2017 Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction Catalog by Sun Valley Museum of Art

Sun Valley Center for the Arts

WINE AUC TION JULY 20-22, 2017

A Celebration of Wine A Benefit For Arts & Education

Wine Auction

CO - CHAIRS

Sarah Woodward & Carol Swig

Art is about deconstructing walls and breaking the rules... Art challenges us to dig a little deeper within ourselves and the world around us... When we moved to the Wood River Valley, the Sun Valley Center for the Arts welcomed the two of us and gave us a deeper sense of community. This inspired us to get involved with the Center and to help further their mission of making art and art education available to every member of this valley. Art is our legacy... Let's raise our glasses to toast the past, present and future successes of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts.

Cheers!!

Carol M. Swig and Sarah Woodward

Art is...community.

ART & COMMUNIT Y

Art is ...Connection .

tion a r i p s n I . Art is ..

Art is ...Creativ ity .

GO HAND IN HAND

Art is ...a Shared Experience .

Art is ... a Bet ter Future .

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Dear Wine Auction Friends, Welcome to the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction. Thank you for being a part of this special tradition. This year we honor our friend and supporter, Jack Thornton for his magnificent contributions to The Sun Valley Center for the Arts. Jack embodied the spirit of the Wine Auction, he loved the event and reveled in the joy of giving back. By being with us this weekend and supporting The Center’s efforts through the Wine Auction, you honor Jack’s spirit and his robust enthusiasm for this event. It is our pleasure to host you in the mountains of Idaho for this important fundraiser. Your participation as an attendee, as a vintner or chef, as a dinner host, a sponsor or as a volunteer adds to the success of our work and the growth of this remarkable community. Your contribution ensures that arts and culture are integral in the lives of the youth in this valley.

Art is...inspiration.

The Center reaffirmed its commitment to arts education last year and we are dedicated to honoring and enhancing that commitment. National studies indicate that arts education increases graduation rates. We are proud to report that the Blaine Country School District has seen an increase in its graduation rate for a third consecutive year. The Center’s K-12 Arts Education programs contribute significantly to these positive developments in our community, and are only made possible through your support. Our internal impact report reflects that our total student reach this year is 7,196 students. Simply put, we see every student in the Wood River Valley multiple times a year. The creative expression and active engagement that The Center cultivates is a powerful tool for these young people and it will support them as they move beyond this community and into their futures. Have a wonderful time this weekend and rest assured that your support is opening worlds to our youth and inspiring creative confidence for a new group of leaders. I encourage you to raise your paddle… Jack always did… with a big smile on his face!

With gratitude and appreciation, Christine Davis-Jeffers, Executive Director

JACK THORNTON In Memoriam

Jack Thornton is one of the significant reasons that the Sun Valley Center of the Arts exists today. When he passed away in January of this year, he left behind an incomparable legacy of support to The Center that began more than three decades ago. It continued without pause with his wife, Gail, at his side. A frequent Board member, Jack was among a group of young wine aficionados who saw the potential of an event that would combine great chefs with talented vintners under the backdrop of the dazzling beauty of the Wood River Valley. It was to be a food and wine celebration on behalf of the community. The Sun Valley Wine Auction proved to be as successful and enduring as his many business pursuits. Also, it sparked the founding of similar events on behalf of nonprofits nationwide. In short, it was visionary. Jack’s capacity for humor and practical jokes is legendary. Any gathering of friends or colleagues could easily fill a book with tales. A lifelong Francophile, Jack spent years trying to become fluent in the language that he loved, but never quite got it. His spectacular restaurant, Evergreen, was his homage to the wine and the cuisine of France he so loved and was a treasured by locals and visitors alike. An avid cyclist, his “boys bike trips” to France brought together the likes of David Reynolds, Dick Fairfield, Chris Kastner, Bill Tribolet. Planned with military precision by Jack, the trips were the ultimate in joie de vivre experiences. River trips down the Middle Fork of the Salmon were a summer staple for friends and family. Of course, Jack filled an entire j-boat with wine to make sure no thirst went unquenched.

Art is...a legacy.

During the course of his life, Jack’s philanthropy knew no bounds and he often quietly supported organizations and individuals with little or no fanfare or recognition. Frequently this was done anonymously. Husband, father, grandfather, entrepreneur, gourmet, jokester, oenophile, cyclist, golfer, rock solid friend, banjo player, builder, generous heart. Jack embraced life to the fullest.

Let’s all raise a glass in his magnificent memory! Colleen Buckley

General Information

Art is ... Connection.

Art & Community Go Hand in Hand.

Presenting Sponsor

WE E KE ND SCHE DULE THURSDAY JULY 20

SATURDAY JULY 22

Registration & Auction Lot Viewing

Winning Bidders Brunch

10am–5pm Dollar Mountain Lodge Silent Lot bidding begins

Vintner Dinners

6pm Private homes throughout the Valley

9:30am–11:30am Cristina’s Restaurant

Auction Lot Purchase Pick-up 10am–1pm Dollar Mountain Lodge

Early Entry Vine & Dine Plus

FRIDAY JULY 21

5pm–6:30pm Dollar Mountain Lodge Indoor Wine Tasting

Registration & Auction Lot Viewing

General Entry Vine & Dine

10am–3pm Dollar Mountain Lodge Silent Lot bidding continues

6pm–9pm Dollar Mountain Lawn Outdoor Concert and Picnic

Wine Auction Gala

5pm–10pm Dollar Mountain Lodge Tent

Friendly reminder: There is no parking at Dollar Lodge for Vine & Dine. Bubbly Bus sponsored by Domaine Ste. Michelle is provided, departing from the Pavilion parking lot on Dollar Road.

Sun Valley Center for the Arts

WINE AU C TI O N GAL A

GA L A E V E NING SCHE DULE 5pm Silent Lot bidding Champagne reception featuring Nicolas Feuillatte

5:30pm Vintner reception Featured wines: 2013 Law Estate â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;First Tracksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Red Blend 2016 Avennia Oliane Sauvignon Blanc

6:15pm Welcome announcements

6:30pm Live Auction begins, dinner commences with entertainment throughout the evening Paddle Raise for Arts Education Silent Auction continues until 15 minutes after the live auction ends.

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Auctioneer Extraordinaire

G REG QUIROGA

Tonight marks the eleventh year that Greg Quiroga has graced our stage to help steer our auction. As proprietor of Stellar Fundraising Auctions, Greg has become one of the nation’s premiere fundraising auctioneers. Greg now works with over 50 nonprofits, schools, foundations, arts organizations and charities to help raise millions of dollars a year for great causes all over the United States. His performances are always a fiery combination of passion, humor and heartfelt engagement.

While Greg Quiroga leads/raises the gavel on auctions all over the country, Sun Valley holds a special place in his heart. “The Sun Valley Wine Auction is like a big family reunion that takes place every year,” says Greg. “The patrons, the staff, the vintners…even though we sometimes only see each other once a year, it always feels like yesterday.”

Things you

NE E D TO KNOW

Auction Lot Pick-up Auction Lots may be picked up at Dollar Mountain Lodge on Saturday, July 22nd, from 10am to 1pm and may be paid for by check or credit card (American Express, MasterCard, Visa or Discover).

Shipping Wines Please note that laws regarding the shipping of wines have recently changed. Each state has their own regulations. For more information, see the shipping regulations pamphlet included in your registration packet or ask a Center staff member.

21 or Older By law, all registrants and guests attending Wine Auction sponsored events, including Vintner Dinners and the Vine & Dine, must be at least 21 years of age. Proof of age should be available if requested. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted to any Wine Auction function, including infants and toddlers. It is recommended that guests make child care arrangements before they arrive in Sun Valley.

Suggested Attire Weather in Sun Valley can range from warm or hot days to cool evenings. We suggest bringing a wrap with you for the evening events. Most events will take place outside and shoes appropriate for grass are recommended. A jacket is recommended for Vintner Dinners and the Gala. Summer resort wear and a sun hat are recommended for the Vine & Dine.

Transportation and Parking Parking is not available at Dollar Lodge for events but is available on a short-term basis for registration. Valet parking will be provided for the Wine Auction Gala evening at Dollar Mountain Lodge. Due to limited parking capacity, there will be no patron parking at Dollar Mountain Lodge for any events including the Vine & Dine (except for Grand Cru pass holders). A free Bubbly Bus service from the Pavilion parking lot will be provided for the Vine & Dine Plus and Vine & Dine tickets holders.

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Vintners & Chefs

Art is ... Expression

Art & Community Go Hand in Hand.

The Tradition of the

S U N VA L L E Y C E N T E R W INE AUC TIO N

Thirty-six years ago the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction was conceived by Glenn Janss and a few of her close friends to help support an emerging arts organization, the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. Few would have envisioned that their idea would grow to become as significant and important as it is today. Over three decades later, the Wine Auction has become vital to the arts programs in this valley. As the story goes, in 1981 Glenn Janss visited Auction Napa Valley and thought, “we could do that here” in Sun Valley to support the then fledgling arts center. She invited vintner friends and guests and they auctioned off some bottles and had a great time trading wine in support of the arts. Thousands of vintners have shared this journey with the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. Much has changed over time but the exceptional and generous winery participation has not. We are thrilled and honored to have such an outstanding line-up of participating vintners joining us in our efforts.

The locals know that Sun Valley, Idaho, is a community built on camaraderie and meaningful friendships. The Sun Valley Center Wine Auction shares those same qualities. Lasting relationships are formed here between patrons and vintners. We take pride in being a world-class event with an intimate feel, and we welcome all of our guests with open arms. The Center has grown and ﬂourished over the years but its mission has stayed true – to enrich our community though transformative arts and educational experiences. The tradition of the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction also remains the same – to raise vital funds to support arts education in our community. The Sun Valley Center Wine Auction is as relevant as it ever was, bringing vintners and wine lovers together in a beautiful location for three glorious days of incredible wine, food and friendship. For the love of our community, let’s all raise our glasses and our paddles!

Thank You to Our

VINTNERS The Sun Valley Center for the Arts is appreciative of the continued generosity of the participating vintners who make this event possible.

G R A ND CRU V INTNE RS The wineries listed below represent wineries who donated generously across all events of the Wine Auction.

GA L A WINE RY HOSTE D TA BLES The 2017 Auction Gala features wines from exceptional vintners whose talents and craftsmanship produce some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest wines. Stop by a Winery Hosted Table and sample wines from their collection or ask a wine steward for a recommendation.

GA L A RECE P TION WINES

A LL PA RTICIPATING WINE RIES Sun Valley Center Wine Auction 2017 Ambassador Wines Antica Napa Valley Antinori Avennia Barnett Vineyards Basel Cellars Booker Vineyards Brick House Bronco Wine Company Canihan Family Winery Cavus Vineyards Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Chappellet Vineyard Château Boswell Col Solare Côte Bonneville Dakota Shy Wine DeLille Cellars Denner Vineyards Domaine Serene Winery Domaine Ste. Michelle Don Sebastiani & Sons DuMOL Winery Dunham Cellars Epoch Estate Wines Erath Winery Failla Wines Far Niente Figge Cellars

Gamble Family Vineyards Gemstone Vineyard Guardian Cellars HALL & WALT Wines Harper Voit Idiot’s Grace Isenhower Cellars JB Neufeld Joseph Phelps Vineyards JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Kenefick Ranch Winery King Estate Winery Kosta Browne Winery Larkmead Vineyards L’Aventure Winery Law Estate Wines L’Ecole N°41 Leonetti Cellar LIOCO Wine Company Mercer Estates Neely Wine Northstar Winery Odette Estate O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery Patz & Hall Winery Peay Vineyards Phifer Pavitt Winery Plumpjack Winery Pride Mountain Vineyards Rabble Wine Company

Ramey Wine Cellars Revelry Vintners Reynvaan Family Vineyards Ridge Vineyards Round Pond Estate RUSACK Vineyards Saddleback Cellars Saxum Vineyards Schramsberg & Davies Vineyard Sokol Blosser Winery Somnium Wine Spring Valley Vineyard Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Talbott Vineyards Talley Vineyards Tenet Wines Three Sticks Winery TOR Wines Torrin Wines Villa Creek Cellars Vineyard {511} Vineyard 7 & 8 Willamette Valley Vineyards William Cole Vineyards Woodward Canyon ZD Wines

GA L A WINES Col Solare Don Sebastiani & Sons Rabble Wine Co. Round Pond Estate Saddleback Cellars

Somnium Wine Spring Valley Vineyard Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Tenet Wines William Cole Vineyards

Vintner Dinners Andrus Residence

LESLEY ANDRUS A Wells Fargo Private Bank Dinner Plumpjack Winery Talley Vineyards Chef Scott Mason

Blackburn Residence

LAURA & BRICK BLACKBURN A Wells Fargo Private Bank Dinner Villa Creek Cellars Chef Chris Kastner

Brown Residence

LIZ BROWN, TRISH & DAVE WILSON Kosta Browne Winery Round Pond Estate Chef Beau MacMillan

Calvin Residence

JENNIFER & JOE CALVIN Peay Vineyards Larkmead Vineyards Chef Stuart Brioza

Fisher Residence

SANDRA & CHIP FISHER, BARBARA & STANLEY ZAX Marchesi Antinori Chef John Tesar

Hitchin Residence

JILL & DAVID HITCHIN A Wells Fargo Private Bank Dinner Patz & Hall Winery JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Chef David Fox

Walker Residence

SHEILA & WILLY WALKER Joseph Phelps Vineyards Chef Chris Lusk

Weatherholtz Residence

GEORGANNA & ERIC WEATHERHOLTZ Three Sticks Wines Phifer Pavitt Winery Chef Drew Van Leuvan

The Field Dinner

BRITT & PETER PALMEDO, LESLIE & MICHAEL LANAHAN Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shaughnessy Estate Winery DuMOL Winery Chef Taite Pearson

Special thanks to our Vintner Dinner hosts who graciously open their homes to support the Sun Valley Center for the Arts.

TA L L E Y V I N E YA R D S Brian Talley, Proprietors For three generations, the Talley family has farmed in coastal San Luis Obispo County, producing estategrown wines from six vineyards in the Arroyo Grande and Edna Valleys. The area’s distinctive climate and soils result in Talley’s renowned Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs.

P L U M PJ A C K W I N E R Y Rian Salvatierra, Hospitality Manager Lisa Sedgley, Director of DTC Sales and Hospitality Nestled in the heart of Cabernet Country, PlumpJack Winery sits squarely in Napa Valley’s renowned Oakville appellation. Tucked beneath the foothills of the Vaca Mountain Range, their historic 42-acre estate yields an intricate array of soils that cultivate highly coveted and celebrated Cabernet Sauvignons.

CHEF SCOTT MASON

Ketchum Grill, Enoteca, and Town Square Tavern, Ketchum, Idaho Scott Mason has spent over 30 years refining his craft and expanding his palate. He has brought his talents to fruition in his restaurants, Ketchum Grill, Enoteca, and the most recent addition, Town Square Tavern— three local favorites beloved by residents and visitors alike for fresh and innovative fare.

VILLA CREEK CELLARS

Cris & JoAnn Cherry, Owners The ﬂagship reds from this stand-out organic winery in the west hills of Paso Robles showcase grapes from the area’s most prestigious vineyards. Villa Creek’s Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, along with blends of the three varietals, have reached unobtainable status. These vibrant wines exhibit fruit, minerality, earth and soul.

CHEF CHRIS K ASTNER

CK’s Real Food, Hailey, Idaho Using local and regional foods, and drawing inspiration from diﬀerent cuisines around the world, CK creates tasty and healthy dishes for his many fans in the Valley. The mission of his restaurant is eating and buying locally with a big focus on sustainability.

K O S TA B R O W N E WINERY Dan Kosta, Co-Proprietor

The ﬂavorful and intense single-vineyard wines from Kosta Browne are blended to express the specific qualities and consistencies of their pedigreed vineyards in Sonoma County. Their highly soughtafter Pinot Noirs have catapulted the winery into the top tier of producers in California.

ROUND POND E S TAT E Ryan MacDonnell, Proprietor

Round Pond Estate, owned and operated today by the second generation of the MacDonnell family, is a Rutherford, California, farm and winery that specializes in the creation of pure, expressive wines, artisan foods and unforgettable experiences—all from the heart of Napa Valley.

EXECUTIVE CHEF BE AU M ACMILL A N elements, Sanctuary Resort at Camelback Mountain, Paradise Valley, Arizona

Beau MacMillan, executive chef at Sanctuary Resort’s award-winning restaurant, is also a renowned Food Network chef and Iron Chef America winner. His passion for fresh ingredients and his ingenuity in the kitchen are stimulated by a belief that food should be appreciated for its simplicity and natural perfection.

LARKMEAD V I N E YA R D S Dan O’Brien, Director

Established in 1895, Larkmead is one of the oldest family-owned grape-growing estates in the Napa Valley. The 150-acre vineyard estate captures nuance and complexity by vinifying small lots to express the unique character of the diverse soil profile and produce big, powerful wines.

P E AY V I N E YA R D S

Andy Peay, Sales & Marketing Director Peay Vineyards, a first-generation family estate, produces terroir-driven Pinot Noir, Syrah and Chardonnay from their remote and rugged West Sonoma Coast vineyard. Peay has become one of the most sought-after wineries, leading a trend toward wines of balance.

CHEF S TUA RT BRIOZ A

State Bird Provisions and The Progress, San Francisco, California Stuart is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and has worked all over the country to develop his own unique style of cooking, blending simplicity with seasonal and local foods. In 2005, the San Francisco Chronicle named Stuart one of the year’s “Rising Star Chefs” and he won the James Beard “Best Chef: West” award in 2015.

O’ SH AUG HNE SS Y E S TAT E W I N E R Y Luke Russ, Commercial Director

O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery produces Cabernet Sauvignon from their hillside estate vineyards on Howell Mountain and Mount Veeder. Admired for their depth and elegance since the first vintage in 2000, these powerful wines consistently garner praise from the international press.

DUMOL WINERY Tom Pillsbury, Partner

Founded by three friends as a hobby in California’s fertile Russian River Valley, DuMOL produces prized, elegant wines of balance and detail that age eﬀortlessly. Their Pinot Noirs, Syrahs, Chardonnays and Viogniers are precisely crafted and brim with savory complexity and concentration.

CHEF TA I T E P E A R S O N Ketchum, Idaho

Local chef Taite Pearson has cooked professionally for more than 20 years. He is a James Beard nominee and has worked for some of the most famous chefs in the world, including Chicago’s Charlie Trotter and France’s Joël Robuchon. Known for his attention to detail, Taite is committed to using locally-sourced, inseason fare.

MARCHESI ANTINORI

Marchese Piero Antinori, Director Revered internationally for its Super Tuscans and other iconic wines from the famed grapegrowing regions of Italy, the Antinori family is one of the world’s oldest and most distinguished wine producers. Their history in the industry spans more than 630 years and 26 generations, since joining the “Vintner’s Guild” in 1385. The Antinori family produces a wide range of outstanding wines, showing both class and breed while maintaining their original character. The family has always made innovative and courageous choices with an unwavering respect for tradition and the land. This commitment to tradition and passion, along with culture, art, agriculture and literature, represents the identity of Antinori and its wines.

CHEF JOHN TESAR Knife, Dallas, Texas

Critically acclaimed chef John Tesar is known for his stylish, modern American cuisine prepared with classic European techniques—and for the big personality he has shown on Top Chef. He is a four-time semifinalist for the James Beard “Best Southwest Chef” award and fans ﬂock to his Dallas restaurant, a creative reinvention of the steakhouse experience.

PAT Z & H A L L WINERY Russell Joy, Vice President & General Manager

Patz & Hall was founded in Sonoma in 1988 and has become one of California’s most esteemed wineries, with a celebrated and diverse portfolio of small-lot, single-vineyard Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. The winery brings together an array of artisanal and cutting-edge techniques to create powerful and elegant benchmark wines.

J U S T I N V I N E YA R D S & WINERY Justin Baldwin, Founder

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is a pioneer in Paso Robles, producing luxury Bordeaux-variety wines. The iconic winery was founded in 1981 with the aim to create wines that would rival the finest in the world. JUSTIN has stayed true to their original winemaking philosophy, combining the best of viticulture with the art of blending, resulting in wines with intense ﬂavor, great structure and perfect balance. JUSTIN continues to create wines that garner high ratings and praise among critics and wine lovers alike.

CHEF D AV I D F O X

Silver Fox Catering, Ketchum, Idaho David Fox, a longtime Sun Valley local, has specialized in catering and event planning in Idaho’s Wood River Valley since 1989. His culinary creativity and proven attention to detail allow him to turn any kind of gathering into a captivating and unforgettable aﬀair.

JOSEPH PHELPS V I N E YA R D S Will Phelps, Director of Marketing

Founded in 1973, Joseph Phelps Vineyards is a family-owned and operated wine estate with vineyards and wineries in Napa Valley and on the Western Sonoma Coast. The winery is known for its unwavering commitment to quality. Their ﬂagship wine, Insignia, originally produced in 1974 as California’s first proprietary red Bordeaux-style blend, is one of the world’s most iconic wines.

EXECUTIVE CHEF CHRIS LUSK Pontchartrain Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana

A Johnson & Wales graduate, Chris Lusk has had a rich and varied career—from training at an Irish hotel to cooking Tex-Mex at Star Canyon in Dallas to creating Italian cuisine with Mario Batali. In 2009, he was named one of Esquire magazine’s “Four Breakout Chefs to Watch,” and in 2011, Chef Lusk was invited to cook at the James Beard House and was recognized again by Esquire for “Best Dessert of 2011.”

THREE STICKS WINES

Prema Behan, General Manager & Co-Founder A boutique family-owned winery founded in 2002 by Bill Price, Three Sticks produces smalllot wines of world-class quality from his iconic vineyards in Sonoma County, including Durell and Gap’s Crown Vineyards. Director of Winemaking Bob Cabral has taken the reins to craft an all-star selection of artisanal Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs that continue to impress critics.

P H I F E R PAV I T T WINERY

Suzanne Phifer Pavitt, Proprietor Hidden in the hills near Calistoga is a small winery producing big, powerful Napa Valley Cabernets and Sancerre-inspired Sauvignon Blancs Winemakers Ted Osborne and Gary Warburton have a passion for consistently pushing the wine quality at Phifer Pavitt to new heights, resulting in rave reviews and ever-increasing popularity.

CHEF DREW VA N L E U VA N Seven Lamps & GRAIN, Atlanta, Georgia

Drew Van Leuvan is the executive chef and partner at Seven Lamps and GRAIN, Atlanta, Georgia. He is a recipient of Food & Wine magazine’s “Chef on the Rise” award, a member of the Jean-Louis Palladin Foundation and Chef’s Collaborative and in 2015, was presented “Eye on Atlanta” at the James Beard House.

RESTAUR A NT SP ONSORS & CHE FS Chocolate Moose Pastry Chef Mary Jones Globus Chef Tracy Bailet The Haven Chef Kellee Havens Il Naso Chef Sam Turner Lizzy’s Fresh Coffee Liz Roquet Local Food Alliance Ali Long Rasberry’s Chefs Callie & Maeme Rasberry Sun Valley Mustard Josh Wells Toni’s Sun Valley Ice Cream Toni Bogue

Warfield Distillery & Brewery Chef Sean Temple Brewers Ben Bradley & Alex Buck Wood River Sustainability Center Al McCord Three Little Pigs Catering Chef Bradley Geist BuckSnort Soda Company Kainoa Lopez Sawtooth Brewery Brewer Paul Holle The Red Shoe Chef Sean Logullo Jersey Girl Hannah McNees

Index

Art is ... Shared Experience.

Art & Community Go Hand in Hand.

INDEX 123 21-C Museum Hotel, 11

A Alaska Airlines, 2 Ambassador Wines of Washington, 112 Antinori Family Estates, 14 Archery Summit Winery, 106 Arnold’s, 11 Atkinsons’ Market, 22

B Barnett Vineyards, 27 Biscuit Love Brunch, 11 Booker Wines, 18 Brioza, Stuart, 9

C Canihan Family Winery, 110 Cavus Vineyards, 26 cazenove+loyd, 20 Chambers eat+drink, 7 Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte, 107, 111 Chappellet Winery, 21 Chateau Boswell, 13 Chateau Larose Trintaudon, 133 Chateau Lauretan, 133 Chateau Ste. Michelle, 132 Chileno Bay Golf & Beach Club, 12

Clos Solène Winery, 18 Col Solare Winery, 22 Côte Bonneville, 22 Cottage Inn & Spa, 23 Cutruzzola Vineyards, 24

D Dakota Shy Wine, 27 DeLille Cellars, 123 Denner Vineyards, 18 Discovery Land Company, 12 Domaine Dupeuble Pere et Fils, 133 Domaine Serene Winery, 102 DuMOL Winery, 6 Dunham Cellars, 124

E El Dorado Golf & Beach Club, 12 Eng, Lehua and Michael, 133, 136 Epoch Estate Wines, 18 Erath Winery, 129

F Failla Wines, 117 Far Niente, 135 Figge Cellars, 118 Fresh Northwest Design, 22

INDEX G Gamble Family Vineyards, 13 Gemstone Vineyard, 17 Getaway2Give, 15

H HALL & WALT Wines, 119, 2 Hogue Cellars, 136

I Idaho Rocky Mountain Ranch, 108 Inn at 500, 1

Lauren Edison Dance, 1 L'Aventure Winery, 18 Law Estate Wines, 18 L’Ecole N⁰41, 22 Leonetti Cellar, 22 LIOCO Wine Company, 7 Luwa Luxury, 107

M MacArthur Place, 19 Mayacama, 6 Meadowood Resort & Spa, 4

N Nashville Wine Auction, 11 Neely Wine, 120 Northstar Winery, 130

Joseph Phelps Vineyards, 4 JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, 104

Ocean Grill, 24 Odette Estate Winery, 26 O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery, 6

Kenefick Ranch Winery, 105 King Estate Winery, 5 Kosta Browne Winery, 21

Patz & Hall Winery, 128, 19 Peay Vineyards, 10 Phifer Pavitt Winery, 11 Piper Sonoma, 136 Pride Mountain Vineyards, 115

Landmark Vineyards, 136 Larkmead Vineyards, 10

INDEX Q

Quilceda Creek Winery, 22

Talley Vineyards, 24 Three Sticks Wines, 23 TOR Kenward Family Vineyards, 109 Torrin Wine, 18 Trefethen Family Vineyards, 136

R Ramey Wine Cellars, 113 Redd, 17 Reynvaan Family Vineyards, 134 Ridge Vineyards, 116 Round Pond Estate, 3 Royal Belize, 15

S Saddleback Cellars, 105, 121 Salvelinus Fly Fishing, 8 SFMOMA, 7 San Luis Obispo Wine Country Association, 24 Saxum Vineyards, 18 Schramsberg & Davies Vineyards, 1 SeaDream, 25 Senza Hotel, 2 Shore Cliff Hotel, 24 Sokol Blosser Winery, 126 Solange Resort, 105 Skipstone Ranch, 19 Somnium Wine, 122 Spring Valley Vineyard, 131 Stagâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Leap Wine Cellars, 137 Sun Valley Company, 1, 21, 101 Sun Valley Photo, 22

V Va Piano Vineyards, 22 Venge Cellars, 105 Veuve Clicquot, 101 Vie Active, 25 Villa Creek Cellars, 18 Vineyard {511}, 125 Vineyard, 7 & 8, 13 Vista Travel, 25

W Willamette Valley Vineyards, 103 William Cole Vineyards, 114 Woodward Canyon Winery, 22

Z ZD Wines, 127

C O N TA I N E R D E S I G N AT I O N S 1 . 375 ML

6 . RE H O B OA M

2 . 75 0 ML

7. IMPE RI A L

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

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 contain 750ml of wine.

3 . M AG N U M

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

4 . D O U B LE M AG N U M

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

5 . J E RO B OA M

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. Because of recent U.S. regulations limiting larger bottles to even liter sizes, some modern red wine "Jeroboams" are now 5 liters rather than the traditional 4.5 liters.

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

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

8 . ME TH US E L A H

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. SA LM A N A Z A R

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

10. BA LTH A Z A R

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

11 . NE BU CH A D NE Z Z A R

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

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CASE

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.

H A LF BA RRE L

A half barrel holds one hundred twenty 750ml bottles of wine, the equivalent of ten cases of twelve such bottles.

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M AG N U M C A S E

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

BA RRE L

A full barrel holds two hundred forty 750ml bottles of wine, the equivalent of twenty cases of twelve such bottles.

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AUC TION 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 oralannouncements 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 bid increments and Buy it Now prices are listed electronically. 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 fair market value of all tangible items, including purchases leaving Idaho. 13. Purchases must be picked up SATURDAY, JULY 22 between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm, at Dollar Mountain Lodge, Sun Valley. 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.

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Art is ... The Future.

Art & Community Go Hand in Hand.

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Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction 2017 1

Break Open the Bubbly

Have a Ball at HALL

Round Pond Road Show

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Gemstone’s Wine Country Extravaganza

A Taste of History with Joseph Phelps Vineyards

The Royal Treatment

The Ultimate California Wine Country Experience Living Luxe in San Francisco Pyrenees ... Choose Your Own Adventure

Excellence and Abundance in Paso Robles Wine Country The Perfect Weekend with Patz & Hall

A Passage to India

Roundhouse Wine Party

Atkinsons' Spectacular Sawtooths

Astounding Après-Ski Dinner

Raise a Paddle

Discover the Jewel of Sonoma County San Luis Obispo Wine Country Weekend Harvest on the Coast

Living the Good Life in Napa & Sonoma

Weekend 'Date Night' in Music City

All the Comforts of Cabo

Stags Leap Stars

Napa Valley’s Hidden Gems

Let’s Do Lunch ... Napa Style

A Wine Tour in Tuscany

SVCA Premier Patron Package

Your Own Private Island

Dream Big with a SeaDream Wine Voyage

1 Live Lots O PE N ING B ID $4,000

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BREAK OPEN T H E B U B B LY and Break Out with LED We are kicking off this year’s Wine Auction Gala evening with an incredible auction lot to celebrate the 36th year of The Center’s dedication to the arts in our community. As the winning bidder, you can start the festivities off right with a majestic Salmanazar of Schramsberg’s 2010 Blanc de Blancs, to be opened at your table, in a special toast to a great evening, a great event and a great organization.

2017 Special Gala Dinner Course

To accompany your bubbles, your chef for the evening, Ken Pratt, will prepare an additional, exceptional course featuring Idaho caviar, especially for your table.

2018 Wine Auction Gala Table for Eight

And this fall, join LED for the world premiere performance of Waters into Wilderness. Receive a pair of great seats for the one-night-only performance on November 3, 2017, at the Morrison Center for the Performing Arts in Boise, Idaho. After the performance, join the artists, dancers, and musicians for an after party where you can meet the creators and performers to discuss the performance you just saw. Waters into Wilderness is LED's newest eveninglength work, a truly multi-media performance combining athletic contemporary dance and live original music into one breathtaking cinematic production.

Performance & After-Party Tickets for Two One-Night Stay for Two One 9-Liter Bottle

After the show, spend the night in the Celebration Penthouse Suite on the top floor of Boise’s brand-new hotel, in the heart of downtown, the Inn at 500 Capitol. This upscale boutique hotel where pride of place, exceptional service and thoughtful details create true luxury, has been designed with details that bring the comforts of home to a blissful experience. The hotel features delightful details such as themed rooms and artwork by local artists. Your winnings also include tickets to next year’s Wine Auction Gala with a reserved table for eight, specially designed for your group. This is the perfect way to kick off an unforgettable night and commemorate an event close to all of our hearts. Join the party!

BREAK OPEN T H E B U B B LY and Break Out with LED

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Schramsberg & Davies Vineyards Calistoga, CA Lauren Edison Dance, Inc. Boise, ID Sun Valley Company Sun Valley, ID Inn at 500 Boise, ID Sun Valley Center for the Arts Ketchum, ID

2 Live Lots O PE N ING B ID $3,000

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Three-Night Stay for Two Vertical Tasting for Two Two Tickets to HALL Wines Release Party One 1.5-Liter Bottle Round Trip Airfare for Two

H AV E A B A L L at HALL HALL Wines is crafting some of the best Cabernets in the Napa Valley, but we think you need to visit the winery and find that out for yourself. Embark on a journey to the source of this excellence with this exceptional auction lot; one lucky couple gets an exclusive invite to the Kathryn Hall Release Party in Napa, as well as two round trip tickets on Alaska Airlines to get you there. This is one of the winery’s most anticipated events of the year with great food, great wine, great music and great friends all packed into one special evening. Join winery members from all over the country at the best party of the year as they gather to celebrate the release of their powerful and intense yet incredibly elegant and balanced Cabernet. Before the party, sample some of the outstanding vintages during a vertical tasting led by winemaker Steve Leveque. During your visit, you will spend three luxurious nights at the Senza Hotel, a picturesque boutique property near Yountville. This secluded inn has been completely remodeled and showcases all of the beauty of Napa Valley wine country in a tranquil retreat on two lush acres of oaks, redwoods and serene gardens. Relax to the fullest and allow yourself to be pampered. Also included is a signed magnum of the 2014 Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon. According to Kathryn Hall, this is the vineyard’s "standard for excellence . . . the first wine they made," and this Cabernet consistently receives top scores in industry reviews.

Trip to take place September 7–September 10, 2017. Release party takes place September 9.

H AV E A B A L L at HALL

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Alaska Airlines HALL & WALT Wines St. Helena, CA

3 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $5,000

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Private Wine Tasting and Dinner for Ten

ROUND POND Road Show Round Pond Estate, a family-owned and family-run working estate of vineyards, gardens and orchards, is known as a premier artisan producer of extra virgin olive oil, premium red wine vinegar, citrus syrup and other fine foods. And if you win this auction lot, you’ll have the extraordinary opportunity to explore and delight in the delicious world of Round Pond Estate in the comfort of your own home. Round Pond is going on the road and bringing their bounty to you. You and nine guests will share this special experience. You’ll begin with a welcome from the winery chef and an educational wine tasting, followed by a multi-course dinner inspired by the bounty of the season and paired with an array of voluptuous Round Pond wines. Engage in a spirited culinary debate about the best ways to pair wine with food with Round Pond Executive Chef Jamie Prouten during a cooking demonstration and fantastic kitchen-side dinner. Or simply enjoy an elegant multi-course Round Pond dinner at home with friends and family. As Executive Chef, Jamie Prouten oversees menus and wine pairing for Round Pond Estate’s extensive wine and food programs. He is dedicated to the concept of farmto-table dining, and creates original dishes from the produce of on-site olive orchards and biodynamic produce gardens, including the estate olive oils, citrus syrups and red wine vinegars. Your taste buds will be impressed. This lot will go quickly, so get your paddle ready and don’t lose your focus.

Round Pond dinner available by prior arrangement on mutually agreeable dates.

ROUND POND Road Show

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Round Pond Estate Rutherford, CA

4 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $7,000

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Six 750ml Bottles Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Lunch for Four Two-Night Stay for Four

A TA S T E O F H I S T O RY with Joseph Phelps Vineyards Since 1973, Joseph Phelps Vineyards has dedicated itself to producing wines of character, quality and significance at its vineyards and wineries in Napa Valley and on the western Sonoma Coast. Their Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays are part of the movement bringing recognition and acclaim to this cool-climate growing region. But it is Insignia, their flagship wine and California’s first proprietary red Bordeaux-style blend, which has earned Joseph Phelps its longstanding reputation for excellence. First produced in 1974, Insignia is widely recognized as one of the most iconic wines in Napa Valley, earning favorable critical reviews vintage after vintage. The 2002 vintage was awarded 'Wine of the Year" by Wine Spectator magazine in 2005, and in November 2013, Robert M. Parker, Jr. of The Wine Advocate awarded Insignia three perfect 100-point scores for the 1991, 1997 and 2002 vintages, calling it "one of the world’s finest Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated blends." Tonight, you have the chance to take home a piece of that history with this extraordinary auction lot. Add these special bottles to your own cellar—six 750ml bottles in a gorgeous wooden box, along with three magnums of the 2013 Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia, the 40th vintage of this special wine. It earned 98+ points from The Wine Advocate with its "...stunning inky blue/purple color, a gorgeous nose of blueberry and blackberry liqueur, fabulous concentration, a full-bodied, multilayered mouthfeel, and tremendous finish with moderate tannin." And, as if the wine weren’t enough, the winners of this lot will also receive a weekend for two couples in Napa Valley, where you will taste the wine for yourself at Joseph Phelps Vineyards during a private lunch with Phelps family members prepared by Executive Chef Brian Sutton while staying for two nights at luxurious Meadowood in Napa Valley. This lot truly has it all!

Must be booked on mutually agreeable dates.

A TA S T E O F H I S T O RY with Joseph Phelps Vineyards

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Joseph Phelps Vineyards St. Helena, CA Meadowood Resort & Spa St. Helena, CA

5 Live Lots O PE N ING B ID $6,500

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Three-Night Stay for Four Ground Transportation for Four Wine Pairing Dinner for Four Lunch for Four Private VIP Tour & Tasting for Four Blending Seminar for Four Eighteen Holes of Golf for Four Estate Garden & Kitchen Tour for Four Brunch for Four Massages for Four Dinner for Four Two Cases of Wine Two 3-Liter Bottles

T H E R OYA L T R E AT M E N T King Estate Winery is ready to roll out the red carpet for you during this magical weekend of wonder and wine. This one-of-a-kind trip is not available anywhere else. Two couples will embark on an exploration of Oregon’s iconic leading winery in the beautiful southern Willamette Valley, receiving VIP treatment at every stop along the way. Upon touching down at the Eugene Airport, you will be greeted by a private shuttle to sweep you off to your home base for three nights―a luxurious guesthouse on the estate. When you arrive, you will feel instantly transported. Perched atop a hill in the middle of the thousand-acre estate, the majestic King Estate Winery reflects the architectural tradition of a French chateau. In addition to 465 acres of vineyards, the grounds feature organic apple, pear and plum orchards and lush gardens teeming with vegetables, fruit, flowers and lavender. The elegant and highly acclaimed Restaurant at King Estate is home to the Tasting Room and is renowned for gracious and impeccable service and locally grown and sourced food. The festivities begin with an exclusive dinner party prepared by Executive Chef Sean Winder while a wine educator walks you through the wine pairings. You will go to sleep dreaming about the fine wines and delectable flavors of the evening and anticipating your adventures to come. Over the course of the next two days you will enjoy a host of experiences, starting with lunch in our pear orchard and a VIP tour and barrel tasting with King Estate’s friendly and knowledgeable winemaker. You’ll put what you’ve learned to the test with a blending seminar in the winery’s lab and, with the assistance of King Estate’s winemaking team, take home a bottle of your very own blend. And golfers are in for a treat. During your stay you are set to tee off for an 18-hole round of golf at the Eugene Country Club, designed by famous golf course architect Robert Trent Jones and consistently named one of the most beautiful golf courses in America by Golf Digest. Enjoy the newly remodeled clubhouse for a drink before heading back to the estate where you can stroll the grounds and sip wine at sunset. The next morning you’ll take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the expansive estate and its organic garden and charcuterie kitchen. Surely this will give you an appetite, which you can satisfy with a gourmet Summit-on-the Hill brunch. Afterwards, revel in a luxurious, in-home spa experience. While one couple enjoys massages, the

T H E R OYA L T R E AT M E N T other will partake of delectable bites and wine cocktails. Later, make your way to the King Estate Restaurant for a leisurely dinner and taste the true bounty of the season in both the food and wine. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to wait to begin enjoying your auction package. Tonight, the lucky winners take home two cases of specially selected library wines from King Estate as well as two limited edition large-format bottles. This is no small prizeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;King Estate wines consistently score highly in national rankings and competitions. You can consider this a major score for your own cellar.

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King Estate Winery Eugene, OR

6 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $9,000

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Three-Night Stay for Six Two-Night Stay for Six Private Tasting for Six Blending Seminar for Six Two Dinners with Wine Pairings for Six Six 1.5-Liter Bottles

T H E U LT I M AT E CALIFORNIA Wine Country Experience Two of California’s finest wineries have teamed up for this exciting auction lot, which offers a wine country experience like no other. O’Shaughnessy Wine Estate and DuMOL Winery invite you to kick back and settle into the lap of luxury as you embark on this enticing exploration of the area’s best food and wine. High atop Howell Mountain in the beautiful Napa Valley exists an estate like no other— the O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery. With over 100 acres of rolling hills and gentle breezes, this is a peaceful and secluded retreat—the home of 42 acres of vines, a state-of-the-art winery, stunning wine cave and the beautiful Harvest House. Three couples will escape to this side of paradise for three idyllic nights. As part of your stay, you will be treated to an exclusive private dinner at the winery with proprietors Betty O’Shaughnessy Woolls and Paul Woolls, along with Luke Russ, the winery’s commercial director. The O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery chef will create a fabulous five-course menu just for you, served with a series of O’Shaughnessy Estate library wines and perhaps, if you’re lucky, a few others from Betty and Paul’s private cellar. Plus, as a special bonus, Sean Capiaux, O’Shaughnessy’s winemaker since its inception in 2000, will lead you in a unique blend-your-own experience. Sean consistently creates world-class mountain Cabernets. His techniques allow the varietal character and terroir of the O’Shaughnessy Estate vineyards to be the stars of the show and he will reveal some of his tricks of the trade as he guides your blending seminar. Next, as if the first part of the trip isn’t heavenly enough, allow yourselves to be spoiled anew by DuMOL Winery. Your group will enjoy two blissful nights at Mayacama, an exclusive private club nestled in the hills of northern Sonoma County, not far from the charming town of Healdsburg. In this spectacular setting, DuMOL Winery’s partner and Director of Sales, Tom Pillsbury, will host a delightful wine pairing dinner. You will also join him for a private tasting event with DuMOL wines at the nearby Flax Vineyard. The winning bidder also receives a stunning collection of wines from the two wineries. First, you will take home three signed Magnums of O’Shaughnessy’s coveted 97-point Mount Veeder Cabernet from 2012. This wine "shows layers of dense berry preserves, exotic cola and smoked meat flavors intermixed with tar and rich toast to create a compelling wine that lingers in the mouth for several minutes. This is a richly textured and intense mountain wine that is rewarding upon release and will continue to evolve with cellaring.”

T H E U LT I M AT E CALIFORNIA Wine Country Experience Next, collect a magnum each of three outstanding wines from DuMOL Winery: the 2014 Estate Chardonnay (96+ pts Wine Advocate), "a complex, citrusy, full-bodied Chardonnay that gradually builds in the glass to a powerhouse of mineral drive, deep intensity and ultimately broad, mouth-filling weight;" the 2014 Estate Pinot Noir (93 pts Wine Advocate), "especially ripe and powerful, [the] most structured and most complete Pinot Noir of the vintage with many intricate dimensions, quite rich on the mid-palate, deep and layered but uncommonly structured;" and the 2014 Eddie’s Patch Syrah (92 pts Wine Advocate), "a wine of complementary contrasts—bright and lively yet dark in character [with a] lovely balance between richness and length. The wine dances along the palate and has poise and elegance despite its inherent power." It all kind of makes your jaw drop just a little, doesn’t it?

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O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery Angwin, CA DuMOL Winery Windsor, CA

7 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $3,000

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Three-Night Stay for Four VIP Tasting for Four Curated Museum Tour for Four Dinner for Four (excludes beverages) Four-Course Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings for Four Four 1.5-Liter Bottles

LIVING LUXE IN SAN FRANCISCO Matt and Sara Licklider of LIOCO Wine Company invite two couples to a weekend wine and food bonanza in the Bay Area. Your group will post up in Pacific Heights for three nights in LIOCO’s luxe penthouse. This two-bedroom Edwardian pied-à-terre with a wrap-around deck is the perfect home base for several days of epicurean indulgence in the city. The apartment comes with a fully stocked wine refrigerator and curated back bar for your drinking pleasure, as well as Matt and Sara’s "short-list" of SF’s finest (the best pour-over coffees, ramen, wine bars, new restaurants, urban hikes, and classics). While you are there, Matt and Sara will treat you to an in-house VIP tasting of LIOCO’s best offerings. LIOCO’s focus is on making local wines that favor nuance over power, with grapes from the counties of Santa Cruz, Sonoma, and Mendocino. Their Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs consistently garner top awards, and you will soon find out why first-hand. Then continue on with Matt and Sara to the nearby Michelin-starred NICO for an exclusive four-course tasting menu. The next day you can round out your culinary pleasures with a little culture and enjoy a private curated tour of the newly expanded SFMOMA. Evening plans include dinner for four at Chambers eat + drink, the hip, lounge-y spot next to the Phoenix Hotel in the Tenderloin neighborhood. Enjoy the restaurant’s gorgeous décor, creative cocktail list and innovative, seasonal menu. Finally, as a parting gift and souvenir of your trip, each of you also takes home a signed magnum of LIOCO wine.

Experiences to take place on mutually agreeable dates, advance notice of at least 30 days appreciated for booking curated tour.

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LIOCO Wine Company Santa Rosa, CA San Francisco Museum of Modern Art San Francisco, CA Chambers eat + drink San Francisco, CA

8 Live Lots O PE N ING B ID $10,000

OP T IO N A FLY FIS HIN G TO U R: Nine-Night Stay for Two Eight Days of Guided Fishing for Two Fishing Licenses for Two Meals and Beverages for Two Ground Transportation for Two

OPT IO N B FOOD & WINE TOUR: Seven-Night Stay for Two Meals and Beverages for Two Winery Tours & Tastings for Two Meals and Beverages for Two Ground Transportation for Two

PYRENEES ... Choose Your Own Adventure Experience the best in wine and food or extraordinary fly fishing on an exclusive tour designed by Salvelinus in northern Spain’s stunning Pyrenees. The winning bidder can choose between two different travel adventures—explore the multitude of gastronomical delights in five different wine regions in the area, touring historic vineyards with local sommeliers and sampling the authentic cuisine and famous wines. Or, focus on fishing for native trout in one of the best fly fishing destinations in Europe—the picturesque and pristine waters of the Pyrenees Mountains. Discover crystal-clear rivers and lakes that teem with wild trout. Salvelinus, an Orvis-Endorsed guiding company, offers these amazing, unique multi-day excursions, fully customized for your group and interests. Choosing the food and wine tour means seven days of traveling through the gorgeous countryside, visiting historic vineyards and touring organic wineries, tasting the best wines of the region and dining at some hidden gems along the way. You will discover many of the area’s wonders—ancient cathedrals, medieval villages, museums and stone palaces—all while enjoying fantastic wines and unforgettable meals. Fly fishing in the Pyrenees is for those looking to spend their days on the water, perhaps without even seeing another angler, surrounded by the wild, unspoiled natural landscape. This trip combines the fishing adventure of a lifetime with the utmost comfort in lodging and personal attention from experienced guides. You will have access to more than 60 rivers, over 1,500 miles, and 180 lakes all within easy driving distance of the two main lodges, each centrally located in its region to provide the best access to outstanding fishing. The Western Pyrenees Lodge is a 15th-century stone-built fishing lodge on the banks of the Aragon River, in the picturesque village of Santa Cilia in the western Pyrenees. La Ribagorza Lodge in the mountain village of Aren is a charming country inn with superb local cuisine that serves as the main base of operations in the eastern Pyrenees. Both tours include extraordinary local meals at some of the best restaurants along the route and wine from the Rioja, Somontano, Ribera del Duero and Penedes regions. This promises to be the perfect trip, blending first-rate adventure and luxury with old-world charm. Live out your fly fishing fantasies in this special corner of the world, exploring rich waters in the heart of the Pyrenees where you just might hook the trout of a lifetime. Or create lasting memories and learn about the area’s rich culture and cuisine. With spectacular scenery, great food and wine and outstanding fly fishing, this is truly an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

PYRENEES ... Choose Your Own Adventure

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Salvelinus Fly Fishing Zaragoza, Spain

9 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $8,000

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Catered Dinner with Wine Pairings for Ten

ASTOUNDING APRÈS-SKI DINNER Just picture this ... after a long and glorious mid-winter day enjoying first tracks in fresh powder or perfect groomers in the sunshine on Baldy, you will come home to an absolute feast, prepared by none other than the Bay Area’s culinary darling, Stuart Brioza. Stuart, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, has worked all over the country to develop his own unique style of cooking, blending simplicity with seasonal and local foods. In 2005, the San Francisco Chronicle named Stuart one of the year’s "Rising Star Chefs" and he won the James Beard "Best Chef: West" award in 2015. Most recently, Stuart opened two of San Francisco’s finest new Michelin-starred restaurants—The Progress and State Bird Provisions—with his wife and star pastry chef, Nicole Krasinski. For this remarkable event, Stuart will bring his formidable talents into your very own kitchen to create an incredible experience of food and wine. Stuart is fired up to make this ski season one you will never forget, with a fabulous après-ski dinner for your group of ten. Gather your closest friends and family to enjoy Stuart’s inventive and delectable culinary creations, along with wines carefully selected and poured by Jason Alexander, Restaurant & Wine Director at Stuart’s award-winning restaurants. There is no better way to cap off a day on the mountain than with this memorable, one-of-a-kind experience!

Offer good from January 8, 2018, through the end of 2017–2018 ski season.

ASTOUNDING APRÃ&#x2C6;S-SKI DINNER

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Stuart Brioza The Progress & State Bird Provisions San Francisco, CA

10 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $9,000

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Two One-Night Stays for Six Two Tours & Tastings for Six Two Dinners with Wine Pairings for Six Six 1.5-Liter Bottles

LIVING THE GOOD LIFE in Napa & Sonoma In Napa, Cam Baker and Kate Solari Baker have been the dynamic force behind Larkmead’s transformation from a historic vineyard site into a world-renowned wine estate. Three couples are invited to be special guests at Larkmead’s state-of-the-art winery for a private vineyard tour and tasting with Estate Director, Dan O’Brien. Learn more about the vineyard’s rich and storied history at an exclusive private dinner "In the Kitchen" at Larkmead with the Estate Chef, paired with hard-to-find library vintages. And top it off by spending a magical night at Calistoga Ranch, a majestic Auberge resort offering unparalleled Napa Valley luxury. The next morning, meander along Sonoma’s winding roads and rolling hills, where, on a gorgeous and lush hilltop four miles from the Pacific Ocean, Peay Vineyards crafts world-class wines for your tasting pleasure. Vanessa Wong and Nick and Andy Peay have found a way to tame this dramatically beautiful corner of the rugged northern Sonoma County coast and produce wines that score consistently in the high 90s. And they do it organically. This is no small feat. When you taste a wine from Peay, it will make you stop dead in your tracks. During your visit, walk the land with Nick and learn more about this unique vineyard, the weather, the soil...and then rest your tired legs as you enjoy a tasting on the porch with staggering views of the surrounding hills. Later in the evening, the vineyard’s chef, Rob Hunter, will prepare a decadent dinner for your group at the Peay Barn House with a selection of the estate’s library wines. After such a rich meal and exceptional wines, you can retire for the evening, fully sated, right there at the Barn House. And as if that isn’t enough to tempt you, each couple will take home a magnum from both vineyards after tonight’s auction. The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon is Larkmead’s largest production wine and, at the same time, extremely drinkable in its youth. And the 2014 Peay Vineyards Scallop Shelf Estate Pinot Noir is high-toned with silky tannins, making it approachable now but also able to age for as long as you’d like. This is truly a slice of the good life...don’t let it pass you by!

Based on mutually agreeable dates. Offer expires July 2018. Please give at least 60 days advance notice to arrange visit.

LIVING THE GOOD LIFE in Napa & Sonoma

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Larkmead Vineyards Calistoga, CA Peay Vineyards Annapolis, CA

11 Live Lots O PE N ING B ID $5,000

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Four-Night Stay for Two Reservation at Music Venue for Two Two Museum Tours for Two Lunch for Two Breakfast for Two Private Vintner Dinner Tickets for Two Pairings Dinner & Auction Tickets for Two Wined Up! Tasting Party Tickets for Two Twelve 750ml Bottles

MAGIC AL WINE & FOOD Weekend 'Date Night ' in Music City Two lucky winners get to explore the fabulously fun city of Nashville and everything it has to offer as special guests of Phifer Pavitt Wine and Nashville Wine Auction at Pairings, Nashville’s Ultimate Wine and Food Weekend, this February. Nashville is the city that founded country music, and today is equally known for great food, art and culture. Your base for this action-packed four-day adventure will be the 21-C Museum Hotel in downtown Nashville, a brand-new property that opened in May. This unique hotel welcomes both visitors and locals to enjoy its curated exhibitions, cultural programming and culinary offerings. The spacious and luxurious rooms will be the perfect place for some downtime between all the activities in store for you during this urban adventure. On your first night in town your hosts will secure reservations for you at one of these legendary Nashville music venues: The Bluebird Café, The Station Inn, or The Ryman Auditorium. Get in a little classic culture the next day with arranged visits at two of the following Nashville museums: The Johnny Cash Museum, The Patsy Cline Museum, or The Country Music Hall of Fame, followed by a true Southern-style lunch at Arnold’s, a Nashville legend for over 30 years, recently honored with a prestigious James Beard American Classics Award. Time your visit right and you might just run into Dierks Bentley or Jake Owen, who are known to frequent the dining room. Your package includes seats that night at the Phifer Pavitt Private Vintner Dinner, where you will join Suzanne as she presents her wines in an intimate yet lively setting where the food and company will be superb! Tuck into brunch the next morning at Nashville’s new favorite, Biscuit Love Brunch, and get ready to gear up for another evening of wine at Wined Up! Taste wines from 25 different West Coast vintners, sample bites from the featured chefs, and get the chance to bid on wine and luxury items in the Silent Auction. After the event, join Suzanne at a private club downtown that overlooks lower Broadway and all of its honky tonks for the best people watching in town. Many of Nashville's music superstars and sports celebrities are members, so you never know who you'll see in the house! The next day, enjoy some free time to explore the cultural offerings of Nashville, or simply sleep in. You’ll need to save some energy for the Pairings Dinner and Live

MAGIC AL WINE & FOOD Weekend 'Date Night ' in Music City Auction, where you will delight in a five-course meal showcasing wine and cuisine from five featured vintners and chefs. Finally, a case of wine will be yours to take home tonight, including six bottles of the 2016 Phifer Pavitt DATE NIGHT Sauvignon Blanc and six bottles of the 2013 Phifer Pavitt Cabernet Sauvignon. Just think . . . you can save these special bottles to enjoy on your own date night.

Dates of the trip are Wednesday, February 21 to Sunday, February 25, 2018.

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Phifer Pavitt Winery Napa Valley, CA Nashville Wine Auction Nashville, TN

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Three-Night Stay for Four (or family of five for all activities) Two Dinners One Round of Golf Half-Day Boating Excursion

ALL THE COMFORTS OF CABO Get ready for the holiday of a lifetime...an exclusive vacation for two couples (or a family of five) at El Dorado Golf & Beach Club in Los Cabos, Mexico. What awaits you in Los Cabos is nothing short of paradise. Just picture it. Arrive and unwind at your home for the next four days and three nights in a private seaside villa with stunning ocean vistas and all the extras right on the water. Set on the golden sands of one of Los Cabos’ most beautiful swimming beaches, this ultra-exclusive members-only club is designed so you can enjoy its gorgeous surroundings in complete comfort and privacy. El Dorado offers everything you could want in a beach vacation. It boasts desert landscapes and breathtaking beaches along the Sea of Cortez with a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, where your group will enjoy a complimentary round. The Beach Club spa and locker room amenities allow you to enhance your physical and mental health in a relaxed atmosphere. You will have access to all the beauty, pageantry and adventure that makes life in the Baja Peninsula a treasure unto itself. With access normally only provided to club members, you can explore the magnificent beauty of this magical place...and after a while you will never want to leave. Try some of the exciting activities like outrigger paddling, surfing, snorkeling, deep sea fishing and paddle boarding, or just choose to lounge by the pool or hit golf balls all day. And the best part of this package might just be the half-day excursion on the El Discovery, the resort’s private yacht, where you will be treated like royalty and where the level of luxury and relaxation just might hit an all-time peak. During your stay, you will also be treated to dinner one night at the resort’s restaurant, where El Dorado’s skilled culinary staff is renowned for creating unforgettable dishes that include authentic regional delights, club classics and exquisite gourmet cuisine. And choose yet another evening to enjoy a complimentary meal at the nearby Chileno Bay Resort presenting contemporary, American cuisine in a beautiful setting. Talk about hitting the jackpot!

Expiration date is July 23, 2018. Incidentals not included. Must present gift certificate to redeem. Certificate is valid only for the original auction purchaser and without prior written consent from the issuer is nontransferable. This certificate is neither redeemable nor refundable for cash. Offer is based upon availability and block out dates apply during holidays and for special events.

ALL THE COMFORTS OF CABO

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Discovery Land Company Scottsdale, AZ El Dorado Golf & Beach Club Cabo San Lucas, Mexico Chileno Bay Golf & Beach Club Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

13 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $5,000

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Three-Night Stay for Eight Three Private VIP Tours & Tastings for Eight

N A PA VA L L E Y ’ S Hidden Gems The lucky winner of this amazing auction lot is invited to come and explore the heart of Napa Valley in style. Four couples will stay for three nights at the Gamble Family Vineyards’ secluded Yountville Appellation guesthouse, tucked in along the picturesque Napa River. This stunning property is the ideal place to get lost in luxury for a few days. During your stay, enjoy a private tour and tasting with Napa native Tom Gamble at the historic Gamble-Lincoln Ranch in Oakville’s rolling hills. Tom is a third-generation farmer and a passionate winemaker, eager to share his bounty and knowledge with you. Next, embark on a private estate experience at Château Boswell, including a tour of the winery and cave as well as a tasting of current releases and barrel samples from future selections. In 1979, R. Thornton Boswell founded Château Boswell and began producing Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The Château Boswell caves, 65 feet below the estate hillside vineyard, were designed to green building specifications reflecting the desire to be responsible stewards of the land. As the first certified Napa Green Winery, Château Boswell continues to preserve and protect the area through their practices. The team at Château Boswell produces small-lot, premium wines that display the unique characteristics of their vineyard sources through old-world, low-intervention winemaking techniques. Enjoy this exclusive chance to learn more about what makes Château Boswell wines so popular. Finally, the folks at Vineyard 7 & 8 will host your group for a private VIP reservation, featuring a special tasting and tour of the estate vineyard and winery. The Vineyard is located on 40 beautiful acres at Spring Mountain. Vineyard 7 & 8 strives to produce premium, handcrafted wines that highlight a sense of place within the Spring Mountain District. The vineyards, which lie above the fog, are characterized by unique conditions such as late ripening fruit, low yields, natural drainage and infertile volcanic soil. These characteristics add to the distinctive quality of the wine. Their "Estate" Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon are grown and produced from vineyards planted in the early 1980s. These original vineyards bring depth and complexity to the resulting wines. Find out in person what makes Vineyard 7 & 8 such a special place and why their wines get so many rave reviews. This is truly the perfect and unforgettable Napa Valley experience!

Offer valid between December 2017 and November 2018 and is based on availability.

N A PA VA L L E Y ’ S Hidden Gems

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Château Boswell Winery St. Helena, CA Gamble Family Vineyards Napa, CA Vineyard 7 & 8 St. Helena, CA

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Two Two-Night Stays for Four Ground Transportation for Four Meals for Four Winery Tours & Tastings for Four

Spa Treatments for Four Four 1.5-Liter Bottles Two 3-Liter Bottles

A WINE TOUR IN TUSCANY For more than 600 years—spanning 26 generations—the Antinori family has produced exceptional wines that proudly celebrate its Tuscan and Umbrian roots. With vineyards planted in Italy’s most prestigious areas—Chianti Classico, Bolgheri, Montalcino, Montepulciano and Orvieto—Antinori stands as a leader among Europe’s finest winegrowers. The wines proudly honor Italian winemaking traditions, but also reflect the family’s relentless push to innovate and experiment. From generation to generation, no other family of winemakers has achieved such consistent excellence. And, with this extraordinary auction lot, two lucky couples will travel through Tuscany and experience the Antinori family’s iconic estates, for five days and four nights. Along the way, you will enjoy superb cuisine, stunning vistas, medieval villages and the splendors of Italian art while learning the story of the Antinori family and tasting incredible wines. Your experience begins in Florence, Italy’s cultural jewel. Start your trip off by enjoying fine Tuscan cuisine and estate wines at an exclusive dinner at Cantinetta Antinori. Your luxurious accommodations for two nights in Florence will be at the fivestar Westin Hotel Excelsior, an undisputed masterpiece in its own right. The hotel is a stunning Renaissance palace with cutting-edge contemporary interiors, flawlessly paired with unique and classic features. The next day you are off to Chianti Classico with a tour of the vineyards and cellars of Tignanello followed by a wine tasting and lunch at Villa Tignanello. Enjoy a free afternoon and dinner at the famous Buca Lapi Restaurant in Florence. On the third day you will tour the Antinori nel Chianti Classico winery in Bargino, and enjoy an early light lunch at the winery's restaurant, Rinuccio 1180. The next stop on your adventure will be in Bolgheri, the area that is home to many Super Tuscans. Situated on the Tuscan coast, the Guado al Tasso estate extends from the green hills surrounding the old village of Bolgheri down to the sea. Here, you will enjoy dinner and overnight at the Guado al Tasso Estate. The following day will be a tour and wine tasting at Guado al Tasso Estate with an afternoon spa treatment at Thalassotherapy at Tombolo Thalasso Resort. Dinner will be in a local restaurant with a second night of bliss at the Guado al Tasso Estate. For your last taste of Italian hospitality, you’ll return to Florence. The winning bidder also takes home from the auction a six-bottle collection of Antinori wines, including two magnums of the 2011 Badia Al Passignano, two magnums of the 2012 Guado Al Tasso and two double magnums of the 2013 Tignanello. Please book at least 2 months in advance. Dates must be mutually agreeable and are based on availability. Airfare to Italy is not included. Offer expires December 15, 2019.

A WINE TOUR IN TUSCANY

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Antinori Family Estates Florence, Italy

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Four-Night Stay for up to Ten Full House Staff Service for up to Ten Unlimited Use of Sporting Equipment for up to Ten Meals & Local Alcoholic Beverages for up to Ten Arrival & Departure Boat Transfers for up to Ten

YOUR OWN P R I VAT E I S L A N D This amazing auction lot offers a legitimate dream-come-true. Experience the very essence of privacy and luxury: an entire 7.5-acre Caribbean private island for your exclusive use nine miles off the coast of Belize. Complete with a full staff that includes an island chef and concierge who will cater to your every whim, enjoy paradise with your closest friends and family, or just you and someone special. Three separate villas, with a total of five bedrooms, await you, nestled among hibiscus bushes and lush greenery. Unobstructed panoramic views from every angle abound, and tropical breezes lull you to sleep at night. Relax to the fullest during your stay . . . lounge in the beach hammocks, plunge in the freshwater pool, catch fish for the evening’s meal, drink in the gorgeous sunsets each night and marvel at your good fortune. Adventure seekers stay busy with unlimited use of all the island’s toys for beach games, paddle boards, sea kayaks, sailing and fishing. If you care to venture off of the island, your concierge can arrange a variety of additional activities including waterfall hiking, helicopter tours and excursions to the Mayan ruins. When you're not basking in the sun or splashing in the crystal clear Caribbean waters, devour the remarkable meals created by the chef. From the moment you make your reservation, a concierge will begin planning your culinary adventures. The chef and concierge take great pleasure in preparing every meal and staging memorable dining experiences in a variety of settings around the island.

Stay can be reserved, based on availability, any time except Christmas and New Year’s weeks. At least one person staying at the residence must be over the age of 25. Nights must be used during a single stay.

YOUR OWN P R I VAT E I S L A N D

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Getaway2Give Atlanta, GA

ART IS . . . CHANGING LIVES. Raise a Paddle Art is vital. Pure and simple. Art elevates the way we interact with the world and it changes the way we see things. Art has an impact far beyond creativity. Art teaches self-expression and confidence and inspires innovation. Art helps to create engaged citizens of the world. The Center is making sure that the children in our valley are given plenty of chances to discover a love for the arts at an early age. We invite you to be a part of this important work. We all know that the Sun Valley Wine Auction is a weekend filled with great food, fabulous entertainment and, of course, incredible wines. But tonight, let’s all remember that it’s also about art and the impact that it makes—in our schools and in our community as a whole. Raise your paddle and invest in a better future for our local children. This is where it really matters—raising essential funds for The Center’s educational outreach and scholarship programs. The Center provides opportunities for everyone in our community to grow and explore, whether through a pottery class, a writing workshop, a theatrical performance or an outdoor concert. Kids exposed to the arts are more likely to stay in school. Arts education is proven to increase graduation rates and encourages higher learning. Art engages students in learning, teaches them about empathy, cultivates confidence and promotes critical thinking. These are important and essential life skills. The arts foster creativity, which is at the core of problem-solving and the foundation of a competitive and innovative work force, an entrepreneurial society and an engaged citizenry. Through generous support from donors like you, The Center has helped put Sun Valley on the map for the arts. Your involvement makes the work that The Center is doing possible. You can see the immediate results of your generosity in the eyes and smiles of our local children. You are helping to create amazing cultural opportunities and learning experiences that will enrich their lives forever.

Thank you.

ART IS . . . CHANGING LIVES. Raise a Paddle

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Private Tours & Tastings for Four Lunch for Four Dinner for Four Two-Night Stay for Four Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

GEMSTONE’S Wine Country Extravaganza This is an experience not to be missed. Gemstone Vineyard will host two couples for a weekend like no other in California’s fabled wine country. To start, you will arrive for a private tasting of Gemstone Vineyard’s hard-to-find cellar gems and a delectable luncheon overlooking the lush vineyard grounds, catered by the famed chefs at Napa’s La Saison. Sample Gemstone’s Estate wines, borne from an ethos of meticulous farming and natural winemaking techniques, resulting in wines which express the distinctive nuances of the Gemstone vineyards. The fun continues with dinner at Redd in Yountville, where you will enjoy creative dishes from acclaimed chef, Richard Reddington. After reveling in an evening of good food and great wines, return to the luxurious guest house at Gemstone Vineyard. Take heed, as all of this might make your knees weak. The next day will start off with several customized boutique winery visits arranged by the team at Gemstone. Enjoy tours and tastings to your heart’s delight. You will head home filled with great memories of your whirlwind weekend of wine as well as a magnum for each couple of Gemstone’s 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon to add to your cellars. This is a textured, opulent wine with purity, density, structure and a persistent finish that will evolve gracefully for 20-plus years.

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Gemstone Vineyard Yountville, CA

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Three-Night Stay with Breakfast Included for Six Mailing List Access for One Lunch & Library Tasting for Six Two Library Tastings with Dinner for Six Five Private Tours & Tastings for Six Fourteen 1.5-Liter Bottles

EXCELLENCE AND ABUNDANCE in Paso Robles Wine Country Find out why Paso Robles is such a hot destination for wine lovers with this exciting auction lot. Welcome to the Comus House, a luxurious retreat from the world, located at the top of the lush hills and voluptuous valleys that comprise the 100+ working acres of Denner Vineyards. Three couples will spend three unforgettable nights here. The Comus House will serve as a relaxing home base during your three days of wine-filled adventure. Heavy raw wooden beams, vaulted ceilings, skylights, and stylish furnishings lend a rustic, substantial feel to this truly unique, yet authentic, California getaway. Start your day with a delicious homemade breakfast. Get cozy in the breakfast nook or sit outside on the patio and enjoy panoramic views while sipping freshly brewed coffee and espresso alongside warm pastries and an array of seasonal fruit. Spend your afternoons in a sprawling living room that boasts cathedral windows to maximize picture-perfect views, as well as a crackling wood burning fireplace to warm up the cool nights and crisp mornings. An expansive covered porch provides outdoor seating for a good read or a chat with friends. During your time in this incredibly gorgeous and fertile wine country, you will be treated to three days of private tours and tastings as well as several unforgettable meals at a multitude of vineyards throughout the area. Day one starts off at Booker Wines, where Eric Jensen, owner and winemaker, will host you for an exclusive tasting and tour. Next up is a visit to Torrin Wines, where you will be treated to a library tasting at the private residence of owner and winemaker Scott Hawley. A delicious lunch will be catered by Chef Spencer. Then make your way to Villa Creek Cellars as the daylight wanes to join Cris and JoAnn in the cellar. You’ll taste barrels from some of the most respected vineyards in the region along with some secret, new creations. Finish the day by gathering at Villa Creek Restaurant, where Chef Tim Veatch will create a local feast from the region’s freshest ingredients, paired with a carefully curated selection of Villa Creek wines. The next day’s adventures begins with Stephan Asseo, owner and winemaker at L’Aventure, where you’ll enjoy a private cave tour and library tasting. Next, Jordan Fiorentini of Epoch Estate Wines will give you a VIP tasting and tour. The fun continues into the evening as you join winemaker Phil Pfunder (Château Angélus/Screaming Eagle) for a special vintner library tasting in the owners’ library at Law Estate Wines atop Peachy Canyon. Later, in what is fondly known as the "modern glass house in the vineyard," Orange County’s Chef Chris Guerrero will serve a dinner of seven courses, each inspired by the wines that this ultra-premium estate produces.

EXCELLENCE AND ABUNDANCE in Paso Robles Wine Country Your third day in Paso Robles will include two final tastings. First, a private tour and tasting with Anthony Yount, the talented winemaker at Denner Wines. Next, Guillaume Fabre, the winemaker/vintner at nearby Clos Solène Wines, will lead you through your last tasting.

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Booker Wines Paso Robles, CA

In addition, the winner of this lot will receive instant access to the mailing list of Saxum Vineyards. At a current seven year wait for mailing list access, as the first Paso Robles winery to receive a 100 point rating by Wine Advocate, and to find itself with the number one wine from Wine Spectators’ top 100 annual list, access to these wines and the James Berry and Bone Rock magnums included is a collector's gold mine. This is the first and last time that Saxum has ever offered an auction item like this.

Clos Solène Winery Paso Robles, CA

Along with access to this exclusive list from Saxum, the winning bidder will take home a collection of wines that is nothing short of stupendous. All of these highly soughtafter magnums will be yours to treasure and enjoy:

Epoch Estate Wines Templeton, CA

SA XU M 2013 James Berry Vineyard

TOR R IN 2012 Akasha

(98pts)

(96pts)

SA X U M 2013 Bone Rock

TOR R IN 2013 Akasha

(99pts)

(97pts)

L AW E S TAT E 2013 Audacious

TOR R IN 2014 Akasha (not yet rated)

(95pts)

L AW E S TAT E 2013 Beguiling

B OOKE R 2015 Oublie

(97pts)

(94pts)

V IL L A C RE E K 2013 High Road

L’AVENT U RE 2012 Estate Cuvée

(93+pts)

(98pts)

V IL L A C RE E K 2014 High Road (94pts)

C LOS SOLÈ NE 2014 Cuvée Jean (96pts)

E PO C H 2013 Estate Blend (92pts)

D EN NE R 2012 Dirt Worshipper (not yet rated)

To be scheduled on mutually agreeable dates for all parties. Accommodations are subject to availability; in the event of unavailability, comparable accommodations will be provided (York Mountain or Maroney Vineyard retreat).

Denner Vineyards Paso Robles, CA

L'Aventure Winery Paso Robles, CA Law Estate Wines Paso Robles, CA Saxum Vineyards Paso Robles, CA Torrin Wine Templeton, CA Villa Creek Cellars Paso Robles, CA

19 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $4,000

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Three-Night Stay for Four Four Spa Treatments Private Tasting for Four Tour & Luncheon for Four Two Wine Dinners for Four Twenty-Four 750ml Bottles Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Two 3-Liter Bottles

THE PERFECT WEEKEND with Patz & Hall For nearly 30 years, Patz & Hall has exemplified one philosophy: to work with only the finest vineyards, farmed by California’s greatest winegrowers. This focus has led them to create lasting relationships with legendary local growers, and has given them unprecedented access to the finest sites and clones in Sonoma County. From these prized vineyards, Patz & Hall makes some of the New World’s most stirring and sought-after single-vineyard Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs—wines that have become benchmarks for their intensity, elegance and complexity. Two couples will become Sonoma insiders for a weekend, staying at one of wine country’s finest hotels and spas, MacArthur Place. Your party will be treated to an exclusive Salon Tasting at the Sonoma House at Patz & Hall with one of the winery’s founders and get the chance to taste several wines available only at the winery. You will also be taken to one of the key vineyard sites, Dutton Ranch, to see the blocks where the Patz & Hall grapes are grown, and to a gourmet lunch in the vineyard with the Duttons and the winemaker, James Hall. During your stay in Sonoma, you will dine at two of the area’s finest restaurants, where your meals will be paired with a selection of limited-release wines from Patz & Hall. Before dinner one night, relax to the fullest with a luxurious massage or body treatment at the spa. And tonight, stock your wine cellar with a special collection of Patz & Hall singlevineyard wines. You will bring home a case each of the 2014 Pinot Noir and the 2015 Chardonnay, as well as two magnums of the 2014 Chenoweth Ranch Pinot Noir and two double magnums of the 2014 Hyde Vineyard Pinot Noir, each signed by the winemaker.

Dates are mutually agreeable and must be booked two months in advance. Airfare and ground transportation not included. MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa based on availability. Expires July 22, 2018. Certificate non-transferable.

THE PERFECT WEEKEND with Patz & Hall

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Patz & Hall Winery Sonoma, CA

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A PA S S AG E TO INDIA The award-winning travel experts of cazenove+loyd design luxury vacations with a difference. With a loyal clientele spanning 25 years, their tailor-made trips designed for the curious and adventurous bring out the best in every destination. This year, for Sun Valley Center supporters with a spirit of wanderlust, they have designed a very unique weeklong trip to the Indian Himalayas. This is luxury in balance with wild surroundings and spectacular mountain views.

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On arrival in Delhi, your adventure will begin with a romantic train journey up to the mountains for a week of discovery and life changing experiences.

Private Guides for Two

First, you’ll spend three nights along the Kumaon Village Walks at an altitude of about 6000 feet. Then, you’ll enjoy three more luxurious nights at the remote Relais & Chateux lodge of 360 Leti at 8000 feet.

Six-Night Stay for Two

All Meals and Beverages First Class Train Travel for Two

The first part of your trip takes place in the Kumaon region. Hiking by day with your private guide in the foothills of the sacred Kumaon area of Northern India, you will explore beautiful landscapes that are home to ancient working temples and a vibrant rural community. And each night you will have to yourselves a beautifully restored village house, complete with private chef and stylish home comforts. Three different houses on three consecutive nights and your bags delivered ahead of you. It is a rare privilege to experience this timeless way of life, in a place where the mountains have a very special energy and the people give a very genuine welcome. You will enjoy the region as a guest rather than a tourist. After three nights in the foothills, the second leg of your journey begins with a drive towards the high Himalaya to the remote Relais & Chateux lodge of 360 Leti. There, you’ll spend three nights at this hideaway of wood, stone and vast expanses of glass, nestled at an altitude of 8000 feet with spectacular views of the perennially snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. The lodge, on the edge of Nanda Devi Sanctuary, combines age-old building techniques with contemporary design and technologies. Above all, it is a place to reflect and to allow the space and peace of the astonishing location to work its magic. From a base of luxurious duvets and pashmina blankets with fine wines and gourmet cooking, you can take mountain walks with the resident guides, practice yoga or meditation with the resident teacher by private arrangement, or simply enjoy the tranquillity while taking in the views. This one of a kind experience will leave you with lifelong memories of this very special part of the world.

A PA S S AG E TO INDIA

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cazenove+loyd London, United Kingdom

Offer is valid for 2018, excluding March 20 to April 5 and December 20 to December 31. All accommodation and services are subject to availability at the time of booking. Inclusive of private guiding as well as food and beverage throughout. Excludes airfare. This offer is non-transferable but you may add additional passengers or extra days and services for an additional cost. Seasonal recommendations are October to December and February to March.

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ROUNDHOUSE Wine Party Step back in time for a night with this very special event at Sun Valley’s historic and iconic Roundhouse Lodge, first opened in 1939. Perched high up on Bald Mountain, the famous restaurant boasts astounding views from every vantage point and is yours for the entire evening. Your spring break wine party in the mountains will begin with a festive gondola ride up to the lodge, complete with a glass of champagne for toasting your good fortune. Once you reach the top, gather in the cozy dining room to relax and marvel at the view of tiny twinkling lights below. While you enjoy the views, the resort’s talented chefs will be busy in the kitchen, pulling out all the stops to prepare a scrumptious four-course gourmet feast for 40 guests. The attentive wait staff will take care of your every need and the sommeliers will be pouring award-winning wines from two outstanding wineries—Kosta Browne and Chappellet. These two rock stars of the wine world hardly need any introduction, and they will come ready to impress, with some of their most highly sought-after bottles, to make for an unforgettable experience. As night falls and dinner comes to an end, collapse happily into a gondola for a smooth ride down the mountain under the light of the moon, guided by the luminous alpenglow and countless sparkling stars. This is spring break, great wine and highaltitude fun in Sun Valley at its very best.

$1,500 per person. Dinner to take place on March 7, 2018.

ROUNDHOUSE Wine Party

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Sun Valley Company Sun Valley, ID Dan Kosta Kosta Browne Winery Sebastopol, CA Cyril Chappellet Chappellet Winery St. Helena, CA

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Seven 6-Liter Bottles Original Photo Print

AT K I N S O N S ' S P E C TA C U L A R S AW T O O T H S 23rd Anniversary Collection To celebrate the 23rd year of this beloved Wine Auction lot, Sharon and Tom Pyle of Atkinsons’ Market have collaborated with local photographer extraordinaire, Josh Wells, and Fresh Northwest Design of Gig Harbor, Washington, to create a special collection of wine. Decorated with Josh’s stunning panoramic photograph of the iconic Sawtooth Mountains are seven Imperial-sized bottles of specially created wines from a selection of renowned Washington State wineries. The spectacular beauty and solitude of the 217,000-acre Sawtooth Forest is experienced by people from all over the world. Considered the crown jewel of the Gem State, the wilderness is comprised of hundreds of jagged peaks and high alpine lakes with an abundance of pure white snow from this past winter. This year’s gem of a lot includes the following spectacular, award-winning large-format Northwest wines: • COL SOLARE RED MOUNTAIN CABERNET SAUVIGNON, 2014 • CÔTE BONNEVILLE YAKIMA VALLEY RED WINE, 2013 • L’ECOLE N⁰41 FERGUSON RED BLEND, 2014 • LEONETTI CELLAR CABERNET SAUVIGNON, 2014 • QUILCEDA CREEK WINERY COLUMBIA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON, 2014 • VA PIANO VINEYARDS WALLA WALLA VALLEY ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON, 2014 • WOODWARD CANYON ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON, 2014 Don’t miss your chance to take home a piece of Sun Valley Wine Auction history. This creative collaboration is the perfect way to celebrate the arts, the outdoors and the outstanding wines of the Walla Walla, Columbia and Yakima Valleys.

AT K I N S O N S ' S P E C TA C U L A R S AW T O O T H S 23rd Anniversary Collection

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Tom & Sharon Pyle Atkinsons’ Market Ketchum, ID Joshua R. Wells Sun Valley Photo Ketchum, ID Fresh Northwest Design Gig Harbor, WA Col Solare Winery Benton City, WA Côte Bonneville Sunnyside, WA L’Ecole N⁰41 Lowden, WA Leonetti Cellar Walla Walla, WA Quilceda Creek Winery Snohomish, WA Va Piano Vineyards Walla Walla, WA 17

Sawtooth National Forest Stanley, Idaho

Atkindsons’ #23 Mountain Range Series

2014

Col Solare

Red Mountain Red Wine

2012

Côte Bonneville Yakima Valley Red Wine

2014

L’Ecole N° 41

Walla Walla Valley Estate Ferguson

2014

Leonetti Cellar

Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2013

Quilceda Creek

Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2013

Va Piano

Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2013

Woodward Canyon Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Joshua R. Wells Sun Valley P hoto

Woodward Canyon Winery Lowden, WA

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Two-Night Stay for Four Wine Pairing Dinner for Four Tour & Tasting for Four Vineyard Tour for Four Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

DISCOVER THE JEWEL of Sonoma County Deep in the heart of Sonoma lies a winery of special distinction and character, Three Sticks Wines. Founded in 2002, Three Sticks is a boutique, family-owned winery led by veteran winemaker Bob Cabral. Their philosophy is to produce small-lot, artisanal wines of world-class quality from exceptional vineyards in Sonoma County, including estate properties Gap's Crown and Durell Vineyards, often named one of the top five vineyards in Sonoma, no small honor! Come out to beautiful Sonoma Valley and experience the natural beauty and the true taste of California. You and another couple will spend two nights just a block from Sonoma’s quaint town square, at The Cottage Inn & Spa, a tranquil and luxurious retreat. Your private room and suite features unique architectural design elements, with fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, kitchens, private patios and access to the relaxing spa. Bring your boots for an off-road exploration of Durell Vineyard, Three Sticks' home ranch and source of some of California's top Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. Next, brush off the dust and step back in time at the Vallejo-Casteñada Adobe. Built in 1842 by Captain Vallejo, the Adobe is home to Three Sticks and a vibrant piece of Sonoma history. A member of the Three Sticks winemaking team will guide you on a tour and tasting at the historic Adobe in downtown Sonoma. The Adobe is the longest occupied residence in Sonoma and one of the town's few remaining buildings from California's Mexican Period. The Three Sticks team worked with Sonoma historians and the Sonoma League for Historic Preservation to restore and protect the fabric of the property and its rich history. The historic landmark in downtown Sonoma is now home to the hospitality of Three Sticks. Three Sticks’ founders believe in table fellowship as the power of wine to bring people together, and to that end, the evening will culminate at the Adobe where you will have the property to yourself for an exclusive private dinner paired with Three Sticks Wines. Plus, each couple will receive a magnum of Three Sticks Estate Pinot Noir to bring back home for their own cellars. This is a truly priceless experience for the novice or expert wine lover.

Blackout dates: July through October.

DISCOVER THE JEWEL of Sonoma County

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Three Sticks Wines Sonoma, CA Cottage Inn & Spa Sonoma, CA

24 Live Lots O PE N ING B ID $4,000

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Private Vineyard Tour, Tasting & Lunch for Four VIP Tickets for Four for Harvest on the Coast Weekend Three-Night Stay for Four Private Castle Tour and Lunch for Four Dinner & Wine for Four One 4.5-Liter Bottle Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Twenty-four 750ml Bottles Two Wine Club Memberships

SAN LUIS OBISPO WINE COUNTRY WEEKEND Harvest on the Coast San Luis Obispo’s wine country is calling your name. Two couples will embark on this California coast adventure, staying for three nights at the new Shore Cliff Hotel in beautiful Pismo Beach. The charming property was recently transformed into an upscale boutique hotel featuring bluff-top walkways, intimate seating areas from which to enjoy the views and a staff totally committed to creating memorable experiences for every guest. Your unforgettable trip begins at Talley Vineyards, where proprietors Brian and Johnine Talley will host two couples for a private tour and tasting, along with a gourmet farm-to-table lunch, pairing their highly acclaimed estate-bottled wines with fruits and vegetables from their family farm. For three generations, the Talley family has farmed in coastal San Luis Obispo County, beginning with specialty vegetables in 1948 and estate-bottled Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in 1982. The next day, travel up the coast for a tour of the legendary Hearst Castle followed by lunch at Cutruzzola Vineyards in the picturesque town of Cambria. The Cutruzzola estate vineyard is located in a coastal valley just outside the town center and only a few miles from the water's edge. You’ll be warmed by sunlight and cooled by ocean breezes as you stand in the vineyard, where they grow Riesling and Pinot Noir on steep hillsides in a cool climate ideal for these varietals. Friday evening, get up close and personal with the winemakers of SLO Wine Country during the Crafted on the Coast collaborative winemaker dinner. This dinner will feature locally sourced cuisine paired perfectly with several San Luis Obispo Wine Country wineries, each presented by their winemaker. The party continues the next day with VIP early entry passes to Harvest on the Coast. Enjoy the ocean-view Grand Tasting at the Avila Beach Resort, featuring rare and reserve wines along with over two dozen local chefs and artisan food producers and live music by local favorite B and the Hive. You’ll also receive front row seats to the Wine & Lifestyle Auction, the winemaker-hosted auction featuring rare wines, culinary treats and SLO Wine Country over-the-top destination experiences. End the day with dinner just steps from the ocean at one of San Luis Obispo County’s most highly regarded and scenic restaurants, Ocean Grill in Avila Beach. You’ll enjoy complimentary dinner paired with Talley Vineyards wines. This astounding package also includes two complimentary Estate Subscriber Memberships with shipments of 12 bottles of Talley Vineyards Chardonnays in the spring and 12 bottles of Pinot Noirs in the fall. All Estate Subscribers receive

SAN LUIS OBISPO WINE COUNTRY WEEKEND Harvest on the Coast a complimentary invitation for two to the annual Estate Subscriber Appreciation Event at Talley Vineyards in Arroyo Grande. Rounding out the collection of Talley Vineyards wines are two magnums of each of the wineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six Single Vineyard Selections to bring home. Finally, your ultimate souvenir is a one-of-a-kind hand-painted and etched Jeroboam bottle of Chardonnay reflecting a collaboration of winemakers in San Luis Obispo Wine Country. This 2014 Chardonnay was hand-crafted by winemaker Coby ParkerGarcia from Claiborne & Churchill and etched by local artist Candice Norcross.

Dates of trip are Friday, November 2nd - Sunday, November 5th, 2017.

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Cutruzzola Vineyards Cambria, CA Ocean Grill Avila Beach, CA Shore Cliff Hotel Pismo Beach, CA San Luis Obispo Wine Country Association San Luis Obispo, CA Talley Vineyards Arroyo Grande, CA

25 Live Lots O PE NING B ID

DREAM BIG with a SeaDream Wine Voyage Prepare yourselves to be splendidly spoiled on a cruise for two through the Mediterranean. Just imagine it . . . seven days of complete and total luxury and relaxation, with SeaDream’s Wine Voyage from Barcelona to Malaga. A dream come true, right? SeaDream sails to some of the most beautiful ports in the Mediterranean. The yacht, coupled with the enchantment of the region, offer the ideal opportunity to expand your passion and knowledge of wine.

$6,000

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Seven-Day Cruise for Two All Meals, Drinks and Gratuities Onboard Two Tastings for Two Wine Pairing Dinner for Two Vie Active Woman’s Outfit

Your voyage will begin in Barcelona, taking you to the islands of Mallorca and Ibiza, Cartagena, Puerto Banus, Gibraltar, and finishing in the port of Malaga. All along the way, you will have the chance to explore the area’s vineyards and historic landmarks during on-land adventures in each port of call. This luxurious motor yacht comes complete with a full service spa and complimentary sunrise Yoga and Tai Chi sessions. Vie Active of Ketchum will provide a woman's active wear outfit to enjoy throughout your trip and for years to come. SeaDream Wine Voyages are designed to offer the very best in culinary and yachting experiences. Explore the flavors and history of some of the world’s most renowned wineries, as well as several less familiar, but equally notable vineyards. Days are filled with wine tastings and guided tours to the origins of some of the finest wine in the world. Learn and experience the history of these wineries and taste a selected range of their portfolio. Visiting these historic destinations makes it a great experience for non-wine drinkers as well! Exclusive wine tastings are followed by the Winemaker’s Dinner, where the chef’s stunning menu is complemented with top cuvées from a visiting winemaker, who will host the event. The unique evening is all about an unforgettable culinary experience that is incomparable to other wine cruises. Taste only the best reds, whites and champagne. Every single wine cruise on SeaDream is a unique and personalized culinary experience, with carefully crafted itineraries that immerse guests into the world of wine. With the expertise of the Wine Director Ida Dønheim, a SeaDream Wine Voyage is the perfect opportunity to enhance your knowledge of food and wine pairings. After cruising in style to the most beautiful ports in the Mediterranean and visiting world-renowned wineries, you’ll come back home to friends and family with a whole new appreciation and love for wine.

Dates of the trip are October 20-27, 2018

DREAM BIG with a SeaDream Wine Voyage

25 Live Lots D O NO RS

Vista Travel Associates Ketchum, ID Palm Beach Gardens, FL Vie Active, Ketchum, ID

26 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $2,000

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Library Tasting for Six

Two 750ml Bottles Tour & Luncheon for Six One 1.5-Liter Bottle

S TAG S L E A P S TA R S Two neighboring vineyards in the Stags Leap district have teamed up to offer this VIP experience for three couples in one of Napa’s premier AVAs. Cavus is a family-run vineyard nestled high on the hillside in Napa Valley. Dave Phinney, of Orin Swift fame, has been the winemaker since Cavus’ inception and works with Jim Barbour in the vineyard to produce rich, robust Cabernet Sauvignons that have reached cult status, making them difficult to find. And tucked into the dramatic palisades of the Stags Leap district sits Odette Estate on 45 voluptuous acres. Odette produces full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignons that are notable for their combination of power and elegance, while simultaneously showcasing the unique properties of the AVA. At Cavus, your group is invited an exceptional "Petit Flavors" menu and the ultimate tasting experience. This special library tasting with the owners of Cavus will take place at their home in the vineyard, where you will have the chance to sample bitesized pairing flavors and taste Cavus’ famed boutique Cabernet, a rare wine that sells out immediately and was called "a blockbuster" by Robert Parker. The winning bidder will take home two bottles of the 2009 Cavus Cabernet Sauvignon on the night of the auction. Next, Odette Estate will host you for a special tour—a behind-the-scenes look at what makes this one of the Cru Properties of Napa Valley. After the tour, join your hosts for a tasting of their award-winning wines paired with a three-course family-style gourmet luncheon. At the end of your visit, take home a magnum of Odette’s current release, the 2014 Odette Estate Cabernet, a beautiful wine revealing the unique characteristics and terroir of the AVA. This full-bodied and expressive Cabernet Sauvignon boasts a long, persistent finish and was given 95 points by The Wine Advocate.

S TAG S L E A P S TA R S

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Cavus Vineyards Napa, CA Odette Estate Winery Napa, CA

27 Live Lots O PE N ING B ID $3,000

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Two VIP Wine Pairings Luncheons for Eight Two Tours & Tastings for Eight One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle

LET’S DO LUNCH . . . Napa Style Two of St. Helena’s premier wineries, Barnett Vineyards and Dakota Shy Wine, have paired up to offer this incredible auction lot. Don’t miss your chance to visit these two gems of Napa Valley for the ultimate red carpet treatment and exclusive access. Gather your group of up to eight lucky souls to wine and dine your way through the region. Barnett Vineyards is in the Spring Mountain District, built on a mountainside with exquisite views. Winemaking and viticulture practices at Barnett Vineyards are influenced by the artisan craft of creating wines by hand. Your personal and curated VIP tour and tasting experience includes a discussion of the vineyard’s history, unique terroir and winemaking methods. Guests will explore current releases while enjoying a spectacular view of Napa Valley. Following this enlightening experience, enjoy a gourmet lunch paired with Barnett wines, and while away the afternoon without a worry in the world. The next day, yet another exceptional experience awaits you at nearby Dakota Shy Wines. From carefully selected vineyards, produced in very small quantities and artfully crafted to reflect a sense of place, Dakota Shy’s complex, sophisticated and powerful Cabernets are a testament to Napa Valley's reputation for producing some of the greatest red wines in the world. Their wines rival the best of what Napa Valley has to offer, from the pinnacle of quality and luxury to world-class Cabernet Sauvignon that can proudly be placed on the table and enjoyed every week. And you can gain first-hand knowledge of this with a VIP tour and tasting at Dakota Shy, along with a wine pairings luncheon. Just picture yourselves at a long outdoor table, beautifully set and laden with the bounty sof the region and a selection of Dakota Shy’s finest wines. And yours for the taking after tonight’s event are two outstanding bottles . . . first, a gorgeous etched double magnum of Barnett’s 2014 Rattlesnake Cabernet, an immense yet beautifully balanced wine that will age wonderfully. This is one for the cellar and was given 95 points by Robert Parker. Also, a magnum of the 2015 Dakota Shy Napa Valley Cabernet, a powerful, almost decadent wine that is balanced on a fine structure of lush tannin and bright acid. This is an incredibly dense, rich wine with both a brooding density and an extroverted, lively, even hedonistic, fruit profile all on a sophisticated frame.

LETâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DO LUNCH . . . Napa Style

27 Live Lots D O NO RS

Barnett Vineyards St. Helena, CA Dakota Shy Wine St. Helena, CA

28 Live Lots O PE NING B ID $2,000

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Two VIP Ticket Packages to COF & SVCA Programming for One Year Private Exhibition Tour for Twenty with Champagne & Hors d’oeuvres Backstage Tour & Meet & Greet for Two Personal SVCA Concierge for Two for One Year

S U N VA L L E Y C E N T E R FOR THE ARTS Premier Patrons Package A cornerstone of the Wood River Valley arts scene and the largest arts organization in Idaho, the Sun Valley Center for the Arts has enriched our community through transformative arts and educational experiences since 1971. The Center offers exceptional year-round programming in music, film, visual arts, the humanities and Company of Fools professional theatre. Their mission is to enrich our community through transformative arts and educational experiences. This is the stuff that matters. And now is your chance to be a big part of that. This package lets you take full advantage of all that The Center offers for one year, as a Premier Patron. You will receive guaranteed entrance and VIP seating (where applicable) for two to all Sun Valley Center and Company of Fools programming for a one full year. This means lectures, summer concerts, all private guardian events, theatre productions, play readings and more. Plus, arrange for a private tour for up to 20 of your friends to any of The Center’s exhibitions with an artist or The Center’s curator, depending on availability. Champagne and hors d’oeuvres will be included. You are also invited with a friend on a backstage tour and conversation at a Company of Fools performance of your choice for the 2017-2018 season. And of course, your personal concierge at the Sun Valley Center of the Arts will ensure that you stay up to date and receive the tickets of your choice for all of the year’s best events.

Excludes some fundraising events such as the 2018 Wine Auction.

S U N VA L L E Y C E N T E R FOR THE ARTS Premier Patrons Package

28 Live Lots D O NO RS

Sun Valley Center for the Arts Ketchum, ID

Silent Lots

Art is ... Transformative.

Art & Community Go Hand in Hand.

SILENT LOTS

Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction 2017 F E AT U R E D S I L E N T 101 102 103 104

Sun Valley Company Domaine Serene Willamette Valley Vineyards JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery

105 106 107 108

Kenefick Ranch Archery Summit Luwa Luxury Idaho Rocky Mountain Ranch

SILENT 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 11 9 120 121 122 123

TOR Kenward Family Wines Canihan Family Winery Nicolas Feuillatte Ambassador Ramey Wine Cellars William Cole Vineyards Pride Moutain Vineyards Ridge Vineyards Failla Wines Figge Cellars HALL & WALT Wines Neely Wine Saddleback Cellars Somnium Wine DeLille Cellars

124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137

Dunham Cellars Vineyard {511} Sokol Blosser ZD Wines Patz & Hall Erath Northstar Spring Valley Vineyard Chateau Ste. Michelle French Treasures Reynvaan Far Niente Sun Valley Milk Carton Lot Stagâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Leap Wine Cellars

Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction 2017 F E AT U R E D S I L E N T L O T S This year’s Silent Auction includes 8 Featured Silent Lots offering extraordinary opportunities only available to tonight’s winning bidders. Interested in guided first tracks and a delicious brunch on Baldy with 9 of your best friends? Or luxury stays and VIP tours at wineries and ranches across the West? Bid on these exclusive lots for access to unparalleled—and rarely available—experiences.

Sun Valley Company FIRST TR ACKS & B U B B LY B R U N C H This is the ultimate prize…the chance to get first tracks on Baldy with your closest friends. Ten of you will get complimentary lift tickets and early-up access for the powder adventure of a lifetime. Two instructors will join you for the morning to lead you to the best spots on the mountain for fresh snow. After your legs can’t take it anymore, find your way to the iconic Roundhouse Lodge where a custom private brunch in Averell’s awaits you… an omelet station, fresh salads, antipasto and smoked salmon platters, assorted pastries, quiches and more. To top it off, you will enjoy complimentary champagne from Veuve Clicquot. And tonight, bring home two magnums of Veuve Clicquot for your own collection and celebration.

Excludes weekends, holidays and peak days. Must be arranged at least 30 days in advance.

101 Featured Silent Lots OP E N I N G B I D $5,000

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Early-up Ski Access & Lift Tickets for Ten Two Private Ski Guides Brunch for Ten with Champagne Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Sun Valley Company Sun Valley, ID Veuve Clicquot Reims, France

102 Featured Silent Lots O PE N ING B ID $2,800

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Three-Night Stay for Four Private Tour & Tasting for Four Two 750ml Bottles Concierge Service for Four

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Domaine Serene Winery Dayton, OR

Domaine Serene PA R A D I S E FO U N D I N OREGON WINE COUNTRY Are you ready for an exquisite Oregon wine experience? One of the state’s premier wineries is offering the ultimate oenological adventure. Come to Domaine Serene, a little slice of paradise in the hills of the Willamette Valley. Experience the pastoral tranquility of Oregon’s wine country from the wonderful luxuries of Domaine Serene’s Winery Hill House retreat. Two couples will relax for a three-night stay in this private hideaway. The beautifully-appointed “home away from home” is the perfect place to start your adventures and the ideal sanctuary at the end of a memorable day among the vines. With picturesque views from every vantage point and the heart of the valley at your fingertips, you will experience the unique and unspoiled region in grand style. Also included are a bottle each of Domaine Serene’s award-winning Chardonnay and Pinot Noir that will be stocked in the house for you to enjoy during your stay, along with gourmet breakfast items and cheese and charcuterie. A Domaine Serene concierge will be on hand to assist you as you plan your trip, which will include a private tour of the landmark winery followed by a seated VIP tasting of the single-vineyard offerings in the beautiful cave.

Valid from January 1, 2018 and good for 18 months. To be booked on mutually agreeable dates.

Willamette Valley Vineyards WILLAMETTE WONDERS

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Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Willamette Valley is famous the world over for its Pinot Noir. And tonight, you have the chance to explore the region in style with the utmost luxuries in wine and lodging at your disposal. This kind of opportunity certainly does not come along every day. Willamette Valley Vineyards is offering a two-night stay for two guests in their private suites at the Estate Vineyard in Turner, Oregon. Escape to this amazing corner of the state and learn about the fascinating story of Willamette Valley Vineyards and the Oregon wine industry as you take in the sweeping views and delight in their warm hospitality.Â Also included during your visit is a unique wine pairing experience and a VIP tour and tasting. A combination of determination and extraordinary people has led Willamette Valley Vineyards from an idea to one of the region's leading wineries, earning the title "One of America's Great Pinot Noir Producers" from Wine Enthusiast magazine. Now you can indulge and experience it for yourself. And a special bonus, several bottles of their elegant, classic Oregon wines, are yours for the taking tonight as well. Five bottles of the 2014 AVA Series Pinot Noir, a focused single-vineyard wine, sourced from Luminous Hills, and a magnum of the 2012 Elton Pinot Noir, awarded 91 points by Wine Spectator, a wine with juicy, seamless tannins creating a smooth sip and an opulent, silky texture.

Featured Silent Lots

To be booked on mutually agreeable dates.

Five 750ml Bottles

OP E N I N G B I D $1,500

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Two-Night Stay for Two Pairings Experience for Two VIP Tour & Tasting for Two

One 1.5-Liter Bottle

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Willamette Valley Vineyards Turner, OR

104 Featured Silent Lots O PE N ING B ID $1,800

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Two-Night Stay for Two Dinner for Two Two 750ml Bottles Tour & Tasting for Two Wine Seminar for Two

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JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Paso Robles, CA

JU STIN Vineyards & Winery THE SPLENDORS O F C A L I F O R N I A’ S CENTR AL COAST This just in…JUSTIN Vineyards, recently named Winery of Year by Wine Enthusiast, is ready to roll out the red carpet for you on an unforgettable trip through California’s Central Coast wine country. You will come back sated, relaxed and bursting with newfound knowledge about wine. Alight at the JUST Inn B&B in Paso Robles for a two-night stay in heavenly splendor. JUST Inn combines the luxury and comfort of a five-star hotel with the opportunity to experience life on a working vineyard and winery. When you’re ready, the pros at JUSTIN will share tips and tastes with you during a VIP tour and tasting as well as a private seasonal wine seminar and pairing session with their sommelier. And as a perfect ending to a perfect day, enjoy a sunset toast overlooking the vineyards at Chateau at JUSTIN, followed by dinner at The Restaurant at JUSTIN—the ultimate food and wine experience with worldclass service—just named one of the best winery restaurants in America by Food & Wine magazine. Sit back and enjoy as the chef artfully transforms local ingredients into unparalleled cuisine that is well worth the journey. And, as the winning bidder tonight, you will also take home two bottles of JUSTIN’s flagship Isosceles Cabernet Sauvignon. This 2014 vintage of Isosceles is exceptionally approachable early on with generous black fruit, spice and balanced textures, but ultimately structured to last for years in your cellar. The palate is very open for such a cellar-worthy wine, and is an outstanding pairing for simple or complex dishes.

To be booked on mutually agreeable dates.

Kenefick Ranch CALISTOGA DREAMS In the picturesque foothills of the Palisades Mountains in Calistoga, you will find the Kenefick Ranch Winery, where Dr. Tom Kenefick and his two grown children, Chris and Caitlin, share a passion for creating premium, hand-crafted estate wines. Sourcing the highest quality fruit from 125 producing acres, Dr. Kenefick, a retired neurosurgeon, has farmed the red rock-filled soils for nearly four decades to produce award-winning artisanal wines that truly are unique to the terroir. This lot is chock-full of fabulous wine, fine food and major fun to be had. What better way for you and three others to enjoy the beauty, wonder and magic of Napa Valley’s wine country than to spend four nights at the cozy Kenefick Ranch Farmhouse in Calistoga? During your stay, join Dr. Kenefick on the patio overlooking the vineyard for an afternoon luncheon while tasting some of the winery’s finest selections. The next day, enjoy lunch and a tasting at Saddleback Vineyards with legendary winemaker, Nils Venge, known as the “King of Cab.” The experience continues with a guided tasting hosted by Nils’ son Kurt Venge of Venge Cellars. You can also take a brief break from all things wine to enjoy spa privileges at Solage with a day pass for four. Artfully designed and ecologically conscious, Napa Valley Spa Solage is the ultimate retreat in a restful and restorative setting, offering treatments including healing geothermal pools and mineral-rich mud therapy. As a finale to your visit, savor the culinary delights of a signature dinner at Auberge-Solage Resort’s Solbar Restaurant, where Chef Salsini will showcase his Michelin star-rated California cuisine. Finally, as a souvenir of your visit, you will bring home a magnum of Kenefick Ranch wine to share and enjoy when you return.

Subject to availability; requires reservations. Offer expires July 31, 2018. Dinner does not include spirits or gratuity.

105 Featured Silent Lots OP E N I N G B I D $2,000

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Four-Night Stay for Four Two Lunches for Four Three Tastings for Four Dinner for Four One 1.5-Liter Bottle

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Kenefick Ranch Winery Calistoga, CA Saddleback Cellars Oakville, CA Venge Cellars Calistoga, CA Solage Resort Calistoga, CA

106 Featured Silent Lots O PE N ING B ID $3,000

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Three-Night Stay for Six Wine Paring Dinner for Six Private Tour & Tasting for Six One 1.5-Liter Bottle

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Archery Summit Winery Dayton, OR

Archery Summit A N I N V I TAT I O N FROM ARCHERY SUMMIT From six vineyards across 120 estate acres in the heart of Oregon’s Pinot Noir territory, Archery Summit crafts rare and remarkable wines that vividly express their distinct places of origin. Experience the tranquility and life of the vineyard in the Willamette Valley with this marvelous package for three couples at Archery Summit’s Red Hills Estate guesthouse. The cozy home nestled in the Dundee Hills is centrally located to wineries, charming restaurants and shops. The unique, three-bedroom property is perched atop a hill offering stunning panoramic views of Mt. Hood, Archery Summit’s Red Hills Vineyard and the valley below. This fantastic getaway is your home base for the next three nights. On one of those magical evenings, you will relax on the wrap-around porch while a private chef prepares a multi-course gourmet meal of locallysourced Northwest cuisine expertly paired with rare Archery Summit wines. Did you know that Archery Summit is the only Oregon winery with natural caves? Modeled after the underground caverns of Burgundy’s Côte d’Or, the subterranean cellar is hewn from the natural volcanic rock found beneath the estate. Your Archery Summit visit will also include a behind-the-scenes tour of the vineyard and winery, followed by a private tasting in the unique barrel caves. And the crowning glory of this lot? A magnum of the 2011 Dundee Hills Estate Pinot Noir is yours to take home. This is the vineyard’s penultimate wine … the perfume of the Red Hills Vineyard is unmistakable in the glass: mountain strawberries, cracked allspice, red currants, cinnamon and nut oil provide a medley of aromatic intrigue. The palate swells with briary fruit notes reminiscent of red raspberries and bing cherries, dusted with a pinch of crushed rocks. On the finish, the spices, fruits and minerals all converge to create a wine of tremendous persistence.

Tours and tastings subject to mutual availability; guest house stay based on availability.

Luwa Luxury KEEP IT CHILL Keep all your favorite beverages at the perfect temperature with this 24" dual zone refrigerator from Luwa Luxury. A fantastic addition to any bar, it has a pristine stainless steel interior, two full-extension pull-out wine storage shelves and LED interior lighting. And, to stock your new toy, bring on the bubbly! Six bottles of it. A range of different crus make up this elegant Brut RĂŠserve from Nicolas Feuillatte, aged for at least three years in the cellars. This is a quintessential Champagne, delicate, structured and fruity. It has won countless awards, and it is a Champagne subtly focused on shades of white fruits and spices, whose refined character is a constant source of surprise. Let it surprise and delight you tonight!

107 Featured Silent Lots OP E N I N G B I D $2,500

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Wine Refrigerator Six 750ml Bottles

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Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Chouilly, France Luwa Luxury Bellevue, WA

108 Featured Silent Lots O PE N ING B ID $1,000

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Two-Night Stay for Two Meals for Two

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Idaho Rocky Mountain Ranch Sawtooth Valley, ID

Idaho Rocky Mountain Ranch INCREDIBLE IDAHO Nestled in the spectacular Sawtooth Mountains, amidst snowcapped peaks and the meandering Salmon River, high-alpine adventure and backcountry relaxation await you at the Idaho Rocky Mountain Ranch. Experience the historic charm and modern comforts of the Ranch with this one-of-a-kind getaway. Enjoy the solitude and peace of two nights in a private cabin, offering freedom, breathtaking natural beauty and a relaxed atmosphere. Surrounded by the largest protected wilderness area in the "Lower 48," the Ranch atmosphere is friendly and casual. The view from the front porch? It’s positively mind-blowing. When you wake up each morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast in the dining room. Then get out there and explore. The chef will send you off with packed picnic lunches each day. And when you get back from your adventures, take full advantage of the ranch facilities, such as mountain bikes, stocked catch and release fishing pond with paddleboat, Salmon River access and indoor/outdoor games. Or, simply kick back in a deck chair while you marvel at the mountains in the distance. Finish up your day of adventure with a luxurious soak in the Ranch’s natural hot springs pool. After you’ve reached your full relaxation potential, you’ll want to regroup for the fabulous dinner that’s in store for you each evening. Executive Chef Clinton McCann will be preparing multi-course meals that are sure to delight. Clint’s passion for food and thoughtful creativity led him “to discover the terroir of the Sawtooths, beginning with great, high-quality ingredients and maintaining their integrity to provide elegant, rustic, guest-pleasing cuisine.”

Subject to availability during the summer 2017 season (June 16-Sept 16).

Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction 2017 SILENT LOTS This year’s Silent Auction features lots that are sure to delight wine connoisseurs. The world’s best wineries share hard-to-find gems as well as exclusive private tours and tastings. There’s a lot for every wine lover!

109 Silent Lots O P EN I NG B ID $200

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Tasting for Four

TO R Wines TA S T I N G AT T O R The people at TOR Wines believe that “wine is irresistible, it is fun, and it is about sharing passion, good fortune and community.” Growers come to TOR because they know the wine will likely be single-vineyard designated, it will get high scores and the vineyard will often be recognized in the press. In most vintages, TOR’s single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons and Chardonnays have scored in the top ten wines of the vintage, always among the best of Napa Valley, making them rare and hard to find. Now you get the chance to see what it’s all about for yourself with a special tasting for four at TOR, as well as two exceptional bottles. TOR’s 2014 Tierra Roja Cabernet Sauvignon garnered 95 points from Robert Parker, who described the wine as “sexy, beautiful, fragrant.” And he gave the Reserve Cuvée Susan Chardonnay 96 points, calling it “full-bodied, rich and potentially very complex and long-lived.”

Two 750ml Bottles

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TOR Kenward Family Wines St. Helena, CA

110 Silent Lots O P EN I NG B ID $600

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Tour, Lunch and Tasting for Six Thirty-Six 750ml Bottles

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Canihan Family Winery Sonoma, CA

Canihan Family Winery SOJOURN IN SONOMA Canihan Family Winery produces estate-grown, award-winning wines from their dry-farmed and certified organic vineyards. The winery’s old-world philosophy yields deeply expressive, flavorful wines that reflect their terroir. Wines that the family believes represent the best of the best are sold under the Exuberance label. The lucky winner of this lot will enjoy a private vineyard tour, lunch and vertical tasting for six guests in the heart of the Sonoma Valley with Bill Canihan at the family vineyards. If desired, you can schedule your visit during harvest so that you can experience the thrill of harvesting, sorting grapes, de-stemming and crush. This unforgettable experience includes sampling the gold medal-winning 2010, 2011 and 2012 Estate Pinot Noirs along with the 2009, 2010 and 2011 Exuberance Syrah (rated 93 points or higher) as well as the inaugural 2013 Chardonnay. Included to take home are a case each of three outstanding wines—2013 Canihan Family Pinot Noir, 2013 Exuberance Syrah and 2014 Canihan Chardonnay. We don’t blame you for getting excited!

Nicolas Feuillatte B R I N G O N T H E B U B B LY There is a partnership of cutting-edge technology and human talent that lies at the heart of the intense emotion surrounding the Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte experience. In the quest for the finest quality, a single imperative governs every decision: to respect nature and express the true character of the terroir. With this lot, you take home an Imperial of one of Nicolas Feuillatte’s “must-haves.” A range of different crus make up this elegant Brut Réserve, aged for at least three years in the cellars. This is a quintessential Champagne, delicate, structured and fruity. It has won countless awards, and it is a Champagne subtly focused on shades of white fruits and spices, whose refined character is a constant source of surprise. Let it surprise and delight you tonight!

111 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $950

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One 6-Liter Bottle

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Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Chouilly, France

Ambassador THE RED M O U N TA I N M AG I C The Red Mountain region of Washington State has been getting a lot of attention and acclaim in the wine industry lately, and the folks at Ambassador are a big part of the reason why. Ambassador Wines of Washington was founded on the simple belief that no other experience is quite as enchanting as drinking wine. They know that something magical happens when you drink wine with friends; good wine becomes great wine and good friends become better friends. Tonight, bring home a flight of 2013 large-format etched bottles that you will want to share with your friends and that are sure to astound and impress. First, you will enjoy the Estate Envoy, with a lively palate and a firm finish. Next is the Estate Diplomat, boasting a beautiful fruity entry with a long, structured finish. The Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is rich and firm, with a perfect balance of black fruits and French oak. And finally, the Estate Syrah entices with its intriguing aromas and layered flavors with a smooth, lingering finish.

112 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $1,500

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One 5-Liter Bottle Three 6-Liter Bottles

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Ambassador Wines of Washington Woodinville, WA

113 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $750

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Four 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Ramey Wine Cellars Healdsburg, CA

114 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $600

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Tour and Tasting for Six One 1.5-Liter Bottle

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William Cole Vineyards St Helena, CA

Ramey Wine Cellars MAGICAL MAGNUMS At Ramey, the goal is to craft wines that are in perfect balance…they like to say they are guided by the soul of the land. David Ramey has been described as a visionary in the wine industry and his skill and expertise certainly show in the winery’s Cabernets. Ramey’s techniques are grounded in tradition and guided by innovation. The unique character of the wines is such that tasting one of their exquisitely crafted varietals is an experience not soon forgotten. Ramey wines are pure California in a bottle…and now you can take a little piece of California home with you as this lot’s winning bidder. This collection of four magnums of the 2013 vintage, signed by David Ramey himself, includes three outstanding Cabernets— the Annum, given 93 points by The Wine Advocate and described as a “dense wine [that] is exuberant/boisterous and should offer gorgeous drinking over the next 20+ years,” the Pedregal, winning 95 points, “a wine of stunning intensity, full-bodied potency, beautiful purity and length [with] extravagant richness,” and Ramey’s signature Napa Valley Cabernet, as well as the 95-point “beautiful and bold” Rodgers Creek Syrah. Make these bottles yours tonight.

William Cole Vineyards PA S S I O N A N D PERFECTION Along the lower slopes of Spring Mountain, William Cole Vineyards focuses on making wines of layered complexity and dimension. If you act quickly on this incredible auction lot, you will have the privilege of a private tour and tasting for six people at William Cole’s historic stone winery. The tasting includes distinctive library wines along with the current release of the Cuvée Claire Cabernet Sauvignon, cultivated from the 2.5-acre estate vineyard, which enjoys a historic legacy going back to the 1870s. It is a complex, elegant wine that is the cornerstone of their portfolio and represents the best of Napa Valley. And, as a bonus, a signed magnum of the 2010 Cuvée Claire Cabernet Sauvignon is yours to take home and enjoy. Don’t think twice about it!

Pride Mountain Vineyards MAGIC IN THE M O U N TA I N S Perched in the hills above Santa Rosa, Pride Mountain Vineyards is a 235-acre estate that blends smoothly into its mountainous surroundings and California heritage. This historic location includes the ruins of the former Summit Ranch winery, built in 1890. In the caves, over 23,000 square feet of subterranean storage winds naturally under the hillside, opening out onto a terrace overlooking the vineyards and the scenic northern Napa Valley. Join the Pride family for a tour and tasting for four, and whet your appetite by taking home two impressive magnums as well—the 2014 Pride Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, a rich and opulent mountain wine with a finish balanced between varietal fruit notes and tannic intensity, and the 2014 Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot, their super-ripe and expressive flagship wine with velvety tannins and a powerful finish. Get ready to be impressed!

Ridge Vineyards THE BEST OF MONTE BELLO Perched high atop the cool Santa Cruz Mountains, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Ridge Monte Bello estate is an ideal site for the winery’s Bordeaux varietals. These low-yielding vines produce two complementary Cabernet blends. An impressive Imperial of one of those, the Monte Bello Cabernet from 2009, could be yours this evening. Year after year, Monte Bello proves to be a consistently outstanding wine with great structure, complexity and balance. And, in terms of ageability, it has been known to lay down for several decades with elegance and ease. Wine Spectator gave this vintage 95 points, and it received 98 points from The Wine Advocate, with a review calling it “…simply magnificent…layers of dark red fruit, flowers, spices and granite are all woven together in this utterly impeccable wine…glorious and radiant.” The longer this one sleeps in the cellar, the better it will be. Can you stand the suspense?

115 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $400

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Tour and Tasting for Four Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Pride Mountain Vineyards Santa Rosa, CA

116 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $1,500

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One 6-Liter Bottle

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Ridge Vineyards Healdsburg, CA

117 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $700

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Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

Failla Wines FA I L L A’ S F I N E S T According to Robert Parker, Failla produces “elegant, cool-climate finesse-styled wines that were obviously influenced by European rather than New World models.” This lot includes a magnum each of the 2015 Failla Haynes Vineyard Chardonnay, Coombsville and the 2014 Failla Estate Vineyard Syrah, Fort Ross-Seaview. Additionally, you will bring home a double magnum 2014 Failla Vivien Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, a fabulous wine. According to reviews, “Sweet spices, rose petal, mint and succulent cherry/plum notes all lift from the glass. Supple and beautifully layered throughout, the Sonoma Coast hits all the right notes. A final burst of fruit rushes across the palate on the refreshing, inviting wine. There is so much to like.” Find out why Antonio Galloni calls Ehren Jordan’s wines “superb across the board.”

One 3-Liter Bottle

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Failla Wines St. Helena, CA

118 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $700

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Twelve 750ml Bottles Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Figge Cellars Carmel Valley, CA

Figge Cellars WINES OF CHAR ACTER Exceptional wines aren’t made. They’re grown. That’s why Figge Cellars crafts grapes into six wines of distinct character—two Chardonnays, two Pinot Noirs, one Syrah and one Rosé. Each wine is made by hand from individual vineyards to express the distinctive story of the land where they’re grown. This “terroir” style of winegrowing is what truly sets Figge apart. Peter Figge’s passion and depth of experience in viticulture enabled him to gently coax a spectrum of flavors from the grapes in the vineyard. This inspired approach to grape growing ensures that far less work is required at the winemaking stage. Figge wines exude exceptional balance and clarity, and pair impeccably with food. This lot offers three outstanding vintages of Figge Pinot Noir: two magnums of the 2008, and six bottles each of the 2013 and 2014 Figge Pelio Pinot Noir, a structured, juicy Pinot Noir exhibiting wild berry, cherry and spice shining brightly around earthly undertones. These are delicious, restrained and elegant wines.

HALL & WALT Wines CLASSIC CABERNET HALL Wines is crafting some of the best Cabernets in the Napa Valley these days. Bid on this lot and you will understand why. This gorgeous, signed double magnum of HALL’s 2016 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon does not disappoint. It is the quintessential Cabernet Sauvignon—dark garnet in color, with strong aromas of pure dark fruit and a floral lift of fresh rose. The palate is bright, concentrated and dense. This wine incorporates choice fruit from vineyards throughout Napa Valley—from small rugged hillside sites of HALL’s partner growers to each of their organic estate vineyards. By blending these various lots, they have created a rich panorama on the palate, a landscape of complexity and character that clearly defines Napa Valley. Along with this outstanding wine, take home your very own signed copy of Kathryn Hall’s New York Times bestselling book, A Perfect Score.

119 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $650

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One 6-Liter Bottle One Signed Book

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HALL & WALT Wines St. Helena, CA

Neely Wine HIDDEN TREASURES Neely’s Spring Ridge Vineyard is a 14-acre vineyard overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Characterized by warm days with cooling afternoon breezes, both site and terroir are marvelously suited for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Robert Parker says of Neely vintages, “These are my favorite Chardonnays from the Santa Cruz Mountain appellation. All possess wonderful minerality and acidity.” Robert Galloni says, “The integration of rich Chardonnay fruit, oak and structure is fabulous. This is great Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay.” Hidden, Picnic and Upper Picnic are the three highly-rated Pinot Noir single block wines from the vineyard. This mixed half-case provides one bottle each of the three 2015 Chardonnay and three 2015 Pinot Noir blocks. See for yourself why these subtle, rich wines have made such a name for themselves.

120 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $200

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Six 750ml Bottles

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Neely Wine Portola Valley, CA

121 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $650

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Two 750ml Bottles Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Saddleback Cellars Oakville, CA

122 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $950

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Four 750ml Bottles One 1.5-Liter Bottle One Signed NASCAR Hero Card

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Somnium Wine St. Helena, CA

Saddleback Cellars CABERNET AND C H A R D O N N AY J E W E L S With a rich history and enviable soil and climate, Oakville boasts the greatest concentration of preeminent Cabernet Sauvignon producers in Napa Valley. Known as “The King of Cabernet,” legendary winemaker and owner of Saddleback Cellars, Nils Venge, makes stellar wines that not only reflect the character of this legendary Napa Valley region, but also seem to reflect Nils’ personality—bold, yet approachable, with layers of complexities. With this lot, you will have the chance to explore those complexities to the fullest. This collection of Saddleback’s premier selections is yours for the taking this evening. These are truly powerful, award-winning wines. Enjoy the 2015 Saddleback Chardonnay, modeled after the "old-world" style from Chablis, France, medium-bodied and layered with ripe tree fruits and soft impressions of toast and spice from oak aging, as well as the 2011 Saddleback Reserve Cabernet, a wine with elegant aromas of lavender, violet and sweet vanilla leading to a palate of rich black currant and anise. Moderate tannins give this delicate wine a backbone.

Somnium Wine DREAMY CABS Racecar driver Danica Patrick has opened a new winery and, with the help of winemaker Aaron Pott, is producing impressive Cabernets from a magical location on Howell Mountain. Take home a selection of Somnium’s wines with this lot, including two bottles each of the 2013 and 2015 vintages, as well as a signed magnum of the 2015 vintage: “From the bottle to the glass, a very dense, opaque color presents itself. With a few swirls the aromas of toasted walnuts, toffee and black cherry fill your senses. A sip reveals heady aromas that roll to the mid-palate with supple tannins. Dark chocolate and cherry flavors intermingle to offer a long, velvety finish of plum and cherry.” Sounds pretty tempting, doesn’t it? And for true fans, the best part of this lot just might be the original hero card signed by Danica… icing on the cake!

DeLille Cellars ARTISANAL EXCELLENCE DeLille Cellars is a boutique artisan winery located in Woodinville, Washington. Their mission has always been to create a new Bordeaux blend using Washington State vineyards. From the beginning, the winery has looked towards the prestigious Red Mountain AVA as the foundation of its wines, using grapes from its own vineyards in combination with fruit from other top sites in the Yakima Valley. Tonight, take home an impressive Imperial of DeLille’s 2011 Chaleur Estate, a focused and balanced wine that was awarded 95 points by The Wine Advocate. Reviews call it “delicious, powerful and savory, with amazing lift,” and praise its “medium to full-bodied profile and clean, classically constructed feel.”

123 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $1,000

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One 6-Liter Bottle

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DeLille Cellars Woodinville, WA

Dunham Cellars ART IN A BOTTLE Dunham Cellars has established an award-winning reputation for their wines using grapes from some of the finest vineyards in the Walla Walla, Yakima and Columbia Valleys. Its first vintage, a 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon, was deemed one of the finest wines made in Washington by Wine Enthusiast. This exciting lot includes two magnums of the vineyard’s award-winning red wines from 2013. The Dunham Cabernet Sauvignon XIX is a wine ready to enjoy now or keep in the cellar for 10 years, with aromas of wild blackberry, a lush palate and refined tannins. The Dunham Syrah offers a palate of fresh blackberries and a lingering finish.

124 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $160

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Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Dunham Cellars Walla Walla, WA

125 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $1,200

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Three 750ml Bottles Three 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Vineyard 511 DIAMOND M O U N TA I N G E M S Located near Calistoga, California, Diamond Mountain has a long and rich winemaking history in Napa Valley. Wineries located in the Diamond Mountain District (DMD) AVA are small-production, family-owned wineries, ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand cases each year. Ina 2008, Ed and Irene Ojdana purchased a six-acre estate on Diamond Mountain. The unique site produces low-yielding, small berries that reveal a rich and concentrated wine with flavors of blackberries and cassis. To soften the tannins, typical of mountain fruit, Vineyard {511} Cabernet Sauvignon is aged in 100% French oak for 30 months, followed by another 12 months of bottle aging before it is released. This lot offers a double vertical collection of their award-winning Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon from 2011 through 2013 in both magnum and 750ml formats, presented in a wooden gift box. The winner will also enjoy a private luncheon for four at Vineyard {511} on Diamond Mountain in Napa Valley with the owners.

Vineyard {511}, Calistoga, CA

126 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $120

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Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Sokol Blosser Winery Dayton, OR

Sokol Blosser OREGON’S FINEST In 1971, the Sokol Blosser family planted grapes on just five acres in the Dundee Hills southwest of Portland. As one of the pioneering wineries of the region, Sokol Blosser has played a key role in developing and shaping the now-prominent Oregon wine industry. The winery is still family owned and operated, with the second generation now at the helm: siblings Alex and Alison Sokol Blosser. To thrive, Pinot Noir grapes need a particular climate like that of Burgundy, France. Coincidentally, the location of the Sokol Blosser estate is perfect for the notoriously temperamental fruit. You would be remiss if you didn’t try your hardest to go home with these two magnums of Sokol Blosser’s signature Dundee Hills Estate Pinot Noir, one from 2013, expressive and bright, showcasing dark fruit flavors of cherry and blueberry with earthy and spicy characteristics, and the other from 2014, with rich, dark color and great intensity. Enjoy!

ZD Wines A TA S T E O F EXCELLENCE Consistent quality has earned the Carneros region a reputation as one of the premier wine-growing regions of California. The 45th anniversary 2013 vintage marked an important milestone for ZD Wines Cabernet Sauvignon: the first year it was made exclusively from organically certified vineyards, blended from several of the best sites. Six bottles of this limited-release, award-winning ZD wine could be yours tonight. You have the power to make it happen. The 2013 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon has a gorgeous, dark ruby color and intense aromas of plums and cassis. It is balanced with ripe fruits and lush, silky tannins, along with a long finish and oak for added complexity. Taste some ZD excellence for yourself!

127 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $1,000

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Six 750ml Bottles

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Patz & Hall DOUBLE MAGNUM COLLECTION Patz & Hall is one of California's most highly regarded wineries, with a celebrated portfolio of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. For over 25 years, they have remained committed to handcrafting small-lot and single-vineyard wines. Produced using grapes from storied vineyards in the Napa Valley, Russian River Valley, Mendocino County, Sonoma Coast and Santa Lucia Highlands, these benchmark wines embody a passionate approach to winemaking and the diversity of world-class California winegrowing. Enjoy these two bottles from Hyde Vineyard, which has justifiably become one of the superstar vineyards in Carneros. The 2013 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay Carneros has received 94 points from The Wine Enthusiast, “…dynamic, energetic and profoundly elegant…with flavors [that] dance across the palate, and a streak of Hyde’s signature minerality adding focus and length to a complex and satisfying finish. This is a beautiful example of what can be achieved from a grand cru-caliber site in an exceptional vintage.” And the 2013 Hyde Vineyard Pinot Noir Carneros, with 93 points from Wine Spectator, “is a standout wine of the vintage and a spectacular expression of Hyde Vineyard Pinot Noir. The nose is vivid and complex and the palate is broad and flavorful…this alluring and dynamic Pinot is something special.”

128 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $500

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Two 3-Liter Bottles

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Patz & Hall Winery Sonoma, CA

129 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $420

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Three 1.5-Liter Bottles

Erath PERFECT PINOTS Erath wines are an expression of the land that the winery has cultivated for more than 40 years in the Dundee Hills of Oregon. What happens when the perfect vineyard conditions result in the perfect Pinot Noir? This premier collection of Erath Pinot Noirs is a standout example of the stunning wines that result from serendipitous winegrowing. These wines showcase the distinctive characteristics of each vineyard site, and are produced only when the vineyard’s fruit meets the standards of the winemaker and display the hallmarks of its specific terroir with each vintage. These special bottlings are crafted to evolve and will gain additional complexity and sophistication when cellared. This outstanding collection, presented in three lovely etched magnums, includes the 2010 Estate Selection Pinot Noir, 2011 Leland Pinot Noir and 2012 Prince Hill Pinot Noir.

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Erath Winery Dundee, OR

130 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $250

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One 3-Liter Bottle

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Northstar Winery Walla Walla, WA

Northstar A S H I N I N G S TA R Since their inaugural vintage in 1994, Northstar Winery has focused on crafting world-class Bordeaux-style Merlots from Washington State’s very best vineyard sites. They seek to capture the pure fruit essence of the Merlot grape and endow it with a balance of power and finesse rarely achieved by any grape variety. Diversity of vineyards and sub-appellations within the Columbia Valley are Northstar’s hallmarks. The winery is widely recognized among the leading Merlot producers of the world, and has been proclaimed the "number one source for good American Merlot" by The New York Times. The best classic blending varietals are selected to create Merlots in extremely limited bottlings for each vintage. Tonight’s lot includes a beautifully etched limited-edition double magnum of the 2011 Premier Merlot. This outstanding wine is sourced from the best vineyards in the Columbia Valley and represents the culmination of years of experience in the region. Enjoy this bold yet balanced 100% Merlot, built to age for many years to come and rated 91 points by The Wine Advocate.

Spring Valley Vineyard S I G N AT U R E R E D S Spring Valley Vineyard is a small-production Washington State winery north of Walla Walla, producing only estate-grown and bottled red wine. The names given to Spring Valley wines are a tribute to the family members who have struggled and succeeded in farming the same land for well over 100 years. You, too, can become part of this rich family tapestry tonight, by bringing home this exceptional collection of wines for your own cellar. This signature selection features two etched magnums from the 2012 vintage—the Uriah Red Blend (93 points from The Wine Advocate) and the Frederick Red Blend (94 points from The Wine Advocate). Each of these wines will age wonderfully and is of distinct heritage, from a terroir like none other. They reflect the dedication and traditional values of six generations of family farmers.

131 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $250

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Two 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Spring Valley Vineyard Walla Walla, WA

Chateau Ste. Michelle 50 YEARS, 50 CHEERS In 1967 “Ste. Michelle Vintners” introduced its first Cabernet Sauvignon, with guidance and support from the legendary international winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff. It was this release that put the Washington State wine industry on the map. Celebrate Chateau Ste. Michelle’s 50th Anniversary year with this limitededition, etched and hand-painted double magnum of the winery’s 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon from Columbia Valley, featuring a commemorative throwback label. This wine is a standout, with silky tannins, rich complexity and concentrated fruit.

132 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $200

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One 3-Liter Bottle

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Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery Woodinville, WA

133 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $300

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Three 750ml Bottles One 1.5-Liter Bottle One 3-Liter Bottle

French Treasures BORDE AUX & BE AUJOL AIS These impressive bottles of French wine hail from the Haut-Médoc region in Bordeaux, where red wines have the reputation of being the finest in the world. The cultivation of the wines, the vinification and the ageing are carried out using methods which are both natural and traditional. Great care is taken so that each harvest develops harmoniously to achieve the perfect expression of the vintage. The wines produced enchant the palate with their fullness, their subtlety and the exquisite distinction of their aromas and bouquet. You will bring home these treasures—a double magnum of 1974 Chateau Larose Trintaudon, a magnum of 1975 Chateau Lauretan Bordeaux and three bottles of 1998 Domaine Dupeuble Pere et Fils Beaujolais. Your cellar will thank you.

DO NOR S Lehua and Michael Engl

134 Silent Lots OPE N ING B ID $400

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One 3-Liter Bottle

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Reynvaan Family Vineyards Walla Walla, WA

Reynvaan S I M P LY S Y R A H Reynvaan is a small family winery producing Rhône-style red and white wines from two vineyard properties in the Walla Walla Valley. From the first vintage in 2007, their wines have been remarkable with a consistent complexity, depth of flavor, finish and distinctive terroir. Almost everything they do is by hand, and the vineyard has received much praise for its impressive Syrahs. You will have the chance to sample Reynvaan’s finest with a Double Magnum of their high-scoring 2014 In the Rocks Syrah, to take home for your own collection. Dynamic and well-structured, with expressive crushed stone, blackberry and smoky cracked pepper aromas and layered, powerful flavors that linger, the wine finishes with velvety tannins. In the Rocks hails from the most unique terroir in the United States, a dried-up river bed that is reminiscent of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and is a world-class site for growing grapes. This results in unique, well-balanced and very special wines. Don’t let this one slip through your fingers!

Far Niente FA R A N D AWAY THE BEST The 100-acre Martin Stelling Vineyard sits behind the Far Niente Winery in Oakville, an area famous for Napa Valley Cabernet. This vineyard is the cornerstone of its Cabernet Sauvignon, producing wines since 1982 with supple tannins, bright, forward fruit and beautiful structure. This lot offers four people the chance for a special tour and tasting experience at the winery as well as a double magnum of the 2014 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville Napa Valley to take home. The abundant 2014 vintage opens with beautifully lifted spice and black fruit aromaticsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;clove, anise, black cherry and blackberryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;layered with a hint of rich oak. A round, supple entry leads to a silky, smooth mid-palate. Cassis, clove and toasted oak complement the black and red fruit flavors. Fine-grained, age-worthy tannins provide structure to the dark, juicy finish. Make it yours tonight.

Sun Valley Milk Carton Lot CELLAR GEMS During the early years of the Wine Auction, patrons made a tradition of raiding their cellars for gems to donate, creating a mixed lot of incredible wines. This year, we bring back the tradition. The lucky winner of this lot takes home a stunning collection of rare wines, including a double magnum each of 1983 Trefethen Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley and 2001 Genesis Hogue Merlot, five bottles of 1978 Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Valley, a Salmanazar of 1988 Landmark Vineyards Sonoma County Chardonnay, the last vintage to be released from the original Landmark location, and an etched anniversary Imperial of 1991 Piper Sonoma bottled especially for the Wine Auction. And, to top it off a 1983 Cabernet Sauvignon specially bottled for the Sun Valley Wine Auction 334 years ago.

135 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $550

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Tour & Tasting for Four One 3-Liter Bottle

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Far Niente Winery Oakville, CA

136 Silent Lots O P E NI NG B I D $500

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Six 750ml Bottles Two 3-Liter Bottles One 6-Liter Bottle One 8-Liter Bottle

D O NO RS Lehua and Michael Engl

137 Silent Lots O P ENING B ID $950

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Three 1.5-Liter Bottles

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Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Napa Valley, CA

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars E S TAT E C O L L E C T I O N Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars has a long, distinguished wine reputation and is considered a Napa Valley first-growth. Known the world over for the high quality of their estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags’ Leap crafts wines to express classic elegance, structure and ageability and to reflect the place in which they are grown. Tonight, take home this cellar-worthy collection of iconic wines. Stag's Leap Wine Cellars’ estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignons are among the most highly prized and sought-after Cabernet Sauvignons worldwide. You will enjoy a magnum each of: 2013 CASK 23 Estate-Grown Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley A blend of the most distinctive fruit from the S.L.V. and FAY vineyards. Made only in great vintage years, it is one of the most highly regarded and collected wines worldwide and was given 93 points by The Wine Advocate. 2014 FAY Estate-Grown Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley The FAY vineyard is where the history of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars began. FAY vineyard remains one of the great Napa Valley vineyards, producing fruit with an abundance of supple red and black berry character, voluptuous perfume and a luscious, fine-grained texture. This wine was given 92-94 points by The Wine Advocate. 2014 S.L.V. Estate-Grown Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley The vineyard blocks in S.L.V. provided a “painter’s palette” of Cabernet Sauvignon with which to create this blend. Each lot was vinified and aged separately in small French oak barrels for 24 months, allowing the characteristics of each block to develop. The Wine Advocate awarded it 92-94 points.

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Arts Making an Impact SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS In 2017, scholarship money was awarded to 28 Blaine County students and teachers to pursue the arts. Since its inception in 1998, The Center’s scholarship program has awarded over $840,000 in scholarships. These opportunities are made possible by The Center’s Annual Wine Auction and our generous donors.

EDUCATORS

HIGH SCHOOL ARTS & HUMANITIES

GAY V. WEAKE

Jeff Mecham Amy Schlatter

Ben Anderson Elva Chen Rebecca "M" Clayton Jorgen Lawrence Annabelle Lewis Odalis Ocampo Dylan Porth Neftali Reigle Milo Ryason Beck Vontver

Lemuel Reagan (2017 winner) Pierson Carlsen

EZRA POUND Kim Aranda

Annabel Webster Anik Zarkos Monica Carrillo Casas Emma Flolo Joseph Frye Arika Gourley Jennifer Jordan Analicia Josie Koeplin Bronwyn Reagan

(2016 winner)

Ashley Pulleiro (2015 winner)

Hayley Pettit (2015 winner)

Caleb Garvin (2014 winner)

Chase England (2013 winner)

SUN VALLEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS 2017 WINE AUCTION COMMITTEE Sarah Woodward and Carol Swig, Wine Auction Chairs Tim Wolff Brittain Palmedo Katherine Rixon Tim Black Trina Peters Jeanne Meyers

SUN VALLEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE Kathy Abelson Ruth Bloom Gary Borman Michael Engl Marybeth Flower Philip Isles

Glenn Janss Carol Nie Van Gordon Sauter Roselyne Swig Patricia Wilson Jeri L. Wolfson

SUN VALLEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tim Wolff, President Katherine Rixon, Vice President David Hanks, Treasurer Tod Hamachek, Secretary Tim Black Linda Bowling Ellen Gillespie David Hanks Kay Hardy Judith Weiss Levy

Amber Mullen Brittain Palmedo Wendy Pesky Trina Peters Lisa Stelk Sarah Woodward

VOLUNTE E RS Without the help of dozens of businesses and organizations, a fundraiser of this caliber would not happen. An event of this magnitude is a combination of planning, execution and generous donors and supporters, along with a little bit of magic. But it is the volunteers, community partners and the Wine Auction Committee and Chairs who bring all these components together to create one special and cohesive event. The volunteers are an organized and invaluable army of unpaid community members who give up their weekends and donate time and sweat equity to make this event seamless and successful. The community supporters help us figure out all the complex and necessary logistics. And the Wine Auction Committee and Auction Chairs spend endless hours procuring auction lots and providing helpful feedback. Hundreds of behind-the-scenes jobs over the course of the year result in this top-notch event. We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t thank you enough.

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SUN VALLEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS STAFF Christine Davis-Jeffers, Executive Director Kristin Poole, Artistic Director Brooke Baker, Finance Manager Ilana Becker, Associate Artistic Director, Company of Fools Holly Bornemeier, Marketing Manager Kristine Bretall, Director of Performing Arts Katelyn Foley, Director of Education & Humanities Courtney Gilbert, Curator of Visual Arts Jessica Hamilton, Development Coordinator David Janeski, Database Administrator Joe Lavigne, Technical Director/Resident Scenic Designer Virginia McConnell, Finance & Database Assistant K.O. Ogilvie, Production Stage Manager Kris Olenick, Volunteer Coordinator and Company of Fools Administrative Assistant Susie Quinn Fortner, Visual Arts Education Program Coordinator Alison Van Hook, Philanthropy Specialist Emma Youmans, Summer Assistant

WINE AUCTION TEAM Callan Miranda, Special Events Fundraising Manager and Wine Auction Director Esther Williams, Special Events Coordinator Art Daves, Production Manager Martha Morgenthau, Wine Auction and Summer Events Intern

E V E NT SP ONSORS A special thank you to all our sponsors and friends. Without your support, the Sun Valley Center for the Arts would not be able to provide incredible events and educational programming for the community.

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WINNE RS BRUNCH SP ONSORS

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BUBBLY BUS SP ONSOR

HOUSING SP ONSORS

FRIE NDS OF THE CE NTE R Lead Somelier George-Anne Robertson Wine Coordination Kim Keefe Hayden Beverage—Ben Turner Website, Social Media. Graphic Design and Illustration RP Creative Cover Art Jack Weekes Production Manager Altitude Events Group Art Daves Copy Writing Arrowleaf Editing Carrie Lightner Photographer Dev Khalsa Videographer Dark to Light Productions Décor Tim Black Cabinetry

DISTRIBUTOR SUPPORTERS BRJ Distributing CSB Sun Valley Hayden Beverage Company J.W. Thornton Wine Imports S&C Distributing Tastevin

TRANSPORT & CONSOLIDATION North Coast Logistics Inc.

HOUSING FRIENDS

Sandy & Jim Figge Jeanne Meyers & Richard Carr Sandra & Chip Fisher Lisa Stelck & William Boeger

V INE & DINE SP ONSORS

BE E R SP ONSORS

S AV E T H E D AT E July 19-21, 2018

Sun Valley Center for the Arts 191 Fifth Street East, Ketchum • 314 Second Avenue South, Hailey Mailing Address: Post Office Box 656, Sun Valley, Idaho 83353 (208) 726-9491 • sunvalleycenter.org/wineauction