the 2015 auction lots - Sonoma Wine Country Weekend

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SPONSORED BY TRICORBRAUN WINEPAK
C HAT EAU S T. JEA N,
S O N O MA VALL EY
S O NO M A Co
CA L I F O R N I A - U S A
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome from the Presidents
Overview
Schedule of Events
Honorary Chairs
Master of Ceremonies, Auctioneer, Auction Lot Reader
About Sonoma County
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Leadership
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Community Investments
Fund the Future 2015
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Wine and Dining
Sonoma Sommelier Stars
Luncheon Menu and Chef Lineup
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Live Auction
Auction Rules
Super Silent Auction Lots Lot #1 Rodney Strong Vineyards Lot #2 Lambert Bridge Winery
Lot #3 Silver Oak Cellars
Lot #4 Jackson Family Wines
Lot #5 Benovia Winery and Kosta Browne Winery
Lot #6 Chateau St. Jean
Lot #7 Amapola Creek Vineyards & Winery
Lot #8 Cabernet Sauvignon Varietal Dinner
Lot #9 Pride Mountain Vineyards Lot #10 St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
Lot #11 Hamel Family Wines
Lot #12 Madrone Vineyards Estate
Lot #13 Magnum Force
Lot #14 Walt Wines
Lot #15 Foley Food & Wine Society
Lot #16 Benovia Winery
Lot #17 Merry Edwards Winery
Lot #18 Dutcher Crossing Winery
Lot #19 Vérité Winery
Lot #20 Buena Vista Winery and DeLoach Vineyard
Lot #21 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards
Lot #22 Seghesio Family Vineyards
Lot #23 Williams Selyem
Lot #24 Fund the Future
Lot #25 Christopher Creek Winery
Lot #26 Three Sticks Wines
Lot #27 Gallo Family Wines
Lot #28 Auteur Wines Lot #29 Buena Vista Winery and Benovia Winery
Lot #30 Trione Vineyards & Winery
Lot #31 The Brando, Boisset Collection Lot #32 Balletto Vineyards and DeLoach Vineyard
Lot #33 Best of Sonoma Wine Collection
Lot #34 Sonoma Intertwined Alliance
Lot #35 Cline Cellars
Lot #36 SIMI Winery
Lot #37 Large Format 3-Liter & 6-Liter
Lot #38 Celebrity Cruises + Winemaker’s Select Lot Lot #39 Head Table
Conditions of Purpose
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Thank You
Vintner Champions
Participating Vintners & Winegrowers
Sponsors
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SCOTT ROBERTSON, AUCTIONEER
Scott Robertson is a full-time professional benefit auctioneer. For more than 20 years
he has assisted schools and non-profit organizations to meet or exceed their fundraising
goals. This Florida state champion auctioneer conducts hundreds of fundraising auctions
and annually raises millions for worthy charities.
Wine festival auctions are among Scott's favorites. He worked for several years at the
Naples Winter Wine Festival and has served as the auctioneer for the Southwest Florida
Wine and Food Fest since the event's inception. He and his wife, Mary, take pleasure in
fine wines, delicious food and fundraising auctions.
Scott is one of only 150 auctioneers in the United States to receive the designation of
Benefit Auctioneer Specialists, awarded by the National Auctioneers Association. His
contagious energy and enthusiasm enhances his ability to entertain at charity auctions
and is evidenced by the percentage of attendees remaining in their seats bidding and
cheering until the auction ends.
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2014 COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS
The Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction brings vintners and growers together with caring
donors to change lives in communities across Sonoma County.
In 2014, Sonoma Wine Country Weekend distributed your contributions to organizations
that make a deep and meaningful impact on the children and families of Sonoma County.
EARLY CHILDHOOD LITERACY: FUND THE FUTURE
We believe that if children can’t read, they can’t succeed.
Community Action Partnership: Pasitos Playgroups and AVANCE
Healdsburg Education Foundation: Accelerated English Program
Old Adobe Union School District: Accelerated Reader Online Program
Piner-Olivet Unified School District: Schools of Hope at Olivet Elementary Charter School
Petaluma City Schools: AVANCE and Raising a Reader
Roseland School District: Online Literacy
Santa Rosa City Schools: Links to Literacy - including Schools of Hope, School Readiness
Backpacks and the Latino Family Literacy Project
Sonoma County Office of Education: Teachers Acquiring Language Learner Knowledge
Sonoma Valley Education Foundation: Summer Reading and Writing Academy
United Way of the Wine Country: Schools of Hope
West Sonoma County Special Education and Student Services Consortium: Lexia Core 5 Reading Program
Wright Elementary School District: Reading Mastery
YOUTH EDUCATION, MENTORING AND CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS
We believe in investing in the tremendous potential of Sonoma County's
young people.
10,000 Degrees
Becoming Independent
Boys & Girls Club of Central Sonoma County
Boys & Girls Club of Sonoma Valley
Career Technical Education (CTE) Foundation
Ceres Community Project
Chop's Teen Club
Community Matters
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Sonoma County
Fence at the Top
Forget Me Not Children's Services
Friends of the Sonoma Library
Girls on the Run Sonoma County
Hanna Boys Center
Kid Scoop News
Montgomery High School
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Petaluma People Services Center
Santa Rosa Junior College Culinary Arts
Social Advocates for Youth (SAY)
Sonoma County Fair Foundation
Sonoma County Youth Ecology Corps
Sonoma Ecology Center
Sonoma FFA Agriculture Department
Sonoma International Film Festival
Sonoma Valley Historical Society
Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance
Sunny Hills Services
SVVGA Scholarship Program
Teen Services Sonoma
(Sonoma Valley Teen Services)
Valley of the Moon Aquatics
Worth Our Weight
2014 COMMUNITY INVESTMENTS
MEDICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
We believe that everyone should have access to quality and affordable care.
Alliance Medical Center
Community Action Partnership
Family Justice Center Sonoma County
Hospice by the Bay
Jewish Community Free Clinic
Operation Access
Pediatric Initiative of the North Coast
PEP Housing
Santa Rosa Community Health Centers
Sonoma Valley Community Health Center
Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation
Verity
West County Health Centers
FAMILY SUPPORT, HOUSING AND SENIOR SERVICES
We believe in helping the families and individuals most at need in
our communities.
Committee on the Shelterless
Community Action Partnership
Friends in Sonoma Helping
Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma County
InterFaith Shelter Network, Inc.
Jewish Family and Children's Services
La Luz Center
Nuevos Horizontes, Alexander Valley
School ESL
Operation Blanket
PEP Housing
Petaluma People Services Center
Sebastopol Area Senior Center
Sonoma County Public Library Foundation
The Children's Village of Sonoma County
TLC Child and Family Services
Volunteer Center of Sonoma County
Willmar Center for Family Grief & Healing/
Social Advocates for Youth
Women's Recovery Services
FOOD AND NUTRITIONAL PROGRAMS
We believe all children should have access to safe and healthy food.
Ceres Community Project
Council on Aging
Food For Thought
Redwood Empire Food Bank
Sonoma Overnight Support
The Living Room
GARDEN, FOOD PRODUCTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
We believe in bringing the youth of Sonoma County closer to the earth and
the bounty it can provide.
Gianni Cycling Club
Global Student Embassy
Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation
School Garden Network of Sonoma County
Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation
Sonoma County Youth Ecology Corps
Sonoma Ecology Center
Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods
THEATRE AND THE ARTS
We believe in the power of the arts to transform lives.
Arts Guild of Sonoma
Sonoma Community Center
Sonoma International Film Festival
Sonoma Paradiso Foundation
Sonoma Theatre Alliance
Sonoma Valley Museum of Art
Transcendence Theater Company
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SONOMA HARVEST WINE AUCTION
FUND THE FUTURE 2015
If Kids Can’t Read, They Can’t Succeed
Did you know that if kids cannot read by third grade, studies indicate:
• They are less likely to complete high school
• They face fewer job prospects
• They are more likely to be involved in crime
Your participation in the Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction changes the future for at-risk kids,
which improves the quality of life for our community now and for generations to come.
Today in Sonoma County, over half of all third grade students (54%) read below
proficiency levels. Teaching our kids to read provides the key to unlock their futures,
promising them a lifetime of learning, growing, leading and helping others.
Closing the literacy gap is also a smart investment. Closing the gap will result in nearly
$800 million of increased economic output, thousands of jobs and $53 million in new
revenue for Sonoma County in the next ten years.
Our multi-year Fund the Future goal is to help Sonoma County increase the third grade
literacy rate to 90% by 2018. Join us in supporting this life-changing initiative for Sonoma
County children. In 2014 we set a record with over $1,700,000 in contributions for third
grade literacy programs through our Fund the Future. With your help, we'll break our
record again!
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2015 FUND THE FUTURE PROGRAMS
Fund the Future proceeds will be shared by several of Sonoma County’s most powerful
and effective children’s literacy programs.
These programs were selected based on proven track records, strong metrics,
geographic coverage and with an eye to supporting a breadth of programs addressing
both pre-reading preparation and teaching kids to read.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma County and Sonoma Valley:
Project Learn
With a focus on providing equal access to after-school and summer learning
opportunities for low-income youth in Sonoma County, the two largest Boys and Girls
Clubs in Sonoma Country have teamed up to ensure academic success for the young
people they serve. Project Learn is a nationally recognized, evidence-based program
that trains Club staff to use all areas and programs in the Club to create opportunities for
high-yield learning activities. These include: leisure reading, writing activities, discussions
with knowledgeable adults, helping others, homework assistance, and tutoring and
games that develop young people’s cognitive skills. Project Learn also emphasizes parent
involvement and collaboration between Club and school professionals as critical factors
in creating the best after-school learning environment for Club members.
Community Action Partnership Sonoma County: AVANCE
AVANCE (Spanish for progress or advancement) is a nationally recognized, evidencebased parent education program that reaches Spanish-speaking, low-income and
isolated families. This intensive program teaches participants crucial parenting skills and
encourages parents as their child's first teacher. Parents learn how to make toys and
how to use them as tools to enhance parent-child communication, stimulate language
development and teach their children school readiness skills. Parents also learn how
to access community resources and are encouraged and supported in setting goals to
increase their own education and skills to foster their family’s economic stability. Sonoma
Wine Country Weekend funds six AVANCE classes across Sonoma County providing 140
parents with the tools they need to be their child’s first—and most important—teacher.
Community Action Partnership Sonoma County: Pasitos Playgroups
Pasitos is an educational playgroup program designed to provide low-income, Spanishspeaking parents and their three-to-four-year-old children an engaging and structured
learning environment that promotes parent-child interactions to improve school
readiness. Parents receive weekly book bags to encourage daily reading, which also
include tools and information that help them as their child’s first and most important
teacher. As a result of the resounding success of the 2014 Sonoma Harvest Wine
Auction, Sonoma Wine Country Weekend was able to fund 11 Pasitos family groups
which serve more than 143 children and their parents. Of the parents that participated
in the program, 72% now read to their children five or more times per week, 96%
increased their knowledge of age-appropriate child development and 96% increased
their knowledge of positive parenting practices and techniques.
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2015 FUND THE FUTURE PROGRAMS
Healdsburg Education Foundation: Accelerated English Program
The Healdsburg Education Foundation (HEF) empowers the Healdsburg area public
schools to take on innovative curriculum and practices that they would otherwise not
be able to offer to their students. Sonoma Wine County Weekend is proud to support
innovation with the addition of the Accelerated English Program, which aims to increase
the English proficiency of students thus allowing them to fully access grade level
instruction.
Sonoma Valley Education Foundation: Grade Level Proficiency Project
The Grade Level Proficiency Project, which was piloted in the 2013 academic
year, works to ensure that every student participating will reach or exceed
grade level proficiency in reading by the end of third grade using a combination
of advanced software applications and specialized teacher training. The
program provides individually paced learning, addressing the individual needs of
the students and a professional development model that includes real time, inclass coaching for educators. Students participating in the program for at least six
months are showing incredible results with an average increase in the percentage
of students reading at or above grade level of 375%! Second Graders at one school
even increased the percentage of students reading at grade level from 8% to 66%.
Sonoma Valley Education Foundation: Summer Reading and
Writing Academy
The Sonoma Valley Education Foundation piloted this camp-like reading program in
a district where only 30% of third graders were reading at grade level. At the Summer
Reading Academy kids spend five hours a day reading books and engaging in activities
that not only improve their reading skills, but also develop a true love for reading.
Sonoma Valley teachers also learn from the Academy through training opportunities to
help students improve their reading. In 2013 the Summer Reading Academy served
only 75 children, however, because of funding from Sonoma Wine Country Weekend,
the 2015 Summer Reading Academy helped 300 children become better prepared for
school in the fall.
United Way of the Wine Country: Schools of Hope
Schools of Hope is an Early Grade Reading Initiative that helps children build the
critical reading skills needed to succeed in school and life. Through Schools of Hope,
United Way of the Wine Country recruits, trains and places community volunteers
in the schools. They then work one-on-one with kindergarten through third grade
students during the school day to supplement the work they are doing in the classroom.
Because of funding received from Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, Schools of Hope is
now able to service 600 students from 29 schools across Sonoma County. Additionally,
United Way of the Wine Country has distributed nearly 3,200 School Readiness
Backpacks to families in Sonoma County.
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LIVE AUCTION
AUCTION RULES
Neither Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, nor Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Foundation, Sonoma County
Vintners and Sonoma County Vintners Foundation, nor Scott Robertson Auctioneers assumes any risk, liability
or responsibility for the authenticity, value or authorship of any property identified in this catalog.
All property is sold “as is” and neither Sonoma Wine Country Weekend nor Scott Robertson Auctioneers
makes any representations or warranties of any kind or nature, expressed or implied of any item. No
statement in the catalog or made at the sale, or elsewhere, shall be deemed such a representation, warrant
or any assumption of liability.
A bid is entered by raising your numbered bid card and being acknowledged by the auctioneer. Absentee
Bidders will be represented by a proxy who will bid on their behalf. Bids once made may not be withdrawn.
The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the event of any dispute
between bidders, the auctioneer shall have sole and final discretion either to determine the successful bidder
or to re-offer and resell the article in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, Sonoma Wine Country
Weekend sale records shall be conclusive in all respects. Video recording of the auction will constitute the
final record of the sale of all auction lots.
Upon the fall of the hammer, or when the Auctioneer says “sold”, title of the auction item shall pass to the
highest bidder who thereupon assumes full risk and responsibility for payment thereafter. Bidders will not be
asked to sign bid sheets or confirm their bid during the auction.
All sales are final. There are no refunds.
The Auctioneer is not responsible for errors in bidding by anyone. Please double check your catalog and bid on
the correct items. Merchandise and service values stated are good faith estimates by the donor.
Super Silent Auction Rules
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The Super Silent Auction bidding begins at 12:30 PM and closes at 7:00 PM.
A bid is entered by printing your name and bid number and amount of bid on the sheet in front of the
corresponding item. Bids below minimum will not be accepted.
Bids should be in whole numbers and must be equal to or exceed the minimum bid stated on the Super
Silent Auction board.
Submitted bids cannot be retracted.
Announcements will be made regarding the closing of the Super Silent Auction and take precedence
over written closing times.
In the event of a dispute, the auction chair shall have sole discretion to determine the successful bidder.
Guaranteed Bids
Bidders may immediately win a Super Silent Auction Item by placing their bid number in the Guaranteed Bid
Box at the bottom of the Silent Auction Bid Sheet. A bidder automatically wins the item by bidding at the
premium bid amount listed. A Guaranteed Bid immediately finalizes and closes all bidding on this item.
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SUPER SILENT AUCTION LOTS
Make your way over to the Grand Lawn where five Super Silent Auction items are
on display and available for your buy-in!
HERE’S A SNEAK PEEK:
World's Fair Party with Patz & Hall
PATZ & HALL
Patz & Hall Owners Donald Patz, James Hall, Anne Moses and Heather Patz invite you
to the social event of Summer 2016, as they host an ultra-exclusive gathering inspired
by the grandeur of the 1915 World's Fair. You'll be chauffeured in vintage automobiles to
the Sonoma House at Patz & Hall, a private venue that will be transformed into a World's
Fair wonderland, complete with a magical illumination theme based on the innovations in
electrical lighting first introduced at this groundbreaking event. Take in the extravagant decor
as you sip on creations from an old-fashioned soda cart, indulge in Patz & Hall Pinot Noir
and Chardonnay and delight in an array of appetizers designed to enhance the wines. Look
to the skies—your intrepid hosts have invited a few vintage stunt planes to perform just for
you! The dance party features a live Jazz band, as well as a vintage photo booth, sparkling
chandeliers and other surprises you'll have to see to believe.
LOT INCLUDES:
•World’s Fair Party at the Sonoma House at Patz & Hall with Jazz Band and themed food and décor
• Transportation from the parking lot to the Sonoma House at Patz & Hall in vintage automobiles
•One-of-a-kind illumination scheme inspired by the lighting innovations introduced at the 1915 World's Fair
•Private vintage stunt plane performance
•Photo booth stocked with vintage wardrobe and props for truly authentic mementos
PARTY TO TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, JULY 9, 2016
$500 per guest | 100 positions available
Vintner Dinner with Suzy and Squire Fridell at Suite D
GLENLYON VINEYARDS & WINERY, SONDRA BERNSTEIN AND JOHN TOULZE - SUITE D
Suite D is Sonoma's hottest event space, a stunning urban-industrial destination that creates
connections at unique gatherings throughout the year. For this special lot, you are invited
to Suite D for a multi-course Winemaker Dinner for fifty very special people featuring the
wines of GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery. Your hosts, GlenLyon Proprietor and Winemaker
Squire Fridell partnered with Winegrower Steve Hill and Winegrower Margaret Gokey who
will share their stories about these specially-selected wines, perfectly paired with each
course prepared by Chef John Toulze and Sondra Bernstein of the girl and the fig. It's an
unforgettable evening where you'll raise a glass to each magnificent course, and spend time
with the tastemakers behind each of these Sonoma County creations.
DINNER TO TAKE PLACE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2016
$250 per guest | 50 seats available
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A Five-Course Wine-Paired Dinner at
Ram’s Gate Winery
RAM'S GATE WINERY
Ram’s Gate owner Jeff O’Neill developed an ambitious vision for his winery: to reflect the
terroirs of Sonoma and Carneros in the finest possible wines, and to provide an unparalleled
ambiance in which to enjoy them.
The inspiring Ram’s Gate setting—a modern interpretation of the weathered farmsteads of
old Carneros—was designed by famed architect Howard Backen to complement the wines
made within. With accent colors, eclectic furniture and bespoke pieces selected by visionary
interior designer Orlando Diaz-Azcuy, the result is an ambiance truly unique to Ram’s Gate.
For one unforgettable evening, the entire winery is exclusively yours.
Hosted by Ram’s Gate owner Jeff O’Neill, your experience begins with a private tour
and barrel tasting with winemaker Jeff Gaffner. Next, enjoy five courses of Ram’s Gate’s
finest single-vineyard, handcrafted wines, each served alongside a thoughtfully, creatively
designed dish to pair.
The masterminds behind these pairings are Chef Taylr Behnam of Ram’s Gate Winery and
Winemaker Jeff Gaffner. An avid supporter of local and sustainably grown ingredients, Chef
Taylr designed this special five-course meal, to showcase her unique culinary style while
bringing out the best in its corresponding wine.
LOT INCLUDES:
•Private VIP Winemaker Dinner with Jeff O’Neill owner of Ram’s Gate Winery
• Behind-the-scenes tour of the unique and beautifully-designed Ram's Gate Winery, designed by famed Architect Howard Backen
•Private barrel tasting of Ram's Gate Winery wines, led by Jeff O'Neill
DINNER TO TAKE PLACE ON SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2016
$2,500 per guest | 10 seats available
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Single Vineyard Celebration with Kistler Vineyards
KISTLER VINEYARDS
Robert M. Parker, Jr. wrote of Kistler Vineyards, "If the Kistler Winery could be magically
transported to the middle of Burgundy’s Côte d’Or, it would quickly gain a reputation as
glorious as any producer of Burgundy grand crus.” Discover why connoisseurs and critics
alike adore the wines of Kistler Vineyards at an incredibly rare private vineyard lunch
and a tasting of four Single Vineyard Kistler Vineyards wines. Kistler Vineyards wines are
available exclusively to their mailing list— if you don't bid today, you may not ever have this
unbelievable opportunity again.
LOT INCLUDES:
•Farm-to-table lunch among the vines at Kistler Vineyards
• Ultra-exclusive tasting of four Single Vineyard wines at Kistler Vineyards' Trenton Roadhouse Vineyard
ONE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 Kistler Vineyards Chardonnay, Trenton Roadhouse, Sonoma Coast
$1,000 per couple | 5 positions available
Paella-Palooza and Antique Car Show for 50 at
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend 2016
KELLER ESTATE WINERY, BRIGHT RENTALS
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend 2016 starts in style at a paella party hosted by Keller
Estate Winery. They've invited The Paella Guy to stir up some spicy Spanish food designed
to delight a crowd. There's a reason The Paella Guy is one of the most sought-after chefs in
the Bay Area—his paella is perfection! Plus, you'll explore the Keller family's 100+ antique
car collection, including an automobile once owned by manners maven Emily Post (and
she used it to drive cross-country in 1914!). This paella party is unlike anything you've ever
experienced, and it's further elevated by the specially selected wines poured by Keller Estate.
LOT INCLUDES:
•Paella party hosted at Keller Estate Winery
• Paella prepared by The Paella Guy, one of the Bay Area's most sought-after party chefs
•Exclusive vintage automobile tour, including an auto once owned by Emily Post
•Specially selected wines from the Keller Estate Winery portfolio
$1,000 per guest | 50 positions available
EVENT TO TAKE PLACE ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
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LIVE AUCTION LOTS
Your Own Private Sommelier for the Day
RODNEY STRONG VINEYARDS, SVVGA AND SCV MEMBER WINERIES
Elevate your auction day experience instantly when you win access to your own personal
sommelier—and winner of the 2015 Top Sommelier Competition—to enjoy RIGHT NOW.
The winning bidder and lucky guests who share his or her table will be granted an expert
Sommelier to present and pour wines from our Sommelier Cellar filled with rare, interesting
and hard-to-find wines for you to enjoy today. You will also bring home (or uncork right now,
if you choose) a sixty-three bottle collection of iconic Sonoma wines for your personal cellar.
Raise your paddle and bid big to savor all of the surprises this unforgettable day has in store
for you.
LOT NUMBER 1
LOT INCLUDES:
• Access to your own personal Sommelier, winner of the 2015 Top Sommelier Competition, for your table during today's Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction
• One case of Sonoma County wines to enjoy today or to take home and share with friends
SIXTY-THREE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Alexander’s Crown Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 3-LITER
2005 Amapola Creek Vineyards & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2009 Ancient Oak Cellars Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Siebert, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2011 Ancient Oak Cellars To Ergon Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Berger, Sonoma Mountain 2 BOTTLES
2008 Annadel Estate Winery Estate Red Blend, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Bennett Valley Cellars Estate Chardonnay, Bennett Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Bennett Valley Cellars Estate Pinot Noir, Bennett Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Buena Vista Winery Reserve Zinfandel, Sonoma County 1 BOTTLE
1996 Chateau St. Jean Cinq Cépages Bordeaux Blend, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2004 Clouds Rest Limited Release Estate Pinot Noir, Clouds Rest, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES HAND-PAINTED
2013 Daniel Wines Pinot Noir Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Laguna Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2012 DeLoach Vineyards OFS Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 DeLoach Vineyards OFS Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 DeLoach Vineyards OFS Zinfandel, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 DeLoach Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
1997 Dry Creek Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2006 Enkidu Wine Syrah, Kick Ranch Vineyard, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2009 Flowers Vineyard & Winery Block 2 Pinot Noir, Camp Meeting Ridge Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 BOTTLE
2010 Flowers Vineyard & Winery Block 21 Pinot Noir, Sea View Ridge Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 BOTTLE
2013 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Estate Syrah, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2012 Idell Family Vineyards Oscar Cuvée Red Blend, Oscar Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE
2012 Idell Family Vineyards Oscar Syrah, Oscar Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE
2002 Inspiration Vineyards and Winery Old Vines Zinfandel, Inspiration Vineyards, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
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L O T N U M B E R 1 C ON T I N U E D
2010 Kobler Estate Winery Estate Syrah, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Kokomo Winery Reserve Pinot Noir, Peters Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 BOTTLE
2013 Limerick Lane Cellars 1910 Block Estate Zinfandel, 1910 Block, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2009 Little Vineyards Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE
2009 MacPhail Family Wines Pinot Noir, Wildcat Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2012 Martinelli Winery Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Three Sisters Vineyard, Fort Ross-Seaview 1 BOTTLE
2007 Mounts Family Winery Petacera Reserve Petite Sirah, Mounts Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2003 Patz & Hall Chardonnay, Zio Tony Ranch, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2012 Pedroncelli Winery Wisdom Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2009 Romililly Wines Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2010 Romililly Wines Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2011 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Rouge de Noirs Brut, Ricci Vineyard, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 The Calling Pinot Noir, Fox Den Vineyard, Green Valley 2 BOTTLES HAND-ETCHED
2012 Trinité Estate Acaibo Red Blend, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2012 Victor Hill Wines Barrel Select Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Bush Vineyards, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2011 Viluko Vineyards Mayacamas Mountains Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2010 Wattle Creek Winery Vintage Select Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Vineyard, Sonoma County 1 BOTTLE
2010 Wattle Creek Winery Vintage Select Shiraz Syrah, Alexander Valley Vintner, Sonoma County 1 BOTTLE
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LIVE AUCTION LOTS
Pucks and Pizza: A Gourmet Getaway from Dry Creek
Valley to New York City
LAMBERT BRIDGE WINERY
If partying with pizza and hanging out at hockey games are your pastimes, we've cooked
up the perfect experience for you. This lot is the quintessential combination of these two
delights, with a pizza party in the Dry Creek Valley at Lambert Bridge Winery, a behindthe-scenes pizza tour in New York City with luxury accommodations and VIP tickets to at
New Jersey Devils hockey game. Your pizza feast in Sonoma County features the unique,
handmade creations of Andrea Mugnaini, who is also known around the world as the
proprietor of Mugnaini Wood Fired Ovens. Plus, each delicious bite will be paired with the
award-winning wines of Lambert Bridge Winery. More pizza awaits in America's pizzacentral: New York City! You'll experience a pizza tour unlike any other, where some of the
world's best pizza chefs share their tips and tricks with you. New York's pizzerias are the hot,
new thing, with expert pizza masters creating artisan pizzas out of fresh, local and highly
unique ingredients, sure to delight even the most persnickety pizza lover! Now that you're
fueled up with delicious slices, you're off to your VIP seats at the Prudential Center for a
New Jersey Devils hockey game. This lot is the ideal score for the wine lover who loves an
experience that's the perfect blend of upscale and casual.
LOT INCLUDES:
• VIP tickets to a New Jersey Devils Game at the Prudential Center in Newark
• Gourmet pizza party for twenty people at Lambert Bridge Winery prepared by celebrity pizza Chef Andrea Mugnaini of Mugnaini Wood Fired Ovens
•Overnight accommodations for four at Lambert Bridge Winery Cottage
•Private VIP tour and tasting for four at Lambert Bridge Winery
•A private, behind-the-scenes NYC Pizzeria Experience
•Four nights' luxury accommodations in New York City for four
TWO BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2007 Lambert Bridge Winery LTD Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 2 3-LITERS
MUST TAKE PLACE ON MUTUALLY AGREEABLE DATES.
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Become a Wine Country Bon Vivant
SILVER OAK CELLARS
Wine aficionados take notice: this lot brings you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to indulge
in the fine wine, farm fresh food and fabulous experiences found only in Sonoma Wine
Country—all personalized to your exact wishes. Your Wine Country Concierge will design
a weekend unlike any other in order to ensure that your planned festivities also include the
special things YOU want to see. On day one, you’ll be treated to an exclusive, personalized
tour of Silver Oak Cellars followed by a library tasting of Silver Oak Cellars and Twomey
Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignons. Finish the day with a classic wine country dinner
experience expertly prepared by Silver Oak Cellars Chef Dominic Orsini. Following dinner,
indulge in a friendly sunset game of bocce or explore the grounds while admiring valley and
vineyard views unlike any other in the world.
Day two finds you traveling down the road to Healdsburg where a private tour of Twomey
and a sit-down tasting of appellation and single vineyard Pinot Noirs, Sauvignon Blanc and
Merlot awaits. Afterwards, relax and indulge in a picture-perfect alfresco lunch on the patio
overlooking the breathtaking Russian River Valley. Throughout your stay the expert team
at Silver Oak Cellars and Twomey will be your guides through the Alexander Valley, sharing
their favorite sites and local hangouts with you. Let them know what's on your life list… More
wine? World-class spa treatments? A round of golf at one of our exclusive courses? Gourmet
cooking classes? Let your Concierge know how you envision your wine country experience,
and they’ll move mountains to make it happen. Plus, your mementos of this once-in-a-lifetime
experience will be a collection of Silver Oak Cellars and Twomey wines specially chosen to
enhance your cellar with award-winning bottlings totaling forty-three liters of wine to celebrate
the forty-three years Silver Oak Cellars has been crafting world-renowned wines.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Three nights’ accommodations for six people in Silver Oak Cellars' Alexander Valley luxury apartment
• Private dinner for six people at Silver Oak Cellars prepared by Winery Chef Dominic Orsini and paired with a rare selection of Silver Oak Cellars wines
• Exclusive lunch for six people at Twomey in Healdsburg and paired with Twomey wines
• Intimate wine dinner for six at one of Sonoma County's finest restaurants, specifically chosen by Silver Oak Cellars
• Access to a Personal Wine Country Concierge who will develop a custom wine country experience to your exacting specifications
•Private vineyard lunch with winemaker, paired with a curated selection of rare wines
•Luxury transportation to all events
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THIRTY-SIX BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2006 Silver Oak Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2007 Silver Oak Cellars Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Silver Oak Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 3-LITER
2014 Twomey Sauvignon Blanc, Napa County and Sonoma County 6 BOTTLES
2010 Twomey Merlot, Napa Valley 6 BOTTLES
2013 Twomey Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 3 BOTTLES
2013 Twomey Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 3 BOTTLES
2013 Twomey Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley 3 BOTTLES
2013 Twomey Pinot Noir, Bien Nacido Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley 3 BOTTLES
2013 Twomey Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 3 MAGNUMS
2013 Twomey Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 3-LITER
2010 Twomey Merlot, Napa Valley 1 6-LITER
MUST TAKE PLACE ON MUTUALLY AGREEABLE DATES PRIOR TO AUGUST 31, 2016.
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L O T N UM BER 4
Passion for Pinot – An Extraordinary Excursion to
Three Iconic and Unforgettable Pinot Noir Regions:
Willamette Valley, Sonoma County and Monterey
JACKSON FAMILY WINES
There's never been a more luxurious, exciting and comprehensive tour of the West Coast's
most thrilling wine destinations. Your adventure for two begins in the uniquely beautiful city of
Portland, Oregon where you'll spend an evening in deluxe, downtown accommodations and
dining at the culinary destination of your choice. Portland's food scene is hot, hot, hot, and
you'll have the opportunity to pick from some of the country's most talked-about restaurants
for your dining experience. The following morning, your car arrives to whisk you away to the
Willamette Valley, where you'll see first-hand why Gran Moraine Winery is THE winery to visit
while in Oregon wine country. Located in a valley carved by ancient floods, the landscape
here is reminiscent of the region that launched a thousand Pinot Noir lovers: Burgundy,
France. A unique geographical confluence of topography and soil, this spot is responsible for
creating the critically-acclaimed wines of Gran Moraine.
After your exclusive VIP tour and tasting, you'll board a private jet at the McMinnville Airport
for an effortless, comfortable flight to Sonoma County. Here, you'll indulge in a multi-course,
seasonal meal at one of Sonoma County's most iconic culinary destinations: John Ash & Co.
A pioneer of Wine Country cuisine, John Ash & Co. was the first Sonoma County restaurant
to embrace the concept of cooking seasonally with fresh, local ingredients. This unforgettable
meal, paired with the award-winning wines of the Jackson Family Wines portfolio, promises a
delightful sensory introduction to Sonoma Wine Country living. You'll spend two nights at the
Vintner's Inn by Ferrari Carano, a hidden gem surrounded by 92 acres of lush vineyards and
beautifully landscaped grounds with courtyards and fountains.
Three incredible wine country experiences are on the agenda for the following day, and
you'll be taking them all in via an exhilarating helicopter tour. After flying over some of the
West Coasts' most stunning vineyards, your first stop finds you at Champs de Rêves in
Mendocino's Anderson Valley, where the breathtaking views are second only to your VIP
tasting of incredible wines. Next, your private whirlybird delivers you to a private tasting and
tour at La Crema Winery in Sonoma County's Russian River Valley. Here, you'll see first-hand
why La Crema is one of the most sought-after producers of unforgettable Pinot Noir. Finally,
you'll land in style for a private tasting and tour at Carneros Hills Winery in Carneros, Sonoma
County, one of Jackson Family Wines' most exciting new additions to their already stellar
portfolio. Dinner finds you at an ultra-exclusive winemaker dinner at La Crema’s Saralee
Vineyard in Russian River Valley featuring fresh cuisine prepared by a local chef and paired
with wines from the Jackson Family Wines portfolio.
The following day, a private jet will take you from Santa Rosa's Charles M. Schulz Airport to
Monterey, where you will experience the best of Central Coast Pinot Noir through a private
lunch at the stunning Panorama Vineyard with a VIP tasting of Carmel Road and Cambria
wines. It's been a thrilling trip! Time to relax as your personalized car service takes you to San
Francisco International Airport for your departing flight in the evening.
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This is the ideal package for the wine lover who seeks adventure, award-winning wines and
the undeniable elegance of wine country travel.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Two tickets to Portland, Oregon from your home city
• Personalized car service from the airport to your luxury hotel in the heart of Portland
• Get to know Portland's culinary scene when you dine at one of the city's finest restaurants—a destination of your choosing
• Overnight lodging in one of downtown Portland's most welcoming upscale hotels
• Personalized car service for a day of exploring the beautiful Willamette Valley
• Experience a private tasting, tour and lunch at Gran Moraine Winery, an extraordinary destination located in a series of flood-carved valleys—a place reminiscent of the Old World charms of Burgundy
• Private jet from Oregon's McMinnville Airport to the heart of Sonoma County
• Multi-course, seasonal meal paired with Sonoma County wines from the Jackson Family Wines portfolio at John Ash & Co. at Vintner’s Inn by Ferrari-Carano
• Luxury lodging for two nights at Vintner’s Inn by Ferrari-Carano, where you'll enjoy the personalized service and extreme comforts of the finest wine country lodging
• Explore the best of Pinot Noir in the North Coast from a bird's eye view on your private helicopter tour over some of the world's most stunning vineyards, with stops at unforgettable destinations
• Private tasting and tour at Champs de Rêves in the Anderson Valley, Mendocino County, where you'll enjoy breathtaking views of a dramatic landscape
• Private tasting and tour at La Crema Winery in the Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, a top producer of unforgettable Pinot Noir
• Private tasting and tour at Carneros Hills Winery in Carneros, Sonoma County, one of Jackson Family Wines' most exciting new additions to their already stellar portfolio
• Private winemaker dinner at La Crema’s Saralee Vineyard in Russian River Valley featuring fresh cuisine prepared by a local chef and paired with wines from the Jackson Family Wines portfolio
• Private jet from Santa Rosa's Charles M. Schulz Airport to Monterey, where you'll experience the best of Central Coast Pinot Noir
• Private lunch at the stunning Panorama Vineyard with a VIP tasting of Carmel Road and Cambria wines
• Personalized car service to San Francisco International Airport for your departing flight in the evening
• Two tickets from San Francisco International Airport back to your home destination
• Each couple will have the opportunity to select 6 bottles of the top Pinot Noir from each property you visit
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The Ultimate Super Bowl 50 VIP Experience Sonoma-Style!
BENOVIA WINERY, KOSTA BROWNE WINERY, SUPER BOWL 50 HOST COMMITTEE
Get ready for a gourmet gridiron getaway as you and three friends head out on a Super Bowl 50
escape, Sonoma County-style. Kick off the festivities with two nights at the luxurious Benovia
Winery guesthouse, nestled among the vineyards in the scenic Russian River Valley. You'll be
the personal guests of Sonoma Wine Country Weekend’s Honorary Co-Chairs and Founders of
Benovia Winery, Mary Dewane and Joe Anderson, who will invite you to a specially-prepared
private dinner featuring rare and library wines. During your stay in one of Sonoma County's most
desirable destinations you'll be treated to an exclusive reception at Dustin Valette's showstopping
new restaurant, Valette, and a private wine tasting at Benovia Winery. Then, enjoy a private
lunch with your acclaimed vintner Dan Kosta, Co-Founder of Kosta Browne Winery, where you'll
savor a farm fresh meal paired with wines you won't taste anywhere else.
These steeped-in-Sonoma events promise an exhilarating send-off for the next leg of your
journey: an epic trip to San Francisco for Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium, where you’ll have
access to the Super Bowl 50 Host Committee’s premium events. You're invited to a private
Pre-Game Hospitality Party, hosted by the Super Bowl 50 Host Committee, where you'll mix
and mingle with elite guests. You'll receive access to the NFL Experience, which offers you the
chance to see unique Super Bowl memorabilia you won't find anywhere else, as well as entrance
to a VIP Super Bowl 50 Host Committee party designed specifically to show its appreciation for
its biggest supporters. Your accommodations in San Francisco will provide the utmost luxury,
and promises the perfect retreat for reveling in the thrills and excitement of the big game. Plus,
whether you're local or traveling, you'll receive four airfare vouchers to use at your discretion!
It's the ideal escape for those who long for a behind-the-scenes Sonoma County experience
coupled with the Super Bowl, the world's most electrifying sporting competition.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Tickets for four to Super Bowl 50 at Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California
•Private Pre-Game Hospitality Party for four
•Exclusive NFL Experience Tickets
•Access to VIP Super Bowl 50 Host Committee Party for four
•Three nights' accommodations for four in a luxurious San Francisco hotel
•Specially-prepared wine dinner at the private home of Mary Dewane and Joe Anderson
• Private welcome reception at Valette in Healdsburg, a new restaurant owned by acclaimed Chef Dustin Valette
•Specially-selected wine tasting at Benovia Winery with winemaker Mike Sullivan
•Intimate lunch for four at Kosta Browne Winery with Dan Kosta
•Two nights' luxury accommodations for four at Benovia Winery Guesthouse
•Domestic airfare vouchers for four
• Round trip luxury ground transportation to Sonoma County and travel within Sonoma County provided by Kosta Browne Winery
2010 Benovia Winery Pinot Noir, Bella Una Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 5-LITER
2011 Kosta Browne Winery Pinot Noir, Keefer Ranch, Green Valley 1 5-LITER IN WOODEN BOX
MUST OCCUR DURING THE SUPER BOWL 50 TIMEFRAME OF JANUARY 30 - FEBRUARY 7, 2016.
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From Sonoma to the Spectacular City of Lights:
Paris, France
CHATEAU ST. JEAN
Let Chateau St. Jean—often referred to as the Paris of Sonoma County—send you on a oncein-a-lifetime vacation to Paris! Your adventure includes a six-night stay at the St. James, a
five-star hotel in the center of the city, with easy access to all of the shopping, dining and artistic
destinations that make Paris the stuff of dreams. A fully planned itinerary includes transportation
to and from the airport and a private Eiffel Tower tour to show off spectacular views of this
unbelievable city. From up above to down below, you'll also take a Seine River cruise to
experience the history of Paris from a completely different perspective. Your tickets to the Louvre
museum bring you up close with the world's most iconic creations, including the Mona Lisa. And
your authentic French cooking class will have you chopping and sautéing like Escoffier—after
you've ventured to a bustling Parisian market with a chef to select the freshest ingredients for the
meal you will prepare together. On your walking tour of Marais, led by a knowledgeable docent,
you'll see a side of this intriguing neighborhood most tourists never experience. It's one of the
most aristocratic areas of the city, and home to some of the world's most inspiring architecture,
incredible stories and over-the-top shopping. If you're feeling peckish for Parisian treats, you'll
also indulge in a behind-the-scenes tour of a Parisian bakery, where you'll see artisans craft the
world's best croissants, brioche, pastries and more (and sample their creations!). At a Parisian
chocolatier you'll see the process of crafting chocolates, and then savor sweet treats you simply
won't find anywhere else. Plus, you'll tour all of Paris's top spots with a professional photographer
in tow to capture these moments—beautifully—forever. To top it all off, dinner and a show at the
Moulin Rouge will showcase the fun and frivolity found only at a true French cabaret.
Let's head out of the city for an excursion with a private driver to the Palace of Versailles, truly
the planet's most opulent palace, where your private tour guide will reveal secrets, hidden spots
and surprises the general public never sees. Then, it's off to Epernay in the heart of Champagne,
where you'll celebrate all things sparkling with your personal guide, who will share the history
of this fascinating region. Plus, you'll indulge in Champagne tastings at some of the area's most
beautiful bubbly producers.
And when you return from your Paris travels you're invited to meet Winemaker, Margo Van
Staaveren at a Winemaker Dinner for eight guests at Chateau St. Jean to tell her if indeed
there is a parallel between Paris and Sonoma! While you dine, raise a glass to the perfect wine
pairings and the experience in Paris that brought you all together.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Six nights accommodations for one couple at a luxury five-star hotel, St. James, situated in the center of Paris
• Fully-planned itinerary for effortless expeditions to all of Paris' most desirable destinations
• Luxury transportation throughout the city
• Private Eiffel Tower tour where you'll experience unforgettable views of Paris
• A relaxing Seine River Cruise, ideal for viewing some of Paris's most exclusive and beautiful neighborhoods
• Tickets to the Louvre Museum, home of the Mona Lisa and an array of artistic treasures too numerous to mention
• An authentic French Cooking Class, where you'll venture to a bustling Parisian market with a chef to select fresh ingredients for a meal you'll prepare and eat
• Premium tickets to a performance at the Moulin Rouge, Paris's world-famous cabaret venue where audiences have delighted in incredible performances since 1889
• Walking tour of the historic, aristocratic neighborhood of Marais, with an authentic Parisian wine and cheese tasting
• Exclusive tour of a Parisian bakery, where you'll see skilled artisans craft delicious croissants, brioche, pastries and more
• In-depth tour at one of Paris's top chocolatiers with a special tasting of unique creations you won't find anywhere else
• Tour of Paris's top spot with a professional photographer to capture these unforgettable moments
• Private driver for an excursion to Versailles, where you'll experience the world's most opulent estate on a behind-the-scenes tour
• Overnight trip to Epernay, in the heart of the Champagne region, for celebration of bubbles led by a private docent
• Intimate winemaker dinner for eight at Chateau St. Jean in the Sonoma Valley with Winemaker Margo Van Staaveren
THIRTY-THREE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2014 Chateau St. Jean Le Seul Chardonnay, Sonoma County 6 BOTTLES
2014 Chateau St. Jean Le Seul Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 6 BOTTLES
2012 Chateau St. Jean Cinq Cépages, Sonoma County 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2011 Chateau St. Jean Reserve Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 4 SIGNED BOTTLES
2012 Chateau St. Jean Reserve Chardonnay, Sonoma County 4 SIGNED BOTTLES
2010 Chateau St. Jean Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 4 SIGNED BOTTLES
2009 Chateau St. Jean Reserve Merlot, Sonoma County – 4 SIGNED BOTTLES
60-DAY NOTICE REQUIRED. TRIP MUST BE RESERVED PRIOR TO SEPTEMBER 2016.
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Dine with Wine Icons Robert M. Parker, Jr. and
Richard Arrowood
AMAPOLA CREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY, ROBERT M. PARKER, JR., WING &
BARREL RANCH, THE FAIRMONT SONOMA MISSION INN & SPA
Become a wine insider instantly when you indulge in this unforgettable experience
that culminates in a dinner hosted by wine industry icons Robert M. Parker, Jr. of
eRobertParker.com and Richard Arrowood, owner and Winemaker of Amapola Creek
Vineyards & Winery. If that's not enough to get your paddle in the air, you'll also enjoy access
to a Richard Arrowood retrospective wine tasting that will shine a spotlight on the last 50 years
of masterful creations from one of Sonoma County's winemaking icons. Plus, you're invited
to Wing & Barrel Ranch, a members-only sporting clay and upland game bird hunting club
in Sonoma where you'll spend the afternoon in the sporting pursuit of clays shooting. After
you've shown off your trigger finger, you'll sit down to the meal everyone will be talking about
for years—a multi-course dining experience at Wing & Barrel Ranch with Robert M. Parker,
Jr., Richard and Alis Arrowood with dinner by Charlie Palmer Restaurant Group, and a retired
Navy SEAL Admiral (who may be willing to share some fascinating tales of adventure). Wines
for this incredible event will be hand-selected by Mr. Parker from his personal collection. Your
luxury accommodations during this insider's getaway are provided by The Fairmont Sonoma
Mission Inn & Spa, where you'll be treated to outstanding service, indulgent surroundings
and all of the special touches and surprises that make Sonoma Valley wine country living so
extraordinary. This legendary experience is available for 20 lucky individuals and will take
place on Friday, January 29 and Saturday, January 30, 2016.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Dinner with Robert M. Parker, Jr. and Richard and Alis Arrowood at Wing & Barrel Ranch created by Charlie Palmer Restaurant Group with paired wines hand-selected from Mr. Parker's private library
• Special dinner guest will be an elite U.S. Navy SEAL
• Deluxe room at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa in the heart of the Sonoma Valley
• A private and ultra-exclusive sampling of the Richard Arrowood Retrospective Tasting showcasing wines crafted during Richard Arrowood’s fifty years of winemaking. Tasting held at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
• Private sporting clays shoot with Master Class shooter and Level 1 Instructor Richard Arrowood at the exclusive, members-only Wing & Barrel Ranch, a sporting clay and upland game bird hunting club in Sonoma
• Private luxury transportation from The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa and Wing & Barrel Ranch
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DINNER WINES:
Champagne:
Champagne Louis Roederer
Dry Whites:
Marcassin Vineyard
Aubert Wines
Peter Michael Winery
Domaine LEFLAIVE
Domaine Françols Raveneau
Flight I -- Red Bordeaux:
Château Montrose
Château Lynch-Bages
Château Pichon Baron
Château Léoville Poyferré
Château La Conseillante
Château Lafite Rothschild
Flight II -- Chateauneuf du Pape:
Château de Beaucastel
Domaine La Janasse
Clos St. Jean
Solitude Wines
Domaine Pierre Usseglio & Fils
Flight III -- Napa Boutique Reds:
Harlan Estate
Colgin Cellars
Bryant Family Vineyard
Shafer Vineyards
Abreu Vineyards
Kapcsándy Family Winery
20 SEATS AVAILABLE
WEEKEND TO TAKE PLACE ON JANUARY 29 – 30, 2016. NO EXCEPTIONS.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTONS FOR BIDDING:
• ONLY 20 guests total will be able to attend the dinner.
• To secure your seat at the dinner, stand and raise your paddle when the auctioneer announces the opening bid amount at $5,000.
• If there are more than 20 bidders standing with their paddle raised, the auctioneer will “progress” the bid in a live auction style/ format.
• The bid amount per person will continue to progress until we have a maximum of 20 guests at the highest bid.
• IMPORTANT: If you would like to purchase more than one seat for this dinner on your paddle, please indicate with a show of fingers while standing.
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Wine and Cigars with Sonoma County's Kings of Cab
FARMHOUSE INN & RESTAURANT, AMAPOLA CREEK VINEYARDS & WINERY,
LINKED VINEYARDS, SILVER OAK CELLARS, STONESTREET ESTATE VINEYARDS,
TYGE WILLIAM CELLARS
This private and oh-so-exclusive event for five couples offers up-close-and-personal time with
five of Sonoma County's renowned winemakers, as well as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to
taste iconic Cabernet Sauvignon wines with their creators. Don Van Staaveren of Tyge William
Cellars, Drew Johnson of Linked Vineyards, Richard Arrowood of Amapola Creek Vineyards
& Winery, Lisa Valtenbergs of Stonestreet Estate Vineyards and Daniel Baron of Silver Oak
Cellars will share five rare Cabernets from the region's most thrilling vineyards. You'll dine on
perfectly paired dishes at the Michelin-starred Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant in the Russian
River Valley, where farm-to-table cuisine is elevated into an unforgettably elegant experience.
After your meal, retire to the porch to enjoy a luxury cigar and swap stories with these revered
winemakers. After you've wined and dined to your heart's satisfaction, retire to your luxury
accommodations at the Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant, voted #8 on the 2015 100 Best Hotels
in the World List created by Travel + Leisure readers. When you awaken the following morning,
you'll be treated to a delicious three-course breakfast. To commemorate this very special
gathering the winning bidder will receive a five case collection of single-vineyard Cabernets
from each winery featured at dinner.
LOT INCLUDES:
• One overnight stay for five couples at Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant, a luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of the Russian River Valley
• Multi-course, private dinner for five couples featuring vineyard-designate Cabernets at the Michelin-starred Farmhouse Inn and Restaurant with Don Van Staaveren of Tyge William Cellars, Drew Johnson of Linked Vineyards, Richard Arrowood of Amapola Creek Vineyards & Winery, Lisa Valtenbergs of Stonestreet Estate Vineyards and Daniel Baron of Silver Oak Cellars
•Three-course breakfast at the Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant
• Selection of luxury cigars to be enjoyed on the Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant's scenic porch after dinner
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SIXTY BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2010 Stonestreet Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Rockfall Vineyard, Alexander Valley 12 BOTTLES
2011 Linked Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Knights Valley 12 BOTTLES
2011 Silver Oak Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 12 BOTTLES
2012 Tyge William Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 12 BOTTLES
2012 Amapola Creek Vineyards & Winery Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 12 BOTTLES
DINNER AND STAY TO TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY, MARCH 8, 2016. ROOM CATEGORIES CANNOT
BE GUARANTEED—BEST AVAILABLE ON ARRIVAL. ALL FOOD ALLERGIES AND DIETARY
RESTRICTIONS MUST BE SHARED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY IS TWO
PERSONS PER ROOM. TAX AND GRATUITIES ARE NOT INCLUDED.
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An Elevated Oenological Experience at Pride Mountain
PRIDE MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS
You won't find a vineyard site quite like Pride Mountain Vineyards anywhere else in Sonoma
County, and this lot allows you and three guests to experience everything that makes this
winery so spectacular. Founded in 1991 by Jim and Carolyn Pride, today Pride Mountain
Vineyards is under the care of second-generation owners Suzanne Pride Bryan and Steve
Pride. Celebrating more than two decades of outstanding vintages, Pride Mountain Vineyards
is honored to have been singled out as one of the “world’s greatest wine estates” by Robert
M. Parker Jr., joining just 156 other wineries from around the world for this distinction. Pride
wines have also appeared numerous times on the Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of the
World list, and have received nearly 30 ratings of 95 to 99 points from Robert M. Parker Jr.'s
Wine Advocate. The wines of Pride Mountain Vineyards have been served at the White House
more than 27 times over the last two decades.
Your two-night stay includes beautiful accommodations at Pride Mountain Vineyards'
luxurious guesthouse, where you'll be surrounded by the breathtaking views you'll only see at
2,000 feet above the valley floor, at the top of the Mayacamas Mountain Range. Plus, you're
invited to indulge in an intimate, multi-course dinner crafted by an expert chef and designed
to elevate the already aspirational library wines selected from the Pride family's private
cellar. Your behind-the-scenes private tour and barrel tasting at Pride Mountain Vineyards is
punctuated by a gourmet picnic lunch paired with library wines and oh-so-dramatic views.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Two-night stay for two couples at the Pride Mountain Vineyards' luxurious guesthouse in the Mayacamas Mountain Range between Sonoma and Napa Counties
• Intimate multi-course winemaker dinner with Suzanne Pride Bryan and Stuart Bryan, paired with carefully selected wines from the Pride Family's personal library
• Behind-the-scenes private tour and barrel tasting and gourmet picnic lunch paired with Pride Mountain Vineyards' library wines and featuring rare and dramatic views
FIFTEEN BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 Pride Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1 5-LITER
2012 Pride Mountain Vineyards Merlot 1 3-LITER
2012 Pride Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Franc 1 MAGNUM
2012 Pride Mountain Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 3 BOTTLES
2012 Pride Mountain Vineyards Reserve Claret 3 BOTTLES
2012 Pride Mountain Vineyards Vintner Select Cabernet Sauvignon 3 BOTTLES
2012 Pride Mountain Vineyards Vintner Select Merlot 3 BOTTLES
REDEMPTION OF OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS, TOUR, TASTING, LUNCH AND DINNER IS FOR A
MAXIMUM OF FOUR ADULTS AND IS NOT TRANSFERABLE FROM THE WINNING BIDDER. DATES TO BE
MUTUALLY AGREED UPON AT LEAST THIRTY DAYS IN ADVANCE. TRANSPORTATION IS NOT INCLUDED.
TO BE REDEEMED BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2016.
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A Spectacular Celebration of a Sonoma County Icon
ST. FRANCIS WINERY & VINEYARDS
This celebration of Sonoma County is dedicated to St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Founder
Joe Martin, who passed away early this year. A pioneer in the industry, Joe planted his
first vineyard in the Sonoma Valley in 1971. Here, Joe saw great promise, and he watched
his dream flourish over the next decades as St. Francis Winery & Vineyards grew to be a
benchmark Sonoma County innovator.
Twelve people will revel in the history of St. Francis Winery & Vineyards at an event that finds
you luxuriating in the exemplary service and surroundings at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission
Inn & Spa. Your limo will whisk you to St. Francis Winery and Vineyards for a private, VIP
barrel tasting with award-winning Winemakers Katie Madigan and Chris Louton, where they'll
share the insider secrets to their processes and philosophies. Next, you'll indulge in an
artisan wine-and-appetizer reception before you sit down to a seven-course meal expertly
prepared by St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Executive Chef Bryan Jones. Each dish will
be exquisitely paired with a carefully selected offering of wines, and each one promises to
please your palate and delight your senses. It truly is a masterful meal you won't soon forget.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Deluxe overnight accommodations for six couples at the world-renowned Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa in the heart of Sonoma
• Round trip luxury transportation to St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
• Private barrel tasting with St. Francis Winery & Vineyards award-winning Winemakers Katie Madigan and Chris Louton
• Luxurious artisan wine and appetizer reception crafted by St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Executive Chef Bryan Jones
• Seven-course wine dinner for fourteen people prepared by St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Executive Chef Bryan Jones and paired with a curated selection of rare wines
EIGHTEEN BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2013 St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Behler Vineyard Merlot, Sonoma Valley 6 ETCHED SIGNED MAGNUMS
2013 St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Lagomarsino Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Russian River Valley 6 ETCHED SIGNED MAGNUMS
2013 St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Cabernet Franc, Wild Oak Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 6 ETCHED SIGNED MAGNUMS
EVENTS TO TAKE PLACE ON MUTUALLY AGREEABLE DATE BEFORE AUGUST 31, 2016. TOGETHER,
ST. FRANCIS WINERY & VINEYARDS AND NORMA PERSON WILL MATCH UP TO $50,000 FOR KID
STREET SCHOOL.
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BRUCE HORNSBY and PATRICK O’CONNELL:
Two National Treasures from Virginia Share the Love at
HAMEL FAMILY WINES
HAMEL FAMILY WINES
“Virginia is for Lovers” is the tourism and travel slogan of the Commonwealth of Virginia. In
2012, Advertising Age called “Virginia is for Lovers” one of the most iconic ad campaigns of
the past 50 years." “National Treasures” are defined as “a famous person(s) who is loved
by many people in a country; a person(s) that is deemed to be of value to an entire nation,
usually due to his or her cultural significance.”
What happens when you bring two National Treasures from Virginia together for one magical
night at Hamel Family Wines in Sonoma Valley? You get a once-in-a-lifetime experience that
is destined to be talked about for years! On June 11, 2016, seventy-five lucky couples of this
buy-in auction lot will enjoy a feast prepared by five-time James Beard Award winner Patrick
O’Connell from the Inn at Little Washington, Virginia, and then enjoy a solo performance by
three-time Grammy® award winner Bruce Hornsby from Williamsburg, Virginia.
Devoted followers of Hamel Family Wines are likely familiar with the family’s ties to Wisconsin,
but may not know that George, Jr. was born in Virginia, met and married Pam in Virginia, and
that GIII, John and Luke were all born in Virginia as well. Virginia holds a special place in their
hearts, and they are sharing their love of Virginia with you by bringing two of Old Dominion's
finest—and arguably the nation’s finest—National Treasures to Sonoma Valley for one
intimate evening at Hamel Family Wines' new winery.
Patrick O’Connell, referred to as "The Pope of American Cuisine," is a self-taught chef who
pioneered regional American cuisine in the Virginia countryside. Long before the farm-totable movement had a name, he began cultivating fruitful relationships with his neighbors,
whom have a strong connection to the land and a heritage of self-sufficiency. The Inn at Little
Washington opened in a former garage in 1978. The Inn became the first establishment in
the Mobil Travel Guide’s history—to ever receive two Five-Star Awards: one for its restaurant,
the other for its accommodations. O’Connell and The Inn have won five awards from the
James Beard Foundation including Restaurant of the Year, Best Chef in the Mid-Atlantic
Region and the prestigious Outstanding American Chef Award.
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Bruce Hornsby is an American singer and keyboardist known for the spontaneity
and creativity of his live performances. Hornsby's recordings have been recognized
on a number of occasions with industry awards, including the GRAMMY® Award for
Best New Artist for Bruce Hornsby and the Range, the GRAMMY® Award for Best
Bluegrass Album and the GRAMMY® Award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance.
Hornsby has also achieved recognition for his solo performances, his touring band,
his bluegrass project with Ricky Skaggs and his appearances as a guest-musician. He
also collaborated with the Grateful Dead, and as an unofficial member of the band,
played at hundreds of shows.
Seventy-five couples will enjoy the magnificent multi-course Virginia meal prepared
by Patrick O’Connell and his team, paired with wines from the Hamel Family, and
then enjoy the solo performance by fellow Virginian Bruce Hornsby as the sun sets
over the spectacular Sonoma Mountain. This little slice of Virginia with two of the Old
Dominion’s National Treasures in Sonoma Valley may help you find that you, too, love
Virginia, with help from Patrick O’Connell and Bruce Hornsby.
Price Per Couple $5,000
LOT INCLUDES:
• The wine, food and song event of a lifetime with a private dinner at Hamel Family Wines crafted by "the Pope of American Cuisine" Patrick O'Connell, and a private performance by three-time GRAMMY®-winning legendary musician Bruce Hornsby
DINNER TO TAKE PLACE AT HAMEL FAMILY WINES ON SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2016 WITH NO
EXCEPTIONS. NO REFUNDS.
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California to Canada: An Insider's Adventure of Wine,
Food and Fun on the Slopes
MADRONE VINEYARDS ESTATE
Your extraordinary expedition for four begins at Madrone Vineyards Estate, the oldest
operating winery in Glen Ellen, recently restored to its historic glory under the watchful
eye of the Stewarts, a winegrowing family since the ‘50s that had their first success in the
burgeoning Canadian wine industry. Here, you'll enjoy a VIP winery tour featuring unique
insights into the history of this winery that was founded in the 1880s, and a tasting of
some of its newest, most exciting creations. You'll dine at the estate at a meal hosted by
Winemaker David Marchesi and prepared by Winery Chef Stephanie Gagne who will use her
unrivaled pairing expertise to craft a multi-course experience that highlights the qualities of
these unforgettable wines. You'll also be treated to a private hot air balloon tour where you'll
experience breathtaking sunrise views of one of the most stunning destinations in the world—
Sonoma Valley.
After you've experienced the past, present and future of Sonoma County wines, you're invited
to travel to Madrone Vineyard Estate's sister winery, Quails’ Gate Okanagan Estate Winery in
Kelowna British Columbia. Your two-day stay here includes accommodations at the Stewart
family's luxurious private home on Lake Okanagan, a gorgeous waterfront getaway that
features some of Canada's most inspiring views. You will be the personal guests of the Stewart
family and award-winning Winemaker Nikki Callaway at Quails’ Gate Estate Winery's Old Vines
Restaurant. Your meal will be paired with Quails’ Gate Okanagan Estate Winery wines and
prepared by Roger Sleiman, Winery Chef. After you've discovered the ultimate in Canadian
luxury wine, you're off to Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna, BC, Canada's premier skiing
destination, where you'll have two days of lift tickets for experiencing all the slopes, two days
of equipment rental to ensure you're outfitted for the ultimate experience and a gift certificate
to the Kettle Valley Steakhouse for a hearty meal after a day of taking in all the Big White Ski
Resort has to offer.
Next, you're off to Vancouver, BC, Canada's most cosmopolitan city, for the extraordinary
Vancouver International Food and Wine Festival, an event known around the world as one
of the most informative, exciting and unique tasting opportunities for wine enthusiasts. Your
accommodations at Sutton Place promise European charm, the ultimate in comfort and
unparalleled service. It's a lot that has it all—history, adventure, relaxation and indulgence.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• VIP winery tour and tasting at Madrone Vineyards Estate featuring a unique, behind the scenes glimpse at why this winery has been a Glen Ellen gem for over 150 years
• Winemaker dinner for four at Madrone Vineyards Estate, the oldest operating winery in Glen Ellen, prepared by winery Chef Stephanie Gagne and paired with new releases from Madrone Vineyards Estate
• Serene hot air balloon tour with Morning Glory Balloon Company for breathtaking sunrise views of the Sonoma Valley
• Two nights stay for four at a luxury hotel in Sonoma Valley
• Travel to Madrone Vineyards Estate's sister winery, Quails’ Gate Okanagan Estate Winery in Kelowna British Columbia, for a two-day stay at the Stewart family's luxurious home on Lake Okanagan
• Winemaker dinner for four at Quails’ Gate Okanagan Estate Winery's Old Vines Restaurant, hosted by award-winning Winemaker Nikki Callaway and the Stewart family, and paired with Quails' Gate Okanagan Estate Winery wines
• Two nights' stay for four at Big White Ski Resort in Kelowna, BC, Canada's premier skiing destination
• Two-day lift tickets for four at Big White Ski Resort, perfect for exploring every slope
• Two-day equipment rental for four to ensure you're perfectly outfitted for two days on the slopes
• Dinner at Kettle Valley Steakhouse for a hearty meal after a day of taking in all the activities Big White Ski Resort has to offer
• One-night stay for four at Sutton Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, where you'll indulge in the delights of Canada's most cosmopolitan city
• Four passes to the Vancouver International Food and Wine Festival, February 20-28, 2016, an event known around the world as one of the most informative, exciting and unique tasting opportunities for wine enthusiasts
TWELVE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 Madrone Vineyards Estate Stewart Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 4 BOTTLES
2012 Madrone Vineyards Estate Stewart Family Reserve Old Vine Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley 4 BOTTLES
2014 Madrone Vineyards Estate Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay, Sonoma Valley 4 BOTTLES
AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED. FOR VANCOUVER FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE TRIP MUST TAKE PLACE DURING
FESTIVAL DATES: FEBRUARY 20-28, 2016. OTHER EXPERIENCES TO BE BOOKED ON A MUTUALLY
AGREEABLE DATE.
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An Exhibition of Elegance with the Ladies of
Magnum Force
SVVGA AND SCV MEMBER WINERIES
The lovely ladies of Magnum Force bring their toe-tapping talents to the world stage with the
sole purpose of encouraging you to bid high on their magnificent collection of Magnums.
These are big bottles for a big bidder, and you won't find a finer selection of Sonoma County
wines anywhere else. This lot is one of our top performers, and it has doubled in size since we
first offered it, growing from seventy bottles to over one hundred and fifty-five! You don't want
to miss out—it's THE lot for the serious wine collector.
THE LADIES OF MAGNUM FORCE
Gayle Arrowood (Opes Advisors), Julie Atwood (Atwood Ranch), Renee Bergeron (Summit
State Bank), Eva Bertran (Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards), Vallerie Cohn (B.R. Cohn
Winery), Maureen Cottingham (Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers), Jamie Emery (Emery
Estate Wines), Rebecca Forth (Forth Vineyards), Suzy Fridell (GlenLyon Vineyards &
Winery), Chandra Friese (Des Nudos Vineyards), Terin Ignozzi (BRYTER Estates), Betsy
Karrer (Pasatiempo Vineyard) Deneice Knotts (D. Knotts Accounting/ Tax Services), Nancy
Lily (Tallgrass Ranch), Marjorie MacLeod (MacLeod Family Vineyard), Ramona Nicholson
(Nicholson Ranch), Gail Ross (Ross Vineyard), Taylor Serres (Sonoma Wine Country
Weekend), Bettina Sichel (Laurel Glen Vineyard), Sally Stone (The Fairmont Sonoma Mission
Inn & Spa), Courtney Stornetta (Amorim Cork America, Inc.) Kari Vigeland
(Two Amigos Wines)
CREDITS:
Director of Choreography: Suzy Fridell
Dance Assistant: Nancy Lily
Performance Coach: Squire Fridell
TuTu Wrangler: Greg Moegling, DDS
Sound Engineer: Blair Hardman, Zone Recording, Cotati, California
Official Magnum Force Photographer: Melania Mahoney
Communications: Betsy Karrer
Rehearsal Videographer: Deneice Knotts
Costumes: Chandra Friese and Kari Vigeland Magnum Force Mascot: Kathleen Hill
Special Thanks to Hanna Boys Center (Leslie Petersen/Kris Van Giesen) for the use of their
facilities for our practices!
**Honorary Magnum Force Lady: Lori Miron
**Honorary Magnum Force 2014 Lot Buyers: Lori and Rick Miron
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ONE HUNDRED FIFTY-EIGHT BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 Acorn Winery Heritage Zinfandel, Alegria Vineyards, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2009 Adobe Road Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Beckstoffer GIII, Los Carneros 1 MAGNUM
2010 Alexander Valley Vineyards CYRUS Bordeaux Blend, Alexander Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2009 Amapola Creek Vineyards & Winery Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Ancient Oak Cellars Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Berger, Sonoma Mountain 1 MAGNUM
2009 Annadel Estate Winery Anni's Red Blend, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Arrowood Vineyards & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2012 Attune Wines Pinot Noir, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Attune Wines Estate Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2010 B.R. Cohn Olive Hill Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 2 MAGNUMS
2012 Bacigalupi Vineyards Estate Red Blend, Bacigalupi Vineyards, Russian River Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2012 Balletto Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2012 Balletto Vineyards Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sexton Hill Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2011 Barbed Oak Vineyard Chardonnay, Bennett Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Barbed Oak Vineyard Zara's Block Pinot Noir, Bennett Valley 1 MAGNUM
2009 Bartholomew Park Winery Estate Syrah, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 The Bedrock Heritage Old Vines Red Blend, Judge Family Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Bella Vineyards & Wine Caves Old Vines Zinfandel, Big River Ranch, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Beltane Ranch Estate Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Beltane Ranch Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Benovia Winery La Pommeraie Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Benovia Winery Pinot Noir, Tilton Hill, Russian River Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2012 Benziger Family Winery Tribute Estate Red Blend, Sonoma Mountain 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2011 Benziger Family Winery Signaterra Three Blocks Red Blend, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 BRYTER Estates Cadeau Pinot Noir, Sun Chase Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 Buena Vista Winery Ida's Selection Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 Buena Vista Winery Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2012 Canihan Family Exuberant Syrah, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2010 Cenyth Red Blend, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2012 Chalk Hill Vineyards & Winery Estate Red Blend, Chalk Hill 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2011 Chateau St. Jean Cinq Cépages Bordeaux Blend, Sonoma County 2 SIGNED MAGNUMS
2011 Chateau St. Jean Cinq Cépages Bordeaux Blend, Sonoma County 2 MAGNUMS
2006 Christopher Creek Cabernet Sauvignon, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2007 Clarbec Cabernet Sauvignon, Glen Oaks Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Cline Cellars Estate Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2011 Clos du Bois Marlstone Red Blend, Alexander Valley 6 MAGNUMS
2003 Collier Falls Hillside Estate Reserve Zinfandel, Collier Falls, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Corner 103 Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Davis Bynum Jane's Vineyard Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
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2006 Deerfield Ranch Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2011 DeLoach Vineyards Pinot Noir, Maboroshi Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 DeLoach Vineyards Forgotten Vines Zinfandel, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2012 DeLorimier Winery Zinfandel, Luigi Vineyard, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2005 Dry Creek Vineyard Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Endeavour Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Dutcher Crossing Winery Proprietor's Reserve Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Dutton-Goldfield Winery Pinot Noir, McDougall Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 Emeritus Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir, William Wesley, Sonoma Coast 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2009 Enkidu Wine Pinot Noir, Tina Marie Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2012 Fog Crest Vineyard Estate Pinot Noir, Fog Crest Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Folie á Deux Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2 MAGNUMS
2003 Foppiano Vineyards Reserve Petite Sirah, Russian River Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2012 Francis Ford Coppola Winery Director's Cut Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery Single Vineyard Chardonnay, Bacigalupi Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1
SIGNED MAGNUM
2014 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Squire's Toast Red Blend, GlenLyon Vineyards, Sonoma Valley 1 ETCHED MAGNUM
2013 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Estate Syrah, GlenLyon Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
NV Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Sonoma Brut, Sonoma County 4 MAGNUMS
2011 Goldschmidt Vineyards Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Yoeman Vineyard, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Gundlach-Bundschu Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2010 Gustafson Family Vineyards Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Watchtower Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Hanna Winery & Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Hanzell Vineyards Estate Chardonnay, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM IN WOODEN BOX
2012 Hartford Family Winery Pinot Noir, Fog Dance, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2008 Imagery Estate Winery Pallas Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2010 Imagery Estate Winery Pallas Estate Red Blend, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Inspiration Vineyards and Winery Old Vines Zinfandel, Inspiration Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Inspiration Vineyards and Winery Reserve Chardonnay, Inspiration Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 J. Rickards Winery Five Sisters Blend Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2006 Jordan Vineyard & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Joseph Jewell Pinot Noir, Shiloh Hill Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Kanzler Vineyards Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2012 Kelley & Young Wines Single Vineyard Malbec, Robert Young, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Kokomo Winery Zinfandel, Pauline's Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Kunde Family Winery Reserve Zinfandel, Century Vines, Sonoma Valley 1 ETCHED MAGNUM
2007 Lambert Bridge Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2010 Lancaster Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
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2012 Landmark Vineyards Damaris Reserve Chardonnay, Sangiacomo/Flocchini, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 Laurel Glen Vineyard Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Mountain 1 MAGNUM
2012 Laurel Glen Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Mountain 1 MAGNUM
2012 Little Vineyards Family Winery Band Blend Red Blend, Sonoma County 1 HAND-ETCHED MAGNUM
2009 Longboard Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Redgrave Vineyard, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2006 MacPhail Family Wines Pinot Noir, Goodin Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 MacRostie Winery and Vineyards Pinot Noir, Wildcat Mountain Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2013 MacRostie Winery and Vineyards Pinot Noir, Wildcat Mountain, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 Mauritson Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Rockpile Ridge Vineyard, Rockpile 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2011 Mayo Family Winery Blanc de Blancs, Laurel Hill Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Merisi Wines Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Migration Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Murphy-Goode Winery Liar's Dice Zinfandel, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2009 Muscardini Cellars Tesoro Red Blend, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Mutt Lynch Winery mbf Zinfandel, Peroti Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Papapietro Perry Winery Pinot Noir, Leras Family Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 MAGNUMS
2012 Paradise Ridge Winery Barrel Select Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Rockpile Vineyard, Rockpile 1 MAGNUM
2010 Paradise Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon, Monte Rosso Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2010 Parmelee-Hill Wines Chardonnay, Parmelee-Hill Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Patz & Hall Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Chenoweth Ranch , Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Paul Hobbs Wines Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir, Katherine Lindsay Estate, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Pedroncelli Winery Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 3 Vineyards, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2010 Pride Mountain Vineyards Vintner Select Merlot, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM IN WOODEN BOX
2013 Quivira Vineyards Black Boar Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2012 R2 Wine Company Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2012 Ramey Wine Cellars Chardonnay, Ritchie Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2006 Ravenswood Icon Native Red Blend Heritage Red Blend, Sonoma County 1 ETCHED MAGNUM
2002 Ravenswood Single Vineyard Zinfandel, Old Hill Ranch, Sonoma Valley 1 ETCHED MAGNUM
1999 Ravenswood ICON Red Blend, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2012 Robert Young Estate Winery Scion Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Robert Young Estate Winery Estate Chardonnay, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Symmetry Reserve Bordeaux Blend, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Rued Winery Estate Zinfandel, Rued Vineyards, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Sbragia Family Vineyards Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Monte Rosso, Moon Mountain District 1 MAGNUM
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2011 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Red Blend, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Pinot Noir, Los Carneros 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2013 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Chardonnay, Los Carneros 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2007 Silver Oak Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Sojourn Cellars Chardonnay, Sangiacomo Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 St. Anne's Crossing Winery Reserve Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Old Vines Zinfandel, Sonoma County 1 ETCHED MAGNUM
2013 Stephen & Walker Petite Sirah, Dry Creek Valley 2 MAGNUMS
2012 Stryker Sonoma Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM IN WOODEN BOX
2012 Talisman Wines Pinot Noir, Wildcat Mountain Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 SIGNED MAGNUM
2012 Thomas George Estates Estate Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2013 Three Sticks Wines Pinot Noir, Durell Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 Trinité Estate Acaibo Red Blend, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2013 Trione Vineyards and Winery Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Trombetta Family Wines Pinot Noir, Gap's Crown Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2014 Two Amigos Winery Tirare Il Dito Red Blend, GlenLyon Vineyards, Sonoma Valley 1 ETCHED MAGNUM
2010 Viansa Cabernet Sauvignon, Emery Ranch, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
2011 Viluko Vineyards Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2012 WALT Wines Pinot Noir, Gap's Crown, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2006 Wattle Creek Winery Vintage Select Shiraz Estate Shiraz, Alexander Valley 1 MAGNUM
2007 Westerhold Family Vineyards Estate Syrah, Bennett Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Wilson of Dry Creek Reserve Zinfandel, Treborce, Dry Creek Valley 1 MAGNUM
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Be Swept Off Your Feet in Sonoma with Special Host
Kathryn Walt Hall
WALT WINES, BEAU WINE TOURS
If it's an epicurean escape you seek, then get ready to bid on a lot that promises to impress
your palate and answer your desire for ultimate luxury. Two couples will fly to the Bay Area to
spend two nights at the lovely Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa which not only
offers deluxe accommodations, two pools and the radiant Raindance Spa, but is located a
stone's throw from some of Sonoma's most unique shops, restaurants and tasting rooms.
Your private car will whisk you to WALT's charming, art-filled tasting room for a VIP blending
session with Winemaker Megan Gunderson, who will offer you a glimpse into her winemaking
processes while showing you how to create your own masterful blend.
You'll join your hostess Kathryn Hall, owner of WALT in Sonoma and HALL Napa Valley, for
a Sonoma County-style luncheon for twenty-four guests, expertly prepared by the girl + the
fig, and featuring rare and award-winning Pinot Noirs perfectly paired with a rich assortment
of local, seasonal fare. You'll even be treated to an immersive Rutherford Appellation
Experience that includes a private tour and tasting experience, where you'll discover firsthand what makes this singular region so special. Plus, you'll enjoy a boxed lunch from
TraVigne on the HALL Winery patio surrounded by world-famous architecture and inspiring
works of art. It's an all-encompassing taste experience that will sweep your senses away at
every turn.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Two nights' deluxe accommodations for two couples at The Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa in the Sonoma Valley
• VIP blending session with WALT Winemaker Megan Gunderson
• Farm-to-table luncheon catered by the girl & the fig for twenty-four guests at WALT with appearance by Kathryn Walt Hall, former US Ambassador to Austria
• Boxed lunch by TraVigne on HALL Rutherford patio for four
• Unique Rutherford Appellation Exploration experience, including a private tour and tasting of wines from this singular winegrowing region
• Private HALLmark tour and sit-down tasting at HALL St. Helena
• Round-trip transportation for four to HALL for private wine tasting activities for both days
• Round trip airfare for two from Continental US to the Bay Area
FIVE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2013 WALT Wines Gap's Crown Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 3-LITER
2013 WALT Wines Gap's Crown Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2013 WALT Wines Gap's Crown Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 BOTTLE
2013 WALT Wines Rita's Crown Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 BOTTLE
2013 WALT Wines The Corner's Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 BOTTLE
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From Seductive Sonoma County to Stunning
Santa Barbara
FOLEY FOOD & WINE SOCIETY
Your epicurean adventure for four begins in Sonoma County where you'll experience some of
the most stunning, untouched wine destinations in Sonoma County. Guests will discover each
of Foley Estates' highly acclaimed family-owned wineries, enjoy exclusive tastings, revel in the
spectacular views and enjoy an exquisite lunch.
You'll begin at the elegant, iconic Chalk Hill Estate, one of Sonoma County’s benchmark
producers. Relax with a flight of four estate wines while taking in the beautiful scenery and
enjoy a bottle of Chalk Hill Estate Chardonnay. Continue the journey at Roth Estate, a winery
committed to crafting exceptional wines grown in the Alexander Valley AVA and Sonoma
Coast AVA vineyards. Here, you’ll taste a flight of four wines, savor a delightful lunch out
on the patio, and enjoy a bottle of Roth Estate Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. The final Sonoma
County stop is just down the road at the stunning Lancaster Estate. Indulge in a flight of four
estate wines with a tour of Lancaster's naturally cooling wine caves, and enjoy a bottle of the
Sophia’s Hillside Cuvée. For the finale to your Sonoma County sojourn, join Proprietors Bill
and Carol Foley for a magical evening in their beautiful new Sonoma County jewel, The Cave
at Roth Estate, for an evening that begins with a hors d’oeuvre reception on the outdoor patio
as the sun sets. As night falls, you're invited inside to explore the fabulous new underground
cave, where you'll wind your way through the barrel cellar while enjoying the unique
opportunity to sample future vintages right from the barrel. Enter the Center Stage for dinner,
where Estate Executive Chef Ryan Freebern will indulge your senses and delight your taste
buds with a seasonal five-course dinner. Each course will be impeccably paired with selected
bottlings from the cellars of Bill and Carol’s finest wineries: Merus, Kuleto, ALTVS, Chalk Hill
and Roth Estate. Your overnight accommodations at Healdsburg's Hotel Les Mars promise
luxury unparalleled in Sonoma County.
After your amazing sojourn in Sonoma County, you’re off to your second destination, the
magnificent Bacara Resort & Spa, Santa Barbara’s only oceanfront resort. Plus, you'll escape
for a day to experience some of the most inspiring destinations on the Central Coast. You'll
begin your day at Foley Estate in the celebrated Santa Rita Hills region of the Central Coast,
located on the Rancho Santa Rosa property. Built in 2005, this stunning, 3,500 square-foot
hospitality center offers a stylish, relaxed atmosphere with gorgeous views of the neighboring
mountain ranges, coastal oaks and rolling vineyards. Meet Winemaker Lorna Krutz and enjoy
an intimate winery tour and private tasting of four flagship wines, and enjoy a bottle of Foley
T Anchor Ranch Pinot Noir. Then head to Lincourt, in the heart of Los Olivos’ equestrian
epicenter. Established in 1996, and named after their two daughters Lindsay and Courtney,
this beauty is surrounded by California pepper trees and overlooks the Alamo Pintado
Vineyard. Enjoy a private tasting flight of four wines, and finish your experience with a gourmet
picnic lunch overlooking the expansive lawn, gardens and picnic grounds—the perfect spot to
spend a leisurely day with family, friends and a bottle of wine.
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In the heart of Santa Ynez Valley and surrounded by vineyards, your next tasting experience
will include an estate tour and tasting at Firestone Vineyards. You will discover the Firestone
family’s pioneering heritage archive photos and historic artifacts that chart their turn-of-thecentury tire innovations to the establishment of Santa Barbara County’s first estate winery in
1972. You'll celebrate your good fortune at a private finale dinner at the Foley Food & Wine
Society Tasting Room at Bacara, paired with select wines from the Foley Estates portfolio.
Two unforgettable destinations, filled with once-in-a-lifetime food and wine experiences?
Yes, please.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Two nights' stay for four at the extraordinary Hotel Les Mars, a luxury boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Healdsburg
• Private tour and flight of four estate wines for four, plus a bottle of Chalk Hill Estate Chardonnay, at Chalk Hill Estate, a benchmark Sonoma County winery
• Private tour and flight of four wines at the stunning Roth Estate in the heart of the Alexander AVA
• Al fresco gourmet lunch for four at Roth Estate served on the patio and paired with Roth Estate Sonoma County Pinot Noir
• Private wine cave tour and flight of four wines for four at Lancaster Estate and a bottle of Lancaster Estate Sophia Hillside Cuvée
• Private dinner for four with Proprietors Bill and Carol Foley at The Cave at Roth Estate, with an hors d'oeuvre reception, barrel tasting and a multi-course meal prepared by winery Chef Ryan Freebern and paired with select estate bottlings
• Two nights' stay for four at Santa Barbara's ultimate luxury beachside destination, Bacara Resort & Spa
• Private tour and tasting of four flagship wines for four at Foley Estate in the Santa Rita Hills, hosted by Winemaker Lorna Krutz, along with a bottle of Foley T Anchor Ranch Pinot Noir
• Private tour and flight of four wines for four at Lincourt Vineyards in the heart of Los Olivos
• Al fresco seasonal lunch for four overlooking the expansive lawn and gardens at Lincourt Vineyards
• Private tour and tasting at Firestone Vineyards & Winery in the Santa Ynez Valley
• Intimate dinner experience for four at the Bacara Resort & Spa
• Private, finale dinner at the Foley Food & Wine Society Tasting Room at the Bacara Resort
& Spa, paired with select wines from the Foley Estates portfolio
TWELVE BOTTLE COLLECTION FOR EACH COUPLE:
Mixed cellar lot of bottles from the wineries included in this experience 12 BOTTLES
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Wine & Song: A Private Island Escape with a
Rock Legend
BENOVIA WINERY
Your unforgettable journey to Useppa Island sets sail from Florida's scenic Gulf Harbor
Yacht Club on a free-flowing sparkling wine cruise hosted by AC/DC Bassist Cliff Williams
and his wife Georganne Williams. You'll experience firsthand what it's like to travel like
a true rock star aboard a luxury 70-foot custom-designed Marlow Yacht, a distinctive
raised pilothouse yacht designed to cross oceans and cruise the islands in unparalleled
comfort and splendor.
You'll arrive at Useppa Island completely refreshed and ready to indulge in all of the
exclusive charms of this private island club. It's a hidden oasis known for relaxed hospitality,
fine dining, stunning scenery, warm waters and an array of enticing activities from croquet
to kayaking.
Your overnight accommodations rival the world's finest inns, offering you the opportunity to
be pampered in a setting that captures the southern charms of old-fashioned Florida. Each
couple will also receive a beautiful, custom-designed piece of jewelry from Florida's own
Mark Loren Designs, an international award-winning jewelry design studio. This keepsake
piece will serve as a sparkling reminder of your Florida getaway to a destination quite
unlike any other.
LOT INCLUDES:
• A luxury sparkling wine cruise for three couples from scenic Gulf Harbor to private Useppa Island aboard a new 70-foot custom-designed Marlow yacht, hosted by AC/DC Bassist, Cliff Williams and his wife Georganne Williams
• Luxurious overnight accommodations for three couples on Useppa Island in a one-of-a-
kind inn that captures the unique design of old-fashioned Florida
• One Mark Loren Designs exclusive custom-designed piece of jewelry for each couple
ONE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2010 Benovia Winery Martaella Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 3-LITER
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Dinner with Merry and Her Friends
MERRY EDWARDS WINERY, DUSKIE ESTES & JOHN STEWART OF
ZAZU KITCHEN + FARM
Merry Edwards wines are coveted by collectors throughout the world, and this lot invites four
couples for a never-before, never-again glimpse into the inner workings of this classic winery.
You'll spend three luxurious nights at the brand new Merry Edwards Winery guesthouse in the
redwood-shaded enclave of Forestville, where you'll refresh each evening with a fine selection
of the 2013 James Beard Award winner’s critically acclaimed wines and freshly pressed olive
oil from the winery's 100-year-old trees. You'll awaken to fresh-baked bread and eggs from
Merry's henhouse, and We Be Jammin’ homegrown fruit jam, handmade by her husband and
partner Ken Coopersmith.
Join Merry and Ken and their iconic Russian River Valley winemaking friends Rod Berglund
from Joseph Swan Winery, Bob Cabral from Three Sticks Winery and Zelma Long from Zelphi
Wines for a private wine dinner perfectly paired with a carefully curated collection of Merry
Edwards rare and library wines—prepared by none other than celebrity Chefs Duskie Estes
and John Stewart and the zazu kitchen + farm team. Here, you'll have the chance to learn
everything about Merry's incredible career as not only a top woman winemaker but as one
of California's most revered winemakers, period. Plus, you'll enjoy an exclusive behind-thescenes tour and tasting at Merry Edwards Winery and indulge in an array of wines you simply
won't find anywhere else. Be sure to check your mail when you get home—the winner will be
immediately added to the ultra-exclusive Merry Edwards Winery allocation mailing list for first
access to some of this winery's most sought-after wines.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Private wine dinner for eight with hosts Merry Edwards and Ken Coopersmith, and their friends Rod Berglund from Joseph Swan Winery, Bob Cabral from Three Sticks Winery and Zelma Long from Zelphi Wines and featuring rare and library Merry Edwards bottlings
perfectly paired with seasonal cuisine crafted by celebrity Chefs Duskie Estes and John Stewart of zazu kitchen + farm
• Three nights of luxury accommodations at the new Merry Edwards Winery deluxe guesthouse in Forestville for up to four couples
• The guesthouse will be stocked with Merry Edwards Winery wines and olive oil from the winery's 100 year-old olive trees
• Farm-fresh breakfasts including eggs from Merry's henhouse and Ken's We Be Jammin' homemade jam
• VIP behind-the-scenes tour and tasting at Merry Edwards Winery in the Russian River Valley
• Immediate access to the ultra-exclusive Merry Edwards Winery allocation mailing list
SIX BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2011 Merry Edwards Winery Chardonnay, Olivet Lane Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 SIGNED 3-LITER
2011 Merry Edwards Winery Pinot Noir, Olivet Lane Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 SIGNED 3-LITER
TRIP, ACCOMMODATIONS AND DINNER TO TAKE PLACE ON WEEKEND OF MARCH 4-5, 2016.
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A Journey Like No Other: Dry Creek Valley to
Exotic India
DUTCHER CROSSING WINERY
Your unforgettable adventure for two starts right here in Sonoma County, where Debra Mathy,
Proprietor of Dutcher Crossing Winery pulls out all the stops to ensure that you experience
everything that makes the Dry Creek Valley a first-rate wine and food destination. You'll call
the extravagant Dutcher Crossing Winery Estate House home for five magnificent nights, and
it's a restful retreat where you'll refresh after each day's exciting events. You'll enjoy a VIP
private tour of Dutcher Crossing Winery, as well as a behind-the-scenes barrel tasting of the
newest and most innovative additions to the Dutcher Crossing Winery portfolio. Your dinner
with Debra Mathy finds you at one of Sonoma County's hottest new restaurants, Valette, one
of Debra's favorite culinary destinations. You'll also spend a day in one of Sonoma County's
most revered vineyards on an insider's tour of Palmeri Vineyard with Dutcher Crossing Winery
Winemaker Kerry Damskey before you sit down for an India-inspired meal paired with wines
from Dutcher Crossing Winery, Palmeri Wines and India's own Sula Vineyards. Next, you're
heading to the Sonoma Coast with Drew Damskey, author of Drew Wine Review (and Kerry
Damskey's son), for an outing at everyone's favorite coastal stopover, Hog Island Oyster Co.,
where you'll experience one of Sonoma County's most sought-after cuisines—our amazing
local oysters. He'll also be your dinner host at Bodega Bay Lodge & Spa's Duck Club, known
for its farm-to-table fare, where you'll feast on foods perfectly paired with Dutcher Crossing
Winery wines.
Now that you've discovered the Dry Creek Valley (and beyond), escape to India with Kerry
Damskey, where exotic adventures and divine wines await! Your first night finds you in
Mumbai at the ultra-plush Taj Mahal Palace hotel, a waterfront destination built in 1903 that
features sweeping views of the Gateway to India. Your luxury transportation will whisk you
away to Sula Vineyards in Nashik, Maharashtra, India, where you'll revel in a three-night resort
experience at Beyond by Sula at Sula Vineyards, an award-winning getaway featuring a spa,
gourmet meals and an exotic atmosphere. This lot promises an extravagant adventure unlike
any other for the bidder who craves the extraordinary.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Five-night, six-day luxury stay for two in the Dry Creek Valley at the Dutcher Crossing Winery Estate House
• VIP private tour and tasting at Dutcher Crossing Winery featuring rare and library wines
• VIP behind-the-scenes barrel tasting of the newest and most innovative additions to the Dutcher Crossing Winery portfolio
• Dine with Debra Mathy, Proprietor of Dutcher Crossing Winery, at Valette in Healdsburg, Mathy's favorite restaurant and one of Sonoma County's finest culinary destinations
• Insider's tour of Palmeri Vineyard with Dutcher Crossing Winery Winemaker Kerry Damskey
• Indian cuisine-centric Winemaker Dinner with Kerry Damskey at Dutcher Crossing Winery Estate House with wines from Sula Vineyards, Palmeri Wines and Dutcher Crossing Winery
• Spend the day with Drew Damskey, author of Drew Wine Review
(and Kerry Damskey's son), at Hog Island Oyster Co.
• Dinner with Drew Damskey at the Duck Club Restaurant in Bodega Bay paired with Dutcher Crossing Winery wines
• Luxurious first night accommodations for two at the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, India, a waterfront deluxe hotel built in 1903 with sweeping views of the Gateway to India
• Private deluxe transportation to Sula Vineyards in Nashik, Maharashtra, India
• Three-night resort experience at Beyond by Sula at Sula Vineyards, an award-winning getaway featuring a spa, gourmet meals and an exotic atmosphere
AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED. DATES TO BE MUTUALLY AGREED UPON. INDIA STAY MUST COORDINATE
WITH KERRY DAMSKEY'S TIME IN INDIA.
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A Taste of Perfection
VÉRITÉ WINERY
Spend an elegant evening at Vérité Winery, located in the picturesque Chalk Hill appellation
in Sonoma County, where you'll savor an intimate dinner for six people prepared by a private
estate chef, with each course paired with exclusive library vintages of 100-point Vérité
wines. During the dinner, you will have the opportunity to experience true Sonoma County
Bordeaux from Vigneron Pierre Seillan. The wines of Vérité Winery, French for “truth,”
result from a confluence of Old World experience and New World fruit. Each is an amalgam
of distinct components harvested from small vineyard blocks, resulting in a carefully
considered convergence of grape varieties, climate, soil expression and winemaking
technique. Vigneron Pierre Seillan refers to this conjunction as droit du sol, “right of the soil.”
To complete the perfect evening, the winning bidder will take home the Vérité “Great 8”, a
collection of each Vérité Winery 100-point wine in a selection of large format sizes.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Intimate dinner for six prepared by a private estate chef at the Vérité Winery paired with a library collection of Vérité wines.
EIGHT BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2001 Vérité Winery La Muse 1 MAGNUM
2005 Vérité Winery La Joie 1 MAGNUM
2005 Vérité Winery Le Désir 1 MAGNUM
2008 Vérité Winery La Muse 1 MAGNUM
2008 Vérité Winery Le Désir 1 MAGNUM
2007 Vérité Winery La Muse 1 3-LITER
2007 Vérité Winery La Joie 1 3-LITER
2007 Vérité Winery Le Désir 1 3-LITER
DINNER TO BE REDEEMED ON A MUTUALLY AGREEABLE DATE PRIOR TO JUNE 2017. DATES TO BE
DETERMINED BY JUNE 2016.
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A Once-in-a-Lifetime French Escape with Legendary
Host Jean-Charles Boisset
BOISSET COLLECTION, BUENA VISTA WINERY, DELOACH VINEYARDS
Join Jean-Charles Boisset, Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Honorary Co-Chair, for an overthe-top experience that promises to be a Francophile's dream come true. You and three
guests will arrive in Paris and settle in at the iconic Le Meurice in the heart of Paris, the oldest
luxury palace in the city, located steps from Le Louvre and right in front of The Tuileries
Garden. Savor dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant, and then feast your eyes on the most
avant-garde, playful, chic and undeniably erotic cabaret in Paris at the acclaimed Crazy Horse
(which fully lives up to its reputation).
The next day, a chauffeured car will escort you to the birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
in Burgundy, France. While in Burgundy, you’ll spend three days and nights experiencing
the best that the Cotes d’Or has to offer, including private tours and tastings with the Boisset
Family to the esteemed properties within the Boisset Collection of fine wines including
Domaine de la Vougeraie, Bouchard Aine & Fils, Ropiteau Frères and Jean-Claude Boisset.
You’ll also attend the exclusive black tie induction dinner for the Brotherhood of Burgundy
at the iconic, historical Clos du Vougeot. You’ll savor the creations of three-star Michelin
restaurants, and recharge in your five-star accommodations at the famed Relais & Chateaux
Hotel Levernois in Beaune.
On your way back to Paris, you’ll stop for a day at the famous racetrack of Circuit DijonPrenois, known for its undulating track with fast, sweeping bends, to take part in your own
“fast, French and furious” go-cart racetrack experience. From Dijon, you’ll take the TGV highspeed rail direct to Paris. Travelling at speeds up to 320 km/h you’ll view the breathtaking
French landscape as you’re whisked to Paris Gare de Lyon. Once back in Paris, and before
you depart back to the US, you’ll have the opportunity to have your very own private tour
of the Palace of Versailles, the world’s most luxurious palace built by Louis XIV. Wander the
famous gardens, take in the breathtaking Hall of Mirrors and escape to Marie-Antoinette’s
hamlet, all on your own exclusive private glimpse of this magical locale. It's a truly memorable
experience hosted by the Boisset Family.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Five-day, six-night, once-in-a-lifetime experience in France for two couples
• First night accommodations at the iconic Le Meurice in Paris, the oldest luxury palace in the city, located steps from Le Louvre and right in front of The Tuileries Garden
• Gourmet dining experience at a Michelin-starred restaurant in the heart of Paris
• Tickets to the most avant-garde, playful, chic and undeniably erotic Cabaret in Paris at the
acclaimed Crazy Horse
• Chauffeured luxury car to the birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in
Burgundy, France
• Three days and nights in Burgundy experiencing intimate, personalized tours and VIP tastings at the esteemed properties within the Boisset Collection with your host
Jean-Charles Boisset and the Boisset Family
• Unforgettable meals at three Michelin-starred restaurants in Burgundy, France
• Four-night luxury accommodations in Beaune at the Relais & Chateaux Hotel Levernois
• Black tie induction dinner for the Brotherhood of Burgundy at Clos du Vougeot
• An afternoon at Circuit Dijon-Prenois to take part in your own “fast, French and furious” go-cart racetrack experience
• High-speed rail direct to Paris, France
• Private tour of the Palace of Versailles, the world’s most luxurious palace built by
Louis XIV
FIFTEEN BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 JCB No. 3 Pinot Noir 1 3-LITER
2012 Buena Vista Winery Private Reserve Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
2012 DeLoach Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2007 Domaine de la Vougeraie Vougeot 1er Cru Clos Blanc de Vougeot 2 BOTTLES
2011 Bouchard Aine de Fils Beaune 1er Cru Clos du Roi Red Blend 2 BOTTLES
2012 Jean-Claude Boisset Clos de La Roche Grand Cru Pinot Noir 2 BOTTLES
2012 Buena Vista Winery Aristocrat Red Blend, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2012 Buena Vista Winery Founders Red Blend, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2014 DeLoach Vineyards La Bienvenue Estate Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2014 DeLoach Vineyards Les Parcelles Cachees Estate Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
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Spain Like You've Never Seen It Before with the
Ferrer Family
GLORIA FERRER CAVES & VINEYARDS
Join the Ferrer family for a personalized, once-in-a-lifetime expedition for two down the El
Camino de Santiago, one of the world's most popular and well-traveled hiking, biking and
driving paths with your hosts the Ferrer family. Discover why travelers have flocked to this
fascinating trail for centuries as you embark on a five-day trek by bike, hike or car through
an array of rustic towns, each with its own unique restaurants, inns, scenic views and
fascinating sights. After a free day in Barcelona to see the sights, you'll embark on your
journey, which will find you visiting up to four wineries for ultra-exclusive VIP tours, tastings
and lunches in the Ribera del Duero, Penedès and Rias Biaxas wine regions. Once you’re
satisfied with the ultimate in Spanish wine and foods, you'll head out on the El Camino de
Santiago for the traditional Santiago de Compostela spiritual pilgrimage. You'll pass through
the Rioja and Rueda regions, known for their wines, with a final stop in Galicia before
heading back to Barcelona by high-speed train.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Once-in-a-lifetime trip for two to Spain, where you'll travel with industry icons, the
Ferrer family
• Exclusive insider tours of up to four classic Spanish wineries in the Ribera del Duero, Penedès, Rias Baixas with private experiences, tastings, lunches and surprises too numerous to mention
• Customized Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage with hiking, biking or driving on the El Camino de Santiago trail for five days
• Luxury accommodations for two nights in the heart of Barcelona in a hotel hand-picked by the Ferrer family
NV Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Blanc de Noirs, Los Carneros 1 3-LITER
NV Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Sonoma Brut Sonoma County 1 3-LITER
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For the Love of Italy: A Dream Getaway with the
Seghesio Family
SEGHESIO FAMILY VINEYARDS
In celebration of its 120th anniversary in Sonoma County, Seghesio Family Vineyards is
delighted to offer four people the rare opportunity to visit the Seghesio family's ancestral home
in Montforte d'Alba, an enchanting town of Roman origin in the heart of Italy's Piedmont
region. Named one of the "Best Small Towns in Italy" by the prestigious Touring Club Italiano,
Montforte d'Alba, in the hilly Langhe region, is the home of Fratelli Seghesio, the renowned
producer of Barolo and other Piedmont wines operated by the cousins of Seghesio's very
own Winemaker Ted Seghesio. You'll immerse yourself in the food, wine and culture of this
quintessential Italian village, strolling through the narrow, charming streets and historic piazza
with its medieval castle, outdoor amphitheater and ancient bell tower. Known for its bounty
of local products—particularly Barolo DOCG wines, white truffles of Alba and PGI Piedmont
hazelnuts—Montforte d'Alba is home to many fine, family-owned restaurants, including three
that are Michelin-rated.
Capping off what is sure to be an unforgettable trip is an exclusive visit to Fratelli Seghesio,
Seghesio Family Vineyards "cousin" winery located on the eastern side of the village. In this
intimate setting with stunning views of the Piedmont countryside, you'll enjoy this small
winery's signature Barolo, Barbera d'Alba, Nebbiolo and Dolcetto d'Alba wines as you are
regaled with stories about the 'Old World' Seghesio family's parallel journey through wine.
Seghesio's in-house Concierge, an expert travel advisor who will customize your vacation
with suggestions for accommodations, restaurants and activities, will facilitate your eight-day,
seven-night trip. While there is plenty to do in Montforte d'Alba and the surrounding area,
should you choose to visit other regions of Italy during your stay, your Concierge is happy to
offer additional recommendations for the destinations of your choice.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Eight-day, seven-night experience for four people in the Seghesio family's ancestral home in Montforte d'Alba, Italy with luxury accommodations
• Exclusive visit to Fratelli Seghesio, Seghesio Family Vineyards’ "cousin" winery
• Access to the Seghesio family's private Concierge, a travel expert who will work with you to customize accommodations, activities and excursions to your liking
• Visit and tasting for four people at Fratelli Seghesio in Montforte d'Alba
• Stipend for meals and ground transportation provided
• Personal meet-and-greet in Italy with the Seghesio family's cousins
• Sonoma County send-off dinner for four hosted by Seghesio family member
• Round trip airfare between any U.S. city and Italy for four people
FORTY-EIGHT BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2014 Seghesio Family Vineyards Pinot Grigio, Russian River Valley 4 BOTTLES
2014 Seghesio Family Vineyards Vermentino, Russian River Valley 4 BOTTLES
2014 Seghesio Family Vineyards Arneis, Russian River Valley 4 BOTTLES
2012 Seghesio Family Vineyards Sangiovese, Alexander Valley 4 BOTTLES
2013 Seghesio Family Vineyards Barbera, Alexander Valley 4 BOTTLES
2007 Seghesio Family Vineyards Aglianico, Alexander Valley 4 BOTTLES
2011 Seghesio Family Vineyards Venom, Rattlesnake Hill, Alexander Valley 4 BOTTLES
2010 Seghesio Family Vineyards Defiant Red Blend, Alexander Valley 4 BOTTLES
2011 Seghesio Family Vineyards Sangiovese, Chianti Station, Alexander Valley 4 BOTTLES
2013 Seghesio Family Vineyards Home Ranch Zinfandel, Alexander Valley 3 BOTTLES
2012 Seghesio Family Vineyards Old Vine Zinfandel, Sonoma County 3 BOTTLES
2012 Seghesio Family Vineyards Cortina Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 3 BOTTLES
2013 Seghesio Family Vineyards Rockpile Zinfandel, Rockpile 3 BOTTLES
LOT MUST BE REDEEMED BETWEEN OCTOBER 2015 AND JUNE 2016 AIRFARE NOT TO EXCEED
$7,000. STIPEND OF $250/DAY FOR MEALS AND $1,000 FOR GROUND TRANSPORTATION INCLUDED.
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The Wonders of the West with Williams Selyem
WILLIAMS SELYEM
Three thrilling destinations await a lucky bidder on this ultra-luxurious tour of the west.
Roaring Fork Valley, Colorado
A romantic retreat for two, this excursion to Roaring Fork Club in Colorado is the epitome of
hedonism. Begin your weekend stay in a one bedroom luxury suite with an in-room couple’s
massage and Williams Selyem 2010 Blanc de Noir Sparkling Wine. For the pleasure-seeking
couple, included is an 18-hole round of golf at Roaring Fork’s own Jack Nicklaus Signature
course, known for its stunning rugged mountain views and natural landscape. The course
winds through wetlands and open meadows illuminated by dramatic morning sunrises and
evening sunsets. Getting your feet wet fly fishing is on the program, where beginners and
experts alike can cast a line right there at the Roaring Fork River. Revel in a curated Williams
Selyem wine-paired dinner at the highly acclaimed Lodge Restaurant, known for its organic
and locally sourced ingredients. Williams Selyem will send you a magnum of each of the
wines poured during your meal, including the distinguished 2007 Williams Selyem Litton
Estate Pinot Noir.
Union Square, San Francisco, California
From Colorado, travel west to the Golden State for a culinary tour of the North Bay for two
couples. You'll arrive in San Francisco to be wined and dined at the Mystic Hotel by Charlie
Palmer. Enjoy dinner at Burritt Room and Tavern with wines hand-picked by Jeff Mangahas,
Winemaker of Williams Selyem, to complement Charlie Palmer’s progressive American
Cuisine. Burritt Room and Tavern (aptly named after Burritt Alley of the Maltese Falcon)
demonstrates its chops by sourcing the finest local ingredients and preparing dishes with
Chef Palmer’s creative cooking spirit. Arrive early and savor Prohibition-era spirits amid soft
red velvet stools and sofas. As a keepsake, both couples will take home a magnum of each
wine poured during the meal including Jeff’s much-loved 2010 Precious Mountain Vineyard
Pinot Noir.
Healdsburg, Sonoma County, California
North of San Francisco in the Middle Reach of Russian River Valley is Williams Selyem
Estate Winery. You'll enjoy luxury accommodations for two nights at the Williams Selyem
Estate Farmhouse. Included is a tour and tasting at the winery, and immediate access to
the ultra-exclusive Williams Selyem Mailing List with an allocation for the next release. Chef
Dustin Valette, former Executive Chef to Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen, will host a
unique dining experience at his eponymous Valette, the newest restaurant to Healdsburg’s
downtown square. Valette is a restaurant born from two brothers' lifelong dreams of creating
an unforgettable dining experience in their hometown. Experts in pairing local farmers,
winemakers and artisans together, these brothers will showcase a meal that will initiate any
visitor into becoming a Sonoma County locavore. To complete this Wine Country experience,
both couples will take home a magnum of each wine poured during the meal, including a
vertical set of 2006-2008 Rochioli Riverblock Pinot Noir.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Two-night stay for two in a one-bedroom suite at exclusive Roaring Fork Club, Colorado
• 18-hole golf for two plus golf cart at the Roaring Fork Club's challenging and beautiful Jack Nicklaus Signature course
• Guided fly fishing excursion for two on the Roaring Fork River
• In-room massage for two to relax and unwind after your outdoor adventures
• Wine-paired dinner for two at the Lodge Restaurant featuring Williams Selyem wine and an array of seasonal, organic dishes
• Two mid-week nights’ accommodations for four at Mystic Hotel by Charlie Palmer, located in Union Square in San Francisco
• Wine-paired dinner for four at Burritt Room + Tavern featuring Williams Selyem wine
• Two signed copies of Charlie Palmer’s all new cookbook, American Faire
• Two-nights’ deluxe accommodations for four at Williams Selyem Estate, tucked away in the Middle Reach of the Russian River Valley
• Private tour and tasting for four, with exclusive access to this revered winery and wines you won't have anywhere else
• Immediate access to the ultra-exclusive Williams Selyem mailing list with an allocation for the next release
• Wine-paired dinner for four at Valette in Healdsburg featuring Williams Selyem wines and the elevated wine country cuisine of two masterful chefs
DINNER WINES SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. EVENTS AND BOOKINGS TO TAKE PLACE ON MUTUALLY
AGREEABLE DATES. BOOKINGS TO EXCLUDE ALL HOLIDAYS. EFFECTIVE DATES FOR ROARING FORK
CLUB: MAY 2016 AND OCTOBER 2016; EXPIRES OCTOBER 31, 2016. RESTRICTIONS SPECIFIC TO
ROARING FORK CLUB: SUBJECT TO SUITE SPACE AVAILABILITY AT THE TIME OF BOOKING. ALL
OFFERINGS IN CERTIFICATE MUST BE USED DURING THE SAME VISIT TO THE CLUB. GOLF PLAY
MUST BE AFTERNOON. CADDIE IS REQUIRED. TEE TIMES MUST BE MADE 72 HOURS IN ADVANCE.
HOLIDAYS EXCLUDED. ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENTED AT TIME OF SERVICES
RENDERED. ALL CERTIFICATES ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY; RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY. NO
EXTENSIONS WILL BE MADE TO THE STATED EXPIRATION DATE.
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Fund the Future - If Kids Can't Read,
They Can't Succeed
Did you know that today in Sonoma County, 54 percent of all third grade students read below
proficiency levels? This little-known fact is having an impact on our entire community.
STUDIES INDICATE THAT IF KIDS CANNOT READ BY THIRD GRADE:
• They are less likely to complete high school
• They face fewer job prospects
• They are more likely to be involved in crime or have serious health issues
Our 2015 Fund the Future supports essential reading programs that foster literacy skills and
reading comprehension for our at-risk elementary school kids. We believe that every child
deserves to know how to read, and a chance to build a better future for us all.
Help Fund the Future for our community, and your donation will increase the number of
Sonoma County children who learn to read, and then succeed! By simply raising your paddle,
you can create a ripple effect in a child's life that leads to a better future for them—and for
our community as a whole.
FUND THE FUTURE WILL BENEFIT THESE OUTSTANDING PROGRAMS:
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AVANCE (Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County)
Pasitos Playgroups (Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County)
Accelerated English (Healdsburg Education Foundation)
Grade Level Proficiency Project - GLPP (Sonoma Valley Education Foundation)
Summer Reading and Writing Academy (Sonoma Valley Education Foundation)
Schools of Hope (United Way of the Wine Country)
Project Learn (Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Sonoma County and Sonoma Valley)
FUND THE FUTURE WILL BENEFIT THESE OUTSTANDING PROGRAMS:
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$50,000 – Adds five NEW Schools to Schools of Hope Program
$25,000 – Provides summer reading programs to 80 students
$10,000 – Funds a weekly Pasitos Playgroup for 15 families for a FULL YEAR
$5,000 – Funds one semester of tutoring for 15 families
$1,000 – Buys book bags for 30 families with five books in both English and Spanish
$500 – Buys educational toys and supplies for a Pasitos Playground
Your donation directly affects the future of local children. If kids can't read, they can't
succeed. This is your chance to make a difference!
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A Sensory Experience from Sonoma to Your Home
CHRISTOPHER CREEK WINERY
Wine lovers flock to Christopher Creek Winery's warm and rustic tasting room, tucked into
an off-the-beaten track enclave in the heart of the Russian River Valley—all in search of the
award-winning creations for which this family-owned winery is known. The winning bidder
of this unique lot will receive exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the inner workings
of Christopher Creek Winery during an unforgettable weekend that features luxurious
accommodations for six at a private estate home and a private tour and tasting of rare and
hard-to-find wines at Christopher Creek Winery. You and your guests will also indulge in a
seasonal farm-to-table winemaker dinner, perfectly prepared by a local celebrity chef and
crafted to enhance the complexity of each specially-selected wine. Your hosts invite you
to discover one of the country's hottest new craft beer scenes at one of Sonoma County's
acclaimed new breweries in the charming town of Windsor. Plus, your personal concierge will
help you create a tasting itinerary that is designed to make all of your wine country bucket list
experiences a possibility.
After you've fully immersed yourself in all of the sensory delights Sonoma County has to offer,
Christopher Creek Winery will come to your home to delight 40 of your friends and family
with a private wine tasting event unlike any other.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Forty-person exclusive wine tasting experience in the home of the winner anywhere in the continental United States
• Exclusive two-night, three-day stay at luxury, private estate home for six people
• Behind-the-scenes private tour and tasting of rare and hard-to-find wines at Christopher Creek Winery in the Russian River Valley
• Intimate, farm-to-table winemaker dinner at private estate home specially prepared by a local celebrity chef
• Exclusive, private tour and tasting at one of Windsor's new, acclaimed craft breweries
• Personalized concierge service to help you create your ultimate wine tasting experience at Christopher Creek Winery's neighboring wineries and throughout Sonoma County
EIGHT BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2013 Christopher Creek Winery Reserve Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
2000 Christopher Creek Winery Zinfandel, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2000 Christopher Creek Winery Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 1 BOTTLE
2000 Christopher Creek Winery Syrah, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2000 Christopher Creek Winery Estate Syrah, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2000 Christopher Creek Winery Reserve Estate Petit Sirah, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2000 Christopher Creek Winery Deux Barriques Red Blend, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2000 Christopher Creek Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Dry Creek Valley 1 BOTTLE
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Two Unforgettable Dining Experiences: Three Sticks'
Adobe in Sonoma and Fat Duck in London
THREE STICKS WINES
This incredibly appetizing experience starts right here in Sonoma Valley, where six couples
will be treated to a private, multi-course wine dinner at the Three Sticks Adobe featuring
Winemaker, Bob Cabral's, first vintage. This stunning destination is the tasting room home
of Three Sticks wines, and it captures the essence of Sonoma County living in each and
every detail. Just moments from the Sonoma Plaza, The Adobe is an enchanting retreat that
welcomes you with gardens, bubbling fountains and a beautiful mural created by Rafael
Arana. Chef and Culinary Scientist Kyle Connaughton of Sonoma's new Single Thread Farms
will prepare a culinary innovation designed to enhance each sip of Three Sticks' worldrenowned wines. Kyle is one of the culinary world's shining stars, known for his work with
Heston Blumenthal at the Three Michelin-starred Fat Duck Restaurant. He worked with
Blumenthal to open The Fat Duck Experimental Kitchen as the Head Chef of Research and
Development. That same year, Restaurant magazine named the Fat Duck “Best Restaurant
in the World”. During his four years as Heston’s Head Chef, Kyle collaborated with food
scientists, perfumers, designers and various experts to develop The Fat Duck’s multi-sensory
cuisine, not only for the menu but also for books, articles and television programs. In 2009
Kyle and Heston completed the James Beard and IACP Award winning “The Big Fat Duck
Cookbook.” He truly designs an experience for each guest, meticulously designed to be one
of your most treasured culinary memories. After you've dined to your heart's (and palate's)
content you'll retreat to your plush accommodations at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn &
Spa.
You'll also indulge in a private wine-paired lunch for twelve people at Kistler Vineyards' Trenton
Roadhouse Vineyard, a stunning location with sweeping views of the Russian River Valley.
Here you'll be treated to the wines of Kistler Vineyards, creations that are only available to their
ultra-exclusive mailing list and revered by critics and connoisseurs alike. This epicurean event
promises to capture the spirit of Sonoma County in an inspiring setting, highlighted by wines
you may not have the chance to try anywhere else.
Then, it's off to bustling London for yet another culinary extravaganza you're not likely to
forget. You'll leave your posh downtown accommodations to be chauffeured to the quaint
locale of Bray, Berkshire for an evening at the three Michelin-starred Fat Duck, Chef Heston
Blumenthal's magnificent restaurant known for impeccable, cutting edge, artisan-crafted
cuisine. This is a dining experience absolutely unlike any other, with each dish more surprising
than the one before it. If this lot tempts your taste buds, raise your paddle high—these are
three meals you won't want to miss.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Private multi-course wine dinner for twelve people at the Three Sticks' Adobe prepared by Chef and Culinary Scientist Kyle Connaughton of Single Thread Farms, who is world-
renowned for his groundbreaking culinary work at three Michelin-starred Fat Duck in England
• Private wine-paired lunch for twelve people at Kistler's Trenton Roadhouse Vineyard
• Two nights' luxury accommodations at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa for six couples
• Round trip airfare for two couples to London, England
• Three nights' luxury hotel accommodations for two couples in London
• Dinner for four at the prestigious three Michelin-starred Fat Duck Restaurant in Bray, Berkshire England, world famous for its incredible, innovative cuisine, and the former home of Chef Kyle Connaughton
• Luxury transportation to and from dinner at Fat Duck
TWO BOTTLE COLLECTION FOR EACH GUEST:
2014 Three Sticks Wines Pinot Noir, Durell Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 MAGNUM
2012 Kistler Vineyards Chardonnay, Trenton House Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 MAGNUM
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Gallo Family, Sonoma Immersion
GALLO FAMILY WINES
Two couples will go behind the scenes with Sonoma’s most exciting wine and food purveyors
in an unforgettable trip hosted by Gina Gallo that highlights some of the most delectable
cuisine, wines and renowned vineyards found in Sonoma County. Your Sonoma Immersion
begins with a visit to the Frei Brothers Ranch in Sonoma’s Dry Creek Valley, where you’ll learn
the art of crafting the perfect blend in a personal blending seminar with a winemaker. From
there, you’ll travel to The Dry Creek General Store, an iconic Sonoma County landmark, for a
cooking class with engaging chef Gia Passalacqua featuring a preview of the state-of-the-art
Grillworks Dual 42 CRE Grill.
Your Sonoma Immersion continues in the neighboring Alexander Valley at Barrelli Vineyard,
where you’ll explore this historic vineyard dating to the 19th century accompanied by
Bellwether Farms cheeses and our wine pros, for a phenomenal wine and cheese experience.
Round out your day with a visit to Stefani Vineyard, found in a unique pocket valley between
the Dry Creek and Alexander Valleys, for a tour and tasting featuring pairings with renowned
sausage and salumi from acclaimed Sonoma restaurant, Diavola. Your Sonoma Immersion
concludes with a spectacular dinner by the Gallo Family and Kate MacMurray at the Russian
River Valley’s historic and private MacMurray Estate Vineyards, where you will taste through a
selection of MacMurray Estate Vineyards award-winning collection of Pinot Noir and coolclimate white wines, paired with the best of local Sonoma cuisine prepared by John Ash & Co.
Private transportation is inclusive and furnished throughout the trip, as are accommodations
for two nights at the Vintner’s Inn, centrally located in the heart of Sonoma wine country.
Continue the Experience
Return from the weekend with a diverse wine collection including rare, award-winning wines
from the Gallo Family, and your very own Grillworks 42 CRE Grill from Grillworks®, valued at
over $10,000 and known worldwide as the ultimate American artisanal grill. Recreate your
Sonoma Immersion at home, crafting your favorite grilled dishes and pairing them with a
selection of incredible wines.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Two-night stay for four at the luxurious Vintner’s Inn
• A visit, for two couples, to the historic Frei Brothers Ranch House for an in-depth blending seminar
• Dry Creek General Store experience including a hands-on cooking and grilling class with Chef Gia Passalacqua
• Stefani Vineyard exploration and Diavola sausage and salumi tasting.
• Private dinner at MacMurray Estate Vineyards, catered by the exceptional John Ash & Co and paired with a selection of MacMurray Estate Vineyards wines chosen by
Kate MacMurray
• Custom wine collection featuring Monte Rosso Magnums, Gallo Signature Series, MacMurray Estate Vineyards and Frei Brothers wines for your personal cellar. • Top-of-the-line Grillworks 42 CRE Grill
• Private luxury transportation
FIFTY BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2011 Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon, Monte Rosso Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 2 MAGNUMS
2013 Gallo Signature Series Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 2 CASES
2013 MacMurray Estate Vineyards Reserve Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 1 CASE
2013 Frei Brothers Reserve Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 1 CASE
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Spectacular Sailing Experience with A Sonoma
Wine Master
AUTEUR WINES, CAVALLO POINT - THE LODGE AT THE GOLDEN GATE
If you're done sittin' on the dock, set sail on San Francisco Bay for a sailing adventure unlike
any other! Three couples will embark from Sausalito for the ultimate luxury Bay cruise, where
you'll feel the wind in your hair while taking in breathtaking views of San Francisco. Auteur
Winemaker and Sonoma superstar Kenneth Juhasz will join you on your nautical adventure,
and escort you to dinner at Cavallo Point—The Lodge at the Golden Gate's Murray Circle
restaurant for a culinary experience prepared by Executive Chef Justin Everett and paired with
the wines of Auteur. You'll overnight at the luxurious Cavallo Point—The Lodge at the Golden
Gate on the historic site of Fort Baker, where your accommodations promise the ultimate in
comfort and sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco Bay. It's a
magical maritime expedition with a wine master, and an adventure not to be missed.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Ultimate luxury sailing trip from Sausalito on the San Francisco Bay for three couples with Auteur's Kenneth Juhasz
• Auteur Winemaker dinner at Cavallo Point—The Lodge at the Golden Gate's Murray Circle Restaurant with Winemaker Kenneth Juhasz, prepared by Chef Justin Everett and paired with Auteur wines
• Overnight deluxe accommodations at Sausalito's Cavallo Point—The Lodge at the Golden Gate for three couples
2013 Auteur Wines Chardonnay, Durell Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 5-LITER
2013 Auteur Wines Pinot Noir, Labyrinth Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 5-LITER
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Dinner on the Field with the Honorary Chairs
Jean-Charles Boisset & Gina Gallo and
Joe Anderson & Mary Dewane
BOISSET COLLECTION, BENOVIA WINERY, SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS,
PURE LUXURY TRANSPORTATION
If you feed them, they will come. Send the invites to twenty-nine of your closest friends—
you're headed to AT&T Park to dine with 2015 Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Honorary
Chairs Jean-Charles Boisset and his wife Gina Gallo, Joe Anderson and Mary Dewane on
the diamond where the Giants play. It's an event unlike any other, where you'll not only rub
elbows with four of Sonoma County's superstars, but you'll also mix and mingle with Giants
Alumni players you've cheered on for years. The meal, paired with wines chosen by your
hosts, promises to hit a culinary home run as you take in the extraordinary views of this
dramatic stadium from the perspective of your favorite players. Before you head to home
plate, you and all of your guests will be treated to a sparkling wine reception at Sonoma's
historic Buena Vista Winery. The celebration continues aboard your own private party bus
so you'll arrive ready to step up to bat. It's an ideal lot for the bidder who wants to feel like a
Giant while dining with Sonoma County's winemaking giants.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Dinner with 2015 Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Honorary Chairs, Jean-Charles Boisset and his wife Gina Gallo, Joe Anderson and Mary Dewane on the Giants' field at AT&T Park for you and 29 of your closest friends
• Special dinner guests will include past Giants superstars
• Private sparkling wine reception at Sonoma's historic Buena Vista Winery in the Bubble Lounge
• Pure Luxury Transportation party bus from Buena Vista Winery to AT&T Park
ONE BOTTLE COLLECTION FOR EACH COUPLE:
Buena Vista Winery Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 MAGNUM
MUST BE BOOKED ON A WEEK NIGHT.
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A Very Special Tribute to Henry Trione
TRIONE VINEYARDS & WINERY
Local luminary Henry Trione was a strong supporter of Sonoma County wine. He was a
shrewd businessman who created successful ventures in timber, banking, and the wine
industry, giving back to the community with constant philanthropy. Notably, he left an
enduring mark on the Sonoma County landscape by creating the deal that gave us Annadel
State Park in Santa Rosa, a pristine piece of nature that offers the community miles of
trails that traverse an array of ecosystems, and provide a protected home to our local flora
and fauna.
Although he passed away earlier this year, Henry Trione has left behind a legacy that truly
made Sonoma County better than it was when he arrived. His modest demeanor, thoughtful
endeavors and deep sense of giving back have served as an inspiration to anyone who was
lucky enough to know him personally.
This never-before, never-again etched six-liter Methuselah of 2011 Trione Henry's Blend
Alexander Valley Bordeaux Blend is a celebration of the life of an unforgettable man—and it
marks the first time the winery named a vintage after Henry Trione. It's a fitting addition to
the cellar of any wine collector who seeks unique bottlings you won't find anywhere else.
LOT INCLUDES:
• 2011 Trione Winery Henry's Blend Bordeaux Blend Alexander Valley 1 ETCHED 6-LITER
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LOT NUMBER 31
The Brando on French Polynesia's Private Island with
Jean Charles-Boisset
THE BRANDO, BOISSET COLLECTION
"Tetiaroa is beautiful beyond my capacity to describe."
—Marlon Brando
Two extraordinarily lucky people will experience the ultimate escape to paradise when
they win a lot tailor-made for the couple that deserves to travel like royalty. The Brando is a
destination unlike any other in the history of the world: a luxury resort on French Polynesia’s
breathtakingly beautiful atoll of Tetiaroa, a locale most famous for being the private island of
Marlon Brando. This posh escape to paradise sits on one of a dozen small islands (motus)
that surround a spectacular three-mile wide lagoon. The motus are all privately owned and
available exclusively to The Brando's guests and visiting researchers.
The Brando offers two restaurants showcasing Polynesian-inspired dishes, East/West fusion
and classic French cuisine; a comprehensive spa and wellness center with several massage
and treatment villas around a serene lily-covered pond; an organic garden where fruits and
vegetables for the resort’s restaurants are grown; a lagoon-view bar in the canopy of the
palm trees; a beach bar near a large infinity pool; a tennis court; library and cultural center;
boutiques; and an environmental research station with guest programs.
While you're maximizing your relaxation in this outstanding resort, you're invited to join one of
Sonoma County's most beloved wine industry leaders and bon vivants, Jean-Charles Boisset,
for a divine meal at The Brando's Les Mutinés. Chef Guy Martin crafted the menu at this
culinary escape, and when paired with wines from the Boisset Collection, it promises to be
one of the most transcendent meals you've ever had.
You'll also enjoy a private Reef Quest and Turtle Night Tour at The Brando, where your docent
will lead you through an exclusive, informative tour of the island's reefs and an up-close-and
personal encounter with the resort's resident sea turtles.
An abundance of activities at The Brando await those who want to be more active. Each
villa has a bicycle for guests that can be used to explore the paths around the island, or
take a picnic to a favorite beach. Guests can snorkel or dive with tropical fish, sail in the
lagoon, paddleboard to a neighboring island, take a kayak above coral gardens, stroll the long
stretches of beach, enjoy a guided or unguided marine, bird, cultural or other excursion, or
simply spend a day in the spa and wellness center.
As the winning bidder of this lot, you will enjoy an amazing, out-of-this-world wine collection
too! Created by Jean-Charles Boisset, the innovative JCB Collection brings together two
worlds of winemaking—Old and New. With the collection, Jean-Charles celebrates his French
heritage while embracing his passion for California. Each wine in the collection is a limited
edition, and is “named” with a number. These numbers signify a wine style Jean-Charles
strives to achieve vintage to vintage, while also symbolizing important ideas, passions and
moments in his life and wine career. JCB is a new way of exploring taste and style through
wines of incomparable elegance, passion and personality.
This lot demands a big bid—but it is destined to be the adventure of a lifetime.
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LOT NUMBER 31 CONTINUED
LOT INCLUDES:
• Six nights stay for two in a private villa at The Brando, an unforgettable, ultra-luxurious escape on French Polynesia’s breathtakingly beautiful private island of Tetiaroa, known as the private island of Marlon Brando
• This special stay is all inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner where you will enjoy the freshest of ingredients from the gardens and orchards of The Brando as well as fish and shellfish from Polynesian waters
• Dinner at the Les Mutinés as the personal guest of Jean-Charles Boisset
• Reef Quest and Turtle Night tours (November-March only), where your private docent leads you through an exclusive, informative tour of the island's reefs and an up-close-and personal encounter with the resort's resident sea turtles (seasonal experience)
SIX BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2011 JCB No. 03 Pinot Red, Burgundy/Russian River Valley 1 3-LITER
2012 JCB No. 03 Pinot Red, Burgundy/Russian River Valley 1 3-LITER
2013 JCB No. 06 Pinot Red, Sonoma Coast 1 3-LITER
MUST TAKE PLACE ON A MUTALLY AGREED UPON DATE. SOME EXPERIENCES ON THE ISLAND ONLY
AVAILABLE DURING SPECIFIC SEASONS. INTERISLAND FLIGHTS NOT INCLUDED.
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A Weekend of Epicurean Extravagance
BALLETTO VINEYARDS, DELOACH VINEYARDS
In Sonoma County we revere our growers. This experience, created and offered by
Winegrowers John and Terri Balletto, is the ideal expression of a weekend of Sonoma County
luxury living from the perspective of those who know the landscape better than anyone. See
Sonoma County through their eyes, as you and seven guests check into your phenomenal
accommodations at Villa Vernazza, a five-star villa in the heart of wine country. Whether you
relax by the pool, wander through the landscaped gardens or kick up an impromptu game on
the lawn, you'll find so many ways to unwind in this extraordinary space.
Friday night, you'll be joined by John and Terri Balletto, Winemaker Anthony Beckman and
President of the Sonoma County Winegrowers Karissa Kruse for a multi-course meal prepared
by Chef Tom Schmidt of John Ash & Co. These experts know Sonoma County through-andthrough, and they're ready to share the secrets of successful wine growing and winemaking to
offer you an insider's peek at the process.
Saturday, the relaxation continues as you make your way through wine tours and tastings,
as well as a private blending seminar at DeLoach Vineyards in the Russian River Valley with
Winemaker Brian Mahoney, where each guest will take home six bottles of wine. Stay hungry
because Saturday night finds you dining with a vintner who crafts their finest wines from
Balletto Vineyards at a meal created the private and personal chef of the Villa! Your send-off is
at noon on Sunday, and you'll not only leave with refreshing memories, but you'll also receive
an exemplary selection of wines made from the unmatched Balletto Vineyards.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Two-night weekend stay for four couples at Villa Vernazza, a five-star villa in the heart of Russian River Valley that features four master suites, a heated pool and spa and lush landscaping
• Friday night dinner hosted by John and Terri Balletto, Winemaker Anthony Beckman and Karissa Kruse President of the Sonoma County Winegrowers; and prepared by Chef Tom Schmidt from John Ash & Co.
• Saturday Night Dinner created by your own private chef and paired with Vineyard
Designate wines from a top vintner who sources grapes from renowned Balletto Vineyards, Jean-Charles Boisset and Gina Gallo
• Private blending seminar at DeLoach Vineyards in the Russian River Valley with Winemaker Brian Mahoney, where each guest will take home six bottles of wine
SIXTEEN BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 Wesmar Winery Pinot Noir, Balletto Vineyards, Russian River Valley 4 BOTTLES
2013 Balletto Vineyards Pinot Noir, Emerson Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Balletto Vineyards Pinot Noir, Winery Block, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Balletto Vineyards Pinot Noir, Burnside Road Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Balletto Vineyards Pinot Noir, Sexton Hill Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Balletto Vineyards Rosé, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Balletto Vineyards Pinot Noir, BCD Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
MUST BE SCHEDULED ON MUTUALLY AGREEBLE DATES. AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED.
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Star Attraction: An Exhibition of Award-Winning
Sonoma County Wines
The jubilant winner of this wine aficionado's lot will have instant access to the world's most
superlative selection of Sonoma County wines. This treasure trove of Sonoma sips, delights
with over 160 BOTTLES that have earned 90+ scores, gold and double gold medals, "Best
Of" awards and every other accolade you can imagine. It's the one lot that truly celebrates
Sonoma County's exemplary reputation on the world's stage. Bid big, and raise a glass to an
award-worthy donation to our local charities.
ONE HUNDRED SIXTY-THREE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 ACORN Winery Heritage Vines Zinfandel, Alegria Vineyards, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2010 Alexander Valley Vineyards CYRUS Estate Red Blend, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Amapola Creek Vineyards & Winery Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Amapola Creek Estate Vineyard, Moon Mountain District 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2012 Anaba Wines Chardonnay, Dutton Ranch, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Anaba Wines Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2012 Anaba Wines Pinot Noir, Dutton Ranch, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Anaba Wines Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2010 Ancient Oak Cellars Single Vineyard Zinfandel, Pagnano, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2009 Annadel Estate Winery Estate Red Blend, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Arista Winery Pinot Noir, U.V. Lucky Well, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Balletto Vineyards Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Benovia Winery Chardonnay, Fort Ross-Seaview 2 BOTTLES
2012 Benovia Winery La Pommeraie Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Benziger Family Winery Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2012 Benziger Family Winery Joaquin's inferno Estate Red Blend, Sonoma Mountain 2 BOTTLES
NV Breathless Brut Rosé, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
NV Breathless Wines Brut de Noirs, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2012 Calista Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2011 Canihan Family Exuberant Syrah, Sonoma Valley 3 BOTTLES
2012 Canihan Family Exuberant Syrah, Sonoma Valley 3 BOTTLES
2011 Carol Shelton Wines Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Rockpile Vineyard, Rockpile 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2012 Carol Shelton Wines Reserve Petite Sirah, Rockpile Vineyard, Rockpile 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2012 Carol Shelton Wines Rocky Reserve Zinfandel, Florence Vineyard, Rockpile 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2006 Clouds Rest Limited Release Estate Pinot Noir, Clouds Rest, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES HAND-PAINTED
2012 Dane Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Justi Creek Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Davis Bynum Clone 667 Pinot Noir, Jane’s Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Davis Family Vineyards Pinot Noir, Starr Ridge, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Dry Creek Vineyard Heritage Zinfandel, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
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2013 Dutton-Goldfield Winery Pinot Noir, Dutton Ranch, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Envolve Winery Pinot Noir, Lennox Family Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Flowers Vineyard & Winery Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast 1 BOTTLE
2013 Flowers Vineyard & Winery Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 BOTTLE
2012 Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Rochioli Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2004 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Carneros Cuvée Sparkling Wine, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES
2006 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Royal Cuvée Sparkling Wine, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES
2012 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Pinot Noir, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES
NV Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Blanc de Noirs, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES
2013 Gustafson Family Vineyards Estate Rielsling, Heritage Tree Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2011 Highway 12 Vineyards & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 3 BOTTLES
2012 Highway 12 Vineyards & Winery Reserve Chardonnay, Sangiacomo Vineyards, Los Carneros 12 BOTTLES
2013 Highway 12 Vineyards & Winery Nueva Chardonnay, Los Carneros 3 BOTTLES
2012 Imagery Estate Winery Tempranillo, Pine Mountain 2 BOTTLES
2014 Imagery Estate Winery Muscat Canelli, Pine Mountain 2 BOTTLES
2011 Inman Family Wines OGV Estate Pinot Noir, Olivet Grange Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2007 Joseph Swan Vineyards Pinot Noir, Trenton Estate Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Kokomo Winery Zinfandel, Timber Crest Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Landmark Vineyards Damaris Reserve Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2012 Limerick Lane Cellars Hail Mary Rhone Blend, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Little Vineyards Family Winery Center Stage Bordeaux Blend, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Little Vineyards Family Winery Late Harvest Wine, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Little Vineyards Family Winery Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 MacPhail Family Wines Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2012 Migration Pinot Noir, Dutton Ranch, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2011 Parmelee-Hill Wines Pinot Noir, Parmelee-Hill Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE
2011 Parmelee-Hill Wines Syrah, Parmelee-Hill Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE
2011 Parmelee-Hill Wines Zinfandel, Parmelee-Hill Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE
2012 Parmelee-Hill Wines Chardonnay, Parmelee-Hill Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE
2012 Parmelee-Hill Wines Darcy Rhone Blend, Parmelee-Hill Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE
2013 Parmeson Wines Single Vineyard Zinfandel, Alegria Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Paul Hobbs Wines Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Pedroncelli Winery Zinfandel, Bushnell Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2011 Pride Mountain Vineyards Vintner Select Merlot, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2013 Ravenswood Zinfandel, Barricia Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 Ravenswood Zinfandel, Belloni Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 Ravenswood Zinfandel, Big River Vineyard, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 Ravenswood Zinfandel, Old Hill Ranch, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 Ravenswood Zinfandel, Teldeschi Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2012 Robert Young Estate Winery Estate Chardonnay, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES
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2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Symmetry Reserve Bordeaux Blend, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Chardonnay, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2012 Three Sticks Wines Pinot Noir, Durell Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2012 Trombetta Family Wines Pinot Noir, Gap's Crown Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 4 BOTTLES
2010 Victor Hill Wines Pinot Noir, Sangiacomo Vineyards, Sonoma Coast 3 BOTTLES
2013 VJB Vineyards & Cellars Estate Sangiovese, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2011 Wattle Creek Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Vineyard, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2012 Wattle Creek Winery Malbec, Alexander Valley Vineyard, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
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Vines Intertwined: Extraordinary Experiences at Five
Exceptional Wineries
SONOMA INTERTWINED ALLIANCE: B WISE VINEYARDS, THE DONUM ESTATE,
FLANGAN VINEYARDS, KAMEN ESTATE WINES, REPRIS, STONE EDGE FARM
ESTATE VINEYARDS & WINERY
Discover the charms of five of Sonoma County's most unique—and chic—wine destinations.
B Wise Vineyards, Kamen Estate Wines, Repris, Stone Edge Farm Estate Vineyards & Winery
and The Donum Estate have joined forces to create a weekend of enological experiences
unlike any other. From your home base at the luxurious MacArthur Place, Sonoma Hotel &
Spa, three couples will be chauffeured by Viviani Destination Specialists to some of the most
intimate, interesting and inspiring locations in Sonoma County. Your weekend begins with a
VIP winery and art tour at The Donum Estate. The Donum Estate farms all three vineyards
in the Carneros, Russian River and Anderson Valley and each one provides superlative
estate grown fruit for their "ultimate Pinot Noir project." Based on a Burgundian Grand Cru
model, the program's goal is to produce the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay possible—and
you'll taste the results. Next, it's a seasonal farm-to-table lunch at Kamen Estate Vineyards,
featuring sweeping views of the Mayacamas Mountains and San Francisco Bay, and paired
with Kamen Estate Vineyards wines. Here you'll learn about Robert Kamen an industry
pioneer who had a clear concept of what he intended for his property. First and foremost
was the desire to plant the highest quality mountain grown Cabernet Sauvignon, while
holding true to the pristine spirit of the land. You'll see for yourself just how perfectly this
winery has succeeded during this magnificent wine-paired meal.
Your private dinner at Stone Edge Farm Estate Vineyards & Winery in the Moon Mountain
District will find you in the world-renowned Silver Cloud vineyard, dining on a seasonal meal
prepared by a local chef and paired with Stone Edge Farm Estate Vineyards & Winery wines.
These handcrafted wines are organically farmed and designed to complement the flavors in
fresh foods. You'll learn first-hand how this critically acclaimed winery continues to raise the
bar while savoring its creations.
At Repris, you'll head underground for a dramatic tour of the 18,000 square-foot cave in
their historic Moon Mountain location. You'll taste the wines from Moon Mountain Vineyard’s
rocky slopes and well-drained soils, slopes that yield grapes that are small and thick-skinned,
with intense color and flavor. In the cellar, you'll see that the fruit is handled as gently as
possible. In the glass, you'll discover that the wines reveal Winemaker Erich Bradley’s focus
on texture, structure and ageability.
B Wise Vineyards promises to delight and amaze as well. As you tour their caves, taste
their wines and discover how this skilled team endeavors to produce authentic, graceful
wines that you will find both inspiring and memorable. It’s a lot for the bidder who seeks an
elevated enological experience, hosted by some of our most stylish wineries.
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Finally the lucky bidder will receive a beautifully walnut stained wood and glass collector’s
box filled with five magnums.
LOT INCLUDES:
• VIP winery and art tour for six at The Donum Estate, one of the Carneros region's most acclaimed destinations
• Seasonal farm-to-table lunch for six at Kamen Estate Vineyards, featuring sweeping
views of the Mayacamas Mountains and San Francisco Bay, and paired with Kamen Estate Vineyards wines
• Private wine dinner for six at Stone Edge Farm Estate Vineyards & Winery in the world-
renowned Silver Cloud Vineyard, in the new Moon Mountain District
• VIP behind-the-scenes tour and tasting at Repris, including the 18,000 square-foot cave, in their historic Moon Mountain location
• Private cave tour and tasting at B Wise Vineyards with a tasting of their carefully-crafted wines plus a beautifully prepared lunch for six
• Luxury transportation provided by Viviani Destination Specialists
• Two nights' lodging at MacArthur Place, Sonoma Hotel & Spa, a luxury hotel a few blocks from the famous Sonoma Plaza
FIVE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 B Wise Vineyards BRION Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Moon Mountain District 1 MAGNUM
2012 The Donum Estate West Slope Estate Pinot Noir, Los Carneros 1 MAGNUM
2012 Flanagan Vineyards Syrah, Bennett Valley 1 MAGNUM
2012 Kamen Estate Wines Cabernet Sauvignon, Moon Mountain District 1 MAGNUM
2010 Stone Edge Farm Estate Vineyards & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 1 MAGNUM
MUST BE SCHEDULED ON MUTUALLY AGREEABLE DATES.
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An Over-the-Top Under the Tuscan Sun Adventure
CLINE CELLARS
“Life offers you a thousand chances... all you have to do is take one.”
—Frances Mayes, Under the Tuscan Sun
Here's your one chance to spend an unforgettable week at the 17th-Century Villa Laura,
better known as "Bramasole," the stunning Tuscan villa featured in the film Under the Tuscan
Sun. Villa Laura is a beautifully restored estate just outside the walls of Cortona, Tuscany.
The property dates back to 600 A.D., and was built on over the centuries. There are three
buildings: the Villa, Farmhouse and Limonaia, all lovingly restored in 2006 after it was used as
the set for the Under the Tuscan Sun in 2003. Eleven couples will experience the true Tuscan
country lifestyle as you wander through the charming village of Cortona, doze off in a garden
hammock and revel in the inspiring decor, luxurious appointments and authentic Italian
atmosphere found only in this palatial home. You'll find fluffy bathrobes, slippers and the
finest Egyptian cotton linens, together with fabulous Italian products for each bathroom. There
is a housekeeper every morning to tidy up, make beds and ensure you have all you need for
the perfect, relaxing stay.
A welcome hamper greets you on arrival with local specialties and a few treats to settle you
in. You’ll find an iPod docking station, a game room with full-size pool table and selection
of board games, large open fires, cozy sofas and beautiful terraces. The organic vegetable
garden is available for guest use throughout the year as are our homemade products, jams,
passata, sauces, and oils. The wine cellar is stocked and the Jacuzzi is up to temperature. All
you have to do is relax and enjoy!
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It's a destination unlike any other, and you'll enjoy it to its fullest as you indulge in three
interactive dinners prepared by your private Villa Laura chef and take in a fascinating talk by
a local historian all about the Villa's unique story. Plus, the Anna and Stefano Cassedi family
of Castello del Trebbio have extended an invitation to you to join them for an elegant lunch
and private, VIP tour of their historic family winery. This fascinating castle was built in 1184,
and has been the winner of the "Great Wine Capitals" awards for Wine Cellar Experience,
Architecture, Wine Restaurants and Innovative Experiences. History buffs pay attention:
Castello del Trebbio is famous for the Pazzi conspiracy—in 1478 the Medici dynasty
was attacked by the Pazzi in Florence, and the subsequent fallout shaped the future of
Florence. If you're ready for an over-the-top adventure under the Tuscan sun, this is the
ultimate lot for you.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Seven-day, six-night stay in Cortona, Tuscany's Villa Laura, the stunning home featured in the film “Under the Tuscan Sun”
• Three interactive dinners at Villa Laura prepared by the Villa’s private chef
• Fascinating history talk by a local historian at Villa Laura
• Elegant lunch and private VIP wine tastings and tours of the historic Castello del Trebbio, hosted by the Cassedei family
TRAVEL MUST BE BOOKED AND COMPLETED FEBRUARY-APRIL 2016.
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Celebrate Sonoma County in Luxury, By Land and By Air
SIMI WINERY, NORTH COAST AIR
The winning bidder of this epicurean escapade will be treated to round-trip airfare for four to
San Francisco for a three-day, three-night stay in the heart of Sonoma County's Alexander
Valley. You'll be greeted upon arrival, and handed the keys to a Tesla Model S, the world's
premier, luxury electric vehicle, which will provide your wheels around the Bay Area during
your stay. Once you arrive (in style!) in Healdsburg, you'll be taken to the SIMI Winery
Alexander Valley Guest House, hidden among the picturesque Los Amigos Vineyard—a lovely
getaway available exclusively to SIMI Winery's most special guests. After a restful evening
among the vines, you'll awaken refreshed and ready to be whisked away on a private plane
tour over Sonoma County provided by North Coast Air. Your skilled and knowledgeable pilot
will point out Sonoma County's most famous vineyards, and share breathtaking views of our
undeniably beautiful region. After a flawless landing, you will enjoy a guided tour and lunch
in SIMI Winery's famous Landslide Vineyard, a unique geographical anomaly created by an
ancient landslide, known for creating intensely seductive, perfectly balanced Bordeaux wines.
Later that evening, you'll be escorted to the culinary epicenter of the Healdsburg Plaza, where
you will indulge in an amazing farm-to-table meal at the critically-acclaimed, crowd-pleasing
restaurant, SCOPA.
The next day SIMI Winery Executive Chef Kolin Vazzoler, who spent eight years working as
celebrity Chef Gary Danko’s right-hand man, will take you on an epic shopping excursion to
the Healdsburg Farmer’s Market, or to a local farm to forage ingredients for a very special
seasonal dinner at the SIMI Winery Alexander Valley Guest House. While Kolin is whipping up
a once-in-a-lifetime meal, you'll experience a behind-the-scenes tour of SIMI Winery, where
you'll learn the fascinating details behind one of Sonoma County's most historic wineries. Plus,
you'll take part in an interactive cooking demo along with SIMI Winery Director of Winemaking
Susan Leuker that will help you build your skills so you can create your own culinary wonders
at home. On the final evening, Susan Lueker will join you for a one-of-a-kind dinner cooked by
Kolin and his team, and paired with specially selected library wines from SIMI Winery.
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LOT INCLUDES:
• Round trip airfare for four to San Francisco Airport from your home city
• Keys to a Tesla Model S, the world's premier luxury electric vehicle, which will serve as your transportation on your epic Sonoma County adventure
• Aerial adventure tour of Alexander Valley in a private plane provided by North Coast Air
• Three nights' stay for four at SIMI Winery Alexander Valley Guest House, an exclusive luxury accommodation provided exclusively for SIMI Winery's special guests
• Landslide Vineyard guided driving tour and tasting of Landslide wines
• Lunch at Landslide “Uplands” Vineyard with SIMI Winery Winemaker Susan Leuker
• Farm-to-table dinner at SCOPA, a critically-acclaimed restaurant on the Healdsburg Plaza
• Shopping excursing to the Healdsburg Farmer’s Market or local farms with SIMI Executive Chef Kolin Vazzoler
• Winery tour and Interactive cooking demo for four with SIMI Winery Winemaker Susan Leuker
• Intimate, seasonal dinner with SIMI Winery Winemaker Susan Leuker, cooked by Executive Chef Kolin Vazzoler and team
TWENTY-FIVE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2007 SIMI Wines Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 ETCHED 135TH ANNIVERSARY 3-LITER
2008 SIMI Wines Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 3 3-LITERS
2008 SIMI Wines Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 3 3-LITERS
2009 SIMI Wines Cabernet Sauvignon, Landslide Vineyard, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES LIMITED EDITION VERTICAL WOODEN BOX
2012 SIMI Wines Cabernet Sauvignon, Landslide Vineyard, Alexander Valley 6 BOTTLES
2012 SIMI Wines Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 6 BOTTLES
LOT MUST BE SCHEDULED ON A MUTUALLY AGREEABLE DATE BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 15, 2015
AND SEPTEMBER 15, 2016. ALEXANDER VALLEY GUEST HOUSE IS NOT ADA COMPATIBLE. SOME
ACTIVITIES INCLUDED ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND SEASONALITY.
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Big Bottle Bonanza
Celebrate Sonoma County throughout the seasons with this sensational assortment of large
format bottles. These rare finds comprise a never-before-seen collection of award-winning,
limited edition selections from Sonoma County's most acclaimed wineries. This collection
guarantees you'll have unforgettable, luxury wines at all of your celebrations. We promise
you'll be the only one on your block with these dramatic bottles! Plus, each time you uncork
you'll be reminded of how your generosity (and excellent taste) continues to support Sonoma
County's charities.
TWENTY-THREE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2010 Benziger Family Winery Oonapais Estate Red Blend, Sonoma Mountain 1 3-LITER
2014 Brack Mountain Wine Company Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Daniel Grand Vent Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 1 3-LITER
2012 Buena Vista Winery Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 ETCHED 3-LITER
2008 Chateau St Jean Reserve Merlot, Sonoma County 1 3-LITER
2012 DeLoach Vineyards Forgotten Vines Zinfandel, Sonoma County 1 ETCHED 3-LITER
2013 Don Sebastiani & Sons Signature Series Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 2 3-LITERS
2010 Dry Creek Vineyard The Mariner Meritage, Dry Creek Valley 1 3-LITER
2009 Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery PreVail Back Forty Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 3-LITER IN WOODEN BOX
2009 Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery PreVail Back Forty Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 3-LITER IN WOODEN BOX
2012 Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery Ferrari-Carano Tresor Bordeaux Blend, Sonoma County 1 3-LITER IN WOODEN BOX
2013 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Estate Syrah, GlenLyon Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 SIGNED 5-LITER
2010 Imagery Estate Winery Pallas Estate Red Blend, Sonoma Valley 1 3-LITER
2012 Kendall-Jackson Winery Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 3-LITER
2011 Kokomo Winery Zinfandel, Pauline's Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley 1 3-LITER
2009 MacPhail Family Wines Sequana Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 1 3-LITER
2012 Papapietro Perry Winery Pinot Noir, Peters Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 3-LITER
2011 Pedroncelli Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, 3 Vineyards, Dry Creek Valley 1 3-LITER
2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Symnmetry Reserve Bordeaux Blend, Alexander Valley 1 3-LITER
2011 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Pinot Noir, Los Carneros 1 3-LITER IN WOODEN BOX
2013 Seghesio Family Vineyards Sonoma Zinfandel, Sonoma County 1 3-LITER
2012 Stryker Sonoma Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 1 HAND-ETCHED 3-LITER
2013 WALT Wines Gap's Crown Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 1 3-LITER
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Modern Luxury Cruising: An Elegant Escape to Europe
CELEBRITY CRUISES, SVVGA AND SCV MEMBER WINERIES
Europe is the destination of 'mosts': The most romantic cities. The most stylish shops. The
most delicious cuisine. And the most sought-after cruise destinations—Norway to Mykonos,
France to Turkey—all delivered by Celebrity Cruises in a way that makes the most of your
European vacation time.
On this luxurious twelve-night European cruise to the ports of your choosing, you and a guest
will explore lands rich in romantic languages, classic architecture, food, art and music. You'll
spend time enjoying centuries-old treasures on land, and return to your luxurious doubleoccupancy balcony stateroom onboard to restore the new you.
Plus, you'll have access to an incredible assortment of dining experiences on board. Dining
with Celebrity Cruises is an experience beyond the obvious, a globally influenced blend of
classic and contemporary menus created by a James Beard featured chef. It's always a
perfect marriage of flavors and the artful presentation of cuisine.
There are many different kinds of dining experiences, including Main Dining, held in the main
restaurant, where you can choose a set time every night, or you can be more flexible with
Celebrity Select Dining. Celebrity Cruises is proud to be the first cruise line to present dinner
at the prestigious James Beard House culinary celebration in New York City.
In addition to your ultimate cruising experience, you'll also take home a specially selected
99-bottle collection of Sonoma County wines. Each handpicked bottling is a celebration of
the award winning wines that are carefully crafted by some of the world's most renowned
winemakers—all found right here in Sonoma County.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Choice of any Celebrity Cruises Europe Sailing, up to twelve nights, for two
• One double-occupancy balcony stateroom
BLACKOUT DATES ARE CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS EVE AND NEW YEARS DAY. EXCLUDES AIR AND
GROUND TRANSPORTAION. TAXES AND FEES ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CRUISE RECIPIENT.
CRUISE MUST BE TAKEN BY OCTOBER 14, 2016.
NINETY-NINE BOTTLE COLLECTION:
2012 ACORN Winery Medley Estate Red Blend, Alegria Vineyards, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2014 Amapola Creek Vineyards & Winery Estate Cuvée Rosé, Amapola Creek Estate Vineyard, Moon Mountain District 2 BOTTLES
2013 Balletto Vineyards Estate Pinot Gris, Burnside Road, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
NV Balletto Vineyards Estate Brut Rose Sparkling Wine, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 Benovia Winery Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
NV Breathless Wines Blanc de Noirs, Sonoma County 2 BOTTLES
2012 Corner 103 Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 6 BOTTLES
2012 Davis Bynum Jane's Vineyard Clone 115 Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Emeritus Vineyards Ruby Ruby Saignee Estate Pinot Noir, Hallberg Ranch, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Enkidu Wine Shamhat Rosé, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Eric Ross Winery The Immigrant Winemaker Eric Luse's Photo Label Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Vendemia Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
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2013 Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Hallberg Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2012 Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Rochioli-Allen Vineyards, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2013 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Estate Syrah, GlenLyon Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2013 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Squire's Toast Cabernet Sauvignon, GlenLyon Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2014 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Blush 'O The Boar Estate Rosé, GlenLyon Estate, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2014 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Suzy's Toast Single Vineyard Viognier, Margaret's Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
NV GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Lexy's Toast Sparkling Rose, Sonoma County 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2013 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Estate Syrah, GlenLyon Estate, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2012 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Jose S. Ferrer Pinot Noir, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES
2006 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Royal Cuvée, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES
2011 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Brut Rosé, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES
2013 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Chardonnay, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES
2004 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Carneros Cuvée, Los Carneros 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2012 Inman Family Wines OGV Estate Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Olivet Grange Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Inman Family Wines Endless Crush Rosé Pinot Noir, Olivet Grange Vineyard, Russian River Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Inman Family Wines Estate Brut Rosé, Olivet Grange Vineyard, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2010 Laurel Glen Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Mountain 2 BOTTLES
2011 Martinelli Winery Estate Zinfandel, Giuseppe & Luisa Vineyards, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2013 Martinelli Winery Single Vineyard Pinot Noir, Zio Tony Ranch, Russian River Valley 1 BOTTLE
2010 Mauritson Family Winery Loam Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2010 Mauritson Family Winery Positas Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2014 Mauritson Family Winery Sauvignon Blanc, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 Mauritson Family Winery Zinfandel, Jack's Cabin Vineyard, Rockpile 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2013 Mauritson Family Winery Zinfandel, Rockpile Ridge Vineyard, Rockpile 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2012 Migration Single Vineyard Chardonnay, Charles Heintz Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 2 BOTTLES
2012 Muscardini Cellars Fortuna Bordeaux Blend, B Wise Vineyards, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Muscardini Cellars Rosato di Sangiovese, Alpicella Vineyards, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Pedroncelli Winery Wisdom Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Pedroncelli Winery Signature Selecition Chardonnay, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2014 Pedroncelli Winery Signature Selection Dry Rosé of Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Ravenswood Single Vineyard Zinfandel, Old Hill Ranch, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Ravenswood Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Bedrock Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2013 Ravenswood Single Vineyard Zinfandel, Bedrock Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Alexanders Crown Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Brothers Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Rodney Strong Vineyards Rockaway Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley 2 BOTTLES
2012 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Heritage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2013 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Heritage Reserve Pinot Noir, Sonoma Valley 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2011 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Brut de Noirs, Ricci Vineyard, Los Carneros 2 BOTTLES SIGNED
2012 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Pinot Noir, Schug Estate, Los Carneros 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
2010 Victor Hill Wines Single Vineyard Cinsault, Donohue Vineyard, Sonoma Valley 1 BOTTLE SIGNED
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Star Treatment at Sonoma Wine Country
Weekend 2016
SONOMA WINE COUNTRY WEEKEND
You've been a premier player at the Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction, and here's your chance
to take center stage at ALL of the events at Sonoma Wine Country Weekend 2016. You and
seven of your luckiest friends will relax in private deluxe accommodations that offer a restful
respite from the excitement of the weekend events.
Your all-access pass also includes tickets to every spectacular event, including an exclusive
VIP kick-off party where you'll rub elbows with Sonoma County's elite vintners, growers and
chefs. You'll also receive tickets for eight to a Winemaker Dinner on Friday, prepared by a
local chef and showcasing an array of library wines from Sonoma County vintners. You'll
delight all of your senses at the unforgettable Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Estate Vineyards
where you'll not only sample creations by our world-class tastemakers, but you'll enjoy insider
treatment, special meet-and-greets and personalized attention designed to make you and
your guests feel pampered and indulged. Your head-table, exclusive seating at the Sonoma
Harvest Wine Auction offers you a front row seat to all of the action, a choice of library
wines from our top producers, your own personal Sommelier and other surprises, perks and
personal touches too numerous to mention. This is next-level Sonoma living, ideal for the
bidder who deserves extra attention.
LOT INCLUDES:
• Deluxe accommodations for four couples for four nights during 2016 Sonoma Wine Country
Weekend
• Tickets for eight to an exclusive VIP Party on Thursday to celebrate the beginning of Sonoma Wine Country Weekend 2016
• Tickets for eight to a Winemaker Luncheon on Friday, September 2, 2016 featuring seasonal cuisine and specially-selected wines
• Tickets for eight to a Winemaker Dinner on Friday, September 2, 2016, prepared by a local chef and showcasing an array of library wines from Sonoma County vintners
• Insider tickets for eight to Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Estate Vineyards on Saturday, September 3, 2016 with VIP access and other surprises
• Preferred tickets for eight to the Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction on Sunday, September 4, 2016, including deluxe seating at the Head Table with exclusive access to a personal tableside sommelier
• Winner's personal choice of Sonoma reserve wines served at the Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction
• Round-trip luxury limousine service transportation for the Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction on
Sunday, September 4, 2016
EVENTS TO TAKE PLACE DURING SONOMA WINE COUNTRY WEEKEND 2016, WHICH IS HELD LABOR
DAY WEEKEND, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 THROUGH MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2016. DATES AND
LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PREFERRED CHOICES SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.
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CONDITIONS OF PURPOSE
GENERAL REGULATIONS
1 . Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction (SHWA) and Chateau St. Jean reserve the right to refuse admission to, or excuse attendance
from, any or all Auction events.
2. The SHWA is not responsible for the accuracy of lot descriptions written in the catalog or verbally stated during the Auction,
including statements relating to the origin, age, rarity, condition or general quality of wines. All statements by the Auction
pertaining to lots are statements of opinion and are not to be considered warranties or representations of fact. Bidders, by
bidding, acknowledge that they have inspected the wines to their satisfaction and are bidding based on their own evaluation.
3. Any changes, additions or revisions of lots shall be announced either as a written or verbal communication by the auctioneer
or by an authorized representative of the Auction.
4. All bids are “per person or per lot.” The Auction or auctioneer reserves the right to divide or combine lots as seen fit.
5. Each successful bidder is responsible for the full price of the lot. Lots must be paid for prior to their release to the bidder and
removal from the Auction site.
6. Receive complimentary shipping on your Auction purchase when you register and pay with your Visa Signature® card. NonVisa Signature purchases will be responsible for shipping costs.* We accept cash, checks payable to Sonoma Valley Vintners &
Growers Foundation, VISA, MasterCard, or American Express. Cashier or certified checks are acceptable. Company or personal
checks will be accepted with the presentation of two recognized forms of identification.
7. Bidders will be required to pay applicable sales taxes unless a valid resale permit is presented at the time payment is made.
8. All lots including travel must be arranged for and redeemed prior to Labor Day 2016, unless otherwise stated. Booking airfare
and lodging early increases your chances of traveling on the dates you select. Please note all blackout dates, expiration dates
and restrictions as stated in the Auction Catalog or mentioned by the auctioneer.
9. All gift certificates, event and travel lots are non-transferable. Items may not be returned to donors for exchange or refund. All
sales are final.
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1. The auctioneer shall have the right to withdraw a lot or reject a bid as seen fit at any time prior to the fall of the
hammer for the lot in question.
2. Should a dispute arise between bidders, the auctioneer shall have the right to resolve the dispute, re-offer the lot or
withdraw the lot in question.
3. No 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 is then responsible for full payment and pickup.
MEDIA COVERAGE
Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction and Sonoma Wine Country Weekend are widely publicized events in all varieties of medium.
As a condition of and in consideration for participation in any portion of SHWA events, participant releases the Sonoma
Valley Vintners & Growers Alliance and the SHWA from any liability connected with the reproduction, adaptation, display,
publication and distribution, in any and all media, whether now known or yet to be developed, of any videos, photographs,
recordings or other images taken of the participant at any of the SHWA events, participant’s name, voice, likeness, city of
residence, or any other information regarding his/her participation in Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction.
*Terms & Conditions: Complimentary shipping is limited and not available on all auction items. Purchasers and
recipients must be 21 years or older to purchase or receive wine. To receive complimentary shipping on an auction item,
payment must be completed with a valid U.S. issued Visa Signature card. Complimentary shipping offer is not valid on
large items, is valid at Visa Signature’s discretion and is subject to change at any time. Visa reserves the right to modify
or cancel this offer at any time upon notice to participants. Offer cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.
Applicable taxes must be paid by purchaser. Void where prohibited.
© 2015 Visa Inc
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Online auction closes September 25, 2015.

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