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Schramsberg Vineyards

Hugh Davies of Schramsberg Vineyards has been involved with the Sun Valley Center for the Arts Wine Auction since its inception. And, to kick things off for the evening, as in years past, he will do the honors on a massive bottle of 2008 Blanc de Blancs to be enjoyed right away. Definitely the right way to start the night and celebrate with the finest! A second Salmanazar of 2008 Blanc de Blancs is yours for the taking, along with three Magnums of Schramsberg’s premier wines—a 2005 J. Schram, which received 95 points and Top 100 Cellar Selection from Wine Enthusiast; a 2009 J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon, garnering 92+ points from Wine Advocate, and a 2008 Brut Rosé, the inaugural release. Continue the celebration with three companions on a visit to the source of all this decadence, Schramsberg Vineyards. Learn more about one of the oldest hillside vineyards in the area during a special tour and tasting . . . welcome to “America’s House of Sparkling Wine.”

Opening Bid $1,000 Includes Two 9-Liter Bottles Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Tour and Tasting for Four Donor Hugh Davies, Owner Schramsberg Vineyards Calistoga, California

Live Lots Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Private Tour & Tasting for Eight Private Art Collection Tour for Eight Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Six Dinner for Eight Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Donors Kistler Vineyards Sebastopol, California Oliver Ranch Sonoma, California

Kismet with Kistler

Manhattan Magic

You and Kistler. Meant to be. And as luck would have it, you can make it happen. Right now . . . tonight. We all know that Kistler Vineyards produces some of the world’s best Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. These wines are often difficult to come by because of their limited releases and popularity—so don’t let this opportunity pass you by! To start things off, the winning bidder will receive some jewels tonight to take home for your own cellar—a Magnum each of Kistler Vineyard Chardonnay and Kistler Vineyard Pinot Noir.

Get your city fix and travel to the Big Apple for some arts, culture, and amazing cuisine with this one-of-a-kind package. Your group of four will spend three magical nights at a deluxe private apartment in trendy Tribeca while you enjoy some of New York City’s best entertainment and sample some of its best restaurants.

You’ll then set off for the wine country north of San Francisco for an experience like no other. First, your group of eight will embark on a private walking tour of the Oliver Ranch in Sonoma. This remarkable property has been transformed by various artists over the past 25 years into a unique, one-of-a-kind site-specific art installation that is harmonious with the surrounding environment. Incredible sculptures and works of art dot the landscape, forming a thrilling union of creative and natural forces. Next, head to the Russian River Valley where you will be escorted on a special winery tour and tasting with the winemakers at Kistler Vineyards. The winery was founded in 1978 by the Kistler family and is dedicated to the vinification of world-class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir using Old World Burgundian techniques applied to new world vineyards. This delightful day will be followed by a decadent dining experience at Trenton Roadhouse, the newest addition to Kistler’s vineyard-designate bottlings. The beautifully renovated farmhouse that resides on the property will be the setting for this spectacular meal. You will be introduced to an unparalleled tasting experience, featuring several Kistler single-vineyard Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. You and your guests will get first-hand insight into why Kistler Vineyards is considered one of “The World’s Greatest Wine Estates” by Robert Parker. Toast your friends as you savor some of California’s finest wine and food. The flavor of this exclusive cult-winery experience will linger long after the last drops of wine have been enjoyed.

First, you will delight in a private tour of the Metropolitan Museum’s upcoming exhibition, “Portraits of Madame Cézanne,” with the museum curator, Dita Amory. As paintings, the portraits of Hortense Fiquet, Cézanne’s most painted model, rank among the most powerful of their kind in French modernism. After touring the exhibition, enjoy a leisurely lunch at the museum’s exclusive Trustees Dining Room, offering contemporary American cuisine in an elegant, sophisticated setting with expansive views of Central Park. Experience the art of fine dining as the chef prepares a four-course tasting menu highlighting a different domestic or international cuisine with an extensive wine list to complement your meal. Your urban adventure also includes tickets to Broadway’s hottest new show and winner of multiple Tony Awards, “Kinky Boots”. After an evening of entertainment, head to the exclusive Bouley for an extraordinary dinner and wine pairing. Bouley, recently featured in Town & Country, is one of the hottest restaurants in New York and Chef David Bouley will provide an exceptional evening for your group. The chef prides himself on the connection between the diner and the chef and his aim is to “provide food with an emphasis on freshness and purity of ingredients”. World class theater, art and food. You get it all with this trip. Dates of the museum exhibition are November 17, 2014 to March 15, 2015. Dates of this trip will be mutually agreeable to all parties. Exhibition portion may be used separately.

Live Lots Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Three-Night Stay for Four Private Guided Museum Tour for Four Lunch for Four Broadway Tickets for Four Dinner for Four Donors Barbara and John Lehman Philip Isles Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, New York

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Farm - to - Table Fun Long Meadow Ranch Winery

Opening Bid $4,000 Includes Two-Night Stay for Two Dinner for Two Cooking Class for Two Tour and Tasting Luncheon for Two VIP Access to Summer Concert Series for Two Donor Long Meadow Ranch Winery St. Helena, California

Join the Long Meadow Ranch family for a Napa Valley experience you’ll never forget! Long Meadow Ranch produces and purveys award-winning wines, extra virgin olive oil, grass-fed beef, eggs, honey, and heirloom fruits and vegetables from three locations in the heart of the Napa Valley—all using organic and sustainable farming methods. To the victor, go the spoils! You and a companion are invited to immerse yourself in a “full-circle” Long Meadow Ranch experience with a two-night stay in the exclusive Chef’s Cabin, nestled high in the Mayacamas Mountains. Enjoy a private off-road tour of the Ranch, vineyards, orchards, winery, olive oil frantoio, and wine caves. For lunch, team up with the chefs at the Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch and the Farm-to-Table team. Adventure through 10 acres of organic fruits and vegetables and help gather the day’s bountiful harvest. Then join the chefs in the kitchen to assist them in creating an amazing farm-to-table dinner. To complete this unique dining experience, the winemaker will pair your dishes with an impressive sampling of Longmeadow wines. Hint: if you come in the summer, you will also receive VIP passes to the Ranch’s popular concert series. Dates of this trip are subject to availability.

Seven Heavenly Nights Imagine having the best of all worlds when you go on vacation: the spacious comforts of a multimillion-dollar private residence, the services and amenities of a luxury five-star resort, and none of the hassle! You’ll enjoy all that and more— including daily housekeeping and a dedicated concierge on hand to anticipate your needs and attend to every detail—on this Exclusive Resorts vacation. Exclusive Resorts sets the standard for unforgettable travel experiences. They offer the best properties, in the best destinations, everywhere you want to go. Now you can experience the pleasures of membership as a guest of Exclusive Resorts, enjoying a seven-night vacation in one of the Club’s exquisite private villas in one of these featured locations: Chicago, Illinois Deer Valley, Utah Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii Los Cabos, Mexico New York City, New York Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Real Del Mar, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico San Francisco, California Scottsdale, Arizona Sea Island, Georgia Snowmass, Colorado Steamboat Springs, Colorado Telluride, Colorado Wailea, Maui, Hawaii

Are you imagining a romantic weekend for two? Or maybe a fun urban couples getaway? What about a family reunion or a destination wedding? Choose from countless properties that offer the utmost in terms of luxury and convenience. How does a villa in Los Cabos sound? Or a gorgeous slopeside townhome in Beaver Creek? Maybe you’d like to try a deluxe penthouse in Manhattan … or a lavish hotel suite in Chicago. Mountain. Beach. City. Countryside. Choose your favorite and discover what makes Exclusive Resorts the world’s foremost private club for incomparable luxury vacations. Transportation and expenses are not included. Reservations for specific dates, residences, and destinations are subject to availability.

Live Lots Opening Bid $8,000 Includes Seven-Night Stay for 4-12 (Number of people dependent on property chosen) Donor Exclusive Resorts Denver, Colorado

Live Lots Opening Bid $3,000 Includes Company of Fools Season Tickets for Two Four Dinners for Two Cast Dinner for Two Twelve 750ml Bottles SVCA Lecture Series Tickets for Two SVCA Winter Concert Series Tickets for Two Private Acting Class for Six Donors Sun Valley Center for the Arts & Company of Fools Zou 75 Globus Enoteca

The Perfect Pairing

Quintessential Napa

As a celebration of the merger of Sun Valley Center for the Arts and Company of Fools, a “match made in heaven” for the arts, this lot offers you a special selection of exclusive local cultural and culinary delights. Consider this the “inside track” to the valley’s best entertainment and hottest restaurants.

The match-up of Gamble Family and Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards is a sure-fire winner in tonight’s auction. This Napa Valley experience exceeds every expectation and offers an exclusive and luxurious retreat in California’s glorious wine country.

Don’t miss out on this one … included are season tickets to all of the Company of Fools performances, with select seating for each show and champagne service. The upcoming season includes the highly-anticipated and award-winning plays Shipwrecked! by Donald Marguiles, Good People by David Lindsay-Abaire, and Enchanted April by Matthew Barber. Enjoy dinner before or after the show at two of Hailey’s best dining establishments– Zou 75 and CK’s. And, saving the best for last you will join the cast for an extraordinary dinner on stage, catered by Zou 75. We’ll even throw in a fabulous case of wine to accompany your meal! The winner of tonight’s lot will also be privy to a variety of unique theater experiences, such as a behind-the-scenes pass to a Company of Fools dress rehearsal. And for those true theater buffs and aspiring actors, take advantage of a private acting class with 4 of your friends led by Company of Fools. Continue your cultural escapades with two tickets to The Center’s esteemed lecture series featuring author Alexandra Fuller, journalist & writer Orville Schell, playwright David Henry Hwang, New York Times food writer Mark Bittman, and New Yorker travel writer Ian Frazier. Add to that, The Center’s dynamic performing arts series including Ghanian drum legend Okaidja, an evening featuring the six guitarists of the California Guitar Trio and the Montreal Guitar Trio, a special cabaret style evening with piano legend Marcia Ball, the Canadian duo Dala and Quebec's Le Vent du Nord. Add to these, reserved seats at the lectures and performances and the opportunity for backstage “meet and greets” with select speakers and performers. Theater, music, dance, readings, classes, lectures … together, Company of Fools and The Center offer it all. And don’t leave out the all-important culinary pleasures of such outings; enjoy dinner out fter an evening of scintillating discussion or before a night of singing and dancing at Globus and Enoteca, two of Ketchum’s favorite spots for delicious food, wine, and socializing. Fine dining and first-rate entertainment, all in one perfect package!

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Gamble Family Vineyards & Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards

First, relax with your group in style at the Gamble Family Vineyards’ secluded Yountville four bedroom guesthouse, tucked in along the Napa River in the heart of Napa Valley. This spacious home features a private pool and spectacular views. While you are there, join owner and vintner Tom Gamble for a private tasting in his home to sample some of the vineyard’s best offerings. Since you will be eager to learn more about the source of such excellence, Tom invites you to continue the tasting “in the field” and climb aboard his 1963 GMC flatbed for a special tour of the vineyards— land that Tom’s family has been farming since 1916. Gamble Family Vineyards is his legacy for future generations, inspired by the hard work of generations past. For the next chapter in this unforgettable adventure, you will meet Peter Thompson, owner of Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards, for a sunset dinner with a private chef on his three-level, 1,000-square-foot redwood deck on top of Diamond Mountain. Take in the magnificent panorama of the valley below as you sip signature Andrew Geoffrey wines and savor delectable food. In addition, tonight’s lucky bidder will take home two jewels for the wine collection: a 3-liter bottle of Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon with an etched label and a 3-liter bottle of Gamble Family Vineyards “CAIRO” Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon. Terrific views and gorgeous wines make this the quintessential Napa Valley experience! Dates of this trip will be mutually agreeable for all parties.

Opening Bid $6,000 Includes Three-Night Stay for Eight Dinner for Eight Private Tour and Tasting for Eight Two 3-Liter Bottles Donor Gamble Family Vineyards & Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards Oakville, California

Live Lots Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Seven-Night Stay for Twelve to Sixteen Lunch or Dinner for Twelve Tour and Tasting for Twelve Donors Ludovica Giuriati Italian Tours Francesco Maravalle Tenuta Vitalonga Winery Orvieto, Italy

Imagine Yourself in Italia Umbria, known as “the green heart of Italy,” is a region of natural beauty and picturesque medieval hill towns. Fall is an especially good time to visit the area, when truffles are in season and the vineyards are full of fall color. During the autumn months, Umbria’s rolling green hills turn vibrant shades of red, gold, and orange and the multitude of art, food, and music festivals that abound offer a feast for the mind, body, and soul. As the winner of tonight’s lot, you can delight in all of Umbria’s riches and spend a week enjoying the luxury and quiet splendor of your own private villa, “La Servitella Vecchia.” This beautifully restored farmhouse, just outside the town of Ficulle, sleeps a total of 16 people. The home, furnished with elegant antiques, boasts a gourmet kitchen, massive dining room, and an expansive terraced patio, perfect for entertaining your large group. There is also a gym and an infinity pool overlooking the peaceful valley. To make your visit even more special, the owner can help with whatever needs you have—whether it’s finding the best local butcher, organizing a chef to come cook for you, or finding a masseuse who makes house-calls. Your trip includes a visit to the Tenuta Vitalonga Winery in the hills above Orvieto, where they make a magnificent Montepulciano that has been given 98 points by Robert Parker. Owner Francesco Maravalle will be your host for a private tour and tasting in the cellar, as well as a five-course seasonal pairings menu with four different wines. Stroll through the piazzas in the charming towns of Perugia, Assisi, and Orvieto, where the “Slow Food Movement” originated. Taste the region’s olive oils and handmade pasta at the festivals in Trevi in November or Spoleto in December. Are you a music lover? The winter version of Umbria’s world-famous summer jazz festival takes place in Orvieto every January. A visit in February means hunting for truffles and checking out the Black Truffle Festival in Norcia. Or you might choose to make your journey in March for the Umbria Wine Festival in Perugia. This is just a small sampling of all the things to do; there is a little something for everyone to enjoy in Umbria. Trip to take place during the fall/winter months (November through March).

Bringing the Wine Country to You

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FAILLA Wines

FAILLA’s winemaker and pilot, Ehren Jordan, will kidnap renowned private chef Gary Penir, for the extraordinary adventure of bushwhacking their way to the home of tonight’s high bidder where they’ll take control of the kitchen to produce a culinary tour de force. Ehren’s viticultural training in France has infused his farming and winemaking choices so that FAILLA’s current portfolio offers Rhône-style Syrah, Chablis-like Chardonnay, and Burgundian Pinot Noir. Robert Parker has said, “FAILLA is a top-notch source of high quality, European-inspired wines that combine flavor, intensity and elegance.” In order to drive home the point, the banquet will also entail a blind tasting duel between FAILLA wines and similar French varietals: a match-up chosen by Ehren for each of the five gourmet courses. Who among you can tell the difference? Chef Gary Penir has toiled in kitchens in Napa and Sonoma counties for the last six years and is a Level 1 Certified Wine Professional and Sommelier. Chef Gary has created many memorable menus for FAILLA events, making him uniquely skilled to tailor five inspired courses to the evening’s selection of sublime wines. Both masters can and will edify you on the mysteries of their craft, leading you on an incredible journey of taste and texture. And since this feast must pass into memory, the gents will leave behind tangible markers of the Wine Country to assure you that their visit was no mirage: In addition to olive oil pressed from estate fruit and multiple copies of famed photographer Bill Tucker’s coffee-table book featuring portraits of legendary Napa vintners, NAPA: Behind the Bottle, the winning bidder will receive six single-vineyard Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Magnums from the ethereal 2011 vintage: Keefer Russian River Chardonnay, Haynes Coombsville Chardonnay, Chuy Sonoma Coast Chardonnay, Occidental Ridge Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, Hirsch Fort Ross-Seaview Pinot Noir, and Estate Fort Ross-Seaview Pinot Noir. Date of dinner to be mutually agreed upon. Location for dinner must be within a 600-mile radius of Napa Valley (this includes the Wood River Valley).

Opening Bid $4,000 Includes Five-Course Meal for Twelve with Wine Six Magnums of 2011 FAILLA Wines Six Copies of NAPA: Behind the Bottle by Bill Tucker Six 375ml Bottles of FAILLA Estate Olive Oil Donor Ehren Jordan and Anne-Marie Failla Winemaker and Owners FAILLA Wines St. Helena, California

Live Lots Opening Bid $6,000 Includes Three-Night Stay for Six Resort Spa Credit of $1,100 Dinner for 6 at Table XII the Chefs Table at elements, prepared by Beau MacMillan Donor Beau MacMillan elements Scottsdale, Arizona Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Arizona

A Weekend of Washington Wine

Splendid Sanctuary Tranquility awaits you at the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona. As tonight’s winning bidder, you can relax and recharge in splendor during a threenight stay in a gorgeous, fully-appointed three-bedroom home on the property. Adding to the experience are Sanctuary’s world-class spa services and classes in a state-of-the-art fitness center and movement studio including Pilates, meditation, yoga, fitness & nutrition consultations, and more. The resort also features five championship tennis courts where you can practice your drop shots under the brilliant blue sky. Your group of six will also enjoy a credit toward any services at the spa. The luxury spa at Sanctuary offers a tempting menu of Asian–inspired services in 12 indoor & outdoor treatment rooms. Enhanced by distinctive architecture and a breathtaking setting, the relaxing Zen meditation garden, tranquil reflecting pond, and Watsu pool provide the ultimate Arizona spa vacation. But a visit to a spa resort does not mean you have to starve yourself. Beau MacMillan, a veteran of many a Vintner Dinner and the maestro in the kitchen at Sanctuary’s elements restaurant, will prepare a sumptuous feast for your group to enjoy in the private chef’s dining space, Table XII, where you can witness the wizardry in the kitchen first-hand while you savor mouthwatering cuisine and spectacular wines. You will return home feeling completely refreshed and rejuvenated after this amazing journey to the desert.

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Col Solare

The lucky winners of this auction lot will be whisked off to visit Col Solare atop Washington State’s Red Mountain. This estate represents a landmark partnership between two influential wine producers who are recognized leaders in their respective regions: Tuscany’s Marchesi Antinori and Washington’s Chateau Ste. Michelle. During your trip, you will have the unique opportunity to share our passion for Cabernet Sauvignon and Red Mountain. Relax during your two-night stay at the nearby Marriott Hotel on the banks of the Columbia River and enjoy dinner at Anthony’s at Columbia Point, offering some of the region’s freshest seafood. The next day, embark on a full tour of the vineyard and a barrel tasting, followed by a delectable gourmet dinner and library tasting. The highlight of the experience will be a thrilling private helicopter ride touring the vineyards. As for getting around on the ground, don’t give it an extra thought. The crew at Col Solare has you covered. To top off the entire experience, take home a vertical of award-winning Col Solare for your cellar– one case each of 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and a large-format bottle of the 2011 vintage when released. (This vintage will be the first to feature all Red Mountain fruit.)

Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Round-trip Airfare for Two from the West Coast (including Sun Valley) Two-Night Stay for Two Ground Transportation for Two Dinner for Two Helicopter Ride for Two Vineyard Tour/Barrel Tasting for Two Vineyard Dinner/Library Tasting for Two A Vertical of Col Solare: one case each of 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 A 3L Bottle of the 2011 Vintage (when released) Donor Col Solare Benton City, Washington

Live Lots Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Dinner for Four Private Factory Tour and Test Drive for Four Donors Carole and Michael Marks Gemstone Vineyards Yountville, California

Top Minds and Tesla Motors– It’s Electric! Are you a car nut? A wine lover? A creative thinker? This exciting lot has everything you want and more. Here’s your chance to get behind the scenes and check out the automotive industry’s hottest new thing on the market— the Tesla. Tesla Motors was founded in 2003 by a group of intrepid Silicon Valley engineers who set out to prove that electric vehicles could be awesome. Tesla’s goal is to accelerate the world’s transition to electric mobility with a full range of increasingly affordable electric cars. The company is catalyzing change in the industry. Four of you will take an exclusive private tour of the Tesla Motors factory in nearby Fremont, California, with Tesla’s top guy—head engineer and chief technical officer, J.B. Straubel. Get a behind-the-scenes look and learn more about these fascinating cars that are the wave of the future in electric transportation. You will also experience a thrilling test drive and be the envy of all your friends. While you are there, driving around in the latest and greatest electric cars, join Carole and Michael Marks, proprietors of Gemstone Vineyard, for dinner at their home in Woodside, California. Hailed as a visionary in the high-tech industry, Michael Marks was on the scene in Silicon Valley when it first became California’s hotbed of innovation. Superb wines will be poured from Michael and Carole’s private cellar to accompany a multi-course gourmet meal prepared by a private chef. Talk about a “meeting of the minds” . . . your fellow dinner party guests will be three of Silicon Valley’s top venture capitalists, including Alfred Lin of Sequoia Capital, Alan Salzman of Vantage Point Partners and Tesla’s head engineer. Have a new green energy concept? What about all your middle-ofthe-night genius revelations? Get ready to impress these movers and shakers with your brilliant ideas. They will be your captive audience for the evening and might just be willing to turn those concepts of yours into reality. Things move quickly in Silicon Valley—get on board! Think fast, drive fast … and maybe save the planet while you’re at it.

Merry’s Magnum Mania

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Merry Edwards Winery

How about this for a wine lover’s dream come true? Merry Edwards, 2013 James Beard Award Winner and Vintners Hall of Fame inductee, will make a personal appearance in your Sun Valley home if you are the winning bidder on this unique lot. One of California’s first female winemakers, Merry founded Merry Edwards Winery in 1997. Her focus is on producing handcrafted wines with a sense of place from Russian River Valley and the Sonoma Coast. Merry will bring her charming husband, Ken Coopersmith, along with a riot of Magnums from her private cellar for an unforgettable evening of food and wine. Enjoy delectable dishes at this dinner for ten prepared by Cristina Cook of Ketchum’s very own Cristina’s Restaurant–each paired with an exceptional Merry Edwards Magnum. As if that weren’t enough, each guest will also take home a signed 375ml bottle of Merry’s wine as a souvenir. And as a special auction keepsake, you will receive a signed 3-liter bottle of 2005 Merry Edwards Olivet Lane Pinot Noir to occupy its own special place in your collection. Dinner to be scheduled for a mutually agreeable date.

Opening Bid $5,000 Includes One 3-Liter Signed Bottle Ten 375ml Signed Bottles Dinner for Ten Donor Merry Edwards Merry Edwards Winery Sebastopol, California Cristina Cook Cristina’s Restaurant and Bakery Ketchum, Idaho

Live Lots Opening Bid $8,000 Includes Three Two-Night Stays for Two with Breakfast Ground Transportation and Airport Transfers for Two Private Guide for Two Days for Two Donor Absolute Travel New York City, NY

South Africa: A Feast for the Senses Embark on an extraordinary culinary and wine adventure through the stunning city of Cape Town, South Africa and its surrounding wine regions. Donated by Absolute Travel, one of Travel + Leisure magazine’s Top Travel Company for 2013, this private luxury journey for two offers an opportunity to enjoy South Africa’s sophistication and beauty while tasting some of the best wines and cuisine in the world. This exceptional trip includes stays at three of the most spectacular hotels in the region. First, you will spend two nights at the stunning One&Only Cape Town hotel. Situated on the chic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with dramatic views of Table Mountain, the One&Only Cape Town is arguably the city’s most magnificent property and boasts two fabulous restaurants—Reuben’s and the legendary Nobu. Explore the exciting city for two glorious days with the help of a personal local guide. After your time in Cape Town, it’s off to the hills where you will spend two luxurious nights at the incomparable Delaire Graff Wine Estate. The estate, perched high on a mountain pass in the illustrious Stellenbosch and Franschhoek vineyard region, sets new standards for South Africa with a leading restaurant and boutique hotel and one of the most advanced wine cellars in the southern hemisphere. Your journey concludes with two nights at Bablynstoren, one of the Cape’s oldest and most historic properties, situated between the Franschhoek and Paarl wine valleys. The hotel’s exquisite cottages are set on a 692-acre working farm comprised of vineyards, fruit groves, and 12 gorgeous acres of contemporary gardens. During your visit, you will experience an unexpected combination of aesthetic and culinary gratification. Spend your time hiking, biking, and canoeing as you discover all the wonders of South Africa together. Bookings must be made at least 90 days prior to departure. Trip must be completed by January 30, 2015. Certain blackout dates apply.

Home and Away with Blackbird

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Blackbird Vineyards

There’s a little bit of everything for the winner of this lot, which is full of culture, gourmet cuisine, luxury travel, and, of course, fabulous wine. First, the lucky bidder will take home a horizontal collection of hand-etched, 3-liter bottles of 2010 Illustration, 2010 Paramour, and 2010 Contrarian Proprietary Red Wines from Blackbird Vineyards, signed by winemaker Aaron Pott. Aaron was recently named as a Food & Wine magazine Winemaker of the Year in 2012. Second, the “Portfolio Road Show,” hosted by Blackbird president Paul Leary, will come to you at your choice of venue–your home, an acclaimed restaurant, or your private club. Paul will pour a customized selection of limited-production wines for 40 of your closest friends, family, and colleagues to sample. Finally, two couples will spend a glorious weekend together in Napa, with a two-night stay in spa suites at the Bardessono Hotel & Spa in Yountville. The hotel is a model for blending contemporary “green” design with a sense of place, history, and artisan values. While there, you will also enjoy a hosted gallery tour and “Flights & Bites Lunch” with a wine tasting at Ma(i)sonry Napa Valley, where you can admire art and furnishings that encompass works from 16th-century European craftsmen to contemporary artists and designers, while savoring limited-production, artisan wines and delicious gourmet food. Top off your stay with a memorable dinner at Lucy Restaurant & Bar. Life is good.

Opening Bid $6,000 Includes Two-Night Stay for Four Gallery Tour, Wine Tasting, and Lunch for Four Dinner for Four Private In-Home Tasting for Forty Three 3-Liter Bottles Donor Blackbird Vineyards Napa, California

Live Lots Opening Bid $6,000 Includes Seven-Night Stay for Two Six Days of Guided Fishing for Two Fishing Licenses for Two Meals and Beverages for Two Ground Transportation for Two Donor Salvelinus Fly Fishing Zaragoza, Spain Trout Unlimited

The Ultimate in Fly Fishing

Long Shadows Vintners

Experience the ultimate in wine, fish, and food on this exclusive fly fishing excursion. You and a friend will fish for native trout for six days in one of the best fly fishing destinations in Europe—the pristine waters of the Pyrenees Mountains in Spain. Salvelinus Fly Fishing, an Orvis Endorsed guiding company, offers this amazing, unique tour through the Pyrenees Mountains with some of the best dry fly fishing in high-mountain streams, sight fishing in freestone rivers, and hunting for trophy trout in lower stretches or selected tailwaters.

Long Shadows Vintners presents two magnificent Imperials like no others. Both of these sold-out wines were rated as one of the most impressive wines of 2012. These etched, hand-painted bottles were created especially for the Sun Valley Wine Auction and no other large format bottles exist. These awardwinning, high-scoring Walla Walla reds are true treasures, not to be hoarded, but to be sipped and savored with close friends.

Fly fishing in the Pyrenees is for those looking for something different; your days will be spent on the water 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 fly fishing guides. You will stay in fishing lodges, monasteries, and luxury hotels in the countryside. Your tour includes extraordinary local meals at some of the best restaurants along the route and wine from the Rioja, Somontano, Ribera del Duero, and Penedes regions of Spain. With spectacular scenery, great food and wine, and outstanding fly fishing, this is truly a trip not to be missed. *This trip has been donated in part by Trout Unlimited. Trout Unlimited works to conserve protect and restore North America’s cold water fisheries and the rivers and streams that we all love to fish, like the Big Wood River, and to share those experiences with our friends and families. Available mid-March through October 2014, with the best times being June through September. Trip does not include airfare to Spain or additional travel from Madrid to Zaragoza.

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Pirouette and Pedestal

The 2008 Pirouette was given 98 points by Wine Enthusiast and ranked as their #2 of Top 100 Cellar Selections of 2012. It is an enticing red blend boasting sweet aromas and flavors of ripe plums, mocha, licorice, and spice that are complemented on the palate by a rich and silky texture. The overall integration of the wine provides a remarkable structure and a long-lasting finish. Meanwhile, the 2009 Pedestal Merlot scored an impressive 95 points with Wine Spectator and was ranked #11 in their Top Most Exciting Wines of 2012. It is a blend of carefully selected vineyards chosen to create a rich, layered wine. Expressive yet graceful, this intensely aromatic vintage displays a wide array of mouthwatering flavors, including ripe blackberries, dark plum and baker’s chocolate. Sweet tannins and a velvety texture persist across a lengthy finish.

Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Two 6-Liter Etched and Hand-painted Bottles Donor Long Shadows Vintners Walla Walla/Woodinville, Washington

Live Lots Opening Bid $2,500 per person Includes Tasting for Sixteen Dinner and Wine for Sixteen Donors Bonni and Peter Curran Ketchum, Idaho Benchmark Wine Group Napa, California

100 Point Wines—A Taste of Perfection

A Tasting for Twenty at Home

Hosted at a private home in Ketchum, this is an evening you will not soon forget! Eight lucky couples will be treated to a wine tasting and dinner like no other. Your hosts, Peter and Bonni Curran, are bringing out the big guns for this unforgettable evening. The night begins with a killer sampling of some of the best wines in the world, led by a sommelier. All of the wines are rated 100 points and to give you a sneak preview, here are the big names that will be part of the exclusive offering:

If you happen to be the lucky winner of this special lot, you will have the opportunity to host 20 of your closest friends for an intimate evening of tasting world-class Lokoya wines in your own home. Mountain winemaking expert Christopher Carpenter will fly to your hometown for one day bearing current and library vintages of Lokoya’s four mountain wines: Mount Veeder, Howell Mountain, Spring Mountain, and Diamond.

2004 Chapoutier le Meal blanc 2006 Chapoutier l’Ermite blanc 1986 Château Mouton Rothschild 1996 Lafite Rothchild 2003 Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage 2007 Abreu Cabernet Sauvignon Thorevilos Sounds exciting doesn’t it?!? Hang on, the fun doesn’t stop there. The party continues with dinner, prepared by culinary adventurer, chef, artist, and author of five acclaimed cookbooks, Bob Blumer. Bob, the creator and host of the award-winning shows “Glutton for Punishment” and “Surreal Gourmet” on the Food Network, is an imaginative, passionate, and indefatigable gastronaut who will astound you with his creativity throughout the evening. Bob transforms ordinary ingredients into awe-inspiring dishes through simple cooking methods and whimsical, sometimes wacky, presentations. Blumer’s artful approach to cooking and contagious enthusiasm will keep your tastebuds on their toes. Along with each incredible course, you will enjoy more rare 100-point jewels, perfectly paired with Bob’s inventive menu. With the entrée, you might try a 2001 Vérité La Muse or a 2003 Quilceda Creek Cabernet. And don’t forget about dessert … there is a special 1994 Fonseca Port from Portugal with your name on it. Perfection! This package will be sold for $2,500 per person, for a maximum for 16 people and will take place September 5, 2013.

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While tasting with Chris, you and your guests will learn about his attention to detail, hear his insights, and gain a deep understanding of the quality vineyards that have led to Lokoya’s success. Lokoya wines are identified with the terroir of Napa’s mountain vineyards. Sparse soils, high elevations, good drainage, and the cool climates of the mountains and benches form the backbone for intense Cabernet Sauvignon. The Lokoya name honors the Native American tribe who lived on Mount Veeder in the western mountains of the Napa Valley prior to the arrival of viticulture in the 19th century. Paying tribute to those who farmed these Napa soils originally, Lokoya Cabernets reflect the soils and microclimates of the Napa Valley. As a parting gift, you will be given a rare 3-liter bottle of the 2007 Lokoya Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon, which received 99 points from Robert Parker, to commemorate your unforgettable experience. Host to provide venue and food for guests. Date to be booked 4-6 months in advance on a mutually agreed upon date.

Opening Bid $4,000 Includes Wine Tasting for Twenty with Chris Carpenter One 3-Liter Bottle Donor Lokoya Winery Oakville, California

Live Lots Opening Bid $12,000 Includes Four-Day All-Inclusive River Trip for Ten Shuttle to Stanley from Ketchum for Ten Private Flights from Stanley to River for Ten Private Return Flights from Salmon, Idaho to Hailey for Ten Selection of Wine from Kosta Browne Winery Donors Far & Away Adventures Ketchum, Idaho Kosta Browne Winery Sebastapol, California

Wilderness Luxuries with Kosta Browne Winery and Far & Away Adventures The ten lucky travelers who snag this lot will escape the realities of everyday life and spend four memorable days floating down the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in the Frank Church—River of No Return Wilderness with the best outfitter in the Northwest, Far & Away Adventures. This unique experience is like a deluxe safari on the river … high-end luxury “glamping” with exceptional, personalized service in some of the most remote and stunning terrain in the country. Accompanying you will be your favorite rock stars of wine, Kosta Browne. Two brave souls from the reputable winery will keep you satiated with some of the most sought-after selections from their vineyards. Start each morning with a tasty breakfast cooked and served by your guides. Spend the day however you wish. Maybe a few hours each day fly fishing from the raft. Or explore the hiking trails and old mining cabins along the shore. Cool off with a swim alongside the rafts or paddle your own canoe or kayak for kicks. Marvel at the wildlife in Impassable Canyon. Or just float along in peace, basking in the pleasures of such an awe-inspiring place.

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Leonetti Cellar & FIGGINS

As Chris Figgins, President and Winemaking Director of Figgins Family Wine Estates, says, “Building upon ones forefathers’ legacy is both a privilege and a responsibility. We do so with passion, focus, and utmost attention to quality. To do otherwise would be to dishonor the very foundation we are entrusted with.” Among Washington’s winemakers , the Figgins family is known for its history of producing world-class wines. Besides having started the first and most venerated winery in Walla Walla, Leonetti Cellar in 1977, the Figgins family also produces wine under their family name, FIGGINS, and raise 100% grass fed beef at Lostine Cattle Company. Their wines consistently sell out upon release, and a name on their “List” is highly coveted. The Lucky winner of this package will be bestowed with some of the Figgins Family’s finest work to date with a total of 7 etched and painted 3-liter bottles of current and past vintages of Leonetti Cellar and FIGGINS wines. Today Leonetti Cellar produces some of the most sought-after wines in the world. With the second generation at the helm, Chris Figgins and his sister Amy will provide seven etched and hand painted 3-liter bottles of both first and second generation winemakers. This astounding lot can be yours. Leonetti Cellar 2010 Reserve

As the light fades each day and you lounge by the banks of this gorgeous river, glass of your preferred Kosta Browne wine in hand, Steven Lentz, chef extraordinaire from Far & Away Adventures, will delight you with delectable gourmet dinners. After your meal and more outstanding wines, share stories and laughs around the campfire before falling into bed under a blanket of stars, tired and fully satisfied, only to wake up and do it again the next day. Sounds heavenly, doesn’t it?

Leonetti Cellar 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon

River trip to take place on a mutually agreeable date in September, 2014.

FIGGINS 2009 Estate Red Wine

Leonetti Cellar 2011 Merlot Leonetti Cellar 2010 Sangiovese FIGGINS 2008 Estate Red Wine

FIGGINS 2010 Estate Red Wine Additionally, tonight’s victor will triumph in securing a spot on the closed Mailing List, allowing the winning bidder to bypass a 3 year wait and obtain the ability to purchase an annual allocation from Leonetti. The rich and nuanced red wines from Leonetti and FIGGINS represent some of the winery’s best vintages and varietals, many of which are hard to find. With your winning bid tonight, these jewels will find you.

Opening Bid $2,000 Includes One Spot on Leonetti Mailing List Seven 3-Liter Bottles Donor Figgins Family Wine Estates Walla Walla, Washington

Live Lots Opening Bid Priceless Includes Private acoustic concert for 40 Dinner for 40 Wine for 40 DonorS Gary & Anne Borman Borman Entertainment Blue Farm Santa Rosa, California Chappellet St. Helena, California Gemstone Vineyard Yountville, California Kistler Vineyard Sebastopol, California Kosta Browne Winery Sebastopol, California

Party of a Lifetime with Lady Antebellum Now this is the auction lot to beat all auction lots. It might just be the concert experience of a lifetime - way better than a plain old backstage pass. Cool Country Music sensation, Lady Antebellum, will arrive at your house and entertain you and 40 of your friends with an intimate private acoustic concert. Think about it. Your very own personal concert…with Lady Antebellum…and your best friends. Enough said. But there’s more … you get to hang out with them, dance to them, and get your photo taken with them. Hang on … pinch yourself. A chance like this doesn’t come along every day. This is a dream come true. This band is hot. Lady Antebellum has been wowing music fans since they debuted in Nashville in 2006 and has risen quickly to become Country Music’s most influential group. The trio’s modern sound has catapulted them to an enviable level of popularity with over 10 million records sold. Lady Antebellum’s gold and platinum songs have garnered them a long list of awards, with seven Grammys among them, including Song of the Year in 2011 and Best Country Album in 2012. Let us not forget about the incredible food and wine that is also part of the evening. Your group will enjoy a fabulous gourmet feast in your own home, catered by a talented chef. Each course will bring you closer to gastronomic nirvana as plate after plate of delectable offerings is brought out for you to enjoy. And the wines … oh, my! This extraordinary meal will be accompanied by some of the top varietals in the country, including exclusive selections from Gemstone Vineyards, Kosta Browne, Chappellet, Kistler Vineyards and Blue Farm. It is not too often that you have an opportunity like this to sample so many excellent, hard-to-find wines in a single evening along with such mouthwatering cuisine and incredible entertainment! After all this spectacular food and wine, you better get ready to show off your dance moves. Following your meal, Lady Antebellum will give you even more reason to remember this night for the rest of your life.

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It’s All About the Wine Pride Mountain Vineyards

Opening Bid $3,000 Includes One 5-Liter Bottle One 3-Liter Bottle One 1.5-Liter Bottle Twelve 750ml Bottles Two-Night Stay for Four Tour and Tasting for Four Dinner for Four Donor The Pride Family Pride Mountain Vineyards St. Helena, California

Of course it is. And the people at Pride Mountain Vineyards know it, which is why they have put together this incredible selection of wines for tonight’s highest bidder. Big, red, and beautiful - the perfect words to describe a collection that includes the following wines from Pride’s 2007 harvest, one of their best vintages and top 100 wines: one 5 Liter bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon, one 3 Liter bottle of Merlot, one1.5 Liter bottle of Cabernet Franc, and three 750ml bottles each of the Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve Claret, Vintner Select Cabernet Sauvignon, and Vintner Select Merlot. In addition to taking home this stunning assortment of wines, you and three friends can look forward to enjoying more of Pride Mountain Vineyard’s offerings at the winery itself, as guests of the Pride family for two nights. Your group will relax in the luxury of the Winery Cottage, perched high above the town of St. Helena atop Spring Mountain. The twisting 20-minute drive west from St. Helena, rewards visitors with a spectacular view of rugged Mount St. Helena to the northeast and verdant vineyards rising skyward in all directions. The area has a history rich in the texture of 19th century winemaking. The first records of vineyard plantings date back to 1869. Amidst the history of the vineyard and its magnificent setting, you will also be treated to a private tour and tasting. After a glorious day of touring and tasting, join your hosts at Pride for a delicious gourmet dinner in the vineyard’s caves, paired with Pride wines that have been personally selected from the family cellar. Must be redeemed within a year and date must be mutually agreed upon.

Bliss in Baja Let a private plane whisk you away to the beautiful Baja Peninsula. At the Costabaja Resort & Spa in beautiful La Paz, Mexico, you can unwind in style. Costabaja is the resort that has everything you desire. Escape to this quiet and secluded destination in La Paz, with a luxurious Five-star hotel and spa, extraordinary vacation homes, international Marina and Beach Club, and Costabaja Golf Club. Set on the Gulf of California, Costabaja is full of life and adventure, and just up the beach from charming and modern La Paz, a fascinating city of peace and abundance on the Sea of Cortez. Your group of four will travel in style via private jet and car to enjoy four nights in a penthouse suite at Costabaja. The suites are outfitted with all the modern comforts and boast stunning views. While you are there, indulge yourself in a complimentary treatment at the Espiritu Spa, where the staff will guide you toward complete and total relaxation. Dinner for four will follow in one of the area’s fine restaurants. The resort’s setting is magical, and you will be surrounded by the raw beauty of the mountains and the ocean. Stroll along the white sand beach, float in the infinity pool, lounge with a good book and explore the nearby shops in La Paz, all at your leisure. This amazing package includes two rounds of golf for four on the resort’s gorgeous Gary Player Signature Course with its panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez , spectacular greens and rolling hills. In between rounds of golf, choose a day for the excursion of a lifetime. Tonight’s lucky bidders will spend a thrilling day on a 42-foot Tiara fishing boat. These motor yachts are the epitome of modern luxury, and the area is known for its exciting sport fishing. A day on the water will have you grinning from ear to ear. And there are countless other activities to keep you entertained—sea kayaking, diving, tennis, paddle boarding—you can’t go wrong at Costabaja.

Live Lots Opening Bid $12,000 Includes Four-Night Stay for Four Two Rounds of Golf for Four Fishing Excursion for Four Spa Treatments for Four Sunset Cruise on the Bay of La Paz for Four Private Air Travel for Four Private Airport Shuttle for Four Dinner for Four Donors Trish & Dave Wilson Costabaja Resort & Spa La Paz, Mexico Chris Stephens

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Sun Valley’s Best Ride

Raise a Paddle

Biking - it’s a local favorite and what better venue than the beautiful Wood River Valley? Whether you ride the rough terrain on the dirt trails or cruise the bike path with your family, the scene is the same–gorgeous!

Have you ever seen a child’s face light up when he discovers that he can create something beautiful with his hands? What about the joy a child experiences when she learns how to play an instrument for the first time? Or the freedom a child feels when she uses her own imagination to write a story? It is essential to cultivate these seeds of creativity inside each child. The Sun Valley Center for the Arts does this for our valley’s youth—every day, all the time. The Center’s classes and workshops and performances and lectures and exhibits inspire thousands of children to experiment and explore.

19th Anniversary Collection Opening Bid $6,000 Includes Seven 6-Liter Bottles Donors Sharon & Tom Pyle Atkinsons’ Market Col Solare Côte Bonneville L’Ecole No 41 Leonetti Cellar Quilceda Creek Winery Va Piano Vineyards Woodward Canyon Winery

This is the 19th year that this beloved auction lot will be created exclusively for the Sun Valley Center Wine Auction in conjunction with Atkinsons’ Market. The theme for this special edition lot is cycling. Local artist and gallery owner, Jennifer Bellinger, was commissioned to create an original oil painting from Sharon Pyle’s unique vision. Her work will grace seven imperial-sized bottles of specially created wines from seven Washington State wineries. The bottles are etched and painted by Fresh Northwest Design of Gig Harbor, Washington. Together, they weave a stunning and evocative visual narrative. The project is a true collaboration of some of the finest artists and vineyards working together to celebrate outstanding wines from the Northwest. This year’s lot includes the following spectacular selections: Col Solare Columbia Valley Red Wine, 2009

Create an Ah-Ha Moment

Talk about a worthwhile cause. This is the part of the evening that reminds us why we are all here tonight. Now is the time to take your paddles and lift them high to help us raise funds for The Center’s educational outreach and scholarship programs. These programs encourage children to take risks with their creative gifts and allow these skills to grow and flourish into a deep-rooted love for the arts. You can see the immediate results of your generosity in the eyes and smiles of our local children and know that you are helping to give them amazing cultural opportunities and learning experiences that will enrich their lives forever.

Côte Bonneville DuBrul Vineyard Yakima Valley Red Wine, 2009 L’Ecole No 41 Perigee Seven Hills Vineyard Walla Walla Valley, 2010 Leonetti Cellar Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2010 Quilceda Creek Winery Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2010 Va Piano Vineyards Walla Walla Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2009 Woodward Canyon Winery Artist Series Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon, 2009

Imagine What Your Gift Can Do

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Live Lots Opening Bid $2,000 Includes One-Year Wine Club Membership Cooking Class, Olive Oil Tasting, and Lunch for Four Four 750ml Bottles Two 1.5-Liter Bottles One 3-Liter Bottle Six 500ml Bottles Olive Oil Donor Antica Napa Valley Napa, California

Membership Has Its Privileges The Antinori family history speaks of a devotion to winemaking that is woven through six centuries and stretches from the family’s legendary vineyards in Tuscany to the Napa Valley estate, Antica Napa Valley. Antica represents the family’s passion for winemaking that has been passed down for 26 generations. Antica sits on a breathtaking estate high in the eastern mountains of the Napa Valley. Located in the remote Atlas Peak District, the 550-acre estate produces only small lots of wines, a testament to the discipline and care of the Antinori family. Its hilly terrain, rocky soils, high elevations, and beautiful landscape create a setting ideal for making outstanding wines. Come to the estate and see for yourself. Your group of four is invited to visit the nearby Napa Valley farmer’s market and food hall with Antica’s estate chef, Kim Wiss, in search of local culinary delights. Kim will guide you in a tasting of the estate’s olive oil and preparations for a delicious Tuscan luncheon to enjoy with Antica Napa Valley wines, hosted by estate director, Glenn Salva. And don’t fret, you will get to bring some of that remarkable olive oil back home with you. Tonight’s winning bidder will also take home a selection of wines considered “Primo Selezione”—Antica Napa Valley’s Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and single-vineyard Townsend Cabernet Sauvignon. In addition, you will receive a coveted one-year membership for the Antica Napa Valley Soprattutto™ wine club and receive four shipments of wine. Soprattutto™, Italian for “above all,” best describes the vineyard’s ideal location for wine growing. These wines are produced in small lots of under 100 cases and include Fossino Rosé, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Malbec, and Syrah. Just wait until you see what’s in store for you.

Behind the Scenes in Los Angeles Fly off to sunny Los Angeles to get your urban culture fix and soak up some culture in style. Your group of four will spend three nights at the Hotel Wilshire, a boutique Kimpton hotel in the Miracle Mile district–just minutes from the city’s hottest attractions including Beverly Hills and Museum Row. The hotel’s swanky rooftop pool deck alone is enough to make you feel like a movie star. This package offers access to some of the country’s best museums. Kick off your visit with a trip to Pasadena’s Norton Simon Museum, where you will be given a private, guided tour of its impressive collections of Asian and early European art as well as modern and contemporary paintings, photographs, and sculpture. In the afternoon, you might be ready for a special tasting session for four people at Mission Wines with President Chris Meeske. Mission Wines is a boutique wine shop specializing in small production, hand-crafted, artisan wines from around the world. For your next outing, take a private tour of the Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens, one of the world’s great cultural, research, and educational centers. Link that up with an afternoon exploring the mysteries of life on earth at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. After absorbing all that knowledge and culture, you will be thrilled to relax your mind, quench your thirst, and satiate your appetite with a delectable dinner for four at Patina. Located in the spectacular Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles, the restaurant’s elegant al fresco dining, stylish late-night cocktail bar, and always-impeccable service define luxury dining on the West Coast. Start your final day with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the new Space Shuttle Endeavour exhibit at the California Science Center and follow that up with VIP passes to watch a special filming of TV Land’s popular sitcom, “Hot in Cleveland,” now in its fifth season. Enjoy a “meet and greet” with the stars of the show and maybe a hug from Betty White. Remember your trip with a signed script and signed cast photo. That’s a lot of fun to pack into three days! And the best part…you don’t have to drive. Executive Transit will pick you up at the airport in an SUV and they are available for personal service 12 hours per day until they deliver you to the airport on your final day. Not having to drive in Los Angeles…now that is something to bid on!

Live Lots Opening Bid $15,000 Includes Three-Night Stay for Four Private Tasting for Four Four Guided Museum Tours for Four Four VIP tickets to TV Show Filming Dinner for Four 4 Days of Private Car Service for Four Donors Debbe & Spike Booth Jill & Fred Vogel Linda Howard Chris Meeske, Mission Wines Pasadena, California Patina Restaurant Group Los Angeles, California Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group San Francisco, California TV Land Studio City, California Executive Transit Pasadena, California California Science Center Foundation Los Angeles, California Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Los Angeles, California The Huntington Library, Art Collections, & Botanical Gardens San Marino, California Norton Simon Museum Pasadena, California

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Napa’s Finest

Lindstrom Wine and Darioush Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Three-Night Stay for Four Brunch for Four Two 1.5-Liter Bottles Luncheon for Six Three 750ml Bottles Donor Lindstrom Wine Napa, California Darioush Napa, California

Two powerhouses of the Napa Valley wine industry are joining forces to present an unforgettable experience. As tonight’s winning bidder, you and three others will spend three nights of bliss in a charming guesthouse in Stag’s Leap with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Choose one morning to sleep late and then delight in a leisurely and delicious brunch with the Lindstroms and winemaker Celia Welch as they share their wealth of winemaking knowledge with you. The next day is the perfect time to enjoy an intimate lunch and a “culture of wine” experience at Darioush, set underneath the pistachio trees in the private garden of proprietors Darioush and Shahpar Khaledi. Noted wine historian and passionate raconteur, Nina Wemyss, will take you on a journey into the extraordinary world of wine—its history, antiques, and literature, while you savor limited-release and winery-exclusive Darioush wines, paired with fruits, vegetables, and herbs harvested from the surrounding garden. Finally, as souvenirs of tonight’s excitement, you will bring home two Magnums of Lindstrom’s 2009 and 2010 Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon as well as an impressive vertical collection of Darioush Darius II Cabernet Sauvignon (2007, 2008, 2009). Please allow six weeks notice for redemption. Available seasonally, May through October.

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Sonoma in Style This is an experience NOT to be missed - a chance to “create your own adventure” in lovely Sonoma. You can put together a fully customized and deluxe weekend. Your host, a longtime resident of both Sonoma and Sun Valley, will cater the trip to your needs and desires. To start, your group (two couples) will be transported by private jet from Sun Valley to Napa, where you will find a Tesla Founders' Edition Roadster at your disposal for your entire stay. Now that’s traveling in style! You will spend two glorious days and nights in a gorgeous contemporary home designed by Richard Gluckman, well-known architect of many art museums, galleries, and art collectors’ homes. The mountainside escape sits on 14 acres in the hills above the town of Sonoma with views of the valley, the Bay and the San Francisco skyline and featuring deluxe furnishings and artwork throughout. This stunning property includes two guesthouses, vineyard, meadow, kitchen garden, two terraces, and a pool—perfect for a luxurious weekend of relaxation. For the next day’s culinary pleasure, gather at the local Paul Hobbs Winery in Sebastopol for a special private luncheon. You will savor an exceptional menu created by the estate chef and each delicious course will be paired with distinctive Paul Hobbs wines. The event will take place in the famous Lindsay House at the winery, a minimalist architectural treasure by Jim Murphy of JMA, designed for the ultimate tasting experience. To tempt you even further, below is a sampling of how your days could look … sit back, relax and let your host take care of everything. All your meals, activities and transportation are included in this exclusive package. Specific date and activities can be arranged beforehand (available May- October 2014). And as the final touch, each couple will take home a Magnum of Blue Farm Pinot Noir.

Opening Bid $12,000 Includes Private Air Travel for Four Car for 3 days Lunch and wine at Paul Hobbs for Six Two Magnums Donor Tim Mott Robin and Tim Wolff Paul Hobbs Wines Sebastopol, California Blue Farm Santa Rosa, California

Blue Farm is a rarely available, Single-Vineyard, Sonoma Pinot Noir created by Pinot rock stars Anne Moller-Racke and Kenneth Juhasz of Donum Estate fame. Day 1 • Private jet from Sun Valley to Napa • Private car for drive to house • Classic wine country lunch on the terrace • Afternoon wine tasting • Relaxation with poolside massages • Dinner from Café La Haye, Zagat rated 27 out of 30 • Nightcap around the outdoor fireplace Day 2 • Breakfast and leisurely morning by the pool • Private luncheon and tasting at Paul Hobbs Winery • Local shopping excursion or sunset bike ride • Evening cocktails and hors d'oeuvres on the terrace • Dinner al fresco prepared by local private chef

Day 3 • Breakfast by the pool • Early morning hike • Private car for drive to Napa • Private jet from Napa to Sun Valley

Live Lots Opening Bid $1,500 per person Includes Dinner for Ten Wine for Ten Donor Sun Valley Resort Sun Valley, Idaho

Bring on the Bordeaux

A Guest Pass to Luxury

The Dollar Cottage at Sun Valley Resort … this is where the royalty stays when they come to town. And it could be yours for the evening. As the winning bidder tonight you will enjoy an intimate dinner for ten—relaxing on the patio, dining on mouthwatering cuisine, sampling unforgettable red wine, all while looking out over Sun Valley lake and taking in the stunning views of Bald Mountain in the background.

A membership to Exclusive Resorts Luxury Destination Club means traveling to premier vacation destinations and staying in spectacular homes and villas, knowing that every detail will be perfect and your vacation will be hassle-free. Tonight you can bid on the opportunity to experience the pleasures of membership with your very own Exclusive Resorts “Guest Pass,” offering 15 days of Club travel that you can use in any of these featured destinations within the next two years:

Award-winning chef, John Murcko, Sun Valley’s new Director of Culinary Operations, will prepare a magnificent five-course meal for your group that is sure to impress. Noted for his culinary excellence in the Northwest and recipient of Salt Lake Magazine’s 2011 “Best Chef in Utah” award, Murcko’s innovative approach to modern American cuisine is rooted in the classical style of the resort and has enhanced each of Sun Valley’s restaurants. Accompanying this incredible feast will be some of Bordeaux’s best, pulled by a local sommelier from the rich depths of the Sun Valley Resort cellars. Your guests will be treated to a selection of delights from the collection. Here is a sampling of the wines being served: 1988 Chateau Margaux Grand Vin Red Bordeaux 1988 Chateau Cheval Blanc St. Emilion Red 1998 Chateau Lafite Rothchild Paullac Bordeaux And to top off this evening of splendor, savor a glass or two of the 100 point 1999 Chateau d’Yquem Sauternes. A beautiful ending to a magical night… This lot will be sold for $1,500 per person, for a maximum of 10 people. The dinner will be planned for a mutually agreeable date.

• Chicago, Illinois • Deer Valley, Utah • Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands • Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii • Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii • Los Cabos, Mexico • New York City, New York • Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

• Real Del Mar, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico • San Francisco, California • Scottsdale, Arizona • Sea Island, Georgia • Snowmass, Colorado • Steamboat Springs, Colorado • Telluride, Colorado • Wailea, Maui, Hawaii

With a Guest Pass, you’ll enjoy luxuries beyond the Club’s homes, including privileged access to the amenities of world-class resorts and unmatched personalized service designed to anticipate your needs and leave you entirely free to enjoy your vacation to the fullest. A dedicated representative will help you explore the Club’s many offerings and plan your trips. Daily housekeeping means no household chores will ever fall to you. And your concierge will fulfill your every request throughout your stay (think stocking the pantry with your favorite foods before your arrival, hiring a private chef, booking tee times, and more). And should you decide that a full membership with Exclusive Resorts is in your future after you’ve used your Guest Pass, you will receive a $40,000 credit toward full membership dues. Don’t let that kind of deal pass you by!

Live Lots Opening Bid $10,000 Includes Fifteen-Day “Guest Pass” Membership $40,000 Credit Toward Full Club Membership Donor Exclusive Resorts Denver, Colorado

Live Lots Opening Bid $5,000 Includes One-Week Stay for Six Three-Day Guided Custom Tour for Six Donor Alvin Albe Claude & Ghislaine Guigon Barrique 33 Wine Tours

Your Own Private Provence Embark on an incredible adventure in Provence, France with a custom guided tour of the area’s oenological and gastronomic pleasures. French native, Claude Guigon, formerly of Sun Valley Resort fame, will accompany you for three glorious days as you visit countless wineries and savor mouth-watering French cuisine. Your tour is completely customizable … you might choose to spend a day exploring the wineries surrounding Châteauneuf-du-Pape with lunch at an excellent nearby restaurant. A leisurely Rosé lunch in Valence at a three-star Michelin restaurant with a tour and tasting in Tain L’Hermitage could be quite a day to remember. And a visit to Avignon and the Palais des Papes is not to be missed, perhaps followed by a few hours sampling magnificent varietals in the Gigondas wine country. Alternatively, a walking tour of Gorges du Verdon, the French Grand Canyon, promises to be spectacular. And picture this: Your lodging will be in an 18th-century mill, beautifully renovated into a “maison de maître” with all the modern amenities. Located on two acres on the outskirts of the charming village of Eyguieres at the foot of the Alpilles mountain range in the heart of Provence, the original two-story house is approximately 250 years old and shaded by massive plane trees. This spacious and lovingly restored property is awaiting your visit in a tranquil atmosphere of comfort and beauty, complete with immense gardens, an expansive outdoor terrace, and a heated pool. Your group of six will relax for an entire week in the incredible setting and fall under the magical spell of this place where time stands still. The villa, “Le Moulin Des Vignes Vieilles,” is just a short drive from Luberon, a perfect location to experience and discover the wealth of cultural and regional products and traditions in Provence. The caretakers can arrange anything your heart desires for exploring the beauty of the area and making the most of your visit.

The Seattle Chihuly Experience Gather your friends for an arts and culture outing to remember! You and three friends are invited to the Chihuly Boathouse in Seattle to enjoy a private studio tour and glassblowing experience while delighting in delicious wines from Dunham Cellars. Dale Chihuly is a Seattle icon. His work is included in more than 200 museum collections and is instantly recognizable around the globe. This is a unique opportunity to witness first-hand how Chihuly’s glass masterpieces are made. 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. Your group will also visit Chihuly Garden and Glass, one of the artist's most ambitious projects, which opened in 2012. View an exhibition of Chihuly’s most iconic works, including the suspended Glasshouse Sculpture. Stroll through the Garden and view the installations juxtaposed with the natural environment. And savor scrumptious dishes in the Collections Café as you dine on fresh, local Northwest cuisine with winemaker Eric Dunham. During your visit, you’ll stay at the four-star Sorrento Hotel. A charming Seattle landmark, the Sorrento is the first and longest-operating boutique hotel in the historic First Hill neighborhood. To commemorate this unique Seattle experience, tonight’s winner will also receive Chihuly’s Wild Poppy Persian Pair 2011 Studio Edition from his Persians series. The piece is a rush of sumptuous golden orange and oxidized browns. Measuring approximately 11 inches across, this signed and hand-blown artwork is presented in a Plexiglass vitrine. In addition, you’ll also receive two Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibition catalogs signed by the artist. All dates must be mutually agreed upon.

Live Lots Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Private Studio Tour & Tasting for Four Original Artwork Piece Two Signed Exhibition Catalogs Dinner for Four Two-Night Stay for Four Donor Chihuly Studio Seattle, Washington Eric Dunham Dunham Cellars Walla Walla, Washington Sorrento Hotel Seattle, Washington

Live Lots Opening Bid $12,000 Includes Three-Night Stay for Four with Breakfast Three Days of Skiing or Two Days of Golf for Four Nordic Skiing/ Snowshoeing or Hiking/Biking for Four Dinner for Four Private Air Travel for Four from Sun Valley to Bozeman from Sentient Donor The Yellowstone Club Big Sky, Montana Sentient Jet Braintree, Massachusetts

Your Own Exclusive Yellowstone Club Retreat Have you ever fantasized about being whisked away by private jet to a ski resort that you have all to yourself on a bluebird powder day? Well, here is your best chance at realizing that dream. Four of you will jet off to the luxurious “wilds” of the private Yellowstone Club near Big Sky, Montana, for three days and nights of outdoor fun, far away from the typical ski vacation crowds. Explore the spectacular beauty of the only private ski resort in the world. A private aircraft will deliver you from Sun Valley to Bozeman for three nights in a deluxe, mid-mountain, ski-accessible cabin at the Club where you will have three days to ski your hearts out and pilfer the resort’s “Private Powder” stash. You can also try out the network of Nordic skiing and snowshoeing trails while you are exploring. Based on availability in the winter, you will also have the chance to ski with extreme skiing pioneer and Yellowstone Club ski ambassador, Scot Schmidt, and meet legendary ski film icon Warren Miller. Or, should you prefer to visit the Yellowstone Club during its non-snowy months, get your game on with two glorious days of golfing on the 18-hole Tom Weiskopf-designed course. The private championship-caliber 18-hole mountain golf course seduces players with its unflinching beauty and challenging holes. And if hiking or biking is more up your alley, that’s all part of the package too! Complimentary breakfast will get you started each morning for the day’s adventures. Not a bad way to spend a few days, right? But wait, there’s more! As the crowning touch, your group will be treated to a gourmet dinner—the best the Yellowstone Club has to offer. Now THAT is living.

Gift of the Land

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The Donum Estate

Don’t miss this opportunity for three lucky couples to spend a weekend living life to the fullest in California’s Wine Country with the help of the people at The Donum Estate. You will spend two nights in private cottage rooms at the Inn on Randolph, a small luxury inn in the heart of downtown Napa, with private car and driver service from Magnum Tours at your disposal for two days. While you are there, Donum’s Director of Hospitality will introduce your group to some of Sonoma’s most exclusive wine estates during a day of private tastings in the area. You will also be treated to a private luncheon at Stone Edge Farm, a boutique Sonoma Cabernet property and organic garden in Sonoma Valley. As the crowning touch to your experience, gather at the Donum Ranch for a private vineyard tour with Carneros renowned vintner, Anne Moller-Racke, including a tasting on the vineyard deck, which rests on a hilltop overlooking Carneros and the San Pablo Bay. The evening continues with hors d’oeuvres and a private pig roast. The pig roast will be paired with Magnums of Donum wines all scoring 93-95 points in Wine Spectator, including the not-yet-released 2010 Carneros Estate. “Dessert and Digestifs” with single barrel bourbon and truffles will follow by the fire pit. Finally, as an auction souvenir of tonight’s event, take home three Magnums of Donum allocation-only Pinots (i.e. West Slope, East Slope, Russian River Reserve), signed by Anne Moller-Racke.

Opening Bid $5,000 Includes Two-Night Stay for Six Lunch for Six Tour and Tasting for Six Dinner for Six Private Car Service Three 1.5-Liter Bottles Donor The Donum Estate Sonoma, California

Live Lots Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Two Full Passes to West of West Wine Festival Twenty-Four 750ml Bottles Donor West Sonoma Coast Vintners

WOW! A Pinot Party This is an event not to be missed! Spend a glorious weekend in the far reaches of the West Sonoma Coast at its premier wine event, the West of West “WOW” Wine Festival, an unparalleled opportunity to experience the extraordinary wine, food, and culture of the area. The festival’s Grand Tasting offers a stellar lineup of more than 40 producers and growers pouring some of their most coveted and hard-to-find gems, all pure expressions of the region. This year’s gathering, “Celebrating the Finest Wines of West Sonoma Coast” will be held in Sebastopol, just one hour north of San Francisco, from August 2 – 4, 2013. As tonight’s winning bidder, you can mark your calendar and take home two all-weekend festival passes that include access to seminars, vineyard tours, grand tastings of over 40 wineries, and the Finale Dinner prepared by James Beard finalist Steven Satterfield. Throughout the weekend you will feast on artisan food from local producers, including Hog Island oysters, Liberty duck, Andante cheese, Boccalone salumi, and more. The wines featured over the weekend are produced by some of the most sought-after wineries in the United States such as Patz & Hall, Peay Vineyards, Hirsch Winery, Littorai Winery, Flowers, Martinelli, FAILLA, and others. Come meet the winemakers and owners on their terroir and they will share some of their secrets and special selections with you. The WOW Festival begins with Welcome Dinners hosted by member wineries on Friday evening, August 2nd offers a rare opportunity to dine with winemakers in their home or winery. Saturday offers morning seminars, interviews and flight tastings, followed by the first of two Grand Tastings on Saturday afternoon and the Whole Hog Feast Celebration in the evening. Finally, you will return to the Grand Tasting tent on Sunday afternoon for a second opportunity to taste exceptional wines. And…to prepare you for the event next year, take home an “Instant Cellar” of 24 bottles of Pinot Noir, one each from 24 different stand-out wineries in the West Sonoma Coast region. How’s that for a bonus? It really does deserve your high bid and a big “WOW!”

Putting Your Way to Perfection This is the ideal opportunity to perfect your short game … and have a blast doing it. Are you up for a fun and creative event? It’s time to gather your group of friends, don your most stylish golf attire, and practice sinking some putts at Sun Valley Resort’s Sawtooth Putting Course. How can you possibly pass up the chance to spend a summer evening in the mountains, putter (or cocktail!) in hand, with good friends, great views, and light that lasts forever? It doesn’t get much better than that. Except that it DOES get better. After all the wagers have been settled and the last ball is in the last hole, the revelry continues with a private dinner for forty in the gorgeous Sun Valley Club dining room. Trade your golf shoes for your party shoes and enjoy a night of delicious food and fabulous wine as the sun sinks behind Bald Mountain. The chefs at Sun Valley are ready and waiting to craft a special menu for you that will be paired with two cases of wine hand-selected from the SVCA Wine Auction cellar. Eventually the light will fade and the evening will come to an end, but the laughter and the memories will stay with you forever. This might just be the most fun you will ever have at a putting course.

Live Lots Opening Bid $4,000 Includes Dinner for Forty Putting Tournament for Forty Twenty-Four 750ml Bottles Donor Sun Valley Resort Sun Valley, Idaho

Live Lots Opening Bid $2,000 Includes One 6-Liter Bottle Two 750ml Bottles Two-Night Stay for Four Tour & Tasting for Four Private Car Service for Four Breakfast for Four Wine Reception for Four Guided Biking Tour for Four Tasting & Lunch for Eight Donor HALL Wines St. Helena, California Hayfork Wine Company St. Helena, California

Two Wheels or Four? HALL Wines and Hayfork Wine Company craft some of the best Cabernets in the Napa Valley, but you need to come and find that out for yourself. The temptation begins with an Imperial of the 2009 Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon signed by Ambassador Kathryn Hall. Next, journey down to the source … your group of four will spend two nights at La Residence, a picturesque boutique hotel near Yountville, while you explore the area and taste some unbelievable wines. Upon check-in at this tranquil retreat, you will find a bottle of HALL wine in your room to enjoy while you are there. And begin each day with breakfast at the inn before you embark on your adventures. How does a guided biking tour sound to start things off? Get your two wheels moving and meet up with Erik Dodd, vineyard manager and co-owner of Hayfork Wine Company. He will escort your group on a myriad of local biking trails and routes. You can customize the tour to your skill level and interests— road or mountain, touring or climbing. Erik can do it all. On the road, climb the wine country's famous Pine Flat, tour on the Silverado Trail, or choose any of the classic cycling routes through multiple Napa Valley appellations. If mountain biking is your thing, check out the Las Posadas, Oat Hill, or Annadel State Park trails. And don’t worry, halfway through the day, Erik and his wife, Haley Wight, Hayfork’s winemaker, will host you for a special tasting and luncheon at their award-winning artisanal vineyard. After all that time on two wheels, you might be ready to rest a bit and ride in style with four wheels the next day. Luckily, a private car will be waiting to whisk you off to visit more vineyards of your choosing, ending with special private tours and tastings and an evening wine reception at the esteemed HALL wineries in Rutherford and St. Helena.

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Ambassador Vineyard and Hedges Family Estate How about this for royal treatment? If you are tonight’s winning bidder, you and five guests will enjoy the outstanding wines of both Hedges Family Estate and Ambassador Vineyard on this oenological adventure. Your trip begins in the Red Mountain region of Washington State, where some of the most exciting red wines are being produced today. First, renowned vineyard manager, Dick Boushey, of Ambassador Vineyard will escort you on a private tour and tasting. While you are there you will sample some of Ambassador’s premier vintages, or what they like to call “magic in a bottle,” and perhaps even enjoy a few from the winery’s own “secret stash.” Next, head down the road for a tour of the Hedges Family Estate vineyards with vineyard manager John Gomez and a special barrel tasting of both Ambassador and Hedges wines, led by winemaker Sarah Goedhart. As if that weren’t enough, the red carpet will be rolled out that night for a gourmet feast at Hedges hosted by Tom and Anne-Marie Hedges and Michael and Pamala Towers, two powerhouse couples of the Red Mountain AVA. They will tempt you with gems from their own cellar and afterwards, you will spend the night at the lovely Ambassador house. Finally, make your way to Seattle for a fantastic evening, including dinner at the gorgeous home of Michael and Pamala Towers, along with Tom and Anne-Marie Hedges. Your meal will be paired with wines from both Ambassador and Hedges and perhaps even a few surprises from Michael’s extensive cellar. You will certainly feel like a member of the royal family after an experience like this! And don’t forget this special bonus … two Double Magnums each from Ambassador and Hedges will find their way home with you after tonight’s festivities.

Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Two-Night Stay for Six Two Tours & Tastings for Six Two Dinners for Six Four 3-Liter Bottles Donor Ambassador Vineyard Benton City, Washington Hedges Family Estate Benton City, Washington

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Just In Time for Wine

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery and Landmark Vineyards Opening Bid $2,000 Includes Two-Night Stay for Four Dinner for Four Private Tour and Blending Seminar for Four Massages for Four Private Car Service Lunch for Four Six 375ml Bottles Donor JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Paso Robles, California Landmark Vineyards Kenwood, California

JUST when you thought it couldn’t get any better, along comes another great auction lot–JUST IN time. Two couples will enjoy this luxurious package at JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery in Paso Robles. You and your companions can relax in sumptuous style at the JUST Inn B&B for two nights. During your stay, A private tour of the winery and blending seminar with a JUSTIN wine educator will enhance your viticultural knowledge, after which you might gather for lunch at The Restaurant at JUSTIN or take a gourmet picnic lunch to a secluded spot. Crown the day with dinner for four at The Restaurant at JUSTIN, complete with wine pairings. The next night you choose your personal dining preference from Paso Robles superb selections and JUSTIN will provide you and your party with private round-trip town car transportation into town for the evening. And, JUST IN case you aren’t feeling totally relaxed, your stay includes in-room couples massages. Tonight’s bidder will also take home a six-bottle package of wines from JUSTIN’s sister winery, Landmark Vineyards in Sonoma, including three bottles of Grand Detour Pinot Noir and three bottles of Heintz Chardonnay.