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The Antinori Family has been in the wine
business since Giovanni de Piero Antinori joined the Florentine Guild of Vintners
in 1385. Throughout the company’s long history, it has remained family owned and
operated, and today Marchese Piero Antinori directs it. Longtime supporters of our
“Winemasters” event, the Antinoris have created this remarkable six-day, five-night
holiday at some of most renowned Antinori estates in Tuscany and Umbria:
- Spend two nights at Fonte de’ Medici
– a cluster of beautifully restored farmhouses in the heart of Chianti Classico.
During your stay you’ll enjoy a private winery visit and tasting, a lunch at
the Estate Villa.
- Dinner for two at Cantinetta Antinori
Restaurant in Florence paired with some of the best Antinori Chianti Classico
wines.
- Next enjoy an overnight stay at Grand
Hotel Tombolo in the fairy tale town of Bolgheri. This luxury hotel is just
down the road from the Antinori vineyards and across the street from its own
private sandy beach. Your stay includes a visit and tasting at the Antinori
property, along with lunch and wine tasting in the country home of the estate.
- Finally, spend two nights at Castello
della Sala, located in the northwestern corner of Umbria’s border with Tuscany,
just 11 miles north of the historic town of Orvieto. The site of 29 enchanting
farmhouses, this is the estate selected by Piero’s father. Included: two breakfasts
and two dinners at the Castello, a guided tour of the estate vineyards and cellars,
plus a wine tasting. Weekends excluded, as Castello is a private home. Valid
to 5/15/11, at a mutually convenient time. Please make arrangements AT LEAST
two months before your preferred date. Excludes May, September and the 2nd
and 3rd weeks of August.
- This package also includes American
Airlines renowned international Business Class service to and
from any American Airlines European destination, excluding Italy.
Air travel valid to 5/15/11, subject to availability. Restaurant gratuity
not included.
Donated by:
Antinori
American Airlines
Imagine…a six-day, five-night all-luxury
holiday for two couples in San Francisco and Napa Valley. Upon
arrival in the Bay Area, you’ll experience the luxurious comfort, personal attention
and impeccable surroundings of the Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square.
This private residence club offers the comforts of home with the elegance of Fairmont
that today’s discerning travelers have come to expect. Overlooking the breathtaking
waters of San Francisco Bay, Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square is a bold
illustration of contemporary urban design in a landmark setting. Enjoy two nights
in a two-bedroom residence with daily Continental Breakfast. One evening, you’ll
be treated to dinner at McCormick & Kuleto’s Seafood Restaurant with wines selected
by the sommelier. Plus, enjoy two wine tastings for four at Cellar 360 and at the
Wattle Creek Wine Room. Of course, you’ll find a selection of Ghirardelli Chocolates
in your residence upon arrival. The second evening, Chef/Owner Joseph Manzare is
waiting to welcome you to his wildly popular Zuppa where he will prepare a 6-course
Chefs Tasting Menu for your pleasure. Plan a little relaxation time in your residence
and enjoy cookies, tarts, cakes, and confections from Tartine Bakery & Café ($100
certificate), called the “country’s best bakery” by the New York Times.
Then it is on to the Napa Valley and a stop in Yountville on your way up to Peter
Michael Winery. Stay overnight in the Valley’s newest hotel sensation, the lively,
sophisticated and fun Hotel Luca, combining the best of contemporary design and
old-world architectural passion. The hotel’s Cantinetta Piero with pizza bar, wood-burning
oven and open kitchen will delight your senses when you sit down to enjoy lunch.
Valid Sunday-Thursday, excluding holidays and special events. That night,
you’ll dine at The French Laundry where Chef Thomas Keller presents for your dining
pleasure, his 9-course Chef’s Tasting Menu for Four. Called the “holy grail” of
fine dining, Chef Keller delivers a gastronomic experience that takes dining to
a new level. Reservations taken two months in advance. Wine and gratuity excluded.
Next morning, head up to Knights Valley for a memorable two-night stay in one
of Peter Michael Winery’s private guest residences. During your visit at this gorgeous
retreat, you’ll appreciate a private wine tasting and vineyard tour followed by
lunch in the winery’s new entertainment suite prepared by the winery chef. Accompanying
lunch, you’ll enjoy a wine pairing with wines selected from the Peter Michael Wine
Library. Also included: each couple receives a magnum of the 2006 Peter Michael
“Les Pavots” Red Bordeaux blend, the wine that has captured the hearts and palates
of wine devotees and collectors. Rich, complex, balanced and finely structured are
all descriptors associated with Les Pavots. Tours at Peter Michael are scheduled
Monday through Friday. Valid to 5/15/11 and subject to availability.
Donated by:
Peter Michael Winery
The French Laundry
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Hotel Luca
Piero Cantinetta
Zuppa
Tartine Bakery
Tonight, event Co-Chairmen Sharon and
Hal Lampert, along with Lili and Ryan Sage of Flask Fine Wines, invite your
party of eight to join the Lamperts and the Sages
at an unforgettable Lafite Rothschild, Mouton Rothschild and Chateau d’Yquem
Dinner in the brand new state-of-the-art wine cellar at the Lampert’s home in Sherman
Oaks. Craig Strong, acclaimed Executive Chef of Studio, the Mobil 5-star restaurant
at Montage Laguna Beach will create an elaborate six-course feast with each course
specifically designed to match the legendary wines of Chateau Mouton Rothschild,
Chateau Lafite Rothschild and Chateau d’Yquem from exceptional vintages spanning
four decades. Your dinner will commence with 1986 Chateau d’Yquem paired with foie
gras. And, that’s just the start! Get ready for 1975, 1985, 1995 and 2000 Lafite
and Mouton poured side by side with each course. To conclude you will enjoy the
classic 1976 d’Yquem. And, you can bet that Sharon and Hal will pull some additional
surprises from their cellar just to further delight your palate. Valid to 5/15/11
at a mutually convenient time.
Donated by:
Sharon and Hal Lampert
Lili and Ryan Sage
Craig Strong
Flask Fine Wines, Studio City
This exceptional seven-day, six-night
holiday to London, the English Countryside and Ireland includes:
- Round trip air transportation to
London in Business Class where you’ll experience American Airline’s
renowned international Flagship Service. Valid to 5/15/11.
- A two-night stay at one of London’s
most special hotels, Brown’s Hotel, ideally situated in the heart of Mayfair.
Defining the art of simple luxury, this legendary hotel was the favorite place
to take tea by such luminaries as Queen Victoria and Winston Churchill. Includes
full English breakfast daily in The Albemarle. Valid Friday, Saturday, Sunday
nights to 4/1/11.
- A two-night stay at Great Fosters,
built as a Royal Hunting Lodge around 1550 AD in Windsor Forest. This prestigious
and stately hotel, with its Saxon moat and magnificent formal gardens, is a
scheduled historic monument that, for hundreds of years, has welcomed guests
on a regal scale from royalty and statesmen to today’s international celebrities.
Includes dinner and a full English breakfast daily plus entrance to Hampton
Court. Valid to 5/15/11. Then, it is on to Ireland and…
- A two-night stay at the 2010 European
Golf Resort of the Year – The Lodge at Doonbeg and Doonbeg Golf Club in County
Clare are nestled along Ireland’s fabled southwest coast. Experience luxury
with breathtaking location and unparalleled service during your ultimate Irish
holiday. Enjoy Courtyard Suite accommodations. Valid to 5/15/11.
- Hotels and air transportation
are subject to availability.
Donated by:
American Airlines
Brown’s Hotel
Great Fosters
The Lodge at Doonbeg Golf Club
Small Luxury Hotels of the World
A.
2007 Ridge Montebello (Pre-Release)
6.0L
For more than 40 years Paul Draper has been making the wines and overseeing the
vineyards for Ridge, located in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Paul is universally recognized
as one of the premier winemakers in the world and has received many honors for his
expertise including being named Decanter magazine’s “Man of the Year.”
Paul’s philosophy has always been that the vineyard creates the wine. Every year
he produces many single vineyard wines from numerous varietals and blends. However,
the kingpin of the vineyards – Montebello - surrounds the winery. Ridge has been
making wine from Montebello since 1968, and the character of the wines has always
been unique, beautifully expressing the terroir. Three years ago, the 1971 Montebello
was named the grand winner in the 1976 Paris Tasting “Rematch” celebrating the 30th
anniversary of this groundbreaking event. The 2007 Montebello reflects the complexity
of the vintage. The typical Montebello structure and balance are woven with the
elegance and power that can only come from fruit grown in idyllic climatic conditions
and in just the right spot. Long favored by collectors and wine enthusiasts, Ridge
Montebello has reigned atop the hierarchy of the world’s great wines since its inception.
Donated by:
Ridge Vineyards
B.
2005 Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon To Kalon Vineyard
6.0L
A one-of-a-kind, etched, six-liter bottle of Paul Hobbs 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon,
To Kalon Vineyard, Napa Valley, personalized for the California Winemasters Auction.
This jewel of a cabernet sauvignon is sourced from specific rows within the ‘BV4’
block of To Kalon Vineyard, personally chosen by Paul. They are kept separate from
our other lots from To Kalon and then bottled as a limited vineyard designate. Paul
first worked with this legendary property in the 1970’s when he joined Robert Mondavi
and the inaugural winemaking team for Opus One. When Andy Beckstoffer purchased
what Paul considers to be the best acreage within the vineyard, including the ‘BV4’
block that produced the outstanding Georges de la Tour wines in the mid-1900’s,
he offered Paul his choice of rows. Paul jumped at the chance, and the rest is history;
a history that includes a ‘100-point’ score from Robert Parker, Jr., for the 2002
vintage. The 2005 was rated ‘95+’ points by Robert Parker, Jr, of Wine Advocate
and ‘95’ points by James Laube of Wine Spectator.
Donated by:
Paul Hobbs Winery
HdV is a joint venture of love and dedication
by two great wine families. The family of Aubert de Villaine of the esteemed Domaine
de la Romanee-Conti of Burgundy’s Cote d’Or and that of Larry Hyde of Hyde Vineyards
in Carneros, one of the world’s most respected growers. Together they envisioned
a winery to produce world-class wines of classic style by using only the fruit of
the Hyde Vineyard. Chardonnay is the principle focus with an outstanding Bordeaux
blend and Syrah as well. Stephane Vivier is the “hands-on” winemaker and brings
all of his Burgundian skills to create wines of great elegance that speak of the
vineyard. When not tending the wines in the cellar, Stephane spends his time in
the vineyards getting to know each block and vine and what can be expected of them.
Stephane chooses to harvest a bit earlier than many of Hyde’s prestigious clients
to capture every true essence – fruit, acid, balance and structure – the vineyard
has to offer. This is a complete vertical collection in rare 3.0L formats to highlight
just how ethereal a California Chardonnay can be.
Donated by:
HdV
2010 is the “Year of Tourism” in Vietnam
at the same time Hanoi kicks off their “1000-Year Celebration.” In recognition of
these major events, our friends and supporters in Vietnam have created an unforgettable
11-day, 10-night 5-star holiday in their charming and colorful country that includes:
- Three nights in a one-bedroom Villa
at The Nam Hai, just north of the historical city of Hoi An located 30 km south
of Da Nang on the Central Coast of Quang Nam Province. Set amid lush landscaping
with unobstructed ocean views, The Nam Hai offers a culturally inviting experience
with all the charms of true Vietnamese hospitality. Your Villa features luxurious
indoor and outdoor sitting areas and lavish bathroom that opens into a private
garden with an outdoor shower. Includes daily breakfast, airport transfers,
and bicycle ride to the nearby market followed by a Vietnamese cooking class
and limo transfer to Hue. The Nam Hai has two gourmet restaurants, a tropical
spa beside a lagoon, three beachfront swimming pools and an 18-hole golf course.
Valid to 5/15/11, excluding 12/20/10-1/10/11.
- Two nights in a Double Superior Guestroom
at La Résidence Hotel & Spa in Hue, stunningly positioned on the fabled Perfume
River overlooking Hue’s Citadel, once home to Emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty.
This true boutique hotel has taken great care to preserve the comfort and atmosphere
of a classic colonial villa. The Tombs of the Hue Kings and the city’s imperial
citadel have been recognized by UNESCO as cultural treasures. Enjoy an in-depth
and fascinating tour of Hue provided by the leading tour expert Exotissimo.
Includes lunch, private boat trip on the Perfume River, all transfers.
- Two nights in a Deluxe Guestroom
at Caravelle Hotel, the leading international 5-star hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Experience legendary hospitality in the heart of Saigon from your ideal location
right in the center of the business, shopping, market and entertainment district.
Includes daily international buffet breakfast in Restaurant Nineteen. Valid
to 5/15/11.
- Two nights in a Premium Room at Sofitel
Metropole Hanoi. Located at the heart of Hanoi close to the Old Quarter, Sofitel
Legend Metropole Hanoi has a long history of being a luxury place for many prestigious
events and popular rendezvous. This charming hotel blends warm Vietnamese hospitality
with European luxury heritage for a truly memorable stay. Valid to 5/15/11.
- Plus, an overnight journey aboard
the replica steamer Emeraude, cruising through the amazing Halong Bay. Your
Deluxe French Colonial-style Cabin includes private shower and air conditioning.
Cruise among hundreds of islets in Halong Bay followed by an excursion to Sung
Sot Grotto. Your choice of swimming, kayaking or a wellness program. Includes
all meals plus a cooking demonstration. Valid to 5/15/11. All reservations
subject to availability. Airfare not included.
Donated by:
The Nam Hai
La Résidence Hotel & Spa
Caravelle Hotel
Sofitel Metropole Hanoi
Emeraude Cruises
Exotissimo
An unforgettable visit for three
couples to the last of the grand Victorian hotels in Watch Hill, Rhode
Island. Here, you’ll discover life is still lived much as it was a century
ago, a tranquil timetable of tides and sun, teatime and cocktails, sailing regattas
and bonfires on the beach. Perched high on the bluffs of Watch Hill, the Ocean
House has been meticulously reconstructed to pay tribute to its storied past and
offer exceptional personal experiences for guests, members and residents. The Ocean
House's celebrated hotel and residential accommodations, uncompromising service,
beachfront location, and world-class amenities pay homage to New England's golden
age of hospitality with timeless elegance and renewed civility.
This memorable package offers a three-day, two-night stay in the Penthouse Suite
that consists of 5500 square feet of living space, three bedrooms, a media room,
a full kitchen, and 2500-square feet of exterior entertainment space featuring
a bathroom, outdoor kitchen and a glass sunroom. With views of both the Atlantic
Ocean and Little Narragansett Bay and spanning the entire south wing of the fourth
floor, this is the hotel’s largest suite. Plus, you’ll savor dinner for six
with a special menu created by Executive Chef Albert Cannito and matched to a selection
of local area wines. You’ll choose to enjoy the entire dinner in your suite
or in the restaurant. Night two brings you a choice of a cocktail cruise on
the resort’s 33’ antique motor yacht or a private lobster bake on the beach.
Plus: experience a private day tour with the food forager to some neighboring farms
or perhaps go out on a lobster boat and catch your own for dinner! Perhaps
you will choose to enjoy a local winery tour or visit one or two of the fantastic
cheese makers in the area and spend a day making cheese. The Ocean House is as much
about the local food scene as the historic waterfront and you’ll experience it all!!!
Valid to 6/30/11 and subject to availability. Excluding July and
August.
Donated by:
Ocean House
Canal & Co. and American Dream Vacations,
offers a six-night cruise for two on any of their custom-built ultra-comfortable
hotel barges. Choose a meticulously planned itinerary through any one of the most
enchanting and gastronomically famous regions of France. Depending upon your preferred
cruise date, your barge will cruise through Burgundy, Alsace, Champagne, the Upper
Loire, the Paris region, or Franche-Comte. Each day with Canal & Co. is an adventure
into beautiful landscapes of scenic splendor, celebrated chateaux, cathedrals, towns
and villages left behind by time. All Canal & Co. vessels offer the highest level
of comfort, the finest cuisine, outstanding selection of wines and unsurpassed service
with a crew per passenger ratio of 1 to 3. A barge vacation is a change of pace
from what most people have experienced. There is a certain intimacy that comes from
slowness, from being with a small group and from the realization that as you amble
through the cobble stone streets of a medieval village that the very stones you
are walking on have been walked on by people like you for centuries!
Plus, a “Loires Wines Discovery Package” from Chateau d’Artigny. Overlooking the
Loire’s Indre Valley, the majestic Artigny Castle is a Belle Epoque dream stretching
over 60 acres with magnificent French-style gardens. You are cordially invited to
stay at this illustrious and historic castle hotel and enjoy overnight accommodations
in a Superior Double Guestroom with lavish buffet breakfast and a visit and wine
tasting in Vouvray. Valid to 5/15/11, excluding Christmas and New Year and subject
to availability. Also included: round trip air transportation to Paris for
two in Business Class on American Airlines. Valid to 5/15/11.
Subject to availability. Transportation to the Loire Valley and the barge
departure point not included.
Donated by:
American Airlines
Chateau d’Artigny
Small Luxury Hotels of the World
American Dream Vacations
Under the stewardship of Jim Clendenen,
Au Bon Climat has cultivated an international reputation for its Pinot Noir and
Chardonnay, along with other time-honored old-world varietals. Former “Winemasters”
Co-chairman and the “Mind Behind” at Au Bon Climat, Jim is recognized worldwide
for his classically styled wines. Au Bon Climat was on Robert Parker's short list
of Best Wineries in the World and selected by Oz Clark as one of fifty worldwide
creators of Modern Classic Wines. Food & Wine Magazine named Jim "Winemaker
of the Year" and in 2007, Jim was inducted into the James Beard Foundation’s “Who’s
Who of Food and Beverage in America.” Tonight, Jim is pairing his winemaking expertise
with the culinary talents of Chef Josiah Citrin of two-star Michelin Mélisse Restaurant
fame for an extraordinary evening for ten.
The fete will take place at Jim’s guest estate “Rancho La Cuna” in Los Alamos and
will feature a multi-course dinner prepared by Chef Citrin and expertly paired with
Clendenen-made wines from Jim’s personal cellar. What could be more memorable than
world-renowned wines, cuisine from a Michelin 2-star chef and enough camaraderie
to last a lifetime???!!!! Valid to 5/15/11 at a mutually convenient date.
Donated by:
Jim Clendenen, Au Bon Climat
Josiah Citrin, Mélisse Restaurant
Dale Chihuly is one of the most talented
and renowned artists in the world today. His work can be seen in over 200
museums, from his hometown of Tacoma, Washington to the farthest-reaching corners
of the globe. Dale became captivated by glassblowing in the 60’s. He
is credited for establishing the blown-glass form as an accepted vehicle for installation
and environmental art beginning in the late twentieth century and continuing today.
Tonight you will have the opportunity to take home two one-of-a kind pieces from
Chihuly.
11-A
An original Chihuly glass sculpture, Coral Pink and White Seaform Set,
2000 and measures 11 x 18 x 19". This piece is numbered 00.649.s7
11-B
An original drawing entitled, “Baskets Drawing,” created in 2009. The beautifully
framed piece measures 30 x 22” and is numbered 09.265.d1. About his drawings, Chihuly
says, “The Drawings have to do with releasing energy. Somebody once said that people
become artists because they have a certain kind of energy to release, and that rang
true to me. It's not the kind of energy you can work off in the weight room. It
must have an outlet--it must be released to someone. That's really why I draw."
Donated by:
Leslie and Dale Chihuly.
Domaine de la Romanee-Conti is one of
the most famous names in Burgundy with perhaps the largest holding of Grands
Cru vineyards (25.6 hectares spread among seven vineyard sites). Aubert de
Villaine heads up the domaine as he has for many years. Aubert sees no compromise
in creating wines from historic Grands Cru vineyards that will hold their
place at the highest echelon of the world’s greatest wines. Romanee-Saint-Vivant
is the closest Grands Cru vineyard to the village of Vosne-Romanee. The
portion of the vineyard belonging to DRC runs along the village’s northern end and
behind the historic church. The wines of Romanee-Saint-Vivant are among the most
delicate and feminine of the Vosne Grand Crus, setting them apart from
the others and appealing to Burgundy fanciers worldwide. DRC is one of several prestigious
domaines to craft wine from this heralded vineyard and year after year is seen as
one of the best. 1996 was the finest red burgundy vintage since the memorable 1990,
displaying the rare combination of high ripeness with bracing acidity. Robert Parker
spoke of the “complex fragrances of perfume, roses, violets and Asian spice” with
a good depth of fruit. This is a memorable wine very typical of the vineyard and
the DRC character.
Donated by:
Sharon and Hal Lampert
Robert Parker described this stellar wine
stating, “Domaine de Pegau’s magical 2003 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee da Capo is a
magnificent offering” and then went on to award it 99 – 100 points. He further comments,
“it is an enormously endowed, hugely concentrated, exhilarating effort that will
last for three decades or more. It is a strong candidate for the wine of the vintage.”
Domaine du Pegau was formed in 1987 when Laurence Feraud returned to join her father
Paul Feraud in the family’s Domaine Feraud after her oenological studies were complete.
Together with Laurence’s husband Mark, they organically farm 17 hectares spread
over eleven parcels in Chateauneuf de Pape and have become one of the finest houses
in this venerable area. Just two barrels from different soil types produced the
2003 Cuvee da Capo, and it was aged an additional 18 months in barrel. The total
production was a mere 240 magnums and only a few 3.0Ls. Very rarely will you see
this collector’s gem available at auction and we are proud to offer it this evening.
Donated by:
Hilary and Michael La Tondre
2005 is universally regarded as one of
the finest Bordeaux vintages in history. And Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion is among
the most coveted of the vintage. Jean-Phillipe Delmas, the 3rd
generation of winemaking at Chateau Haut-Brion, is at the winemaking helm for La
Mission as well. James Lawther (Decanter), Jancis Robinson and Farr Vintners (London)
all rated it 19 of 20 points while James Suckling (Wine Spectator) and Robert Parker
(Wine Advocate) awarded 98 points. James Suckling went on to say “This may even
be better than I scored it for the magazine... So typical. Talk about terroir.”
James Lawther observes “A classic La Mission, powerful with more Merlot than usual.”
And Farr Vintners (London) adds that with the higher Merlot component (69%) it could
be the “Pomerol of the left bank.” Powerful yet elegant, expressive in both the
nose and palate, dense, rich, and classic are all descriptors commonly used to describe
this magnificent wine. Production of the 2005 La Mission Haut-Brion is lower than
previous vintages further enhancing the value of this very rare Imperial.
Donated by:
Chateau Haut-Brion
H.R.H Prince Robert of Luxembourg
Domaine Clarence Dillon
Explore the best of Bordeaux during an
eight-day, seven-night holiday for two to Bordeaux and Paris. You’ll fly to and
from France in the comfort of American Airline’s renowned Business Class
cabin. Here’s your chance to discover the “new Paris” and the St.-Blaise neighborhood
of the 20th Arrondissement — a sleepy enclave on the eastern edge of Paris and close
to Père Lachaise Cemetery (Jim Morrison’s final resting place). The location gives
you a new perspective on Paris; the design gives you a new perspective on the world.
Enjoy two nights in Mama Luxe Double accommodations at the ultra hip Mama Shelter
Paris, selected by Travel + Leisure as the “Best Design Hotel for 2009.”
Then, discover the magic of a 19th-century château. Welcome to Hotel Grand Barrail
Château Resort & Spa, a haven of refinement and wellbeing in the heart of the prestigious
Saint Emilion vineyards. Enjoy a two-night stay in a St. Emilion Guestroom with
daily breakfast. The château’s pretty spires, dome, and stonework balconies are
enchanting, while inside, sunlight filters through delicate stained-glass windows
in the dining rooms. Most of the rooms and suites have a terrace or balcony with
views of the vineyards and are individually decorated to reflect the peace and tranquillity
of the surroundings.
Finally, explore the very heart of Bordeaux during a three-night stay at The Regent
Grand Hotel Bordeaux, nextled in the Golden Triangle, facing the Grand Theatre in
the city of Bordeaux. This luxury 5-star hotel offers the ultimate in elegance and
style and has reclaimed its place as the most majestic luxury hotel in the city.
The Regent Grand Hotel Bordeaux has undergone a comprehensive and faithful restoration
and features lavish hotel rooms styled by famed French designer Jacques Garcia,
the stunning Les Bains de Lea Spa and gourmet restaurants.
While in Bordeaux, you’ll enjoy these private VIP tours and tastings at:
- Cos d’Estournel – a guided tour followed
by lunch
- Chateau Margaux – a VIP tour and
tasting
- Chateau Le Pin – a VIP tour and tasting
- Veux Chateau Certan – a VIP tour
and tasting
- Chateau Latour – a VIP tour and tasting
Bordeaux package and air travel on American
Airlines valid to 5/15/11, subject to availability. Travel between Paris and Bordeaux
not included.
Donated by:
American Airlines
Mama Shelter Paris
Altour – the Leading Expert in Travel
Hotel & Spa Grand Barrail
Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Chateau Margaux
Chateau Le Pin
Veux Chateau Certan
Chateau Cos d’Estournel
Chateau Latour
Conserving the environment... Preserving
the native cultures... Developing sustainable tourism in Peru...
For over 30 years, Inkaterra has pioneered and promoted sustainable tourism in Peru.
With the Inkaterra Machu Picchu in the heart of Andean cloud forest, and Reserva
Amazonica, on the banks of the Madre de Dios River in the Amazonian forest, Inkaterra
has introduced many thousands of people to the natural wonders and the indigenous
cultures of Peru. Luxury Travel to Peru. Tonight, Inkaterra has fashioned an unforgettable
eight-night, nine-day singular adventure that includes:
- Three nights: Amazon Rainforest,
Puerto Maldonado/Tambopata. Traveling to Tambopata National Reserve
offers a rare opportunity to discover a lively biodiversity of birds, mammals,
reptiles, insects and trees. Record-setting numbers of animal species are concentrated
within small areas, and the variety of plant life is greater than almost anywhere
in the world. Upon arrival, your private interpreter, who will assist you with
your luggage, will greet you at the Puerto Maldonado Airport. Begin to experience
the enchantment of the rainforest as you take a 45-minute boat ride along the
Madre de Dios River on your private boat, to arrive at Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
lodge. After a short briefing, settle into your beautiful cabaña and enjoy your
lunch in the dining room. Your rainforest retreat comprises a private covered
terrace with plunge pool, plus sunbathing chairs and outdoor shower. Take a
siesta, share a refreshing teatime and get ready for the afternoon excursion.
Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica offers 12 A-La-Carte Excursions, with duration of
¼ day, ½ day or one day, and at three levels of intensity. You may create your
own itinerary according to your preferences. During your stay, you may want
to experience The Canopy Tree House, complete with Canopy Butler who can assist
you with a private dinner in your tree house.
- Two nights:
Cusco. While in Cusco, you stay in a Plaza Suite at Inkaterra
La Casona, a four-century fusion of colonial and Inca culture. This striking
16th century mansion, built over the palace of Inca Manco Capac, has been meticulously
restored as a boutique hotel celebrating Cusco’s hybrid history and tradition.
Cusco was the ancient capital and spiritual heart of the Inca Empire, as well
as an important colonial centre. Cusco today is known for its extraordinary
handicrafts, and is home to some of Peru’s most talented textile and ceramic
artists, as well as to superb restaurants and lively nightlife.
- Three nights: Machu Picchu.
After a train ride from Cusco to Machu Picchu, you’ll stay in the town
of Aguas Calientes at the foot of Machu Picchu. Enjoy private villa accommodations
at the intimate Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, a rustic boutique hotel
with the look of a lovely Andean village in the heart of the Machu Picchu Historical
Sanctuary. Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world for its amazing archaeological
heritage, is proved to be the favored country retreat for the royal family and
Inca Nobility. The surrounding mountains, the natural beauty of its cloud forest
and its significant lower altitude than Cusco inspired the Incas to build Machu
Picchu Citadel. Enjoy the spirituality and mystery of the region through many
choices of programs and activities offered in the Park.
American Airlines’ International Flagship service for two to Peru in
Business Class. This adventure includes daily meals (most dinners,
all breakfasts and some lunches). Valid to 5/15/11 and subject to availability.
Donated by:
Inkaterra
American Airlines
JG Black Book of Travel
Explore the private island of Ambergris
Cay, one of the most exclusive private destinations in the Caribbean and experience
the inimitable opportunity to indulge in a truly private, truly luxurious retreat
at Turks & Caicos Sporting Club. Two couples are invited to enjoy temporary club
membership privileges while experiencing the finest service, luxury accommodations,
gourmet Caribbean cuisine and a host of exciting outdoor pursuits and favorite activities
planned by your personal concierge.
This four-day, three-night tropical destination package includes:
- Accommodations on Ambergris Cay in
your choice of a luxury oceanfront Safari Tent handcrafted in Africa or a gorgeous
oceanfront cottage bungalows
- $175 daily credit that can be used
toward meals, activities or spa services (excludes alcohol)
- Outdoor pursuits including:
(1/2 Day) World-class BONEFISHING with resident guide in un-surveyed waters
(1) NATURE TOUR with resident Sporting Club Naturalist
(1) SNORKELING excursion over the Turks & Caicos’ unspoiled reefs
(1) KAYAKING expedition
- Private tour of the island and amenities
- Private flight between Turks & Caicos
Sporting Club at Ambergris Cay and Providenciales, TCI. Approximately 30 minute
travel time.
Turks & Caicos Sporting Club at Ambergris
Cay is a private residential sporting community and equity membership club developed
by DPS Sporting Club Development Company on a 1,100-acre private island at the southeastern
end of the Caicos Banks. The island is nearly 3.3 miles long by 1.5 miles wide,
rises to 92 feet and has eight miles of pristine waterfront. Other award-winning
Sporting Clubs developed by DPS include The Ford Plantation in Georgia, Deep Water
Cay Club in the Bahamas and The Greenbrier Sporting Club in West Virginia. Valid
to 11/15/10 and subject to availability. Guests are responsible for airfare (to
and from) Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, fees associated with massage,
diving, deep-sea fishing, meals and alcoholic beverages. Non-transferable.
Donated by:
DPS Sporting Club Development Company, LLC.
Since the beginning of his celebrated
career, master Chef and hospitality entrepreneur Charlie Palmer has received critical
acclaim for his signature Progressive American Cooking, a style built on rambunctious
flavors and unexpected combinations with a deep and lasting infusion of classical
French cuisine. Over the years, Palmer combined his creative cooking spirit and
flair for business to open thirteen notable restaurants across the country, a growing
collection of food-forward wine shops and award-winning boutique hotels. But even
today, the chef still steps in the kitchen with reinvention on his mind. A frequent
guest on NBC's Today Show, Charlie Palmer is also the author of four cookbooks.
Tonight, Chef Palmer invites FOUR people to enjoy a private cooking
class followed by dinner and wine pairings. Your epicurean experience will take
place at Charlie Palmer’s in Bloomingdales located in South Coast Plaza in Costa
Mesa. Arranging the lesson is dependant upon Chef Palmer’s travel schedule.
Following dinner, both couples will enjoy overnight accommodations in beautifully
appointed guestrooms at The Westin South Coast Plaza where you’ll discover a host
of new personal sensory experiences, including music, lighting, even aromatics and
botanicals, all created to soothe and stimulate. Your adventure continues the following
day when Chuck Macfarland, CEO of Air Resources Helicopters in Costa Mesa invites
you to join him for a private aerial tour of Southern California. Package valid
to 5/15/11 and subject to availability.
Donated by:
Chef Charlie Palmer
Air Resources Helicopters, Inc.
The Westin South Coast Plaza
This superb package is now a five-day, four-night
Washington wine country getaway for TWO couples that starts as Alaska Airlines
whisks you off to the beautiful Northwest and Seattle, Washington. Start with two nights at
the incomparable Willows Lodge, named, “One of the World’s Top 50 Most Romantic Getaways” by Travel & Leisure.
Rural and rustic in ambience, The Willows is one of the most acclaimed luxury lodging facilities in greater
Seattle. Guestrooms feature fireplaces, oversized soaking tubs with separate shower, Frette Italian linens,
personal bars and patios or balconies with lush views. While on the Eastside, explore Washington’s wine country
in Woodinville with private tours and tastings at several of Washington’s best wineries. Take home tonight a
magnum each of 2006 Barons V Cabernet Sauvignon and 2006 DeLille D2.
Then, it's on to Walla Walla, considered one of the best wine regions in Washington State. During
your stay, you’ll enjoy accommodations at the new Walla Walla Inns. Stay two nights at either
their historic Main Street location with guestrooms offering contemporary elegance
or enjoy their sophisticated suite accommodations at the Ahler Vineyard. While
you are in Walla Walla get ready to savor an amazing dinner in the vineyard at Va
Piano prepared by the executive chef from Seattle’s landmark El Gaucho Steakhouse.
During dinner, you will be treated to a selection of the award winning Va Piano
wines made by Justin Wylie. Take home tonight a magnum of 2006 Walla Faces
Cabernet and a magnum of 2007 Va Piano Cabernet. As an incredibly special bonus,
Winemaker/Vintner Eric Dunham and Vintner Kyle MacLachlan present each couple with a 9.0L of 2006
Pursued by Bear. This Walla Walla label is the project of actor/wine lover Kyle
MacLachlan, well known for many roles including Desperate Housewives, and
renowned winemaker Eric Dunham. The 2006 vintage is beautifully structured
with rich cherry cola, pomegranate and a sultry fresh roasted coffee nuance with
giant blueberries, black cherries and friar plums. Getaway valid to 5/16/11
and subject to availability. Alaska Airlines, good for any
flights numbered 1-999 and/or Horizon Air flights numbered 2000-2999. There are
NO BLACKOUT DATES. Valid to 5/15/11. May not be sold or transferred, not
redeemable for cash, not eligible for Mileage Plan credit. Mileage Plan or paid
upgrades may be used, but complimentary upgrades are not available. Stopovers are
allowed. Please allow 2 weeks for processing. Gratuity not included. Package is
based upon a mutually agreeable date.
Donated by:
Walla Faces Inns
Walla Faces
Willows Lodge
El Gaucho Steakhouse
DeLille Cellars
Barons V
Va Piano
Pursued by Bear
TWO COUPLES will become
the Biggest “Winners” when you journey to JUSTIN Vineyards &Winery to try your chance
at separating Winners from Losers. On arrival you will be welcomed with a glass
of JUSTIN wine, unwind and check into the sumptuous JUST Inn. First evening you
will dine at Paso Robles newest dining hotspot “Il Cortile” where proprietor Carole
MacDonal will greet you and share her experiences as producer of one of TV’s most
popular shows, The Biggest Loser! Learn behind the scenes insight to the
show to prepare you for the next day’s effort necessary to assure you become the
JUSTIN Biggest Winner!
Awake the following day to a hearty breakfast before proceeding to the winery and
vineyards to try your hand at becoming the next JUSTIN Biggest Winner. Enjoy a vineyard
tour by JUSTIN’s vineyard manager, delve into a private facility tour and barrel
tasting and then sit down for an incredible and in-depth sensory evaluation seminar
reviewing winemaking techniques, styles and tasting tips using current and library
JUSTIN vintages. Pay attention because your knowledge will then be tested in a round
of JUSTIN “Paso Poker.” Couples will be asked questions about JUSTIN, taste wines
blind, be asked to identify winery and vineyard photos and about their wine comprehension
in general. Each couple will be given a case of JUST ISOSCELES to use as “chips”
in betting on the questions. The couple with the most bottles at the end of the
game will be crowned JUSTIN Biggest Winner and take home all bottles won. In addition,
that couple will receive two (2) coveted tickets to the live performance of the
2010 season finale of TV’s hottest reality show, The Biggest Loser. Justin
and Deborah Baldwin, proprietors, will personally bestow on you this coveted award
at a ceremony to be held in their chateau where you will be toasted with vintage
champagne and both couples will be awarded a signed magnum of ISOSCELES in recognition
of their efforts.
That evening, you will dine in the award-wnning Deborah’s Room set in the JUSTIN
vineyards. You will be hosted by a member of the JUSTIN winemaking team and take
pleasure in a multi-course Epicurean adventure accompanied by fine old and current
JUSTIN wines. No one loses but those not lucky enough to successfully bid on this
lot!! Ante up!
- Two-night mid-week stay for TWO COUPLES
at the JUST Inn with welcome glass of champagne (Valid Sunday-Thursday to
5/15/11, excluding holidays)
- Two nights dinner and wine: first
night at Il Cortile Restaurant with host/owner Carole MacDonal owner and producer
of TV’s The Biggest Loser. Second night – Deborah’s Room hosted by
a member of the JUSTIN winemaking team
- Private vineyard tour with JUSTIN
vineyard manager
- Private tour of the barrel caves
and winery facilities and tasting of JUSTIN wines
- Private Sensory Evaluation Seminar
- Private JUST barrels and bottle tour
- A game of JUSTIN “Paso Poker” winner
take all with two cases of JUSTIN ISOSCELES as “chips”
- Two (2) coveted tickets to the live
performance of the 2010 Season Finale of The Biggest Loser
- Vintage champagne reception and award
ceremony with Deborah and Justin Baldwin at “Chateau Baldwin”
- Signed magnums of JUSTIN ISOSCELES
for each couple
Donated by:
JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery
Director, producer and Oscar-winning actor
Dustin Hoffman and his wife, Lisa, along with 2010 “Winemasters” Honorary Chairmen
Pam Starr and Josiah Citrin extend an invitation to EIGHT fun-loving
wine and food enthusiasts to join them for a truly memorable dinner in the private
wine cellar at Mélisse in Santa Monica. Michelin two-star chef and restaurateur
Josiah Citrin will prepare his traditional French cuisine with American sensibilities,
resulting in a truly extraordinary sensory experience. A Mobil Travel Guide 4-star
recipient 8 years running, Josiah has a reputation for coaxing exquisite flavors
out of unlikely pairings and embracing fine dining in the casual culture of Southern
California. Little wonder that Mélisse has been voted Zagat’s #1 Top Food in
Los Angeles with the #1 Wine List in Los Angeles.
Pam Starr has been making some of the best wines in Napa Valley since the mid-'80s.
After stints at Sonoma-Cutrer, Edna Valley, and Carmenet she made her big mark in
the '90s at Spottswoode, where the 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon was cited by Robert Parker
for its "Chateau Margaux-like elegance". Pam struck out on her own in 1997
and founded a partnership with Charlie Crocker to resurrect an 1870’s winery in
St. Helena. Their commitment to sustainable and organic farming techniques coupled
with cutting edge winemaking tools and guided by expert hands have combined the
best of both old world philosophy and new world fruit. All of Pam’s wines, the Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon “Stone Place”, the Estate Cabernet Franc, and Sauvignon
Blanc are yours to enjoy with Josiah’s legendary cuisine. Valid to 5/15/11 at
a mutually convenient time for all. Dinner excludes gratuity.
Donated by:
Pam Starr, Crocker & Starr Wines
Josiah Citrin, Mélisse Restaurant
Lisa and Dustin Hoffman
Xtreme Green Products is an eco-vehicle
company designing and building revolutionary, electric-powered, land vehicles and
personal watercraft. Xtreme Green’s leading consumer vehicle is the X Rider; the
most advanced Green Urban Commuter. This powerful, yet efficient, electric vehicle
can travel up to 65 miles per hour with a range up to 100 miles per charge. With
just over 2 hours required for recharging, the X Rider is a perfect alternative
for commuting to the office and traveling around town. The X Rider is the ultimate
electric, two-passenger, Green Urban Commuter. With an operational cost as low as
$0.003 per mile, the X Rider is the perfect eco-friendly alternative to traditional
fuel-powered transportation. Your choice of eye-catching colors!
X Rider Special Features:
- 4500 watt - 72 volt proprietary hub
motor
- 6.5 feet long, wheelbase of 4.8 feet
- Load capacity of 330 pounds
- State of the Art, 60 Amp Hour, 72
Volt Lithium Ion (LFP) Battery Propulsion System (6kWh battery pack)
- Range between charges up to 100 miles
- Lithium Ion Battery System will last
for over 2000 charges – about 7 years based on one charge per day
- Proprietary, computerized Battery
Management System for safety and long life
- Speeds approaching 65 MPH
- Climbing capacity of over 20 degree
grade
- Front and rear disc brakes
- Built-in battery charger – 110/220
volt
- 2 to 3 hour charge time from empty
- Net weight of 371 pounds
Donated by:
Xtreme Green Products
With the youngest fleet sailing today,
Celebrity Cruises consistently ranks as the best in the world. "The highest rated
large cruise ships in the industry belong to Celebrity Cruises," according to
Conde Nast Traveler magazine. Recognized with five and six-star rankings,
Celebrity Cruises is committed to innovative design, impeccable service and unparalleled
spa and dining experiences. Celebrity's newest ship, Celebrity Equinox, is clearly
the most innovative ship ever built. A floating masterpiece crafted by world-class
architects and designers. Come inhale the fragrance of a beautifully manicured half
acre of live grass at the lawn club, experience the only glass blowing studio at
sea, and embark on a culinary journey in one of ten spectacular restaurants featuring
some of the world's finest chefs.
You'll be treated famously aboard Celebrity Cruises with your choice of any
TEN or ELEVEN-NIGHT Mediterranean,
or Greek Isle cruise through May 14, 2011. Set sail on Celebrity Equinox in the
eastern Mediterranean and Greek Isles, and you'll visit some of the most exciting
ports of call in the world while experiencing a truly memorable voyage. Your dream
cruise will sail from Rome, Italy and visit such remarkable ports of call as Santorini,
Mykonos, Rhodes, and Athens (Greece), Istanbul and Ephesus, (Turkey), Sicily, Naples
and Rome (Italy). Celebrity Cruises…Designed for You!
Your memorable cruise for two on Celebrity Cruises includes an Ocean view Stateroom
and an opportunity to experience the journey of a lifetime. Celebrity Cruises radiates
the elegance and ambience one would find in one of the world's finest hotels. Onboard
amenities and services are all presented with the utmost taste and the inimitable
Celebrity style. Bon voyage!! Cruise is valid on any ten or eleven-night Celebrity
Cruises sailing in Europe through May 14, 2011 and is based on space availability.
Cruise should be booked as soon as possible, but no later than two weeks prior to
sailing. This package does not include air transportation, ground transfers, shore
excursions, gratuities, alcoholic beverages, departure taxes, fees, specialty dining,
or items of a personal nature.
Donated by:
Celebrity Cruises
Spring Mountain District — above the Napa
Valley — is a place of individuals, more often than not, of couples, of families,
of stubborn, independent people with passion, dreams and a whole lot of energy.
Spring Mountain, officially established as an AVA (American Viticulture Area) in
1993, was described 25 years ago by a prominent wine writer as “probably more responsible
than any other Napa hillside for creating the mystique of ‘mountain grapes.’ ” This
mountain appellation is defined by vineyards that range from small to smaller, often
hand-tilled on terraces and sloping meadows, and wineries hidden from view among
dark forests and steep winding roads. Over the years, despite its limited space
and remoteness, the appellation has produced an abundance of wines acclaimed worldwide
for the unmistakable intense flavor and delicate, balanced tannins that are now
the signature of Spring Mountain wines.
Tonight, the Spring Mountain District Association offers a truly singular adventure
and wine collection especially for TWO COUPLES. This Spring Mountain
experience includes:
- A three-day, two-night stay at Villa
Valentine, the spectacular Terra Valentine guesthouse
- Dinner for four at Guilliams Vineyard
- Lunch for four at Paloma Vineyard,
including a VIP tour and tasting
- VIP tour and private tasting at Spring
Mountain Vineyards
- A food and wine pairing plus private
tour and tasting at Schweiger Vineyards
- A VIP tour and tasting at Barnett
Vineyards
- A VIP tour and tasting at Cain Vineyard
& Winery
- A “Bocce Ball Lunch” at Vineyard
7 & 8
- A private tour and Reserve tasting
at Marston Vineyard
Valid to 5/15/11 at a mutually convenient
time.
But that’s not all!!! How about this impressive collection of magnums
and 750’s?
1 magnum 2006 Erna Schein Knock Out Cabernet
1 magnum 2006 Frias Family Cabernet Sauvignon Estate
1 magnum 2007 Pride Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
1 magnum 2006 Terra Valentine Cabernet Sauvignon
1 magnum 2005 Guilliams Cabernet Sauvignon
1 magnum 2005 Spring Mountain Elivette
1 magnum 2007 Barnett Cabernet Sauvignon Rattlesnake Hill
1 magnum 2005 Keenan Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
1 magnum 2005 Schweiger Cabernet Sauvignon
1 magnum 2005 Cain 5
1 magnum 2006 Marston Cabernet Sauvignon
1 magnum 2006 Vineyard 7 & 8 “7” Cabernet Sauvignon
1 magnum 2006 Newton BDX
1 magnum 2006 Sherwin FamilyCabernet Sauvignon Estate
** Commemorative American Flag Etched **
2 bottles 2006 Fantesca Cabernet Sauvignon Estate
2 bottles 2007 Paloma Merlot
2 bottles 2007 Andesite Mervignon
14 magnums, 6 bottles total
Donated by:
Spring Mountain District Association
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