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Wine Spectator Wine of the Year 2013 1-Case
For its ability to balance past and future in such delicious harmony, the Cune Imperial Rioja Gran Reserva 2004 is Wine Spectator's 2013 Wine of the Year. CUNE, known as one of the few producers to marry the history of European winemaking with the innovations of today, was founded by brothers Eusebio and Raimundo Real de Asúa in 1879. Now one of Rioja's most important wineries, Cune is among the producers that helped define classic Rioja. This is the only wine from Spain to ever be awarded Wine Spectator's #1 accolade.
Value: Priceless
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2 Arietta Six Liters and Tasting
One each etched 6.0L Arietta H Block Hudson Vineyard Red 2011 and etched 6.0L Arietta Napa Cab Sauv 2010 along with a tasting of current and library wines with Fritz in Napa for up to 6 people
Must be used by April 2016.
Value: Priceless
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3 Nights at Domaine Serene Winery
Every CWFW, Domaine Serene is gracious enough to offer this trip and someone is lucky enough to be the winning bidder. This wonderful escape for four (4) into the world of Ken and Grace Evenstad atop the Dundee Hills in Oregon's Willamette Valley is always spectacular. This year is no different. Grab your favorite other couple and plan to secure this three-night stay for four (4) in your own private hideaway on the grounds of Domaine Serene Winery. As a token of your fabulous stay and private VIP Tour and Tasting, you will bring home a bottle of each of their Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. You'll definitely agree that this is just a little part of heaven.
Expiration 4/25/15.
Value: $3,500.00
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Super Bowl of Wine & Food
Since the premiere of the Super Bowl of Wine & Food, every event has been without question one of the best gastronomic evenings anywhere in the world. Once again, Pam & David Furr have generously offered their house and access to their cellar with the culinary talents of Chef Chris Ivens-Brown (Executive Chef and Director of Culinary Development, Compass Group). Just a trip to David's cellar is worth the price of admission. Get your group together, get ready to bid. Only eight (8) people will get this experience, so choose your friends wisely! You'll be headed to The Sanctuary for an out of this world wine and food extravaganza.
Subject to mutually agreeable scheduling. All participants must be 21 years of age. Expires April 30, 2015.
Value: Priceless
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Spottswoode Double Magnum Collection
The ladies of Spottswoode have earned a position of prominence among the most prestigious of Napa Valley wineries. Since their inception in 1982, Spottswoode has released many of Napa's most memorable Cabernet Sauvignons. Elegance, refinement, and sheer pleasure are derived from these wines. Enjoy this collection of Double Magnums. A rare addition to any cellar.
1998 Spottswood Cabernet Sauvignon 3.0 Liter
1999 Spottswood Cabernet Sauvignon 3.0 Liter
2000 Spottswood Cabernet Sauvignon 3.0 Liter
And the critics...what do they say of these wines? ​Uncommonly precocious and delicious...Chateau Margaux-like in its essence...one of the most successful wines for the vintage...impeccably balanced and seamless."
Value: $2,000.00
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Yankees or Red Sox
Have you ever been to Fenway Park? What about Yankee Stadium? Want to? Want to be a part of the great Yankees/Red Sox rivalry. Well you can! And you can see baseball in style! Pick your stage - on top of the Green Monster at Fenway or in Legends Club at Yankee Stadium. Seriously, pick ANY regular season game in either New York or Boston. And you will be there. It's that simple. You can choose a Red Sox vs. Yankees game and see the best of baseball rivalries, or just pick any single game from either the Yankees or Red Sox 2014 regular season. Four Tickets. Pretty simple. Pretty fabulous.
Subject to mutually agreeable choice of dates. Game choice must be made no later than April 30. Good for regular season games during the 2014 season.
Value: Priceless
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The Tuscany Experience: 6 Nights, 4 People in the heart of Italy. Plus 6 remarkable Tuscan wines for your cellar
Six nights in Tuscany, seven wine estates visits for two couples (4 people). Overnight accommodations in three distinct regions of Tuscany: Bolgheri (the Tuscan Coast) at Tenuta di Biserno (owned by the Antinori family); Montalcino at the Banfi Estate, and Chianti Classico at the Cantina of Il Molino di Grace. And the finest hospitality in the most elite private accommodations available in Italy.
Bolgheri begins with two nights at Tenuta di Biserno. A four bedroom 18th Century Villa on over 80 hectares includes views of the Mediterranean, private beach access and a swimming pool. Includes a private vineyard tour and tasting with Bolgheri legend, Michele Satta, winemaker and caretaker of the land for 40 years, offering a history of the region and the Super Tuscan movement that only he can tell.
In Chianti Classico, you will be treated like family for two nights at Il Molino di Grace. Frank Grace and his son Tim will offer a unique perspective of modern Chianti during a private tasting and hosted by the Grace's during your stay. Tour the Fontodi winery with the Manetti family and visit the Tolaini Estate. With guidance from Oenologist Michele Roland, Tolaini is similar to the great Chateau of Bordeaux.
Your last stop in Tuscany is Montalcino, where you will stay at Castello Banfi, offering legendary refined farmhouse luxury in the heart of their vineyards. Private tasting included. You will then travel to Sienna to visit winemaking legend, Donatella Cinelli Colombini, whose Colombini estate is the only Brunello house run by ladies. The family will provide dinner for you inside their 16th century wine estate.
And take these 6 Tuscan wines home tonight: Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG; Michele Satta 2010 Piastraia DOC, Bolgheri; Tolaini 2009 Valdisanti IGT, Tuscany; Il Molino di Grace 2006 Chianti Classico Riserva "Margone" DOCG; Fontodi 2009 Chianti Classico DOCG; Michele Satta 2010 Syrah IGT, Bolgheri.
Dates to be determined based on mutual agreement with host wineries and the winning bidder. Ashli Cohen will act as your liaison for arrangements. Exp. August 2015.
Value: $10,000.00
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CWFW 25th Anniversary 1989 Collection
In 1989, some foresighted individuals came together to start what is today the Charlotte Wine & Food Weekend. Tonight we celebrate twenty-five years of food, wine, fun, and good works with these great heroes through a collection of impressive wines from the 1989 vintage.
The 25 Year Anniversary Collection - 1989 Lateral
Chateau Lafite du Carruades; Chateau Angelus; Chateau Leoville Barton; Chateau La Lagune; Grgich Hills Cabernet Sauvignon; Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape; Chateau Meyney; Chateau Talbot; Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon; Far Niente Dolce (.375 ml)
Value: $2,000.00
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Bacchanalian Merryment Redux
Grant's Tomb has much meaning in the South, but in this room tonight, we know it's the place in South Charlotte where great Burgundy lays in wait. Join Grant and Merry Schoonmaker at their home and cellar (Grant's Tomb) along with co-host Ken and Renee Bramlett (and wines from their cellar) for an evening of beautiful food and Burgundy! Porcupine Provisions will prepare dinner for this fabulous line up of wines in one of the coolest bunkers in town. Guest limited to 25 people.
Expires 4/25/15. Date must be mutually agreed upon by all parties.
Value: Priceless
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Linville Ridge Escape
Linville Ridge Country Club awaits the savvy bidder. Three (3) days, two (2) nights for four in a beautifully appointed VIP Cottage at Linville Ridge in the beautiful North Carolina Mountains. Activities are limitless, as the winning bidder will have FULL membership benefits to include greens fee waivers for two (2) rounds of golf for four (4), a tennis lesson clinic for up to four (4), and a scrumptious dinner for four (4) at the club. Not to be left out, David Furr will offer your group a wine tasting of specially selected offerings from his 12,000+ bottle cellar. This is a mountain escape like no other.
Expires 4/25/2015. Date must be mutually agreed upon by all parties.
Value: $5,000.00
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