Live Auction
New York State of Mind
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estimated value: $3,500
Acela round trip tickets for two to New York City
Sofitel New York - Two Night Stay
Prune - Dinner for Two
Late Night with Seth Meyers – 2 VIP Tickets
Telepan - Dinner for Two, Four Courses with Wine
Zac Young “Sophie’s Choice” - David Burke Kitchen for Dinner then drinks
at the rooftop bar Jimmy with stunning views of all of Manhattan – OR
Breakfast in Bed at your Hotel Brought to You by Zac Young
New York Palace – Two Night Stay
Toro - Chef’s Tasting Menu Dinner for Two
Beauty & Essex/Stanton Social - Dinner for Two
Ride in class, style and speed to New York City with two Business Class tickets on
Amtrak’s Acela. When you arrive, check-in to the Sofitel New York. Ideally located in
midtown Manhattan you are just blocks away from Rockefeller Center, Times Square,
Broadway theaters, and the Museum of Modern Art.
Savor dinner for two at Prune. We are so excited to welcome Gabrielle Hamilton back
to Heart’s Delight for another year! She opened Prune in 1999, “to cook for [her]
neighbors,” But her success attracted food lovers from all over the borough, the city
and the state, as well as other chefs and food writers. “Enchanted,” wrote Frank Bruni
in The New York Times in 2005, “it is easy to see why Prune is so widely and fervently
loved. It has mirth to spare, moxie to burn. It listens to its own muse and operates by a
credo of whimsical indulgence.”
Spend an evening at NBC Studios with two VIP tickets to “Late Night with Seth
Meyers,” home to A-list celebrity guests, memorable comedy, and topical monologue
jokes. It is hosted by Emmy Award-winning writer and one of the 2014 TIME 100, Time
magazine’s 100 most influential people, Seth Meyers. Previously, Meyers served as head
writer on “Saturday Night Live” and anchor on the show’s wildly popular “Weekend
Update.” An established comedian, Meyers is known for his perfectly-timed wit and
off-the-cuff satire. Meyers’ fellow “Saturday Night Live” cast member and friend Fred
Armisen serves as lead guitarist for the house band,”8G Band With Fred Armisen.”
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It has been a few years since Chef Bill Telepan has been at Heart’s Delight and it is
such a treat to have him join us this year! The lucky winner of this lot will head to
the Upper West Side to this cozy farm-to-table American-style restaurant for a four
course dinner with wine from Chef Bill Telepan. In the 2014 Michelin Guide, Telepan was awarded
a Michelin Star! One of New York’s first and most acclaimed devotees of “greenmarket cooking,”
utilizing the freshest ingredients from local markets, Bill Telepan is committed to showcasing the
season’s bounty through his cuisine. You are in for a treat with his simple and balanced approach to
cooking!
Zac Young is always creative with his auction lots and this year is no exception. This year he presents
you with the option for Breakfast in Bed with Zac, a once-in-a-lifetime (most likely) opportunity
to have breakfast brought to your hotel by Chef Zac Young himself. Or you can choose dinner for
two at David Burke Kitchen located in the James Hotel. The open kitchen and glass-enclosed wine
cave allow guests a peek behind the scenes. The carving station, where a variety of meats are carved
and whole-roasted fish, lobster and casseroles are plated, sits in the center of the dining room. After
dinner, venture upstairs for drinks at the rooftop bar Jimmy with stunning views of all of Manhattan.
Either way you can’t go wrong!
Continue your time in the Big Apple with a two night weekend stay in a superior room at the
New York Palace. With a nod to its illustrious past, The New York Palace has taken an ambitious
leap into the future. The Palace – a legendary New York City luxury hotel – underwent a thorough
transformation from a historic Madison Avenue gem to Midtown’s premier modern hotel. The
hotel’s famed Villard Mansion built in 1882 is recognized as a New York City Landmark and
gracefully blends with the contemporary 55-story tower.
Chef Jamie Bissonnette is back for his second Heart’s Delight and since the last time he was with us
he has opened up Toro in New York in addition to the one in Boston. Sit down for a chefs tasting
menu dinner in the cavernous dining room on the outskirts of New York City’s meatpacking district.
Rows of cured Spanish hams are hung high in the rafters, and industrial architecture is balanced by
simple, but modern rustic décor. Chef Bissonnette is a champion of nose-to-tail cuisine and is wellknown locally and nationally for his exceptional charcuterie and passionate dedication to supporting
local, sustainable purveyors.
According to USA TODAY Travel, Beauty & Essex is among one of New York City’s biggest secrets.
Hidden behind a pawn shop storefront in the Lower East Side, they are known for their pink ladies
room with complimentary bubbly and Champagne brunches. While the décor is feminine with
features like a massive chandelier, everyone can enjoy the shared small plates from lobster or tuna
tacos to red velvet waffles for brunch.
Restrictions:
Amtrak: Valid for one round trip for two passengers traveling together; Valid May 1, 2015 - June 3,
2016; Acela Express travel is not permitted on holidays and weekday departures prior to 8:59 A.M.
or between 2:01 P.M. and 5:59 P.M. Amtrak Northeast Regional Service has no departure time
restrictions.
Prune: Expires April 25, 2016. Excludes gratuity.
Late Night With Seth Meyers: Expires April 25, 2016. No one under the age of 16 will be admitted
to the studio.
New York Palace: 2 night weekend stay. Expires April 25, 2016. Based on availability; excludes
months of September and December.
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Beauty & Essex/Stanton Social: Certificate valued at $250
Donated by: Amtrak, Sofitel New York, Prune, Late Night with Seth Meyers,
Telepan, Beauty & Essex/Stanton Social, The New York Palace, Toro, and the
David Burke Group
Sonoma and Napa for Two Couples
estimated value: $11,000
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American Airlines – Four First Class Tickets
Sofitel San Francisco Bay - One night
Hotel Healdsburg - Two couples for Two nights at the Hotel Healdsburg
Private Dinner with Ross Cobb (Cobb, Hirsch winemaker) and Katy Wilson
(Larue winemaker)
Private Lunch with reserve selection parings at Copain Winery
Private Vineyard Tour and Lunch with Banshee’s Noah Dorrance.
2 Magnums each of Single Vineyard Pinot Noirs from Cobb, Copain, and Banshee
Peay Vineyards Barn – One Night Stay for Two Couples
Peay Vineyards – Private Dinner with Chef Rob Hunter Tour & Tasting,
Colgin Cellars - VIP Tour and Tasting for Six
Tres Sabores Winery - Two-night Stay, Tour & Tasting stay for Two Couples
2 - bottles Tres Sabores Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Hess Collection Winery - VIP Tour and Tasting with Lunch for Four
Enjoy four first-class tickets on American Airlines, the official airline of Heart’s Delight. Make your
way out west in style where your adventure begins.
The Sofitel San Francisco Bay is ideally situated in Redwood City just ten minutes south of the San
Francisco Airport so a perfect resting stop before your Sonoma and Napa visits.
Noah Dorrance, founder of Banshee Wine, is here for his first Heart’s Delight and has put together
quite an experience for the lucky winners of this trip. The lucky winners will get to spend two days
and nights in and around idyllic Healdsburg with Noah and friends. You will enjoy two nights at
the luxurious Hotel Healdsburg which sits right on the historic Healdsburg Plaza. In addition, you
will be the guests at a private lunch at Copain winery with a full tasting of their acclaimed wines.
Private dinner with Ross Cobb (head winemaker at Hirsch and Cobb) and Katy Wilson (winemaker
for Larue) will follow at one of Healdsburg’s best restaurants. You will also have a private Sonoma
Coast vineyard tour and lunch with Noah Dorrance.
Andy Peay is also with us for his first Heart’s Delight and will be your host for the second part of your
Sonoma experience. Head over to Peay Vineyards where Andy, along with his brother and sister-inlaw, set out to make wine from their own grapes, grown on their own land. They discovered a parcel
on the remote Sonoma coast and after just over a decade, the Peay vineyard outside Annapolis has
emerged as one of California’s most extraordinary sites. You will all be treated to a VIP Tour and
Tasting and a wonderful dinner prepared by Chef Rob Hunter. That evening you will stay at the
Peay’s newly constructed barn house built from remnants of the old tractor barn that rested on that
spot for over 100 years.
Head over to Napa and Colgin Cellars. Ann Colgin, a former fine art dealer, began her label in
1992, and it quickly became one of the most sought-after names in Napa. You and up to five guests
will enjoy an extensive tour of this private, state-of-the-art winery that features classical design
coupled with contemporary technology. The inspiring views and exquisite wines will create a lasting
impression of the world-renowned Colgin Cellars. (This winery is not usually open to the public!)
“The beautiful Colgin vineyards and winery, high on a mountain top overlooking Lake Hennessey,
are planted at elevations of 900-1300 feet. They are about as close to viticultural nirvana I have ever
seen” -Robert Parker
Julie Johnson from Tres Sabores is joining us for her first Heart’s Delight and she is inviting the
lucky winner of this lot to join her for a two-night stay at the ranch (two couples) and also a tour
& tasting for four guests. Tres Sabores is a small, family-owned ranch on the western Rutherford
Bench land of the Napa Valley growing and produces wine from organically–certified Zinfandel,
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, and Petit Verdot grapes. Visits include a lovely and informative
walk through the cave and organically managed vineyards & gardens on the property, along with
generous tastings of at least five selections from our current portfolio of estate and single-vineyard
wines. The winning bidder will also receive two bottles of the 2012 Cabernet to take home with
them.
The Hess Collection was founded by Swiss entrepreneur Donald Hess, who first purchased vineyards
on Mount Veeder in 1978. Located in the historic stone winery originally constructed in 1903 by
Colonel Theodore Gier, the winery first opened to the public in 1989. It since has earned international
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recognition for its wine, culinary and visitor programs, and provides free public access to Donald
Hess’ extensive private contemporary Art Museum. Spend some time strolling the museum, followed
by a VIP tasting followed by lunch prepared by Executive Chef Chad Hendrickson.
Restrictions:
American Airlines: Transportation includes four First Class tickets on American Airlines, the official
airline of Heart’s Delight. Restrictions apply. Book travel arrangements as soon as possible to take
advantage of maximum availability. Please provide at least three months’ notice in order to properly
plan your trip. Travel is valid through April 25, 2016. Extensions will not be permitted.
Epicurean Healdsburg Weekend - dates to be mutually agreed upon by winning bidder and wineries
Hotel Healdsburg - Sunday-Thursday only
All visits and tours are subject to availability
Colgin Cellars: Please Make Requests at least 8 weeks in advance of desired date; Dates must be
mutually agreed upon; Monday-Friday; All guests must be 21 years of age or older
Donated by: American Airlines, Sofitel San Francisco Bay, Banshee, Hotel
Healdsburg, Copain, Cobb Wines and Larue Wines, Peay Vineyards, Colgin
Cellars, Tres Sabores Winery, Hess Collection Winery
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Dominus Perfection!
estimated value: $1,500
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6 - bottles Dominus Napa Valley 2010 in Original Wooden Box
Robert Parker awarded the 2010 Dominus 100 points! “Composed of 95% Cabernet
Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot, the stunning, full-bodied 2010 Dominus boasts an
exceptional perfume of hoisin sauce, licorice, underbrush, forest floor, plums, black
currants and jammy cherries intertwined with hints of cedar, baking spices and oak.
Full-bodied and voluptuously textured, the 2010 is on a slightly faster evolutionary
track than the 2009 (somewhat of an anomaly for these two vintages). This exquisite
as well as prodigious 2010 can be drunk young, but it should age effortlessly for 20-25
years. Bravo!”
Donated by: Reginald Brown
2 - bottles Château d’Yquem 1983
estimated value: $1,000
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The 1983 d’Yquem has racked up some big scores - 98 points from the Wine Spectator,
96 points from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate and 18.5 out of 20 points for Jancis
Robinson. Wine Spectator writes, “Super-intense and full-throttled, elegant and
stylish.” Robert Parker writes, “The 1983 is enormous, with huge, honeyed, pineapple,
coconut, and caramel flavors, massive extract, and an unctuous quality barely framed by
acidity and new oak. The wine has changed little since bottling. Anticipated maturity:
2000-2050.” Jancis Robinson writes, “Barley sugar and such life! Vibrant. So fresh...
Yummy.” The experts are all in agreement so bid high today!
Donated by: Riea and Steve Lainoff
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Bon Voyage! Travel to Paris & Bordeaux
estimated value: $7,200
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Two Business Class Tickets on American Airlines
Sofitel: Hotel Scribe Paris – Three Night Stay for Two, including breakfast
Paris Wine Company – Wine Bar Tasting Tour in Paris with founder, Josh Adler
Château Cordeillan-Bages – Two Night Stay for Two
Château Haut Bergey – Lunch for Two
VIP Visits, Tours and Tastings in Bordeaux
Relax on your Paris-bound flight in business class on American Airlines, official airline
of Heart’s Delight.
Your home base for three nights is the Hotel Scribe Paris, resplendent in the glittering
lights of Paris’ Opéra district, this luxury 5-star hotel blends rich history and lavish
architecture with sleek contemporary design. The Hotel Scribe was the home of the
famous Jockey Club, and was where the Lumière brothers invented cinema. Joséphine
Baker and many other renowned visitors have enjoyed the luxurious suites. Designed
by Jacques Grange, the hotel’s elegance and impeccable service makes it a landmark of
Parisian luxury.
Explore the City of Lights and adventure out with Josh Adler, Paris Wine Company
founder, for a tasting tour of Paris’ most interesting natural wine bars. Josh formerly
served as the sommelier of Spring restaurant, and specializes in introducing unheralded
and often young winemakers to new audiences both in Paris and abroad.
Travel to Bordeaux where you will be treated to lunches and VIP tours and tastings at
some of the leading châteaux in Bordeaux. Enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to
taste at some of the world’s most famous châteaux.
Château Cordeillan-Bages is owned by the Cazes family since 1989 - you know their
lovely Lynch-Bages wines - and now you will be lucky enough to stay there for a two
night stay. There are plenty of good reasons to stay at Relais & Chateau hotel member
Château Cordeillan-Bages, parts of which date back to the 17th century. There’s the
rather funky interior by French-Italian designer Anne-Monique Bonadei. Then there
are the individually decorated guest rooms (28 in total) the swimming pool in the
garden, and the intimate ambience. As it is just a few miles from Pauillac, CordeillanBages makes a great base for touring the Medoc, visit Château Pichon-Longueville
(three minutes’ drive south) or Château Mouton-Rothschild (10 minutes’ drive north).
Jean Luc Rocha’s two-Michelin-star food is another good reason!
Château Haut Bergey has a long history in Bordeaux dating all the way back to the
15th century. In 1991, Sylviane Garcin-Cathiard, the granddaughter of a well-known
Bordeaux wine merchant, bought Haut Bergey and turned the Pessac Leognan estate
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around. Today, the Pessac Leognan estate is managed by Helene Garcin Levesque and they will
welcome you for a tour, tasting and lunch.
After a tasting at Troplong Mondot you will enjoy lunch for two at their restaurant “Les Belles
Perdrix”. Their chef, Jérome Cadillat was at Crillon and at Dutournier. He uses products from their
henhouse, orchards and vegetable garden to create his homemade regional cuisine.
As a supporter of Heart’s Delight, you will receive a warm welcome from our friends in Bordeaux,
including the many winemakers and directors who are with us for this year’s Heart’s Delight and
many others, including First Growths such as Château Margaux and Château Haut-Brion. Tour
the chateaux, imbibe the world-class wines, indulge in the regional cuisine, and then see what else
Bordeaux has to offer.
Restrictions:
American Airlines: Transportation includes two Business Class tickets on American Airlines, the
official airline of Heart’s Delight. Based on availability. Book travel arrangements as soon as possible
to take advantage of maximum availability. Please provide three months’ notice in order to properly
plan your trip. Travel is valid through April 25, 2016. Extensions will not be permitted.
Hotel Scribe Paris: Valid until May 31, 2016
Paris Wine Company: Mutually agreeable date
All tours and tastings are subject to availability
Donated by: American Airlines, Hotel Scribe Paris, Paris Wine Company,
Château Haut Bergey and MacArthur Beverages
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1 - bottle Château Mouton Rothschild 1982
estimated value: $1,300
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100 points Robert Parker! “This wine remains one of the legends of Bordeaux. It has
thrown off the backward, youthful style that existed during its first 25 years of life, and
over the last 4-5 years has developed such secondary nuances as cedar and spice box.
The creme de cassis, underlying floral note, full-bodied power, extraordinary purity,
multilayered texture, and finish of over a minute are a showcase for what this Château
accomplished in 1982. The wine is still amazingly youthful, vibrant, and pure. It appears
capable of remaining fruity and vibrant in 2082! Thank God it is beginning to budge,
as I would like to drink most of my supply before I kick the bucket. This is a great,
still youthful wine, and, on occasion, one does understand the hierarchy of Bordeaux
chateaux when you see the complexity and brilliance of this first-growth.”
Donated by: Riea and Steve Lainoff
1982 Bordeaux from the Cellar of Mark Kuller
estimated value: $3,000
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1 - bottle Château Latour 1982
1 - bottle Château Cheval Blanc 1982
This lot is very special to us as it comes from Max Kuller in honor of his father, Mark
Kuller who passed away last year. Mark was a long-time friend of Heart’s Delight and
involved since the beginning 16 years ago. He chaired the auction committee a couple
of times, donated his beloved wine to the auction and helped in so many ways – too
many to count. He was a larger than life personality and a true force. We were honored
to have known him for many wonderful years and he meant so much to so many – his
loss is felt dearly. The lot that Max selected is perfect to represent his dad because it is
the crème de la crème for Bordeaux and a stand out vintage!
Donated by: the Family of Mark Kuller
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La Dolce Vita – Insider’s Trip to Italy
estimated value: $7,000
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Two Night Stay at Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese – Two Night Stay
Two Night Stay at Hotel d’Inghilterra in Rome – Two Night Stay
Café Romano, Hotel d’Inghilterra – Dinner for Two
Two Night Stay at the Grand Hotel Continental in Siena – Two Night Stay
Three Nights in a Villa in Tuscany – Two Night Stay for Two Couples
VIP Visits, Tours and Private Tastings in Tuscany
Hotel Langhe in Alba – One night stay
Winery Monsordo Bernardina – Visit and Tasting for Two
Restaurant Piazza Duomo (3 Michelin stars) in Alba - Lunch for Two
All roads lead to Rome as you begin your journey at the five-star Sofitel Rome Villa
Borghese for a two night stay including breakfast for two. The Sofitel Rome Villa
Borghese is an enchanting boutique hotel set in an historic building dating back to the
1890s. The hotel enjoys splendid views over the Villa Borghese Park. Galleria Borghese
and Villa Medici are just a five-minute walk from the hotel which reflects Rome’s
harmony of history, architecture and style.
You have two more nights in Rome with buffet breakfast at Hotel d’Inghilterra. Few
locations in Rome can boast a history as prestigious as Hotel d’Inghilterra. Once the
aristocratic residence of the 16th century Princes of Torlonia it was Lord Byron’s
favorite hotel in the 1800s. Today, the hotel remains the preferred destination of the
international elite, who appreciate its eclectic originality, exquisite elegance, impeccable
service and magnificent location just steps from the Spanish Steps and Via Condotti.
The Café Romano is the Hotel d’Inghilterra’s exclusive restaurant, and you will enjoy
a three course dinner at one of the most famous of the capital’s temples to fine food in
the center of the city.
Our friends at Total Wine have secured a prime location to enjoy the breathtaking
countryside of Tuscany. Two couples traveling together will enjoy a three night stay
in a winery’s guest villa. It is the opportunity of a lifetime! During your stay, you will
receive VIP treatment, including one-of-a-kind vineyard and winery tours, private wine
tastings, and an insider’s look at winemaking in Italy’s most famous wine region.
In Siena, the only 5-Star Luxury hotel within the old walls of the city is the Grand
Hotel Continental, an architectural jewel of exclusive luxury in the medieval heart of
this ancient city. Here you’ll enjoy a two night stay with buffet breakfast included. Just
steps from Piazza del Campo where the famous Palio races are held, the Grand Hotel
Continental is heralded as one of the town’s most important cultural treasures.
Off to the Piedmont region and there are few more enticing destinations for gourmet
travelers than Alba, a picturesque town that’s renowned worldwide for its succulent
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white truffles, velvety red Barolo and Barbaresco wines and wonderful fruit. The town may have only
30,000 residents, but here you can find some of northern Italy’s best restaurants. Alba absolutely
deserves its reputation as the jewel of the Langhe and as one of the world’s finest food-and-wine
hotspots. You will have a one-night-stay at the Hotel Langhe a restored farmhouse. It lies in a
hidden corner of peace and tranquility and an ideal location to explore.
Visit Winery Monsordo Bernardina for an English guided tour for two people. You will sample
four of their wines (included Barolo and Barbaresco) in the tasting room after the visit. When you
thought you just couldn’t expect more, the Ceretto family has offered lunch for two people in their 3
Michelin star Restaurant Piazza Duomo in Alba. Enrico Crippa is part of a comparatively youthful
band of Italian chefs pushing the boundaries while simultaneously respecting regional culinary
traditions. Born in Carate Brianza to the north of Milan, Crippa’s CV is as carefully considered as his
moustache, detailing spells with Ferran Adrià, Michel Bras and Italian maestro Gualtiero Marchesi.
You are going to experience the intersection of extraordinary produce and modern techniques – the
stand out dish is turnip tops, scallops and sea urchins.
Restrictions:
Sofitel: Expires May 31, 2016. Subject to availability.
Hotel d’Inghilterra: Expires April 2016
Grand Hotel Continental: Expires April 30, 2016. Subject to approval and availability.
Total Wine Tuscan Villa & Tours: Airfare and transportation not included. Subject to availability.
Lodging available Monday-Friday, Valid September 2015 - June 2016.
Winery Monsordo Bernardina – based on availability
Restaurant Piazza Duomo - only for Lunch during the week days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
and not during September, October, November; suggest making the reservation before May. The
restaurant will be close from August 8th until August 27th.
Does not include airfare
Donated by: Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese, Hotel d’Inghilterra in Rome, part of
Royal Demeure Hotel Group, Grand Hotel Continental in Siena, part of Royal
Demeure Hotel Group, Total Wine & More, Winery Monsordo Bernardina,
and Restaurant Piazza Duomo
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Grand Cru Burgundy Lot
estimated value: $2,100
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1 - bottle Serafin Pere & Fils Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 2006
1 - bottle Domaine des Lambrays Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru 2011
1 - bottle Domaine Faiveley Clos de Vougeot 2001
1 - bottle Domaine Daniel Bocquenet Echezeaux Grand Cru 1996
1 - bottle Maison Louis Jadot Chapelle-Chambertin Grand Cru 1997
1 - bottle Domaine Faiveley Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2000
1 - bottle Domaine d’Eugenie Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2006
1 - bottle Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2008
1 - bottle Domaine Bruno Clavelier Corton “Le Rognet” Grand Cru 2011
1 - bottle Maison Louis Jadot Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 1997
1 - bottle Domaine Faiveley Corton “Clos du Corton” Grand Cru 2001
1 - bottle Maison Jadot Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2004
Generational change, improved viticulture and wine-making, and some beneficial effects
from climate change have all contributed to the fact that year after year, Burgundy is
turning out great wine. Burgundy aficionados appreciate the different styles of different
vintages and this lot of diverse grand crus from various vintages offers the high bidder
the chance to experience these differences.
Donated by: Tim O’Rourke & Weygandt Wines, Jeff Menick,
Maureen Nelson, Scott Claffee, John Gilman, MacArthur
Beverages and Alan Weinberg
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Trip to Spain and Portugal: Two Dazzling Countries Filled
with Unbeatable Sights and Experiences!
estimated value: $3,800
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Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade - Three Night Stay with Breakfast
Palacio Belmonte Terrace Suite - Two Night Stay
Warre’s, Taylor Fladgate, Fonseca, and Grahams in Porto - Tours & Tastings for Two
Barcelona soccer match at Camp Nou - Two Tickets
Tierra Agricola Labastida (Rioja), Creaciones Exeo (Rioja), Bodegas Epifanio Rivera
(Ribera del Duero), Lagar de Costa (Rias Baixas) - Tour & Tasting for Two
Abadía Retuerta (Ribera del Duero) - Tour & Tasting for Two
Marques de Riscal (Rioja) - Tour & Tasting for Two
Relais & Chateau Hotel Orfila in Madrid - Two Night Stay
Head to Lisbon where you will spend three nights in a luxury room with breakfast at
the Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade. From the hotel, step out on to the Avenida da Liberdade,
lined with boutiques and cafés. Sip an afternoon bica (espresso) or chilled glass of
Madeira in the cozy lounge bar and hear stories of the world.
Next, venture to Palacio Belmonte where you will be treated to a two night stay with
breakfast in the Suite Bartolomeu de Gusmão. Considered by Condé Nast to be one of
the most beautiful suites in the world, this level double suite was built in one of the 8th
century Muslim towers. It has a superb terrace with an expansive view over the Alfama
and the River Tagus and a very rare octagonal living room with a high ceiling, original
XVIII century “azulejo” tile panels and stone love seats.
While in Portugal, head to the riverside city of Porto. On the other side of the River
Duoro, Gaia is the main center for Port production. The Warehouses of the most
famous brands (Warre’s, Taylor Fladgate, Fonseca, and Grahams) who mature their
wines underneath characteristic red colored roofs that dominate the heart of the city.
You will have the opportunity to visit any of these houses yourself.
Next, head to Spain where you can take in a soccer match at Camp Nou in Barcelona.
The Camp Nou experience has become an obligatory stop for visitors to go cheer on
F.C. Barcelona!
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Join Howard Friedman so he can share his passion for Spanish wines with the lucky
bidder. Truly a special treat! He will arrange for you to visit some of his favorite wineries
in Ribera del Deuro and Rioja. You’ll visit Bodegas Valduero in Ribera del Duero,
which is about two hours north of Madrid. The Viadero family, owners of the Bodega,
consist of Gregorio and his two daughters, Carolina who is the business manager and
Yolanda who is the winemaker. While there, you may be able to visit the 15th century
cellars that go down 120 feet and are over 1,000 feet long. About two hours north from Ribera del Duero
is the Rioja region. The Rioja region is certainly the “sweetheart” region of Spanish wines, producing the
majority of its acclaimed red wines from the Tempranillo grape. Your visit will hopefully include Paternina
Winery in the town of Ollauri - “The Cathedral of Wine” was founded in 1896 and was a favorite of Ernest
Hemmingway’s.
Continue your vineyard visits with a tour and tasting at Abadía Retuerta in Ribera. Home to the five star
hotel Le Domaine and Michelin Star awarded restaurant Refectorio, Abadía Retuerta is a place where the
land and the vine come together. This Duero Valley winery aims to respect and preserve the legacy they have
inherited, the monastery, and its wines. Le Domaine is a 12th-century abbey, a carefully restored Spanish
heritage site. Chef Pablo Montero bases his dishes on a creative vision of tradition and the use of local
ingredients, among which the shoots, herbs and vegetables from the property’s vegetable garden stand out.
From Abadía Retuerta head to Marqués de Riscal, a well-known winery, home to a Frank Gehry designed
hotel and restaurant. With the Guggenheim Museum in mind, Gehry designed The Hotel Marqués de
Riscal. Covered with titanium, Gehry infused his work with the signature colors of Marqués de Riscal: pink
like the wine, gold like the mesh on the Riscal bottles, and silver like the bottle top.
Madrid awaits where you will spend two nights at the Relais & Chateau Hotel Orfila in the heart of the
city. Hotel Orfila was opened in 1999 in a 19th century mansion and is within walking distance of the Prado
and Thyssen museums and Cibeles Square. Hotel Orfila is part of the select elite of Madrid luxury hotels.
Restrictions:
Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade: Expires May 31, 2016. Subject to availability.
Palacio Belmonte: Expires April 25, 2016
Barcelona soccer match at Camp Nou: Subject to availability
Relais & Chateau Hotel Orfila: Expires April 2016. Subject to availability.
Visits are subject to availability.
Donated by: Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade, Palacio Belmonte, South River Imports,
Friends of MacArthur Beverages, Relais & Chateau Hotel Orfila
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2011 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon: Greatness is Possible
estimated value: $2,065
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1 - bottle Cardinale Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle Pahlmeyer 2011
1 - bottle Quintessa 2011
1 - bottle Araujo Eisele Vineyard Caberent Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle David Arthur Three Acre Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle Paul Hobbs Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle Hall Exzellenz Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle Ladera Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle Pine Ridge Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle Crocker & Starr Stone Place Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle EMH Vineyards Black Cat Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
1 - bottle Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
“In Napa Valley, 2011 was cold and wet. And many critics panned the resulting wines.
The Wine Advocate’s vintage chart gives just 78 points to North Coast Cabernet
Sauvignon in 2011. At best, other critics were lukewarm on the wines. I’m certain,
though, the Napa Valley’s best offerings from 2011 will one day achieve greatness.
The vintage certainly didn’t produce ripe, powerful wines. But I’ve found that over the
long term, Napa’s cooler vintages are more likely to produce elegant, balanced, complex
wines. And now that these wines have had a few years in bottle, they’re really starting
to reveal themselves.” -David White, Heart’s Delight Auction co-Chair and founder
and editor of Terroirist.com
Donated by: David White, Molly Christhilf, Carly Maher, Joel
Kleinman, John Brooks, Maureen Nelson, Gil Guarino, Cyrus
Hazzard, and MacArthur Beverages
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Wine Country Excursion to the Beautiful Willamette Valley
estimated value: $6,800
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American Airlines – Two First Class Tickets
Domaine Serene Three Night Stay at their Private Guesthouse for Two Couples
+ VIP Tour & Tasting
Brooks Winery Tour, Tasting and Four Case Custom Blending!
Deluxe Hot Air Balloon Adventure for Four
Domaine Drouhin Oregon – VIP Tour and Tasting
Allison Inn & Spa - Two Night Stay
Adelsheim Vineyards – VIP Tour and Tasting for Four
Elk Cove Winery – Private Barrel Tasting with Adam Campbell
Belle Pente Vineyard & Winery - VIP Tour and Tasting
Enjoy two first-class tickets on American Airlines, the official airline of Heart’s Delight.
Make your way to Portland in style and from there the Willamette Valley is just a short
drive away.
Two couples will enjoy the best that the Willamette Valley has to offer with a threenight stay at their own private hideaway on the grounds of the prestigious Domaine
Serene Winery. With picturesque views from every vantage and the heart of the valley
at your fingertips you will experience this unique and unspoiled region in grand style.
First, you will take a V.I.P. tour of Domaine Serene’s landmark five-level gravity flow
winery where you will learn first-hand how they make ultra-premium wines. After the
tour, sip exquisite Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah in their beautiful cave.
You and three guests will get to enjoy lunch, a vineyard tour and the opportunity to
blend your own Pinot Noir from the barrels at Brooks Winery in Amity, Oregon. You
will EACH get to blend your own CASE - that is four cases of wine blended to each
of your own specifications! You even get to design your own label in addition to taking
home the cases of your own creation.
Next on your agenda is a hot air balloon ride! Imagine floating over Yamhill County’s
beautiful wine country in one of the greatest adventures of a lifetime. You and three
guests will enjoy a one hour flight with a sparkling brunch to follow.
Domaine Drouhin Oregon has been a long-time friend of Heart’s Delight and located
atop the Dundee Hills (and right across from Domaine Serene) you will enjoy their
lovely Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines.
The Allison Inn & Spa is an idyllic Oregon luxury resort and your home for two nights
with deluxe king accommodations. Located less than an hour’s drive beyond Portland,
view snowcapped mountain ranges, rolling hillsides, working vineyards and agricultural
farmlands. All this is just outside your doorstep at The Allison.
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Adelsheim was the first winery in the stunning Chehalem Mountains and they built their original
vineyard there in 1972. You and three of your friends will enjoy a tour of Adelsheim Vineyards with
the winemaker and a seated private tasting.
Elk Cove Vineyards was founded in 1974 by Pat and Joe Campbell. They are Oregon winegrowing
pioneers. Winemaker Adam Campbell joined forces with his parents in 1995 and Elk Cove remains
proudly family owned.
Spend an afternoon at Belle Pente Vineyard and Winery enjoying a VIP tour and tasting package.
The 70 acre property is located on a historic farm 2 miles east of the town of Carlton in the new
Yamhill-Carlton American Viticultural Area. The first vineyard was planted in 1994, and now
includes 16 acres of Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Chardonnay.
The Willamette Valley is a big and beautiful place and it is home to more than 300 wineries and
tasting rooms – we just picked our favorites but there is so much to explore – go have fun!
Restrictions:
American Airlines: Transportation includes two First Class tickets on American Airlines, the official
airline of Heart’s Delight. Restrictions apply. Book travel arrangements as soon as possible to take
advantage of maximum availability. Please provide at least three months’ notice in order to properly
plan your trip. Travel is valid through April 25, 2016. Extensions will not be permitted.
Domaine Serene expires April 25, 2015
All tours and tastings are subject to availability
Allison Inn & Spa Expires December 31, 2016. Subject to availability. Excludes holidays and high
demand weekends. Not valid June – October.
Donated by: American Airlines, Domaine Serene, Brooks Winery, Al McCosh
& Nice Legs LLC, Domaine Drouhin, Allison Inn & Spa, Adelsheim Vineyards,
Elk Cove Winery and Belle Pente Vineyard & Winery
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Palmetto Bluff Getaway
estimated value: $4,500
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Enjoy a four day, three night getaway at the The Inn at Palmetto Bluff, the Five Star/
Five Diamond resort in Bluffton, South Carolina. You will stay in one of the Inn’s 3
bedroom and 3.5 bathroom Village Homes with access to all of the Inn’s amenities. You
can enjoy an exceptional spa, Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, horseback riding,
eight-court tennis facility, and fabulous gun club. Take a cocktail cruise on the May
River, or kayak through the Low Country salt marshes. Navigate your way through
this natural nirvana – twenty thousand acres brimming with ecological and geographic
diversity – or engage in one of the recreational programs developed exclusively for our
members and guests accompanied by the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy. If your idea of
recreation is simply unscheduled time in a beautiful setting, you will love the amenities
that allow endless opportunities to explore Palmetto Bluff independently.
The Inn is designed in classic Southern style. Your Village House vaulted ceilings,
fireplace, handsome bathrooms, and a front porch calling for cocktails as you watch the
sun set on the other side of The Inn lagoon.
Whether you’re in the mood for an exquisite dining experience or a quick bite, The
Inn at Palmetto Bluff offers dining choices to satisfy every culinary whim and desire.
The formal River House Restaurant, more casual Canoe Club, and May River Golf
Course Grill offer guests different options to enjoy whatever their mood. All dining
locations feature locally sourced organic ingredients, with preparations that embody an
unmistakable Low Country palate.
Restrictions:
Expires April 25, 2016. Excludes certain holidays. Blackout dates may apply. Winner is
considered a “Friend of Owner” and is entitled to all amenities reserved for owners but
the cost of activities are not covered in the package.
Donated by: Joel Kleinman
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Wine Dinner with Chef Cathal Armstrong and Barry Wiggins
estimated value: $2,000
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You are invited to a dinner party for you and seven of your friends at the home of Heart’s
Delight Auction Committee Member, Barry Wiggins, or in the private dining room
at Restaurant Eve in Old Town Alexandria. Barry and his good friend, Chef Cathal
Armstrong, will make sure you have an outstanding evening!! Barry will be providing all
of the wine for this fantastic event. He will be pulling a selection of notable California
wines from the Peter Michael and Araujo estates, as well as a French wine or two
(or three) by such producers as Mugnier and Guigal. Dublin-born and James Beard
Foundation nominated and Best Chef Mid-Atlantic, Cathal Armstrong will prepare a
five course meal for your party. It will feature seasonal ingredients that emphasize Chef
Armstrong’s farm to table philosophy. Cathal Armstrong has an empire in Old Town
Alexandria in addition to his flagship, Restaurant Eve, he also owns Eammon’s, PX, The
Majestic, Virtue Feed & Grain, and Society Fair. The winner of this item will also have
the opportunity to collaborate with Chef Armstrong in planning the meal.
Barry says, “It has been my distinct privilege to have Cathal as a friend for nearly 10
years and to enjoy his excellent food over that time, so I speak from experience about
the marvelous fare that will be on offer. Indeed, I have also served as cheap labor in
the past for Chef Armstrong and I think this will be a really great evening for a special
cause.” What a charming combination and they guarantee an evening of excellent wine,
food, and conversation, so bid high!
Restrictions:
Must be on mutually agreeable date. Not valid on Sundays. Expires May 2016
Donated by Chef Cathal Armstrong and Barry Wiggins
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Heart’s Delight Committee Lot
estimated value: $2,185
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Our Heart’s Delight Committees consist of wonderful volunteers who all have an
interest in wine and bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the table. This
26 bottle lot includes some of their favorite bottles and why they selected them. It is a
very special lot and we are so thankful for their support in so many ways.
Grant Baker
1 - bottle Anderson Family Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008
From the great 2008 vintage, this Dundee Hills tiny producer, Cliff Anderson, handcrafts
his wines. Enjoy!
Sean Ballington
1 - bottle Ventana Cabernet 2000
This is an underrated little gem of a Cabernet and one of my first from California
many years ago. It is not a thick fruit bomb but has some of those characteristics. It
is drinkable and balanced with a light chalk nose and fruit. It may become delicate so
drink up now.
Erich Broksas
1 - bottle Cheval des Andes 2008
I first tried this wine in Mendoza and it always brings back great memories of the lovely
wines, beautiful scenery, and incredible people. Plus it is fun since it is a project with
Cheval Blanc.
John Brooks
1 - bottle NV Nathalie Falmet Brut Nature Blanc de Noir
My wine resolution is to buy wine from people (not box stores) made by people (not
conglomerates). This brilliant wine purchased from a local wine shop is an example of
why.
James Cahill
1 - bottle Jospeh Phelps Insignia 1997
This is the bottle and vintage of wine where I had my wine epiphany. I was at a
celebration dinner for a large real estate transaction that we closed and my boss, who is
a xenophile noticed that this highly regarded wine was on the restaurant wine list for
a nominal price. He said that it was either mispriced by accident or they did not really
have it and they would bring out another vintage of wine. We ordered, the waitstaff
brought out the 1997 and the rest is history. It was a fantastic wine and not like any
other wines that I have had.
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Molly Christhilf
1 - bottle J.Lasalle Cuvee Speciale Club Premier Cru Millesime Brut 2004
I am going to do the 2004 Lassalle Special Club Brut 2004 because Kermit Lynch holds a very special
place in my heart and there is no better way to celebrate life than popping a cork and sharing Champagne
with those you love. I chose Lassalle because of their twenty-eight-year tradition of “une femme, un
esprit, un style” (one woman, one spirit, one style) which shows resilience and defeatable spirit which
I hope to emulate in my life. In the 1970s, Kermit was the first to begin importing artisanal, grower
champagne, and the Lassalles have been in the KLWM portfolio longer than anyone
(There are so many great wines that mean so much to me it’s hard to choose one, but the most
important thing is to share them with friends, family and those closest to your heart)
Lily and Scott Claffee
1 - bottle Battenfeld-Spanier Kirchenstück Spätburgunder GG 2009
In August 2012, we traveled to Germany, visiting the wine regions of the Mosel Valley, the Nahe, and
the Rheinhessen. We drank mostly Riesling, of course, but one of the most surprising, and pleasing,
wines of the trip was this amazing Pinot Noir (or Spatburgunder, as the Germans call it). This wine is
designated a “GG” (the equivalent of a grand cru), and is made using old-school methods, including
aging in large wood barrels, allowing the terroir to show through. The young winemaker, Hans Olivier
Spanier, is a rising star, and is obsessed with making what he calls “authentic” wines. Please enjoy this
little memento of our trip and see for yourself that Germany is about more than just Riesling!
Susan Grais
1 - bottle The Ojai Vineyard Melville Syrah 2007
Syrah and Petite Syrah are among my favorite varietals - always wonderful to contrast and compare.
Gil Guarino
1 - bottle Château Calon-Segur Marquis de Calon 1995
My favorite Appellation is St. Estephe and like 1995. Great earthiness and depth.
Doug Heye
1 – bottle Château Musar blanc 2004
In honor of the recently departed Serge Hochar, a hero, not just for making exciting, idiosyncratic
wines (the white is a blend of Merwah and Obaideh), but for making those wines during war-torn
Lebanon and missing only one vintage since 1972.
William Holby
1 - botttle Tua Rita Giusto di Notri Toscana 2001
This was the first really expensive bottle of wine I ever bought for myself when I got promoted into
management at Calvert Woodley. Been saving it for a special occasion and this seems like a good one!
Brian Kearney
1 - bottle Bond Estates Pluribus 2006
Bond is one of my favorite wineries of all time and Pluribus was one of the first of their wines I tasted.
I immediately realized how amazing California wines could be and was inspired to start my own
winery, Addax.
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Conrad Kenley
1 - bottle Conrad Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Because I made it!
Joel Kleinman
1 - bottle Château Lynch-Bages 2000
We drank four vintages of Lynch Bages at dinner the night we got married on the spur of the moment.
So this château has always been close to our “hearts.”
Tom Madrecki
1 - bottle Domaine Mark Angeli Ferme de la Sansonniere La Lune 2011
While cooking at Noma in Copenhagen, the importer for many of the city’s top restaurants introduced
me to this wine and its maker- kick starting a career and dream in wine. It was the “beginning.”
Carly Maher
1 - bottle Pol Roger Extra Cuvée de Réserve Champagne
This was the wine we used to announce our pregnancy: we featured Pol Roger on the left side of the
photo and a baby bottle on the right! “Popping bottles will look a little different in 2015 - Baby Maher
joins the party this summer!”
Maureen Nelson
2 - 375 ml Château Climens 2003
My favorite Bordeaux.
Elizabeth Penttinen
1 - bottle Alex Elman Bin 721 NBM
Alex (winemaker) was in my local wine shop in Arnold with her seeing eye dog named “General” she
became blind in her 20s and has built an empire – very inspirational.
Eric Platt
1 - bottle Santa Duc “Les Grancières” Gigondas 2007
This wine reminds me of my very first visit to France in 1998. I was waiting for French importer
Bobby Kacher at the time. This trip and the visit to the small village of Gigondas opened my eyes to
the wonderful world of wine.
Michael Sands
1 - bottle Château Leoville Barton 1988
I was given this bottle by owner Anthony Barton after having it with a meal at his home. It might not
have received great scores from the press, but the wine was (and is) showing beautifully.
Jeff Schragg
1 - bottle Bodegas el Nido Clio 2008
This was my first introduction to a wonderful Spanish wine.
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Jarad Slipp, MS
1 - bottle Dukchorn Vineyards Napa Valley Merlot 2012
1 - bottle RdV Vineyards Lost Mountain 2010
The Duckhorn is the wine that got me into red wines when I was 17 on a date in Santa Fe. The RdV
is the wine that keeps me loving wine as I am the Estate Director there.
David White
1 - bottle Peay Vineyards Pinot Noir Pomarium Estate 2011
I’ll never forget my first experience with Peay Vineyards. It was November 14, 2008, and I was
dining at the French Laundry. When I told my server that I loved wines from the extreme Sonoma
Coast, he asked if I’d ever tried the Pinots from Peay Vineyards. When I confessed that I hadn’t,
he brought over a bottle Peay’s 2006 “Pomarium Estate” Pinot Noir. It was the purest expression of
Pinot Noir I’d ever encountered, and at that moment, I became a lifelong ambassador for the winery.
Sebastian Zutant
1 - bottle Frank Cornelissen Munjebel Bianco
Made completely natural with no sulphur. This dude is the rebirth of slick, his wines are unique and
elegant and full of complexity. A blend of vineyards and varietal, the wine is salty, aeromatic, tannic
and incredibly versatile with foods. As well, only 18 bottles came to DC and I own all of them. This
wine is unlikely to be seen again.
Heart’s Delight Bordeaux Collection
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estimated value: $2,000
24 bottles from the 2012 vintage and select earlier vintages. This is a unique collection
of a bottle from the wines that were tasted during today’s Master Class and our friends
from Bordeaux. We invited all of the winemakers to bring an older vintage of their
choosing (in addition to the 2012 vintage) and discuss both during the tasting - the
high bidder on this lot will be the lucky benefactor of some great surprises from the
generous winemakers.