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Spring Valley Vineyard is a small production Washington state winery north of Walla Walla, producing only estate-grown and bottled red wine. The names given to Spring Valley wines are a tribute to the family members who have struggled and succeeded in farming the same land for well over 100 years. You, too, can be a part of this rich family tapestry by bringing home this exceptional collection of wines for your own cellar.
The limited edition box set features six 2011 wines as well as a full-color printed history of the Corkrum-Derby family and the vineyard. To give you a sneak peek at what’s in store, the selection includes the Katherine Corkrum Cabernet Franc, given 93 points by The Wine Advocate, as well as the award-winning Sharilee Petit Verdot. All of these wines will age wonderfully and are of distinct heritage, from a terroir like none other. They reflect the dedication of six generations of family farmers.
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$265
INCLUDES
Six 750ml Bottles
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Spring Valley Vineyard
Walla Walla, Washington
Split Rail Winery is cultivating a vibrant wine culture in Idaho. The winery emerged from a fervent belief in supporting local agriculture and creating local products, exploring new wines and creating new wine styles, and an unfettered love for drinking, eating and friends. Get to know them.
Start off with two bottles of 2011 Snake River Valley Mourvedre, a complex and tannic red that begs for meat and potatoes. You will have a secret love affair with this wine. And continue your newfound infatuation with two bottles of 2011 Snake River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Best drunk copiously, with focused determination and unwavering resolve, this Cabernet brims with intense and lush fruit; it is juicy, herbal, meaty and barbaric. Last but certainly not least, cherish two Magnums of Split Rail’s outstanding 2010 Snake River Valley Syrah. This is definitely a relationship worth pursuing.
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$195
INCLUDES
Four 750ml Bottles
Two 1.5-Liter Bottles
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Split Rail Winery Boise, Idaho
Hayfork Wine Company’s goal is to emphasize the importance of farming in winemaking. They strongly believe that the hands of the farmer in the field lay the foundation necessary to produce a quality wine. Wine also advocates kinship, and Hayfork’s winemaker Haley Wight makes wine with that philosophy in mind. She likes to imagine that Hayfork is creating a product that encourages people to gather together with family and friends.
By taking home two Magnums of the 2011 Hayfork Lewelling Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon this evening, you will certainly be tempted to do just that. This beautiful young wine proves itself with steady tannins, flavors of pepper and black raspberry, balanced oak and a luscious velvety texture. The 2011 is charming now and will also age elegantly to grace your table for many years to come.
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$200
INCLUDES
Two 1.5-Liter Bottles
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Hayfork Wine Company
St. Helena, California
An Old World philosophy and farming practices at Canihan Family Cellars yield deeply expressive, flavorful wines that are highly coveted and rarely available. But not to worry; we have you covered. Tonight, you can take home a mixed case of Canihan’s finest: four bottles each of 2010 Canihan Family Estate Pinot Noir, 2011 Canihan Family Estate Pinot Noir, and 2010 “Exuberance” Syrah Blend.
But wait, there’s more. Three couples can also enjoy a private vineyard tour, lunch and vertical tasting in Sonoma with Bill at Canihan. If desired, the visit can be scheduled during harvest so that guests will be able to experience harvesting, sorting grapes, de-stemming, and crush. The private tasting will include the gold medal- winning 2010, 2011 and 2013 Estate Pinot Noirs, along with the 2009, 2010 and 2011 Exuberance Syrahs (rated 93 points or higher), as well as the vineyard’s inaugural Chardonnay. As a special bonus, each couple will take home a complimentary gift box containing their three favorite wines. We don’t blame you for getting excited!
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$1,200
INCLUDES
Twelve 750ml Bottles
Three Three-Bottle Gift Boxes
Tour & Tasting for Six
Lunch for Six
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Canihan Family Cellars
Sonoma, California
Did you know that the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State consistently produces some of the highest scoring wines across the globe? The region is acclaimed for its red varietals and is well known for its superb growing conditions. Corvus Cellars, established in 2004, invites you to discover for yourself why this area and its wines are so remarkable.
Four couples can enjoy and explore together during a three-night stay at Corvus Casa, the gorgeous vacation home at the vineyard. While Red Mountain is a unique and special place for growing grapes, it is also an oasis in the desert landscape and offers amazing views and an opportunity to feel “a million miles away” from the rest of the world. Nestled among the vineyards of Corvus Cellars, the house offers expansive views of Red Mountain, Horse Heaven Hills and the Yakima Valley. Corvus Casa provides guests with a beautiful and comfortable setting for a truly memorable wine tasting experience. And as a souvenir of your sojourn, you will also receive a selection of Corvus wines to take home.
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$1,125
INCLUDES
Three-Night Stay
Wine for Eight
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Corvus Cellars
Walla Walla, Washington
We all know that Chateau Ste. Michelle is a bastion of Washington winemaking. And tonight, they offer up some of their most inspired creations—three Magnums of their 2010 Artist Series blend. Winemakers and artists have drawn inspiration from one another for centuries. For the Artist Series Meritage wines, head winemaker Bob Bertheau crafts exceptional Bordeaux-style blends of unique power and character that honor world-class artisans such as Dale Chihuly, Alden Mason, and Andre Petterson. The 2010 vintage delivers black cherry aromas and spice notes with velvety tannins. Most of the blend was sourced from the Cold Creek Vineyard, providing power and elegance. Fruit from the Canoe Ridge Estate vineyard rounds out the wine for a layered, complex and harmonious result and a smooth finish. This wine was given 92 points by The Wine Advocate, and the review highlights its “…superb concentration and mid-palate density,” calling it a “medium to full-bodied, classy wine.”
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$450
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Three 1.5-Liter Bottles
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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Woodinville, Washington
The Donum Estate, loosely translated as “gift of the land,” is both a place and a unique product, comprised of three vineyards perfectly suited to Pinot Noir. Here, the winemakers share a love of the land and a passion for wine. Their gift of the land for you tonight is a package of four Magnums from their impressive collection of Pinot Noirs, all scoring 94 points and above from Wine Spectator.
The 2008 Donum Carneros West Slope Pinot Noir (96 points) flaunts “an abundance of succulent berry flavors and an impeccable balance of weight and intensity in an enduring, refreshing finish.” Not to be upstaged is the 2009 Donum Carneros East Slope Pinot Noir (96 points), a “stunning red [with] plenty of both power and finesse [that] retains an air of sophistication.” Tempting tasting notes describe the 2010 Donum Carneros Estate Pinot Noir (95 points): “Deftly combining earthiness and fresh fruit, this brooding wine is lifted by wonderful acidity, and finishes with a lingering raspberry flavor.” And rounding out the dazzling selection is the 2011 Donum Russian River Reserve Pinot Noir (94 points), a stand-alone wine that is incredibly intense yet retains bright, excellent structure. What a gift!
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$750
INCLUDES
Four 1.5-Liter Bottles
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The Donum Estate
Sonoma, California
The Vintage Point portfolio is made up of independent boutique wineries that enthusiastically share a vision that wine offers a special connection to people and their experiences. To that end, Vintage Point presents a special auction lot for you this evening: a case of Cherry Pie Wines’ 2012 Cherry Tart Pinot Noir. Cherry Pie defines a winemaking approach and technique created by cult winemaker Jayson Woodbridge and this unique vintage redefines artisanal Pinot Noir. His wines are dazzling in their layered, sensory excellence and are redolent of the flavors and aromas of something delicious baking in a warm kitchen, hence the name. The beautifully rich, pure Cherry Tart Pinot Noir offers abundant aromas of cloves, sweet apple skins, and Rainier cherries. Full-bodied, its lush texture leads to a long finish and leaves you wanting more. Enjoy!
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$225
INCLUDES
Twelve 750ml Bottles
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Vintage Point
Sonoma, California
Bennett Lane Winery crafts fine wine at the pinnacle of Napa Valley, the northernmost corner of Calistoga. The winery has garnered an incredible 34 scores of 90+ points from Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast and Robert Parker in just seven vintages. The focus at Bennett Lane is to produce well-balanced, handcrafted wines from uncompromising vineyard sources. Sample the fruits of their labor with this lot—two bottles each of a vertical collection of the 2009-2011 Bennett Lane Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, lushly textured wines that pair well with any meal.
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$260
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Six 750ml Bottles
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Bennett Lane Winery
Calistoga, California
High in the eastern mountains of the Napa Valley sits a breathtaking wine estate. Located in the remote Atlas Peak District, Antica produces very small lots of truly outstanding wines, a testament to the discipline and knowledge of the Antinori family. The family’s history in the wine industry spans six centuries and 26 generations. This vertical collection of Magnums of Antica Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from 2009-2011 represents some of their best selections, hence the winery’s “Primo Selezione” categorization. In case you need more convincing, read on…the 2011 is a generous wine that offers rich flavors and a plush texture and the 2009 is full-bodied, yet graceful and supple, ending with a long, pure, and persistent finish.
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$240
INCLUDES
Three 1.5-Liter Bottles
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Antica Napa Valley
Napa, California