meadowcroft Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon displays deep berry fruit and a hint of forest earth, while the 2007 Meadowcroft Sonoma County Zinfandel highlights dark fruit, spice and cedar. Five bottles of each comprise the lot.
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Opening Bid $300 Includes Ten 750ml Bottles Donor Tom Meadowcroft, Winemaker Meadowcroft Wines Sebastopol, California
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Opening Bid $200 Includes Limited Edition Serigraph Donors Mike Smith
Trellis Come explore the wonderful worlds created by popular Pacific Northwest artist Mike Smith. Smith’s work conveys universal themes and ideas, but the focus of his painting and sculpture is centered on vibrant scenes from his small farm near Camas, Washington. Trellis is a fine example of his unique, colorful style—a style that’s influenced many other artists.
Jason Roth Blue Heron Workshop
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Codorníu
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Pinot Noir Cava Spain’s first rosé Cava produced exclusively with Pinot Noir grapes, the Codorníu Pinot Noir Cava combines generous sparkle and delicate wild berry fruit with a crisp, elegant finish. Five bottles comprise the lot.
Opening Bid $50 Includes Five 750ml Bottles Donor Codorníu Barcelona, Spain
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Opening Bid $400 Includes One 1.5-Liter Bottle Six 750ml Bottles Donor Epicurean Wines
Barossa Valley Bounty The Barossa Valley of Australia produces Shiraz of remarkable fruit and intensity. Two of the region’s very best bottlings are featured in this lot. The 2008 Glaetzer Amon Ra Barossa Valley Shiraz is one of the rarest vintages of this prestige bottling since its inception. Forward, spicy and approachable, it received a 92 from The Wine Advocate and is offered here in a rare Magnum. A vertical collection that includes two bottles each of 2004, 2005 and 2006 Charles Cimicky Reserve Barossa Valley Shiraz showcases the smoky black fruit character, uncommon weight and polished texture of this noble and age-worthy Shiraz.
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Luis Felipe Edwards Reserva Sampler Established in 1976, Luis Felipe Edwards is one of the most progressive wineries in Chile. Based in the Colchagua Valley, this technologically advanced winery now produces more than a million cases per year. Discover this producer’s delicious wines with this sampler—three bottles each of 2008 Luis Felipe Edwards Reserva Chile Merlot, 2009 Luis Felipe Edwards Reserva Chile Sauvignon Blanc, 2008 Luis Felipe Edwards Reserva Chile Cabernet Sauvignon and 2008 Luis Felipe Edwards Reserva Chile Carmenere.
wine auction 2010
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Opening Bid $250 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles Donor Luis Felipe Edwards Santiago, Chile
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Opening Bid $350 Includes Six 750ml Bottles Donor Jacques Pierre Schlumberger, Proprietor Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate Healdsburg, California
Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate Estate “Deux Terres” Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 Produced with grapes from two estate vineyards on the western benchlands of Dry Creek Valley, the 2004 Michel-Schlumberger Estate “Deux Terres” Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon brims with delicious red fruit and spice character. Enjoyable now, it will continue to evolve with brief additional cellaring. Six bottles comprise the lot.
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Fraser Vineyard Estate Snake River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 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 Estate Snake River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon proves the rightness of his choice. Always generous and complex, Fraser Vineyard Estate Snake River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon shows the influence of vintage in the rare vertical collection offered here. Two bottles each of the 2005, 2006 and 2007 Fraser Vineyard Estate Snake River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon will enable the high bidder to appreciate those differences as these impressive wines age.
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Opening Bid $150 Includes Six 750ml Bottles Donor Bill and Bev Fraser, Owners and Winemakers Fraser Vineyard Boise, Idaho
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Opening Bid $200 Includes Three 750ml Bottles Donor New West Spirits
Napa Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Santa Lucia Highlands Those new to California wines are often awed by the sheer size of wine country. Reaching from Humboldt County in the north to San Diego County in the south and from the Pacific Coast in the west to the Sierra Nevada in the east, it covers an immense number of vineyard acres—522,000 at last count—and dozens of regions. The three wines that comprise this lot come from three of California’s best vineyard locations. The 2006 Husic Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, from a small estate in the Stags Leap District, shows superb ripeness and finesse. The 2004 Michel-Schlumberger Estate “Deux Terres” Dry Creek Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, from benchland vineyards in Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley, offers delicious red fruit, spice and pepper character. The 2006 Manzoni Private Reserve Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir, from Monterey County’s Santa Maria Highlands, makes its mark with elegant cherry fruit, violet nuances and age-worthy structure.
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Sun Valley Center Wine Auction Original Art, 2010 Based in Portland, Oregon, artist Rachel Ann Austin has gained a considerable following for her art, which captures the simple beauty found in everyday life. Highlighting plain shapes and brilliant colors, her mixed-media works combine boldness and innocence in a captivating style. For the 2010 Sun Valley Center Wine Auction, she has created four colorful paintings—using maps of the Sun Valley region as her canvases—featured in the invitation and catalog. The original paintings offered here will be sold as a set that includes: • Birds and Lupines depicting birds flying above lupines • Sun Valley Center Wine Auction Paddles depicting bidding paddles being raised under strings of lights • Sun Valley Center Wine Auction Tent depicting the Wine Auction’s “big top” tent and flowers, with Bald Mountain in the background • Swings and Wine depicting a wine bottle and two glasses on playground swings against a mountain backdrop.
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Opening Bid $400 Includes Four Original Paintings Donor Rachel Ann Austin
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Opening Bid $100 Includes Two 750ml Bottles Tour and Tasting for Four Donor Ryan and Miles MacDonnell, Proprietors Round Pond Estate Rutherford, California
Round Pond Estate Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc, 2009 Round Pond Estate is one of the great estates of the Napa Valley. Only a tiny percentage of grapes from its 350 acres of vineyards go into wines produced under its own label, but those wines exemplify the excellence of this spectacular Rutherford property. The 2007 Round Pond Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon recently garnered a 94 from the Wine Spectator for its powerful, layered character, and the vibrant 2009 Round Pond Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc, the first from recently planted Sauvignon Blanc vines, received a 90 from the same publication. In addition to one bottle each of these wines, the high bidder and three friends are invited to visit Round Pond Estate for a tour and tasting when next in the Napa Valley.
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Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery “Le Terre Foss” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, 2008 “777” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, 2008 The 2008 vintage in the Willamette Valley is a standout for Pinot Noir, and these two wines demonstrate that quality with individual style. The 2008 Elkhorn Ridge “Le Terre Foss” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, a blend of four clones, shows feminine red fruit character and subtle spice. The 2008 Elkhorn Ridge “777” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir displays bold black fruit character and uncommon structure. Production of each wine is tiny, and the Double Magnums offered here are especially rare.
wine auction 2010
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Opening Bid $300 Includes Two 3-Liter Bottles Donor Charles Foss, Owner Elkhorn Ridge Vineyards & Winery Sun Valley, Idaho
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Opening Bid $800 Includes Five 1.5-Liter Bottles Donor Ted Baseler, President and CEO Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Napa, California
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Estate FAY Vineyard Stags Leap District The FAY Vineyard is where the story of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars began back in 1969, when founder Warren Winiarski tasted Nathan Fay’s 1968 homemade Cabernet. Warren knew instantly that he had found what he was searching for— classic elements of fruit, structure, finesse and balance, all in perfect proportion. It was a style Warren refers to as “an iron fist in a velvet glove.” This rare five-year vertical Magnum collection, spanning 2002–2006, is a true collector’s item.
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Champagne Laurent-Perrier Brut Founded in 1812, Laurent-Perrier has been avant-garde in creating unique and elegant Champagnes for nearly 200 years. The house was acquired by the Nonancourt family in 1939 and, in the years since, has become one of the world’s most esteemed Champagnes and the largest family-owned brand in Champagne. Laurent-Perrier Brut is an illustrious non-vintage Brut Champagne that achieves freshness, elegance and balance through unusually high proportions of Chardonnay and reserve wine in the cuvÊe. It is offered here in a very rare Jeroboam.
wine auction 2010
144 silent lots
Opening Bid $300 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor Bertrand de Fleurian, President Champagne Laurent-Perrier, US Sausalito, California
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Opening Bid $250 Includes Six 750ml Bottles Donor The Talley Family, Owners Talley Vineyards Arroyo Grande, California
Single Vineyard Sampler Talley Vineyards Talley Vineyards is a family-owned and operated winery that specializes in estate-grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from vineyards in Arroyo Grande Valley and Edna Valley in California’s Central Coast. In recent years, Talley Vineyards has drawn on its intimate knowledge of the region to establish several noteworthy small vineyards, which now are the sources for its Single Vineyard Selections. A six-bottle sampler of Talley Single Vineyard Selection Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs comprise this lot: 2007 Talley Oliver’s Vineyard Edna Valley Chardonnay 2007 Talley Rincon Vineyard Arroyo Grande Valley Chardonnay 2007 Talley Rosemary’s Vineyard Arroyo Grande Valley Chardonnay 2007 Talley Stone Corral Vineyard Edna Valley Pinot Noir 2007 Talley Rosemary’s Vineyard Arroyo Grande Valley Pinot Noir 2007 Talley Rincon Vineyard Arroyo Grande Valley Pinot Noir
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Port Trio
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Quinta do Tedo Situated in the heart of Portugal’s Alto Douro, Quinta do Tedo is a small estate producing distinctive Ports and Douro D.O.C. table wines. The trio of Ports offered here showcases the fine quality of these sweet, warming and delicious fortified wines. The Quinta do Tedo Finest Reserve #31 Port is a blend of three vintage-worthy vintages that—thanks to long aging in wood—shows fine tawny character. The 1999 Quinta do Tedo Late Bottled Vintage Port is a Port that combines the vigor of youth and the smoothness of maturation in large wood casks. The 1997 Quinta do Tedo Vintage Port is a layered, complex wine from an outstanding vintage that is only now reaching maturity. Two bottles of each Port comprise this lot.
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Opening Bid $150 Includes Six 750ml Bottles Donor Vincent and Kay Bouchard, Owners Quinta do Tedo Vila Seca, Portugal
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Opening Bid $150 Includes Three 750ml Bottles Tasting for Four Donor Bruce Cunningham, Partner X Winery and Amicus Cellars Napa, California
X Winery and Amicus Cellars Amicus Cellars Spring Mountain District Special Blend X Winery reaches out to vineyards throughout California’s North Coast to produce big wines that offer good value. Amicus Cellars is reserved for limited edition Napa Valley Wines. While the 2001, 2002 and 2003 Amicus Spring Mountain District Special Blend Red Wines were produced in tiny quantities, each displays the rich fruit and finesse that have made Cabernet-based wines from the Spring Mountain District so prized. In addition to this three-bottle vertical collection, the high bidder will receive a certificate good for a complimentary tasting for four at X Winery and Amicus Cellars’ downtown Napa tasting room.
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Rusack Vineyards Santa Barbara County Syrah, 2007 Situated in Ballard Canyon along California’s Central Coast, Rusack Vineyards is dedicated to crafting wines of distinction and elegance. While Rusack Vineyards produces a range of premium grape varieties, much of its production now is focused on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Rhone. The 2007 Rusack Santa Barbara County Syrah, produced from estate grapes, incorporates small amounts of Petite Sirah and Grenache in the final blend to achieve generous fruit, spice and texture. It is offered here in a rare Jeroboam, which bears an etched and hand-painted rendition of vintage Sun Valley artwork.
wine auction 2010
148 silent lots
Opening Bid $400 Includes One 5-Liter Bottle Donor Geoff and Alison Rusack, Vintners Rusack Vineyards Solvang, California
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Opening Bid $400 Includes Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Donor Ron and Teri Kuhn, Owners Pillar Rock Vineyard Napa, California
Pillar Rock Vineyard Stags Leap District Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 From 22 acres of estate vineyards in the heart of the Napa Valley’s Stags Leap District, Pillar Rock Vineyard produces Cabernet Sauvignon in an elegant, forward style. Blended with a small percentage of estate Merlot and aged exclusively in new French oak barrels, the 2004 Pillar Rock Stags Leap District Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon shows luscious texture and medium body. Two Magnums comprise the lot, each presented in a decorative wood box.
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Canihan Family Cellars Estate Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir, 2006 Produced with grapes drawn from Canihan’s biodynamically farmed, unirrigated 3.75-acre certified organic estate vineyard, the award-winning 2006 Canihan Family Sonoma Valley Pinot Noir displays copious red fruit character, integrated cedar complexity and fine structure. Only 705 cases were produced and the high bidder will take two of those cases home.
wine auction 2010
150 silent lots
Opening Bid $550 Includes Twenty-Four 750ml Bottles Donor Bill Canihan, Proprietor Canihan Family Cellars Sonoma, California
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Opening Bid $300 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor Don and Rhonda Carano, Proprietors Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery Healdsburg, California
Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery PreVail Back Forty Alexander Valley Red Wine, 2006 About to celebrate its 30th anniversary, Ferrari-Carano began with serious ambitions and made those ambitions a reality by becoming one of Sonoma County’s most respected medium-sized producers. The 2006 Ferrari-Carano PreVail Back Forty Alexander Valley Red Wine is a Cabernet Sauvignon drawn entirely from a low-yielding vineyard high in the Mayacamas Mountains. Aged exclusively in small French oak barrels, it is a wine of vibrant, layered fruit and extraordinary elegance. It is presented here in a rare Double Magnum, personally autographed by proprietors Don and Rhonda Carano and packed in a wood box.
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Idaho Wines Sip and Savor Sip and savor your way through Idaho wine country while taking in beautiful views and meeting amazing winemakers. This tour for two will start in downtown Caldwell at Fujishin Family Cellars, just 30 minutes from Boise. Then head to Bitner Vineyards and its breathtaking view. Travel down the hill to Koenig Winery and look in on their distillery while there. Then it’s across the highway to Williamson Orchard and Winery—hopefully they will have lots of fruit for you to sample during your visit. While heading to the next town, visit one of Idaho’s youngest winemakers at Davis Creek Cellars. Last but not least, on your way back to Boise, stop at Indian Creek Winery, one of the oldest vineyards in the state. The high bidder will take home 12 bottles of fine Idaho wine tonight to prepare for this Idaho sip and savor, including bottles from Ste. Chapelle Winery, Bitner Vineyards, Fujishin Family Cellars and Davis Creek Cellars.
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Opening Bid $150 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles One-Day Wine Tour for Two Donor Idaho Grape Growers and Wine Producers Commission
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Opening Bid $600 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor Dr. Madaiah Revana, Owner Revana Family Vineyard St. Helena, California
Revana Family Vineyard St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Just north of St. Helena in the Napa Valley, Revana Family Vineyard draws on the expertise of vineyard manager Jim Barbour and winemaker Heidi Peterson Barrett to create an excellent Cabernet Sauvignon from nine acres of splendidly sited vines. The 2006 Revana Family St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon, from the “latest” harvest in the vineyard’s history, boasts powerful black fruit, sweet French oak and soft, smooth texture. This vintage sold out at the winery more than a year ago and the Double Magnum offered here is a particular rarity.
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Coffee Fix
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Begin with one beautifully crafted French press, ideal for making rich, complex coffee. Pair it with one customizable tumbler, to which you can add pictures or drawings. Then add one pound of limited edition 3 Region Blend coffee, smooth and exquisitely layered in character, plus one pound of Guatemalan Antigua coffee, a balanced Latin American bean with smooth cocoa texture and flavor. Brew. Drink. Coffee fix complete.
Opening Bid $50 Includes One French Press One Tumbler Two Pounds of Coffee Donor Starbucks Coffee Company
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Opening Bid $600 Includes Six 750ml Bottles Donor Gallo Family Wines, Owner Louis M. Martini St. Helena, California
Louis M. Martini Lot 1 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon The concept of Lot wines at Louis M. Martini began in 1968, when Louis P. Martini first made luxury Cabernet Sauvignons from selected barrels, each bottling of which was given a lot number. Now Louis P. Martini’s son Michael has revived the Lot concept. Produced with mountain-grown Napa Valley fruit and aged exclusively in new French oak barrels, the Louis M. Martini Lot 1 Cabernet Sauvignons—limited to a few hundred cases per vintage—are its very best. Two bottles each of the 2004, 2005 and 2006 Louis M. Martini Lot 1 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon—a double vertical collection—comprise the lot.
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Calera Wine Company Mills Vineyard Mt. Harlan Pinot Noir, 2006 For 35 years, Calera has produced dramatic, complex Pinot Noirs from estate vineyards on a rare patch of limestone soil high in the Gavilan Mountains east of Monterey Bay. The 2006 Calera Mills Vineyard Mt. Harlan Pinot Noir exhibits explosive fruit, earthy complexity and polished texture. This remarkable wine is offered here in a rare Double Magnum that has been personally autographed by proprietor/winemaker/generalissimo Josh Jensen.
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Opening Bid $250 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor Josh Jensen, Proprietor Calera Wine Company Hollister, California
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Opening Bid $250 Includes Eight 750ml Bottles Donor Nils Venge, Owner and Winemaker Saddleback Cellars Oakville, California
Two Vertical Collections Saddleback Cellars Nils Venge is one of the Napa Valley’s most respected winemakers, with a heritage of great wines that goes back to—he’s going to hate us for this—1974. For the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction, he has rounded up two vertical collections from Saddleback Cellars, his own small winery. The 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 Saddleback Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 Saddleback Napa Valley Merlot encompass medal-winners, high-point-getters from the wine pundits and a couple of vintages that have yet to be released. In short, they are wines worth corralling.
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Rutherford Vintners Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Napa Valley Merlot, 2007 Napa Valley Chardonnay, 2007 While originally a small cellar in the heart of the Napa Valley, Rutherford Vintners now draws grapes from throughout the valley for wines produced in a “drink it now� style. Four bottles each of the 2007 Rutherford Vintners Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2007 Rutherford Vintners Napa Valley Merlot and 2007 Rutherford Vintners Napa Valley Chardonnay make up this lot.
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Opening Bid $100 Includes Twelve 750ml Bottles Donor Bronco Wine Company, Owner Rutherford Vintners Rutherford, California
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Opening Bid $1,000 Includes Two 1.5-Liter Bottles One-Night Stay for Eight Winemaker's Dinner for Eight Donor Chip and Sandra Fisher, Proprietors George IV Wines Sun Valley, Idaho
Royal Stay George IV Wines Chip and Sandra Fisher of George IV Wines invite the high bidder’s party of eight (four couples) for a one-night stay and winemaker’s dinner at Silvertip, their property out Warm Springs in Ketchum. Nestled amid stands of aspen and fir, with Warm Springs Creek gurgling nearby and Bald Mountain in the background, Silvertip captures the essence of mountain living. Four cozy, comfortable cabins will be the lucky group’s accommodations for the night. The Fishers' beautiful stone and timber home nearby will be where they host the group for an exquisite George IV winemaker’s dinner. Produced with grapes from California’s finest appellations, including Rutherford, Napa Valley, Sonoma Coast and Santa Lucia Highlands, George IV wines are limited edition bottlings of impressive quality. It’s a stay suitable for royalty—but leave the crown at home! To provide a taste of the pleasures to come, the high bidder will go home tonight with two Magnums of 2006 George IV Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon. Stay and dinner package is to be scheduled for a date of mutual convenience.
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Sawtooth Winery
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Idaho Syrah From one of Idaho’s oldest wineries, this estate-grown Syrah showcases plum fruit, generous spice and a delicate note of vanilla from aging in small oak barrels. This is a fruit-forward Syrah that is ready to be enjoyed, though it can certainly be cellared in the rare Double Magnum offered here.
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Opening Bid $50 Includes One 3-Liter Bottle Donor Bill Murray, Winemaker Sawtooth Winery Nampa, Idaho
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About the Artist rachel ann austin
Rachel’s paintings reflect a sense of innocence with simple shapes and bold colors. Her mixed media map paintings touch on travel and the crisp moments of beauty we see around us everyday. Rachel exhibited at the Sun Valley Center Arts & Crafts Festival in 2009 and will be returning in 2010. Rachel is a fulltime artist and resides in Portland with her husband, Jon, and daughter, Adelaide. To see more, please visit www.rachelannaustin.com.
As we conclude the celebration of the 29th Annual Sun Valley Center Wine Auction, we toast all who participated this year with their donations, their presence and their generous bids.
Thank you!
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