15th Annual Wine Event – Live Auction Lots
1 Generations Value: $ 500
From Raymond Vineyards, we bring you a magnum of the esteemed 2003 Generations, a celebration of family and community with a nod to the first Vineyard donating to the inaugural Wine Event in 2003. Generations is a tribute to five generations of Raymond family wine making in the Napa Valley. This limited production wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and the family’s ultimate expression of this varietal with the grapes hand selected from some of the best vineyards in St. Helena and Rutherford. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to savor this 15-year library wine that is no longer available for purchase. This Cabernet is drinking well now, but can be cellared for 15-20 years from the vintage date. (1 bottle, 1.5L) Donated by Raymond Vineyards
2 Arkenstone Sauvignon Blanc Value: $500
From Arkenstone’s Howell Mountain Estate we present six (6) bottles of the 2014 Sauvignon Blanc. A true stunner, this Sauvignon Blanc received 95 points from Robert Parker, Jr. – The Wine Enthusiast in 2016, the highest domestic rating for any Sauvignon Blanc. “Drink it over the next 4-5 years, although it’s purest certainly in its exuberant youth because of the aromatic fireworks!” Only 630 cases of this wine were produced; currently sold out! (6 bottles, 750 ml each) Donated by Arkenstone Vineyards and Friends of the Wine Event (2 Lots of 6 bottles each will be offered)
3 Doctor’s Orders Value: $ 750
From the Pauillac appellation of the Bordeaux region of France, we've got just what the Doctor Ordered: Three (3) bottles of the 2010 Chateau Pontet-Canet. An amazing wine made from grapes harvested between the end of September and October 17, the whole world has acclaimed the success of the vintage; some already hail it as legendary. The 2010 is the first 100% organic and biodynamic vintage. Purple in color, almost black, this wine is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot. Critically acclaimed by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (100 points), James Suckling (100 points), Wine Enthusiast (98 points), and Wine Spectator (97 points), we think you’ll fall in love with this legendary vintage. As they say, "Bordeaux never gets old, it only gets better!" It’s just what the Doctor Ordered! (3 bottles, 750 ml each) Donated from the Private Cellar of Dr. Frederick Suchy
4 Family Matters Value: $ 650
Celebrate Family with a collection of wine from Frank Family Vineyards, including: one (1) bottle of the 2014 Patriarch, a bold Cabernet crafted to honor the Patriarch of the family, Hy Frank; one (1) bottle of the 2010 Lady Edythe Reserve Brut, a unique vintage reserve sparkling varietal (52% Chardonnay and 48% Pinot Noir), created to honor Rich Frank’s late mother, Edythe; one(1) bottle of the 2014 S&J Vineyard Reserve Petite Sirah, named after his grandchildren Stella and Justin; one (1) bottle of the 2013 Winston Hill Napa Valley Red, named after the family dog “Winston”; and one (1) bottle of the 2014 The Riley Red Wine Blend, named after the family dog “Riley”. (5 bottles, 750 ml each) Donated by Frank Family Vineyards & Friends of the Wine Event
5 Cakebread Dancing Bear Vertical Value: $1,150
Named for the black bears that love to feast on their delicious grapes, Cakebread’s Dancing Bear Ranch Vineyard located on Howell Mountain delivers world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot year after year in its Dancing Bear Cabernet. This stunning three-year vertical includes two bottles each of the 2012, 2013 and 2014 vintages in a collector’s wood box. (6 bottles, 750 ml each) Signed by Bruce & Dennis Cakebread Donated by Cakebread Cellars & Friends of the Wine Event
6 Howell Mountain Reds Value: $1,800
When the fog rolls off the ocean and into the Napa Valley, the weather on Howell Mountain is sunny and cool. With cooler days, warmer nights and a more temperate climate, the fact that Howell Mountain receives nearly twice as much rain than the Valley below doesn’t interfere with the amazing production of wine from this Appellation, because the volcanic ash / red clay soil tends to be dry and nutrient poor, which stresses the vines and creates “wines with firm structure, incredible varietal intensity, and excellent aging properties.” From Howell Mountain we bring you this large format collection of reds (5 bottles, 1.5L each), including:
7 Exploring Boulder Value: $ 2,800
Explore Boulder with this fun local package including two nights’ stay for two at the St Julien Hotel & Spa, a Boulder mainstay and one of the best boutique hotels you’ll love to frequent with luxurious accommodations and oversized spa-like bathrooms right in the heart of Boulder and just steps away from the shops, restaurants and bars of Pearl Street Mall. Arrive in style driving a Masserati Lavante, with this 4-day, 3 night complimental rental from Sill TerHar Motors in Broomfield. Spend the afternoon hiking the hills of beautiful Chataqua Park, exploring the mountains surrounding Boulder, or browsing the shops on the Pearl Street Mall, followed by dinner for two at Jill’s Restaurant and Bistro, a modern bistro that encourages organic, sustainable farming practices and highlights contemporary American cuisine prepared with a French accent. You’ll also enjoy a gift card for $200 to Frasca Food & Wine, an Italian Restaurant with an extensive wine list and exquisite chef-inspired menu, and a $500 gift card to the Spa at St. Julien. (Reservations required for St. Julien Hotel & Spa, and Frasca Food & Wine; St. Julien Hotel GC expires 6/30/2019. Masserati rental for 4 days / 3 nights; 500 miles. Must have a restriction free driver’s license. Must have current full-coverage insurance policy. Reservations required.) Donated by the St. Julien Hotel & Spa, Frasca Food & Wine, Sill TerHar Motors, Inc. and Friends of The Wine Event
8 Stock Your Cellar: Napa Valley Wine Tour Value: $ 7,500
Say “Cheers!” to crafted wines and culinary experiences in Napa Valley, California with this four day, three-night trip for four. Guests will stay in luxurious accommodations at the Harvest Inn in St. Helena, located on Main Street in the heart of wine country, with breakfast daily. Enjoy private wine tastings for four at these top vineyards: 1) Frank Family Vineyards (includes two magnums of the 2014 Napa Valley Cabernet, signed by the winemaker to take home from the auction); 2) Joseph Phelps Vineyards; 3) Opus One Twilight Tour and Tasting (together with one bottle of the 2014 Opus One to take home from the auction); 4) Raymond Vineyards Tour and Private Tasting; 5) CADE and 6) Medlock Ames in Sonoma County (includes a seated wine and cheese pairing and a bottle of Medlock Ames 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, Bell Mountain Estate, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County (750 ml) to take home from the auction. Certificate expires 12/31/2019). Package also includes four (4) round trip tickets on Southwest Airlines. (Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates / Gift Cards cannot be replaced. Reservations must be made at least 60 days in advance of travel. Reservations also required for winery tours (guests must make all winery reservations directly). Southwest Airlines e-tickets expire on 6/6/2019. Each e-ticket is good for a one-way ticket, with two e-tickets required for round trip travel. Eight e-tickets are included. Reservations required. Contact Kathleen McBride for Harvest Inn hotel arrangements.) Donated by Featured Wineries & Friends of the Wine Event
9 Raise Your Paddle – Fund-A-Need PRICELESS
Raise your “paddle” as Auctioneer Ed Gold raises cash to support Guest Services at Children’s Hospital Colorado, supporting non-medical services and amenities for patients’ families.
10 Tuscan Wine Country – Cortona, Italy Value: $7,500
Bask in the glow of captivating Cortona, Italy, with this culinary and wine experience in Southern Tuscany. Enjoy 7-nights for 6 guests in Cortona, Italy at Casa Bacco, nestled in this jewel of medieval Tuscan hill towns. While there, enjoy a five-hour, chauffeured private tour and tasting of the Wines of Montepulciano with lunch prepared at Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. And don’t miss the opportunity to relax with a glass of wine and enjoy your private, in-home cooking class taught by a talented local chef. (Reservations required. Some restrictions apply. Stay Saturday to Saturday. Valid for 2 years from date of Purchase.) Travel Sponsored by Sojourn Ventures
11 Portugal & Spain Uncorked Value: $ PRICELESS
Fall in love with Spain and Portugal as you soak up the Sol in Barcelona, Spain and Lisbon, Portugal (Europe) for four nights in Barcelona at Hotel Neri (or similar) and two nights in Lisbon at the Pestana Vintage Porto (or similar) for two, including round trip airport transfers, evening Tapas and Wine Walking Tour, and the Gaudi Tour in Barcelona, and a private full-day winery tour of Douro Valley, which has been producing high-quality wines for centuries with the Porto Appellation of Origin being the oldest in Europe. (Airfare not excluded.) This package includes: 4 nights’ accommodations at the Hotel Neri (or similar) in Barcelona in a Classic Double Room; 2 nights’ accommodations at the Pestana Vintage Porto (or similar) in a Superior Double Room; Breakfast daily; arrival transfer in Barcelona; departure transfer in Porto; 4-hour small group Evening Tapas & Wine walking tour in Barcelona; 3.5 hour shared Gaudi Tour, including fast-track entrance to Sagrada Familia and Casa Batlló in Barcelona; private full-day Douro Valley Winery Tour; all room-related taxes and VAT; and free concierge reservation service. (Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Travel package is valid through December 2019. Advance reservations required. All travel booked through Mitch Stuart. Winner will be contacted for registration.) Travel Sponsored by Mitch Stuart
12 Arkenstone Estate Obsidian Vertical Value: $1,650
Spoil yourself with this six-year vertical of the esteemed Arkenstone Estate Obsidian Cabernet Sauvignon, including one bottle each of the 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014 vintages in a custom wood collector’s box. (6 bottles, 750 ml each) Donated by Arkenstone Vineyards and Friends of the Wine Event
13 Far Niente Cave Collection Value: $1,500
The Far Niente Cave Collection suits the desire to drink beautifully aged wines without the wait. Each January, Far Niente releases a limited selection of vintages from their library. These rare wines are available until the year’s allocation is sold out. Some disappear in a matter of weeks, while others remain longer. Enjoy this six-year vertical of Far Niente’s esteemed Cabernet Sauvignon, including one each of the 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 vintages. (6 bottles, 750 ml each, presented in a collector’s wood box.) Donated by Far Niente and Friends of the Wine Event
14 Epicurean Dinner for Eight Value: $1,500
Enjoy a delicious custom prepared meal for eight guests hosted by Epicurean Catering at Bella Cucina Giradino or Mangia Bevi Cafe. Dinner includes beer, wine & soda; food; staff; venue; decor. (Offer valid through January 1, 2019. Blackout dates apply, please contact Chef Bob at 720-488-2142 or [email protected].) Donated by Epicurean Culinary Group
15 Magnum of 2012 Opus One Value: $1,000
Celebrate your favorite wine lover with this large format collector’s bottle of the exquisite 2012 Opus One. The iconic 2012 Proprietary Red Opus One is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Malbec aged 18 months in French oak. A classy, complex, suave and savory Bordeaux-styled red, with notes of toasty oak and crème de cassis. This beautiful, full-bodied wine should drink well for 25-30 years from release. (1 bottle, 1.5L) Donated by Opus One & Friends of the Wine Event
16 Light Up the Night for Children! Value: PRICELESS
Kick off your holidays with a unique VIP experience at Children’s Hospital Colorado, where you and your family will join Hospital VIPs for a magical, once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience and light-up the Hospital’s Aurora Campus with holiday flare! Join Santa Clause for a private ride around the Hospital grounds and join the crowd just in time to flip the switch and light up the night for children! Guaranteed to fill your heart with the greatest holiday spirit! (Event scheduled for early December, 2018). Donated by Children’s Hospital Colorado
1 Generations Value: $ 500
From Raymond Vineyards, we bring you a magnum of the esteemed 2003 Generations, a celebration of family and community with a nod to the first Vineyard donating to the inaugural Wine Event in 2003. Generations is a tribute to five generations of Raymond family wine making in the Napa Valley. This limited production wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and the family’s ultimate expression of this varietal with the grapes hand selected from some of the best vineyards in St. Helena and Rutherford. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to savor this 15-year library wine that is no longer available for purchase. This Cabernet is drinking well now, but can be cellared for 15-20 years from the vintage date. (1 bottle, 1.5L) Donated by Raymond Vineyards
2 Arkenstone Sauvignon Blanc Value: $500
From Arkenstone’s Howell Mountain Estate we present six (6) bottles of the 2014 Sauvignon Blanc. A true stunner, this Sauvignon Blanc received 95 points from Robert Parker, Jr. – The Wine Enthusiast in 2016, the highest domestic rating for any Sauvignon Blanc. “Drink it over the next 4-5 years, although it’s purest certainly in its exuberant youth because of the aromatic fireworks!” Only 630 cases of this wine were produced; currently sold out! (6 bottles, 750 ml each) Donated by Arkenstone Vineyards and Friends of the Wine Event (2 Lots of 6 bottles each will be offered)
3 Doctor’s Orders Value: $ 750
From the Pauillac appellation of the Bordeaux region of France, we've got just what the Doctor Ordered: Three (3) bottles of the 2010 Chateau Pontet-Canet. An amazing wine made from grapes harvested between the end of September and October 17, the whole world has acclaimed the success of the vintage; some already hail it as legendary. The 2010 is the first 100% organic and biodynamic vintage. Purple in color, almost black, this wine is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot. Critically acclaimed by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (100 points), James Suckling (100 points), Wine Enthusiast (98 points), and Wine Spectator (97 points), we think you’ll fall in love with this legendary vintage. As they say, "Bordeaux never gets old, it only gets better!" It’s just what the Doctor Ordered! (3 bottles, 750 ml each) Donated from the Private Cellar of Dr. Frederick Suchy
4 Family Matters Value: $ 650
Celebrate Family with a collection of wine from Frank Family Vineyards, including: one (1) bottle of the 2014 Patriarch, a bold Cabernet crafted to honor the Patriarch of the family, Hy Frank; one (1) bottle of the 2010 Lady Edythe Reserve Brut, a unique vintage reserve sparkling varietal (52% Chardonnay and 48% Pinot Noir), created to honor Rich Frank’s late mother, Edythe; one(1) bottle of the 2014 S&J Vineyard Reserve Petite Sirah, named after his grandchildren Stella and Justin; one (1) bottle of the 2013 Winston Hill Napa Valley Red, named after the family dog “Winston”; and one (1) bottle of the 2014 The Riley Red Wine Blend, named after the family dog “Riley”. (5 bottles, 750 ml each) Donated by Frank Family Vineyards & Friends of the Wine Event
5 Cakebread Dancing Bear Vertical Value: $1,150
Named for the black bears that love to feast on their delicious grapes, Cakebread’s Dancing Bear Ranch Vineyard located on Howell Mountain delivers world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot year after year in its Dancing Bear Cabernet. This stunning three-year vertical includes two bottles each of the 2012, 2013 and 2014 vintages in a collector’s wood box. (6 bottles, 750 ml each) Signed by Bruce & Dennis Cakebread Donated by Cakebread Cellars & Friends of the Wine Event
6 Howell Mountain Reds Value: $1,800
When the fog rolls off the ocean and into the Napa Valley, the weather on Howell Mountain is sunny and cool. With cooler days, warmer nights and a more temperate climate, the fact that Howell Mountain receives nearly twice as much rain than the Valley below doesn’t interfere with the amazing production of wine from this Appellation, because the volcanic ash / red clay soil tends to be dry and nutrient poor, which stresses the vines and creates “wines with firm structure, incredible varietal intensity, and excellent aging properties.” From Howell Mountain we bring you this large format collection of reds (5 bottles, 1.5L each), including:
- 2013 Arkenstone Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (1.5L)
- 2012 CADE Howell Mountain Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (first vintage by winemaker Danielle Cyrot, signed and presented in wood box) (1.5L)
- 2013 Duckhorn Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (1.5L)
- 2012 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (1.5L)
- 2008 Bremer Family Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (1.5L)
7 Exploring Boulder Value: $ 2,800
Explore Boulder with this fun local package including two nights’ stay for two at the St Julien Hotel & Spa, a Boulder mainstay and one of the best boutique hotels you’ll love to frequent with luxurious accommodations and oversized spa-like bathrooms right in the heart of Boulder and just steps away from the shops, restaurants and bars of Pearl Street Mall. Arrive in style driving a Masserati Lavante, with this 4-day, 3 night complimental rental from Sill TerHar Motors in Broomfield. Spend the afternoon hiking the hills of beautiful Chataqua Park, exploring the mountains surrounding Boulder, or browsing the shops on the Pearl Street Mall, followed by dinner for two at Jill’s Restaurant and Bistro, a modern bistro that encourages organic, sustainable farming practices and highlights contemporary American cuisine prepared with a French accent. You’ll also enjoy a gift card for $200 to Frasca Food & Wine, an Italian Restaurant with an extensive wine list and exquisite chef-inspired menu, and a $500 gift card to the Spa at St. Julien. (Reservations required for St. Julien Hotel & Spa, and Frasca Food & Wine; St. Julien Hotel GC expires 6/30/2019. Masserati rental for 4 days / 3 nights; 500 miles. Must have a restriction free driver’s license. Must have current full-coverage insurance policy. Reservations required.) Donated by the St. Julien Hotel & Spa, Frasca Food & Wine, Sill TerHar Motors, Inc. and Friends of The Wine Event
8 Stock Your Cellar: Napa Valley Wine Tour Value: $ 7,500
Say “Cheers!” to crafted wines and culinary experiences in Napa Valley, California with this four day, three-night trip for four. Guests will stay in luxurious accommodations at the Harvest Inn in St. Helena, located on Main Street in the heart of wine country, with breakfast daily. Enjoy private wine tastings for four at these top vineyards: 1) Frank Family Vineyards (includes two magnums of the 2014 Napa Valley Cabernet, signed by the winemaker to take home from the auction); 2) Joseph Phelps Vineyards; 3) Opus One Twilight Tour and Tasting (together with one bottle of the 2014 Opus One to take home from the auction); 4) Raymond Vineyards Tour and Private Tasting; 5) CADE and 6) Medlock Ames in Sonoma County (includes a seated wine and cheese pairing and a bottle of Medlock Ames 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, Bell Mountain Estate, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County (750 ml) to take home from the auction. Certificate expires 12/31/2019). Package also includes four (4) round trip tickets on Southwest Airlines. (Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates / Gift Cards cannot be replaced. Reservations must be made at least 60 days in advance of travel. Reservations also required for winery tours (guests must make all winery reservations directly). Southwest Airlines e-tickets expire on 6/6/2019. Each e-ticket is good for a one-way ticket, with two e-tickets required for round trip travel. Eight e-tickets are included. Reservations required. Contact Kathleen McBride for Harvest Inn hotel arrangements.) Donated by Featured Wineries & Friends of the Wine Event
9 Raise Your Paddle – Fund-A-Need PRICELESS
Raise your “paddle” as Auctioneer Ed Gold raises cash to support Guest Services at Children’s Hospital Colorado, supporting non-medical services and amenities for patients’ families.
10 Tuscan Wine Country – Cortona, Italy Value: $7,500
Bask in the glow of captivating Cortona, Italy, with this culinary and wine experience in Southern Tuscany. Enjoy 7-nights for 6 guests in Cortona, Italy at Casa Bacco, nestled in this jewel of medieval Tuscan hill towns. While there, enjoy a five-hour, chauffeured private tour and tasting of the Wines of Montepulciano with lunch prepared at Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. And don’t miss the opportunity to relax with a glass of wine and enjoy your private, in-home cooking class taught by a talented local chef. (Reservations required. Some restrictions apply. Stay Saturday to Saturday. Valid for 2 years from date of Purchase.) Travel Sponsored by Sojourn Ventures
11 Portugal & Spain Uncorked Value: $ PRICELESS
Fall in love with Spain and Portugal as you soak up the Sol in Barcelona, Spain and Lisbon, Portugal (Europe) for four nights in Barcelona at Hotel Neri (or similar) and two nights in Lisbon at the Pestana Vintage Porto (or similar) for two, including round trip airport transfers, evening Tapas and Wine Walking Tour, and the Gaudi Tour in Barcelona, and a private full-day winery tour of Douro Valley, which has been producing high-quality wines for centuries with the Porto Appellation of Origin being the oldest in Europe. (Airfare not excluded.) This package includes: 4 nights’ accommodations at the Hotel Neri (or similar) in Barcelona in a Classic Double Room; 2 nights’ accommodations at the Pestana Vintage Porto (or similar) in a Superior Double Room; Breakfast daily; arrival transfer in Barcelona; departure transfer in Porto; 4-hour small group Evening Tapas & Wine walking tour in Barcelona; 3.5 hour shared Gaudi Tour, including fast-track entrance to Sagrada Familia and Casa Batlló in Barcelona; private full-day Douro Valley Winery Tour; all room-related taxes and VAT; and free concierge reservation service. (Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Travel package is valid through December 2019. Advance reservations required. All travel booked through Mitch Stuart. Winner will be contacted for registration.) Travel Sponsored by Mitch Stuart
12 Arkenstone Estate Obsidian Vertical Value: $1,650
Spoil yourself with this six-year vertical of the esteemed Arkenstone Estate Obsidian Cabernet Sauvignon, including one bottle each of the 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2014 vintages in a custom wood collector’s box. (6 bottles, 750 ml each) Donated by Arkenstone Vineyards and Friends of the Wine Event
13 Far Niente Cave Collection Value: $1,500
The Far Niente Cave Collection suits the desire to drink beautifully aged wines without the wait. Each January, Far Niente releases a limited selection of vintages from their library. These rare wines are available until the year’s allocation is sold out. Some disappear in a matter of weeks, while others remain longer. Enjoy this six-year vertical of Far Niente’s esteemed Cabernet Sauvignon, including one each of the 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 vintages. (6 bottles, 750 ml each, presented in a collector’s wood box.) Donated by Far Niente and Friends of the Wine Event
14 Epicurean Dinner for Eight Value: $1,500
Enjoy a delicious custom prepared meal for eight guests hosted by Epicurean Catering at Bella Cucina Giradino or Mangia Bevi Cafe. Dinner includes beer, wine & soda; food; staff; venue; decor. (Offer valid through January 1, 2019. Blackout dates apply, please contact Chef Bob at 720-488-2142 or [email protected].) Donated by Epicurean Culinary Group
15 Magnum of 2012 Opus One Value: $1,000
Celebrate your favorite wine lover with this large format collector’s bottle of the exquisite 2012 Opus One. The iconic 2012 Proprietary Red Opus One is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Malbec aged 18 months in French oak. A classy, complex, suave and savory Bordeaux-styled red, with notes of toasty oak and crème de cassis. This beautiful, full-bodied wine should drink well for 25-30 years from release. (1 bottle, 1.5L) Donated by Opus One & Friends of the Wine Event
16 Light Up the Night for Children! Value: PRICELESS
Kick off your holidays with a unique VIP experience at Children’s Hospital Colorado, where you and your family will join Hospital VIPs for a magical, once-in-a-lifetime holiday experience and light-up the Hospital’s Aurora Campus with holiday flare! Join Santa Clause for a private ride around the Hospital grounds and join the crowd just in time to flip the switch and light up the night for children! Guaranteed to fill your heart with the greatest holiday spirit! (Event scheduled for early December, 2018). Donated by Children’s Hospital Colorado