# 50

The Presidents Cup Magnum

The Presidents Cup Magnum was created as a special gift from The U.S. Captain, Fred Couples, for the International Team in the 2009 Presidents Cup Matches held in San Francisco.  There were fewer than 30 bottles made.  Not only is this an enormously rare and special bottle of wine, the wine itself has won numerous awards and accolades. Owning this ultra-premium wine allows you to join the ranks of Fred Couples; Presidents Clinton, Bush, and Obama; California Governor Schwarzenegger; Prime Minister Bumbry of Victoria, Australia; Mayor Newsom of San Francisco and the captains of both of the 2009 Presidents Cup teams along with the opposing players.  This Couples and Co premier vintage, 1.5 liter 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, is signed and donated by Freddy Couples and winemaker Mitch Cosentino. In addition to this special magnum, you will also receive 6 -750ml bottles each of both of the Couples & Co wines, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese.  Imagine owning a wine that is almost as rare as you are!

DONATION:

• 1 Limited-Edition Presidents Cup Magnum, Signed by Fred Couples and Winemaker Mitch Cosentino
• 6 -750ml each of Couples & Co Limited Production Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese

DONOR: Mitch Cosentino, Fred Couples, Couples and Co Winery

VALUE: Priceless

# 51

Cardinals vs. The Fighting Irish Football!

Stanford vs. Notre Dame

The unrivaled, raw excitement of college football in America’s heartlandwelcomes you!  Two couples will witness the rivalry between the Stanford Cardinals and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish from preferred seating during the game in South Bend, Indiana, on September 25, 2010.  Before the game, get in on the action with pre-game sideline passes for the Notre Dame team side—just don’t wear Stanford attire!  A parking pass ensuring close access to the stadium and an opportunity to join a tailgate party hosted by the Loughrey’s before the game make this auction lot a football lover’s dream!  

Includes two rooms for three nights, September 23-25, 2010, at Spring Hill Suites by Marriott in South Bend.

DONATION:

• 4 Tickets in Preferred Seating for the Stanford vs. Notre Dame Game in South Bend, Indiana, on September 25, 2010
• 1 Parking Pass
• 4 Pre-Game Sideline Passes for Notre Dame (No Stanford Attire, Please!)
• Opportunity to Join Tailgate Party Before the Game
• 2 Rooms For 3 Nights at Spring Hill Suites by Marriott in South Bend, Indiana, during September 23-25, 2010

DONOR: Joe & Deborah Loughrey

VALUE: $3,000

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transportation not included.  Valid for September 23-25, 2010.

# 52

Fine Wine & Fast Cars

Calling all thrill-seeking wine lovers!  This adventure for 2 couples is designed to be unlike any other visit to Napa.  Take a private tour and tasting at both PlumpJack Winery and CADE Estate Winery with the winemaker and take home a 3-liter of 2007 PlumpJack Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and a 3-liter of 2007 CADE Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain.  While at CADE, enjoy a special lunch with stunning views of the Napa Valley from atop Howell Mountain.  Get there and back in your sporty Tesla Roadster, delivering giddy acceleration with an all-electric motor, for driving during your visit to Napa.  Spend three nights at The Orchard at The Carneros Inn in Napa Valley, nestled among 27 acres of seemingly endless rows of grape vines, bucolic Napa farmland and scenic apple orchards, and pairing traditional Napa Valley agricultural themes with stylish and modern resort accommodations.   

After this much fun, Napa will never be the same again!

DONATION:

• 3-Nights’ Stay for 2 Couples (4) at The Orchard at The Carneros Inn
• Tesla Roadsters to Drive During Your Visit
• Tour and Tasting with the Winemaker at PlumpJack Winery
• Tour, Tasting and Lunch for 4 with the Winemaker at CADE Estate Winery
• 3-Liter of 2007 PlumpJack Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
• 3-Liter of 2007 CADE Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain

DONOR: CADE Estate Winery, Plumpjack Winery, The Carneros Inn, Tesla Motors

VALUE: $10,000

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare not included.  Based on mutually-agreed upon dates.

# 53

Sentient Jet

Membership in Sentient Jet offers the ultimate in travel: private flights aboard a fleet of corporate jet aircraft. Leave when you want, go in comfort, and arrive rested and on-time. Planes are available 24/7, 365 days-a-year and can be arranged with as few as ten hours notice. Sentient Jet service area includes the continental United States, the Caribbean, Mexico and intra-Europe. Experience the best in air travel with this $10,000 Sentient Jet Flight Card.

DONATION:

• Sentient Flight Card to be Used at Bidder’s Discretion

DONOR: Sentient Jet

VALUE: $10,000

# 54

Alfresco “Araujo Style” – By Special Invitation Only

Join acclaimed Vintners and Proprietors, Bart and Daphne Araujo, for a tantalizing alfresco luncheon for six guestswith beautiful views of the Palisade Mountains as your backdrop. Before lunch, your group will be guided on a private tour of the state-of-the-art winery and property, a stunning 38-acre parcel, planted and farmed 100% organically and biodynamically; a special event not available to the public.  To remember your day, take home a highly sought-after 3-liter of 1997 Araujo ‘Eisele Vineyard’ Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine that Robert Parker calls “a beauty,” and “top-notch.”  A luscious addition to your cellar, this wine is drinkable through 2020.

DONATION:

• Alfresco Luncheon for 6 at Araujo Estate with Owners, Bart & Daphne Araujo, in Calistoga
• 3-Liter Bottle of 1997 Araujo ‘Eisele Vineyard’ Cabernet Sauvignon

DONOR: Bart and Daphne Araujo

VALUE: $2,000

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transportation not included. Expires August 2011. Call well in advance for a mutually-agreeable date.

# 55

The Chef & The Winemaker

A Mountain High and the Valley’s Best

Four Couples are going to celebrate Napa’s fusion of food and wine for three days with Mary and Freddy Constant at their CONSTANT Winery at Diamond Mountain Vineyard, while lodging at the award-winning Calistoga Ranch Resort. Begin your escapade by checking into your luxury residential lodge at Calistoga Ranch, equipped with indoor outdoor living rooms and a professionally equipped kitchen.  Discreetly nestled among mossy oaks and majestic redwoods, Calistoga Ranch is consistently rated among the top intimate resorts in the world, and embodies truly unique wine country living.  

Spend the first morning at the Bathhouse Spa at Calistoga Ranch, recentlynamed the #2 Spa in North America by Travel & Leisure Magazine, where each guest will be pampered with a 60-minute treatment of their choice.  Next, head up to Mary’s Kitchen (featured in Architectural Digest) for a cooking class by our friend, Hugh Carpenter, one of the most famous and entertaining cooking teachers in the US and Mexico.  Hugh is also the author of 15 cookbooks and he has graciously agreed to lead us in a fun and interactive cooking class that will take advantage of Napa’s bounty of great ingredients.  Then hang out…play tennis, bocce…swim…or just relax. As the afternoon comes to a close, head back to Calistoga Ranch and get ready for a delicious family-style dinner prepared by Lakehouse Executive Chef, Erik Villar.

After a good nights’ rest, in the morning, hop in your complimentary Mercedes for the day, courtesy of Calistoga Ranch, and head to the St Helena Farmers’ Market to forage with Mary for provisions.  Peruse the options and decide whether it will be fresh fish, organic grass-fed beef or homegrown chicken for dinner, along with whatever might be abundant in Mary’s own gardens and orchards. Then, stop off at the CIA for lunch and shopping for those special things for your kitchen. And finally, Napa Valley tours, the preeminent chauffer service in the Valley, will pick you up and take you to CONSTANT Winery at Diamond Mountain Vineyard for an unforgettable evening.  At a dinner underneath the stars, you’ll be as close to heaven as it gets in the Napa Valley…as Mary will prepare your feast while Freddy delves into the cave with its more than 15 Estate Vintages of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah.  Plus each couple will take home three signed magnums of wine, hand selected just for you.

And remember, what happens at CONSTANT, stays at CONSTANT.  After all, the sky’s the limit when you’re on the top of the world!

DONATION:

• Accommodations for 4 Couples (8) in 2 Owners Lodges at Calistoga Ranch for 3 Nights
• 60-Minute Spa Treatment for Each Guest at the Bathhouse Spa at Calistoga Ranch
• Cooking Class with Hugh Carpenter
• Dinner for 8 with Lakehouse Executive Chef, Erik Villar
• Use of Mercedes for a Day
• Farmer’s Market Tour for 8 with Mary Constant
• Lunch for 8 at the Wine Spectator Restaurant
• Tasting, Dinner and Wines at CONSTANT Winery at Diamond Mountain Vineyard, Prepared by Mary Constant
• 3 Signed Magnums for Each Couple

DONOR: Freddy and Mary Constant, CONSTANT Winery at Diamond Mountain Vineyard, Calistoga Ranch, Hugh Carpenter, Wine Spectator Restaurant

VALUE: $12,100

RESTRICTIONS: Farmer’s Market open May 20-September 31, 2011. Airfare and ground transportation not included.  Dates based on mutually-agreeable times for all parties involved.

# 56

Revana Nirvana

Located in the heart of Napa Valley, Revana Family Vineyard is a vineyard and winery estate focused on producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon. For Dr. Madaiah Revana, it is the culmination of his dream to grow and craft wines of exceptional quality.  With luxuries such as a world class winemaker, an inspirational vineyard, and a state of the art facility, Revana has the ability to create wines of precision that rival the best the world has to offer.  Join Dr. Revana and the Revana Family Vineyard staff for a delectable, multi-course wine dinner for eight.  Tour the property and learn more about the winemaking styles of the vineyard manager, Jim Barbour, and acclaimed winemaker, Heidi Peterson Barrett.  Winner of the auction lot also receives a rare, full collection of the limited-edition 2006 Revana Cabernet including a 3-pack of 750ml bottles packaged in a wooden box, a 1.5-liter, 3-liter, 6-liter, and a 9-liter.

DONATION:

• Multi-Course Wine Dinner for 8 with Dr. Revana
• Full Collection of Rare, Limited-Edition 2006 Revana Cabernet: 3-750ml Bottles in a Wooden Box, a 1.5L, 3L, 6L and a 9L 

DONOR: Dr. Madaiah Revana

VALUE: $4,100

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transporation not included.  Dinner based on mutual availability.

# 57

Darioush Harvest Experience

You and three guests can be immersed in Persian culture at Darioush for a day!  Help pick, sort, and crush grapes as you learn the ins and outs of grape growing and Bordeaux-style winemaking.  Join Darioush Khaledi, owner of Darioush, or the President, Dan de Polo, for a delicious private winery lunch.  Leave with two 3-liter bottles of 2007 Darioush Signature Cabernet as a reminder of your day!  Darioush, a winery noted for its Bordeaux style estate wines, implements old world, labor-intensive, micro-vineyard management and new world state of the art technology to craft fine wines from its estates located in the appellations of Napa Valley, Mt. Veeder and Oak Knoll.

DONATION:

• Harvest Event for 2 Couples (4) Custom Crush Experience
• Lunch for 4 with Darioush Khaledi or Dan de Polo, President, Darioush Winery
• 2 3-Liter Bottles of 2007 Darioush Signature Cabernet

DONOR: Darioush Khaledi, Dan de Polo, Darioush Winery

VALUE: $5,000

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transportation not included.

# 58

Antica

Experience Napa Valley, The Antinori Way

Antinori, the 26^th generation Tuscan vintner invites you and 5 guests to spend the afternoon at their Napa Valley wine estate, Antica.  You will participate in a Tuscan-inspired, hands-on cooking class with Antica’s Napa Valley winery chef Kim Wiss and then enjoy the fruits of your labor while sipping the wines of Antica.  Not only do you get to learn the tricks of the culinary trade, you will also enjoy a wine class hosted by Estate Director Glenn Salva as he takes you through a tasting of wines from vintages 2001 through 2007. Learn why this estate is so very special to the Antinori Family of Florence, Italy.  For a little taste of what’s to come, the winning bidder receives 6 bottles of Antica Cabernet Sauvignon to enjoy now: two bottles each from their 2005, 2006, and 2007 vintages.

DONATION:

• Tuscan-Inspired Hands-On Cooking Class and Lunch for 6 with Antica Napa Valley Winery Chef Kim Wiss
• Wine Class Hosted by Estate Director Glenn Salva
• 6 Bottles of Antica Cabernet Sauvignon: Two Bottles Each of 2005, 2006, and 2007 Vintages

DONOR: Antica Napa Valley - An Antinori Family Wine Estate

VALUE: $1,200

RESTRICTIONS: To be held at a mutually-agreeable time.  Airfare and ground transportation are not included.

# 59

Hedonism with the Harbisons

Enjoy a private dinner for 8 with honorees Teri Kuhn and Emily Miner, the last two Fund a Need "Cancergators," at the beautiful Harbison Estate in the heart of their premier vineyard. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Mayacamas as the sun sets…. View the gorgeous properties of the Harbison’s neighbors, Joseph Phelps and Screaming Eagle.  A Top Chef or Iron Chef lady or gentleman will prepare an amazing dinner accompanied by stellar wines from the Harbison's private cellar.  A surprise guest or two may also appear! This special tribute dinner will be held on Wednesday, August 3, 2011, prior to The V Foundation Wine Celebration weekend.

DONATION:

• Private Dinner for 8 Honoring Teri Kuhn and Emily Miner at the Harbison Estate on August 3, 2011

DONOR: Joe & Patricia Harbison

VALUE: $2,400

RESTRICTIONS: Date of dinner is August 3, 2011.  Airfare and ground transportation not included.

# 60

Great Wines For Great Causes

A Memorable Meal with Garen & Shari Staglin

The Staglins are a family that enjoys wine and cares deeply about philanthropy. Each person in the family, Shari, Garen, Brandon and Shannon, works together to make their motto, “Great wines for great causes,” a reality. The wines made are not only a passion in itself but also a means to make the world a better place. Breathe in the fresh air of the Rutherford foothills as you look out from the Manley House porch over rows of beautiful Cabernet. Swirl and taste some Chardonnay with Shari, and she'll tell you how her favorite varietal got planted here in 1994. Walk around the caves with Garen, and he’ll tell you how the winery works, gesturing like the Italian he is, making sure you know how special the winemaking here is. Sit down at the dinner table with 9 of your friends, have some more of the highly acclaimed wine, and enjoy the conversation with your friends while you are served an above-and-beyond meal prepared by one of the great chefs of Northern California.  That evening, check in to the historic Napa River Inn, which captures the allure of Wine Country, and enjoy a 3-liter of the award-winning 2006 Staglin Family Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.

DONATION:

• Lunch or Dinner for 10 with Shari & Garen Staglin
• 3-Liter of 2006 Staglin Family Vineyards
• 1-Nights’ Stay for 10 in five Historic Deluxe Rooms at Napa River Inn, Including Breakfast at Sweetie Pies and Wine Tasting at Silos

DONOR: Garen & Shari Staglin, Staglin Family Vineyards, Napa River Inn

VALUE: $6,500

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transportation not included.  Based upon mutually-agreed upon dates.  Expires August 2011.

# 61

Supreme Salamanzar

Dalla Valle Vineyards is a small, family-owned winery located on a plateau 400 feet above the valley floor in the eastern hills of Oakville. The combination of perfect sun exposure and the cooling marine influence from the Pacific Ocean make this an ideal site for world class winegrowing. Alluring and full of unmistakable pedigree, Dalla Valle Maya is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from the small and remarkable vineyard that bears its name. Each year, fewer than 500 cases of this wine are produced. The grapes for Maya are aged in 70% to 80% new French oak, producing a graceful wine of refinement, rich elegance and outstanding aging potential.  A rare offering in a large format--perfect for wine connoisseurs!

DONATION:

• 9-Liter of 2000 Maya Red Wine, Etched and Handpainted, in a Wooden Wine Box

DONOR: Naoko Dalla Valle, Dalla Valle Vineyards

VALUE: $4,800

# 62

Carmel Food & Wine Weekend

Del Monte Forest, also known as Pebble Beach, sits along one of the most picturesque strips of coastline in the world.  From April 29-May 1, 2011, countless food and wine enthusiasts will gather here for the 3^rd Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine event.  You and 3 guests can join the action and taste culinary delights and premier wines from the top chefs and wineries in the country.  Enjoy VIP behind-the-scenes access and exclusive after parties with The V Foundation insiders as your guides to the festival.  At the end of each day, rejuvenate at L’Auberge Carmel, a member of the prestigious International Relais & Chateaux Hotel group, located on a quiet street in the heart of Carmel-By-The-Sea. This charming, romantic, small luxury inn with a European country character, coupled with European professional service, will make your stay magnifique!

DONATION:

• Tickets for 2 Couples (4) to the 3^rd Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine Event April 29-May 1, 2011
• VIP Access and Exclusive After Parties with The V Foundation Insiders as Your Guides
• 2 Rooms for 2 Nights at the luxurious L’Auberge Carmel
• Breakfast at Aubergine is Included Each Morning of Your Stay

     DONOR: David Fink, Manager and Proprieter L’Auberge Carmel

     VALUE: $3,000

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transportation not included.

# 63

Napa Valley Festival Del Sole

A Feast For The Senses

Festival del Sole takes place every summer in California’s beautiful Napa Valley, featuring concerts by some of the world’s most celebrated musical artists, five-star cuisine, art exhibits, and wines from Napa’s top vintners, blended in a unique celebration of the art of life. Here’s a very special package for two guests to enjoy three fabulous days at the 2011 Napa Valley Festival del Sole!  Experience glorious performances and exclusive events on the three festival days of your choice between July 15 and July 24, 2011.  These VIP passes include EVERYTHING taking place on your selected days:

• Concerts – Since 2006, this festival has presented a galaxy of international stars: Renée Fleming, Christine Brewer, Frederica von Stade, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Conrad Tao, Carlo Ponti, Chris Botti and Nikki Yanofsky…  dancers of the Bolshoi, Kirov and San Francisco Ballets… and many more.  For the 2011 season the renowned Russian National Orchestra will be in residence, performing with another stellar line-up of world-famed artists.

• Gala Events – These exclusive passes are your entre to a host of daily vintner’s luncheons, post-concert dinners and special events that are the social center of Festival del Sole.  You will mix and mingle with artists, vintners and patrons, and savor fine wine and cuisine at gorgeous Napa Valley wineries and estates that open their doors to the festival’s VIP guests.

The festival also features special wine tastings, art exhibitions, wellness programs, the Bouchaine Young Artists Series showcasing emerging talent, and other unique activities.

Come see what the New York Times is calling, “A feast for the senses!”

DONATION:

• Tickets for 2 Guests to Enjoy 3 Days of Their Choice Between July 15-24, 2011, at the Napa Valley Festival del Sole

DONOR: Festival Association Napa Valley

VALUE: $5,000

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare, ground transportation and hotel accommodations not included.  Must be used the week of July 15-24, 2011.

# 64

Australian Open

The 2011 Australian Open, with over 100 years of tradition, is the first of the world’s four yearly Grand Slam tennis tournaments.  On January 30 & 31, 2011, you and three guests will bask in the Australian summer sun at Melborne Park as you observe the court action of the world’s elite tennis players with four tickets to both the semi-final and final matches.  This package includes a private, behind-the-scenes tour of ESPN’s on-site production studios and host position overlooking the grounds of Melbourne Park and Rod Laver Arena. While on tour you will have the opportunity to meet and greet ESPN commentators, capture photos with them, and learn all about the event.  Grab your hat and sunglasses and get ready to say, “Game, set, match!”

DONATION:

• 4 Tickets to the Semi-Final and Final Matches of the Australia Open in 2011
• Private Behind-The-Scenes Tour

DONOR: ESPN

VALUE: $3,000

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare, ground transportation and hotel accommodations not included.

# 65

The Greatest Snow On Earth!

Park City, Utah

One lucky couple will enjoy this “unparalleled” journey to the land of powder! Park City may be a quick 30-minute drive from Salt Lake City International Airport but feels like a world away.  This luxurious adventure begins with a two-night stay at the Waldorf Astoria Park City where you’ll experience incomparable pampering in your one-bedroom suite.  A wintertime jaunt to Park City wouldn’t be complete without some snow fun and this includes one day of world-class skiing at both The Canyons and Deer Valley Resort.  Work up an appetite skiing and enjoy a delectable dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steak House.  After a day spent exploring the mountain, you’ll appreciate a 50-minute Swedish Massage in the hotel’s own Golden Door Spa for each guest.

DONATION:

• One Room for 2 Nights at the Waldorf Astoria Park City for 2 Guests
• Ski Passes for 2 People for 2 Days—One Pass for The Canyons, One Pass for Deer Valley Resort
• Dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steak House for 2
• 2 50-Minute Swedish Massages

DONOR: Peace House

VALUE: $2,000

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transportation not included.  Hotel expires June 11, 2011.  Passes valid for 2010/2011 ski season with holiday periods December 25, 2010-January 02, 2011, January 15-17, 2011, and February 18-21, 2011 excluded.

# 66

A Moment Like This

NCAA Championship

A hard-fought battle between Duke and Butler ended with a triumphant victory for the Blue Devils, making the 2010 NCAA Championship Duke University’s fourth national title win. Head Coach Mike Krzyzewski has led the team through it all and is pleased to share this invaluable auction lot, filled with the passion of college basketball.  One-of-a-kind memorabilia from this historical event includes an actual chair “from the bench” at the championship game, locker room gear, an autographed team ball and a team photo that Coach K will personalize for the winning bidder at the auction.  There will never be another auction lot like this.  Own a piece of history and experience a moment like this!

DONATION:

• Actual Chair From the Bench at the 2010 NCAA Championship  Game
• Locker Room Gear from 2010 NCAA Champs the Duke Blue Devils
• Signed Team Ball
• Personalized Team Photo from Coach K

DONOR: Mike “Coach K” Krzyzewski, Duke University

VALUE: Priceless

# 67

“Frankly” Fabulous

Housed in the historic Larkmead winery in Napa Valley, Frank Family Vineyards produces wines that live up to the heritage of the land on which they are produced.  Visit the winery and enjoy a private lunch for six with your hostess, owner/partner Connie Frank.  After lunch, take a story-filled tour through the historic building where the thick, stone walls, high-stacked barrels and rich bouquet of aging wines create the utmost in winery ambience.

Take home a 6-Liter of Frank Family’s award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon.  The wine’s aromasare overflowing with the scent of a ripe blackberry patch, sweet vanilla and juicy black cherries. This bounty of flavor is harmoniously balanced by a well structured mouthfeel of velvety tannins that are graceful and supple with lasting grip.

DONATION:

• Lunch for 6 at Frank Family Vineyards with Owner/Partner Connie Frank
• 1-6 Liter Cabernet Sauvignon

DONOR: Frank Family Vineyard

VALUE: $1,500

RESTRICTIONS: Airfare and ground transportation not included.  Lunch based on mutually-agreed upon dates.