WWW.SALUDAUCTION.ORG Welcome TABLE OF CONTENTS
Greetings & Mission Statement ...... 4 Mobile Wellness Outreach Program ...... 5 How Your Support Helps ...... 6 2016 Sponsors ...... 7 Other Contributors ...... 8 The Vintners Circle ...... 9 ¡Salud! Cuvée Tasting and Big Board Auction ...... 10 Big Board Auction Instructions ...... 11 The Auction Program ...... 12 Auctioneer ...... 13 Special Acknowledgements ...... 14 Los Heroes de ¡Salud! ...... 15 2016 ¡Salud! Committees ...... 16 Condition of Purchase ...... 17 The 2016 Vintners Circle Adelsheim Vineyard ...... 23 Alexana Estate Vineyard and Winery ...... 24 Amalie Robert Estate ...... 25 ArborBrook Vineyards ...... 26 Archery Summit ...... 27 Ayoub Wines ...... 28 Beaux Frères ...... 29 Bergström Wines ...... 30 Bethel Heights Vineyard ...... 31 Big Table Farm ...... 32 Brittan Vineyards ...... 33 Brooks Winery ...... 34 Chapter 24 Vineyards ...... 35 Chehalem ...... 36 Cristom Vineyards ...... 37 Dobbes Family Estate ...... 38 Domaine Drouhin Oregon ...... 39 Domaine Serene ...... 40 Dukes Family Vineyards ...... 41 Dusky Goose ...... 42 Elk Cove Vineyards ...... 43 Erath Winery ...... 44 Evening Land Seven Springs Estate ...... 45 Gran Moraine ...... 46 Hamacher Wines...... 47 Hyland Estates ...... 48 Lange Estate Winery and Vineyards ...... 49 Patricia Green Cellars ...... 50 Penner-Ash Wine Cellars ...... 51 Ponzi Vineyards ...... 52 R. Stuart & Co...... 53 Raptor Ridge Winery ...... 54 Résonance ...... 55 ROCO Winery ...... 56 Scott Paul Wines ...... 57 Shea Wine Cellars ...... 58 Soléna Estate ...... 59 Soter Vineyards ...... 60 St. Innocent Winery ...... 61 Stoller Family Estate ...... 62 Tr i s a e t u m ...... 63 WillaKenzie Estate ...... 64 Winderlea Vineyard & Winer y ...... 65 Winer y Partners Argyle ...... 68 Ken Wright Cellars ...... 69 Sokol Blosser ...... 70 Willamette Valley Vineyards ...... 71 Silent Auction ...... 75 Live Auction ...... 91 The ¡Salud! Mission
TUALITY HEALTHCARE—¡SALUD! SERVICES PROGRAM Tuality Healthcare’s ¡Salud! Services Program is a project of the Tuality Healthcare Foundation. 2016 marks the 25th anniversary of this project which is funded 100% from the proceeds of the annual ¡Salud! The Oregon Pinot Noir Auction and other private donations.
THE ¡SALUD! MISSION ¡Salud! was created by a group of Oregon winery owners and Tuality Healthcare physicians to address the hurdles faced by seasonal workers who cannot meet their basic healthcare needs. The vast majority of field workers move from one crop to another. Their temporary status with each employer makes them ineligible for health coverage. Without insurance, these men, women, and their families often do not seek professional healthcare until their problems become acute. Their knowledge of basic health education is poor, and they are overwhelmed by the maze of complex and confusing resources available in the medical system. ¡Salud!’s mission is to fill this gap.
OUR UNIQUE COLLABORATION The relationship between vintners and physicians, united in their mission to benefit this essential workforce, is unique to Oregon. No other state in the country has such an effective and far-reaching program to support the seasonal worker population. This progressive approach by the Oregon wine industry has enabled ¡Salud! to access workers at the worksite, as well as to identify those who are truly seasonal.
OUTREACH STAFF ¡Salud! is staffed with four full-time bilingual/bicultural employees including two registered nurses, a health educator, and an administrative coordinator. These medical professionals work to assist with access to healthcare services for Oregon’s seasonal vineyard workers and their families by utilizing their patient navigator knowledge to provide guidance, education, and advocacy for families, which ultimately helps to avoid costly medical expenses. They interact directly with the workers and their families to assist them with health problems and accessibility issues as they arise. Over the years, the staff has identified numerous high-risk patients who would have otherwise remained untreated. Through their dedication, the ¡Salud! staff have earned the trust of these families who know and appreciate that they will receive quality and compassionate care.
PARTNERSHIPS Community based clinics – Existing federally qualified health centers provide the majority of primary care. The ¡Salud! staff has a close working relationship with these clinics which workers and their families feel comfortable using for their medical needs. To help ensure access, grants for care are provided to the clinics for each medical or dental encounter. Medical Teams International – A stipend is paid for use of the fully equipped dental van staffed with volunteer dentists and hygienists. The ¡Salud! staff schedules the patients and assists them with accessing additional care if more extensive or specialized treatment is necessary. Clinics are held in varying locations convenient to the workers. Pacific University’s Dental Health School – Provides assessment and dental cleanings at the worksite with their mobile dental chairs, as well as follow-up care in the campus clinics at reduced rates.
– 4 – Other partners include: Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry, Pacific University Physical Therapy, Pacific University College of Optometry, and Project Access NOW, to name a few.
MOBILE WELLNESS OUTREACH PROGRAM Wellness Clinics offered at the work site provide prevention through health education and screenings. On-site tests results are explained to patients and referrals are arranged if follow-up care is needed. With a focus on promoting wellness, this programs offers: Cholesterol, diabetes, and vision screenings, blood pressure checks, flu and tetanus vaccinations, and occupational health, nutrition, and mental health information. In 2014, funding from more than 100 benefactors enabled the purchase of a new mobile medical unit which was built to exact specifications in order to provide easier access to the wineries and vineyards served. This alleviated the need and expense to contract a unit from another healthcare provider, and has allowed greater flexibility for clinic days and the ability to serve more people.
Tuality Healthcare ¡Salud! Services at a Glance
• Provides access to healthcare services for Oregon’s seasonal vineyard workers and their families. • Medical professionals use patient navigator knowledge and skills to provide guidance, education, and to advocate for families, avoiding costly medical expenses. • Able to deliver $3 of service for every $1 spent because of collaborative relationships with partnering healthcare organizations • In 2015, 3,873 workers and families were registered in the program and more than 5,000 medical and dental encounters were documented. Services provided or arranged by ¡Salud! include: u Dental examinations, cleanings, and procedures u Medical clinic visits for primary care u Flu and tetanus vaccinations u Vision exams and glasses u X-ray and lab diagnostics u Wellness screenings at the work site u Emergency room visits, surgeries, and hospitalizations u CPR and first aid certifications
– 5 – How Your Support Helps
Because of our collaborative relationships with partner provider organizations, ¡Salud! is often able to negotiate deep discounts for services, ensuring that our funds are used as effectively and efficiently as possible. We estimate that we are able to provide a full spectrum of preventative healthcare services to seasonal vineyard workers and their families for an average of $200 per person, per year.
$100— Offsets the costs of laboratory and diagnostic services for four people. $600— Pays for one day of mobile dental services for 10 to 15 individuals. $1,000— Assists with the financial cost of primary care services for 25 people. $2,500— Provides a full day of health education and screenings at vineyard worksites for 100 people. $5,000— Facilitates access to preventative vision care and vision hardware for 35 people. $10,000— Provides a full spectrum of preventative healthcare services for one year to 50 people.
RAISE YOUR PADDLE Tonight’s paddle raise will support the ongoing and operational costs of the Mobile Wellness Outreach Program . All gifts are meaningful and collectively make a huge impact. Name/logo recognition on the unit is available for annual gifts of $5,000 and above. Thank you for your support of this project and for partnering with us to provide preventative healthcare services to thousands of seasonal vineyard workers and their families.
– 6 – 2016 Sponsors
PLATINUM SPONSORS: Lynn and Jack Loacker Northwest Farm Credit Services O’Brien General Contracting and Design Pihl Excavating Signature Mobile Bottlers
GOLD SPONSORS: Becker Capital Management Erath Winery Irvine & Company CPAs, LLC Jackson Family Wines Oregon Health & Science University
SILVER SPONSORS: Bertram W. Coltman, Jr. Foundation Columbia Bank Davis Wright Tremaine LLP Horizon Health OVS and Results Partners Saxco International Silicon Valley Bank Stoel Rives LLP Zepponi & Company
BRONZE SPONSORS: Amcor Flexibles Duarte Nursery Flint Design Co. Medical Imaging Group of Hillsboro, LLP Northwest Distribution and Storage, Inc./WineCo, LLC Oregon Wine Services and Storage
BENEFACTORS: ecoShuttle ETS Laboratories Northwest Wines, LTD Papé Machinery Umpqua Bank
ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR: Ken Wright Cellars
SPARKLING WINE SPONSOR: Argyle
AFTER PARTY WINE SPONSOR: Sokol Blosser
MEDIA SPONSOR: Portland Business Journal
– 7 – Other Contributors
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS HOSTS: Argyle for hosting the Patrons’ Dinner
Ponzi Vineyards for hosting the ¡Salud! Cuvée Tasting and Big Board Auction
OTHER CONTRIBUTORS:
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP for pro bono legal consultation
Kathryn Elsesser Photography for photography services
Henningsen Cold Storage for storage of the ¡Salud! auction and library wines
Robert Holmes Photography for photography and videography services
Andrea Johnson Photography for photography and videography services
Oregon Wine Services and Storage for storage of the ¡Salud! auction and library wines
Mike Plunkett/Renaissance Premium Wine & Cigars for assistance with wine shipping
Savanna Ray for coordinating wine services for the Patrons’ Dinner and auction dinner
Stoller Family Estate for hosting Summertime ¡Salud!
Tuality Health Alliance for management of the grants for care payments
Carolyn Wells-Kramer for photography services
To m Yo s t for technology update and support of the Big Board Auction
– 8 – The Vintners Circle
The Vintners Circle is a group of select wineries that generously donate their time, resources, and talents to support¡Salud!. Their generosity makes the achievements of the ¡Salud! mission possible.
2015 ¡SALUD! CUVÉE PRODUCERS Hamacher Wines Adelsheim Vineyard Hyland Estates Alexana Winery Lange Estate Winery and Vineyards Amalie Robert Estate Patricia Green Cellars ArborBrook Vineyards Penner-Ash Wine Cellars Archery Summit Ponzi Vineyards Ayoub Wines R. Stuart & Co. Beaux Frères Raptor Ridge Winery Bergström Wines Résonance Bethel Heights Vineyard ROCO Winery Big Table Farm Scott Paul Wines Brittan Vineyards Shea Wine Cellars Brooks Winery Soléna Estate Chapter 24 Vineyards Soter Vineyards Chehalem St. Innocent Winery Cristom Vineyards Stoller Family Estate Dobbes Family Estate Tr i s a e t u m Domaine Drouhin Oregon WillaKenzie Estate Domaine Serene Winderlea Vineyard & Winer y Dukes Family Vineyards
Dusky Goose WINERY PARTNERS Elk Cove Vineyards Argyle Erath Winery Ken Wright Cellars Evening Land Seven Springs Estate Sokol Blosser Gran Moraine Willamette Valley Vineyards
– 9 – ¡Salud! Cuvée Tasting and Big Board Auction
PONZI VINEYARDS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Three o’clock in the afternoon ¡Salud! begins on Friday afternoon with this exciting event in an elegant setting, perfectly suited to a gathering of Pinot Noir lovers. Each of the 43 wineries will offer samples of their special ¡Salud! Cuvées for tasting. Because all of these wines are unique, each will be at a different stage of maturity. Discussing their various attributes with the vintners is invaluable in making bidding decisions. Please inquire as to when your ¡Salud! Cuvée will be released. The auction will feature five individual cases of 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir from each winery sold via the big board.
ALL BIG BOARD LOTS WILL CLOSE AT 6:00 P. M .
Adelsheim Vineyard Evening Land Seven Springs Estate Alexana Winery Gran Moraine Amalie Robert Estate Hamacher Wines* ArborBrook Vineyards Hyland Estates Archery Summit Lange Estate Winery and Vineyards Ayoub Patricia Green Cellars Beaux Frères* Penner-Ash Wine Cellars* Bergström Wines* Ponzi Vineyards* Bethel Heights Vineyard R. Stuart & Co. Big Table Farm Raptor Ridge Winery Brittan Vineyards Résonance* Brooks Winery ROCO Winery* Chapter 24 Scott Paul Wines Chehalem Shea Wine Cellars* Cristom Vineyards* Soléna Estate Dobbes Family Estate Soter Vineyards Domaine Drouhin Oregon* St. Innocent Winery Domaine Serene* Stoller Family Estate Dukes Family Vineyards* Tr i s a e t u m * Dusky Goose WillaKenzie Estate Elk Cove Vineyards Winderlea Vineyard & Winer y Erath Winery
*Wineries marked with an asterisk pre-sold one case of ¡Salud! Cuvée at the Summertime ¡Salud! event. Only four cases are available from these wineries. A lot buyout option is available for $8,000.
– 10 – Big Board Auction Instructions
TO BID: Go to the bid station. Tell the bid taker your paddle number, the winery in which you want to place a bid, and the amount. Note: You may accept the suggested bid (the next highest bid) or you may place a higher bid if the closing time is near. The bid taker will enter the information into the big board system and will inform you if the bid is accepted. You may place two bids at a time.
THE BIDDING BEGINS AT $600. For bids under $1,000, the bid increments are $25 and for bids over $1,000 bid increments are $50. Bids will appear on the big board as follows:
Winery Top Bidders Next Bid
High Low Ponzi Vineyards 111, 222, 333, 444, 555 $900
This scenario indicates that bidders 111, 222, 333, 444, and 555 are the top five bids, and the next bid placed would be $900 or higher.
TO BUY IT ALL: If you would like to purchase all five cases from a single winery, you may choose a “buy- out” option for $10,000. Use this option when you really like the wine and want it all. Once you place a “buy-out” bid, all five single-case lots are considered sold at that time. There will be no further bidding. Congratulations, you own all five! A “buy-out” bid will not be accepted once a single-case bid is $2,000 or greater.
THE BIG BOARD AUCTION WILL CLOSE AT 6:00 P.M.
Questions? Ask any of the attendants located in front of each of the bid stations or at the registration desk located at the entrance of the winery. © Carolyn-Wells Kramer © Carolyn-Wells
– 11 – The Auction Program
SENTINEL SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Five o’ clock in the evening
SPARKLING WINE RECEPTION Sponsored by Argyle
SILENT AUCTION Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and selected wines from members of the Vintners Circle Silent Auction closes at seven o’clock
Seven o’clock! in the evening
WELCOME AND OPENING COMMENTS Master of Ceremonies Brian Bushlach
DINNER Prepared by Jake’s Executive Chef Brian Light
LIVE AUCTION Conducted by Karen Sorbo
Los Heroes de ¡Salud! award presented to the founding ¡Salud! Steering Committee Special Appeal Presentation
AFTER PARTY Live music by Curtis Salgado, sparkling wine & specialty cocktails, and an assortment of desserts Wine sponsored by Sokol Blosser Entertainment sponsored by Ken Wright Cellars ©Andrea ©Andrea Johnson Photography
– 12 – Auctioneer
KAREN SORBO As one of the leading auctioneers in the country, Karen Sorbo’s dedication to her profession, its purpose and results, has impacted organizations across the United States, Mexico, and Hong Kong. To see her work is to catch the spirit . Her natural, unbridled energy and a commanding yet elegant stage presence combined with precision techniques has aided in raising over 600 million dollars for deserving organizations. She has orchestrated and conducted over 2,600 auctions the last 24 years. A 1993 graduate of the Missouri Auction School and the World Wide College of Auctioneering, Karen is a long-standing member of the National Association of Auctioneers (NAA) and the Minnesota State Association of Auctioneers (MSAA), conducting numerous educational seminars during the tenure of her membership. Karen has been featured in both local and national publications and television for her auction specialty, and received numerous awards and recognition for her work: listed in The Who’s Who of Entrepreneurs in 1998, received the Counselor of the Year Award in 2003, recognized as one of the Leading National Benefit Auctioneers by the NAA, served as a judge for the prestigious title of International Auctioneer Champion in 2009, selected by the Minnesota Monthly Magazine as a “Woman of Influence” in 2011, and chosen as one of the “Women you need to know” by the WSA (Women Speakers Association) in 2012. In 2013, Karen published her first book, Yo u r I n n e r B u t t e r f l y .
MASTER OF CEREMONIES BRIAN BUSHLACH Brian Bushlach is the Founder & CEO of Youity, an asset protection and lifestyle marketing company based in Seattle serving clients across the nation. Brian’s strategic partnership with MassMutual provides wine clients with industry-specific business and family wealth protection strategies. Brian also owns Feedback Media, which produces several syndicated radio programs airing across the region including Business Briefing, Sip Northwest Live, and Yo u i t y L i f e s t y l e , set for national syndication next year. An Oregon native, Brian lives in the Seattle-area with wife Amy and family. He covers the Northwest region and has supported the Oregon wine industry with on-air exposure for almost 15 years.
– 13 – Special Acknowledgements
We are so thankful to the many individuals and businesses that support ¡Salud! throughout the year, and especially those that have supported ¡Salud! since its inception. We are proud to honor those who have developed special fundraising efforts to support our program this year, and continue to recognize those we have acknowledged in the past.
2016 COMPAÑEROS DE ¡SALUD!: Compañeros de ¡Salud! is an effort to provide sustainable funding for the vital health education and outreach services ¡Salud! offers to seasonal vineyard workers and their families. The Allison Inn & Spa International Pinot Noir Celebration Ronni Lacroute McMenamins Edgefield Raptor Ridge Winery Stoller Family Estate Winderlea Vineyard & Winer y
— PAST! HONOREES — LOS HEROES DE ¡SALUD!:
2008: Winderlea Vineyard & Winery 2009: Ronni Lacroute 2011: The Drouhin Family and Domaine Drouhin Oregon 2013: Dick Erath and The Erath Family Foundation 2014: Jim Bernau and Willamette Valley Vineyards
PAST LEGACY! WINEMAKERS:
2007: David Lett 2008: Tony Soter 2009: David Adelsheim 2010: Terry Casteel 2011: Dick and Nancy Ponzi 2012: Dick Erath 2013: Ken Wright 2014: Mark Vlossak 2015: Joe and Pat Campbell
– 14 – Los Heroes de ¡Salud!
¡Salud! is fortunate to have many partners who work to support its mission in creative and resourceful ways. In an effort to honor these true heroes of ¡Salud!, we have established the Los Heroes de ¡Salud! award. This award is presented in recognition of an outstanding businesses or individuals who offer innovative contributions to the ¡Salud! program.
In honor of our 25th anniversary, this year we are proud to present this award to the visionary members of the founding ¡Salud! Steering Committee:
Nancy Ponzi, Co-chair
Laurence Hornick, M.D., Co-chair
Ruth Burlingham
Arthur Fortuna
Skip Freedman, M.D.
Christina Friedhoff
Lynne (Wikman) Gross
Robert Gross, M.D.
Paul Hart
Karen Hinsdale
Adrianne Peterson
James Ratcliffe, M.D.
Flo Rhea
William Sullivan
Steve Vuylsteke
This group of visionaries conceptualized the idea of a world-class wine event in support of healthcare services for the underserved Oregon seasonal vineyard worker population. The result is an event inspired loosely on the Hospices de Beaune auction where selected wineries agreed to create and donate a half barrel cuvée of one-of-a-kind Pinot Noir. The Spanish salutation ¡Salud!, “to your health”, was chosen to reflect the beneficiary of the event’s proceeds. This auction focusing on the production of a unique cuvée was the first of its kind in Oregon, and the tradition continues today, 25 years later. 18 wineries participated as the first Vintners Circle, including: Adams Vineyard Winery, Adelsheim Vineyard, Amity Vineyards, Bethel Heights Vineyard, Bridgeview, Cameron Winery, Cooper Mountain Vineyards, Domaine Drouhin Oregon, Elk Cove Vineyards, Evesham Wood, The Eyrie Vineyard, (Knudsen) Erath, Oak Knoll Winery, Panther Creek Cellars, Ponzi Vineyards, Rex Hill Vineyards, Sokol Blosser Winery, and Tualatin Estate.
– 15 – 2016 ¡Salud! Committees
¡Salud! extends a sincere “thank you” to all of our volunteers who graciously contribute their time and energy to organize ¡Salud! fundraising activities and to guide the mission of providing health care access and services to seasonal vineyard workers and their families.
2016 ¡SALUD! CHAIRS: MARKETING SUBCOMMITTEE: Ellen Brittan Corby Stonebraker-Soles, Chair James Frey James Frey STEERING COMMITTEE: Dixie Huey To m D a n o w s k i Andrea Johnson Pat Dukes Michele Lytle Gary Horner Donna Morris Laurence Hornick, M.D. Will Neuhauser Ken Kupperman Nancy Ponzi Maria Ponzi Whitney Tyler Nancy Ponzi PROCUREMENT Corby Stonebraker-Soles SUBCOMMITTEE: Steve Vuylsteke Sarah Horner, Chair
SERVICE ADVISORY Keith Bodnar SUBCOMMITTEE: William Neuhauser Edmundo Rosales, M.D., Chair Diana Szymczak Rubin Chandran, M.D. WINERY REVIEW Leda Garside, R.N. SUBCOMMITTEE: Wa l t e r Ha r d i n , D.O., Ellen Brittan ¡Salud! Medical Director James Frey Allen Holstein Donna Morris Ronni Lacroute William Neuhauser Shane Moore Harry Peterson-Nedry Dick Ponzi
Dick Stenson
Mark Vlossak
Tr a v i s Wa t s o n
– 16 – Conditions of Purchase
All items offered or sold in this catalog are delivery date is to be determined and subject to the following conditions: coordinated by the respective winery representative. 1. ¡Salud! The Oregon Pinot Noir Auction (herein “Seller”) reserves 7. Unless otherwise indicated, all auction the right to refuse admission to or packages will expire on November 12, attendance at the Friday Big Board 2017. Auction and the Saturday Auction and 8. Auction package expiration dates are Dinner. Persons must be 21 or older to not flexible. To request an extension attend any event. beyond the expiration date could place 2. The Auctioneer is the agent for the undue burden on the donor and may Seller. jeopardize future donations to the auction. Lost certificates will not be 3. The Catalog, as amended by addenda replaced. or oral announcements during the sale and/or Big Board and Silent Auctions, 9. Travel packages include only the constitutes the entire statement of components bulleted in the auction lot the Seller with respect to the sale and description. Any additional amenities the purchase of auction lots listed requested by the Buyer are at the herein. By bidding, the bidder agrees Buyer’s expense and responsibility to to be bound by these Conditions of coordinate. Purchase. 10. No representative or employee of 4. Seller does not warrant or represent, Seller shall have the right to waive or expressly denies responsibility for, modify any of the terms/conditions and in no event shall be responsible set forth herein, except that Seller’s or liable for the accuracy of the authorized representative may do description of wines (or other items) so by general announcement at the offered, or the correctness of the Auction. Out-of-state bidders are catalog, including, but not limited to: responsible for compliance with the the origin, rarity, age, genuineness, laws of the destination locality. quantity, aging potential, present and future quality or condition. All statements by Seller are merely BIDDING: statements of opinion and are not 1. All bids for ¡Salud! wines are per case, to be relied upon by prospective and other bids on special live auction purchasers as warranties or items are per lot, as announced by representations of fact. Prospective the auctioneer, listed in the catalog, bidders, by so bidding, acknowledge displayed at the event, or amended that they have inspected the wines in the addendum, unless otherwise to their satisfaction and bid only as announced. Seller may divide or a result of their own inspection and combine any lot or lots at its sole option. All wine is sold on strictly an discretion. “A S I S ” b a s i s . 2. A suggested minimum bid price has 5. If any item as described changes been established on all lots. Seller beyond Seller’s control (e.g. restaurant reserves the right to bid on his behalf closure), Seller will make every up to and including the minimum bid attempt to avoid “non-delivery” by price. arranging a comparable replacement 3. Seller shall have the right to reject any for the item and no refund will be bid at any time prior to the close of any issued. auction (or fall of the hammer in a live 6. All ¡Salud! Cuvée wines are sold as auction). Bids will only be accepted a future delivered product and the from registered bidders.
– 17 – 4. Seller may, at any time prior to the Seller shall not be responsible for close of any auction (or fall of the failing to execute such bids or for hammer in a live auction), withdraw errors relating to the execution of such the lot from sale. bids. 5. No live auction bid shall be valid unless acknowledged by the auctioneer. PAYMENT: 6. Should a dispute arise between bidders 1. Full payment must be made by the in the Big Board, Silent, or Live conclusion of the auction on Friday auctions, or should Seller doubt the evening, November 11, or Saturday validity of any bid, Seller shall have the evening, November 12, and in all cases absolute right to resolve the dispute, prior to the removal of the wine or reoffer, re-sell, or withdraw the lot in lot. All payment from the successful question. bidder shall be in cash, certified or personal check made payable to the 7. At the fall of the hammer, the highest Tuality Healthcare Foundation, or acknowledged bidder shall be deemed by VISA, Discover, MasterCard, or to have purchased the lot and therein American Express. assumes full risk and responsibility. Purchaser warrants that s/he will then 2. Purchases made at the Big Board sign a confirmation of purchase and Auction on Friday, November 11, 2016 will pay the full purchase price for all can be paid for at the conclusion of lots recorded to his/her paddle/bidder the bidding or can be paid for during number immediately and in no event or following the conclusion of the live later than Monday, November 14, auction on Saturday, November 12, 2016. Seller’s sole responsibility for 2016. non-delivery shall be limited to refund 3. Express Pay is offered at registration of the purchase price. to alleviate the need to stop at the 8. For other auctions (Big Board and cashier at the end of the auction. Silent), bids are acknowledged when 4. On Friday, November 11, 2016, cashiers the bid is posted on the Big Board are located at the registration area display or entered on your mobile of Ponzi Vineyards. On Saturday, device. The Big Board and Silent November 12, 2016, cashiers are Auction bid closing times will be located at the registration area of The posted. At the close of the Big Board Sentinel. and Silent Auctions, the highest acknowledged bidder shall be deemed to have purchased the lot and therein PICK-UP: assumes full risk and responsibility 1. All accounts will be paid in full prior to and will pay the full purchase price lot release. A copy of the paid invoice for all lots recorded to his/her paddle/ must be presented before lots can be bidder number immediately and in no released. After payment has been made event later than Monday, November on Saturday, November 12, 2016, silent 14, 2016. Seller’s sole responsibility for and live auction lots can be picked- non-delivery shall be limited to refund up in the ¡Salud! bidder registration of the purchase price. area at The Sentinel following the conclusion of the auction. 9. Bids that are submitted to Seller in writing or otherwise left with Seller 2. Certificates from lots containing prior to the sale for execution at or certificates will be mailed to winning below a specified price are entertained bidders within three weeks of the and executed by the Seller for the auction date. The Seller assumes no convenience of the bidders; but the responsibility for loss or replacement
– 18 – of certificates once the winning bidder 2. Shipping arrangements are the has taken possession. responsibility of the purchaser. If Seller is requested to ship any items, they will do so at their convenience ¡SALUD! CUVÉE PICK-UP: and the purchaser will be charged for 1. All lots of ¡Salud! Cuvée will be expenses incurred. represented by a receipt of purchase. Winning bidders will receive said 3. Shipping regulations vary from state receipts at time of payment. to state. Out-of-state bidders are responsible for compliance with the 2. The ¡Salud! Cuvée pick-up/delivery will laws of the destination locally. Wine be arranged with successful bidders cannot be shipped to prohibited at a future date as coordinated by the states. respective winery. The vintner retains sole discretion as to when the wine will be bottled and delivered to the MEDIA COVERAGE: purchaser. Dates of expected release As a condition of and in consideration vary between wineries and winners for participation in the auction, will be notified as soon as their cases participant releases the Tuality Healthcare are available. The purchaser acquires Foundation and ¡Salud! The Oregon Pinot only the right to take possession of Noir Auction from any liability connected the wine when notified by the winery with the reproduction, adaptation, display, and has no right of inspection pending publication, and distribution, in any and notification. all media, whether now known or yet to be developed, of any videos, photographs, 3. Purchaser agrees to take delivery or other images taken at the Auction or and make shipping or pick-up any related events, participant’s name, arrangements within 60 days of voice, likeness, city of residence, and notification. The right to take any other information regarding his/her possession shall not be assigned or participation in the Auction. otherwise transferred without first obtaining the written permission of the seller. Shipping arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of the purchaser. Out-of-state bidders are responsible for compliance with the laws of the destination locality.
LOT SHIPMENT: 1. Seller has no obligation to ship or arrange shipping. Purchaser shall incur all shipping and insurance costs for items not picked up at the conclusion of the auction.
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OWNERS: WINEMAKERS: ESTABLISHED: David Adelsheim, David Paige and 1971 Virginia Adelsheim and Gina Hennen Jack & Lynn Loacker VINEYARD MANAGERS: Chad Vargas and Kelli Stokely
THE WINERY Adelsheim Vineyard was established during a different time in America, when anti- establishment fervor permitted a German major and an artist with little money to purchase 19 acres, plant a vineyard, and dream of creating great wines in Oregon. That it was an improbable dream was never considered. Now, 45 years later, our success rivals that early passion, and our commitment to the future of the Chehalem Mountains and Willamette Valley winemaking increases with every vintage. Today, this vision is carried forward by a small group of extremely talented and enthusiastic professionals who have joined us on our quest. They know that raising the bar with every growing season requires tireless attention to detail. We produce elegant and restrained wines with balance, structure, and vibrant fruit qualities. By staying true to our place and honoring the natural characteristics of our land, we’ve helped change the world’s view about world-class wines in the Willamette Valley. We’ve also become a thriving, sustainable force for economic and social growth in our state. We remain true believers in the unique pleasures of Pinot Noir from Oregon’s northern Willamette Valley. We have a deep reverence for the land and the region’s cool climate viticulture. From our widely distributed wines to our exclusive single vineyard Pinot Noirs, our style is distinctive and reflective of our place. We rally the collaborative, pioneering, and renegade spirit of our region, and take responsibility for increasing the global importance and presence of Oregon wines.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Adelsheim’s 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is a LIVE certified, estate-grown, Bryan Creek Vineyard single block Pinot Noir. Bryan Creek Vineyard, situated high (600 to 800 feet) on the southern slope of the Chehalem Mountains AVA, was planted in 1989, and features own-rooted, Pommard clones. It is one of Oregon’s oldest, quality-producing Pinot Noir vineyards. Bryan Creek Vineyard features deep, rich, basaltic-origin, clay loam soil. Grapevines grow through organic topsoil into the bedrock below, creating a struggle for the vines with resulting nuanced flavors. The interaction of old roots and clay creates a complex minerality and dark black fruit flavor. This wine is still in barrel; anticipated bottle date: January 2017. Check out our live auction package — Lot 10.
– 23 – 12001 NE Worden Hill Road, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.alexanawinery.com
FOUNDER: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Dr. Madaiah Revana Bryan Weil 2005
THE WINERY Alexana Estate Vineyard and Winery was born out of vintner Dr. Madaiah Revana’s love of the great wines of Burgundy. After an extensive search for the ideal region and land, Dr. Revana acquired an 80-acre estate uniquely located on the northwestern edge of the Dundee Hills AVA where iron-rich volcanic soils converge with the ancient marine sedimentary soils of the Pacific Ocean. With a total of 18 soil types, each vineyard block of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Gris is individually cultivated in celebration of the property’s diverse soils, clonal selections, and microclimates using LIVE certified sustainable farming practices. In the cellar, winemaker Bryan Weil carries out a minimalist approach to winemaking by focusing on small lot fermentations and native yeasts to produce wines that express a distinct sense of time and place.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Alexana’s 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is a barrel selection comprised of the original plantings located in the eastern blocks of our Revana Estate Vineyard. As a true reflection of the Dundee Hills volcanic soils, this wine’s rich texture is balanced seamlessly by its natural bright acidity and soft, fine grained tannins. We are excited to share this wine with you and anticipate that it will develop gracefully in the bottle for a minimum of ten years. Anticipated release date: March 2017. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 118
– 24 – 13531 Bursell Road, Dallas, Oregon 97338 www.amalierobert.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKERS: ESTABLISHED: Dena Drews & Ernie Pink Dena Drews & Ernie Pink 1999
THE WINERY We attended our inaugural ¡Salud! event in 1997 and discovered the intrigue of Oregon Pinot Noir. We met some of the founding fathers of the industry and began our search for the last best place to grow Pinot Noir. By the spring of 1999 we had acquired a 60 acre property planted to Montmorency Cherries. Under those cherry trees was our vineyard waiting to be discovered. The first harvest was cherries, followed directly by the cherry trees. Our 35-acre vineyard was planted in three phases. We completed our first ten acre planting of high density Pinot Noir on Earth Day, 2000. We planted a second ten acres of Pinot Noir in 2001, along with small blocks of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Syrah, and Viognier. The third ten acres of Pinot Noir were planted in 2006, and five more from 2013 to 2016. Our gravity- flow winery was ready for our inaugural estate crush in 2006. In our second careers, the guiding principle is stewardship—we are winegrowers. We tend 50,000 vines and use only estate grown fruit for Amalie Robert Estate wines. Wine- making: The continuation of terroir by other means®. And what’s the story behind the name? Amalie Robert is a combination of Dena’s middle name, “Amalie” (pronounced AIM-a-lee) and Ernie’s, “Robert.”
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 vintage ¡Salud! Cuvée is selected from our turn-of-the-century plantings. The wine is 100% estate grown and hand-harvested Pinot Noir that was fermented in 1.5 ton fermenters with indigenous yeast and about one-third whole clusters. The wine will continue to mature in barrel until early 2017, and may be bottled in 750mL or 1.5 liter bottles according to each successful bidder’s preference. Anticipated release is the fall of 2017. The 2015 vintage ¡Salud! Cuvée is a purposeful expression of Amalie Robert Estate. The soils, climate, and winegrowing are all balanced and in tune with the vintage—Wines true to the soil, Wines true to the vintage®. Our quest for the best wine in our cellar ends where your quest for acquisition begins. We encourage you to enjoy the Friday tasting and partake of the Big Board with vigor. The Big Board will be your only opportunity to acquire the Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée. Support the ¡Salud! mission and “Bid Early—Bid Often!” To read the full ¡Salud! Cuvée insider’s story, please visit us here: http://www.amalierobert.com/amalie-robert-estate-salud-cuvee.html Check out our silent auction package — Lot 112
– 25 – 17770 NE Calkins Lane, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.arborbrookwines.com
OWNERS: CONSULTING VINEYARD MANAGER: Dave & Mary Hansen WINEMAKERS: Daniel Fey, Results Partners Laurent Montalieu ESTABLISHED: and Anne Sery 2001
THE WINERY ArborBrook Vineyards is a family-owned winery that is dedicated to producing hand- crafted fine wines, specializing in estate-grown Pinot Noir. Situated on the southern flank of Yamhill County’s famed Chehalem Mountain range near Newberg, our boutique vineyard enjoys a unique terroir that is centered in the sedimentary soils of Dupee and Willakenzie, and a warm micro-climate that promotes early bud-break, ripening, and beautiful flavor development. The vineyard is planted in the Dijon clones 777, 667, 115, and 943, as well as the Pommard and Coury clones. The vineyard is entirely dry-farmed to promote the deepest root growth possible to help bring out many of the complex and subtle flavor nuances in our wine. Owners Dave and Mary Hansen are committed to the highest quality farming and winemaking practices, and have assembled a first-class team that is an integral part of helping to produce the finest wines possible. Through meticulous farming and giving back to the land, we are blessed with the fruit that is the foundation for our elegant estate wines. We invite you to visit ArborBrook Vineyards to taste our wines, enjoy the family- feel of our boutique tasting room, and experience the beauty that this special place holds.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 ArborBrook ¡Salud! Pinot Noir consists of a single barrel of Pommard selected from a half-acre block in our estate vineyard. Picked September 7, 2015 after a warm growing season, this wine exhibits the classic elegance often seen with Pommard. Dark fruit character emerges, displaying notes of black currants, toasted almonds, and rich spices. The finish is full and long, displaying soft tannins and a beautiful mouthfeel. The growing year was consistently warm and steady, resulting in our earliest harvest ever from our estate vineyard. Primary fermentation was in stainless steel, 20% whole cluster, and the wine was then transferred to a new French oak barrel for aging. We recommend careful bottle-aging of this wine before it is appreciated, as it is not expected to reach its sweet spot for at least five to ten years. Please enjoy this beautiful wine in celebration of the support that we all provide to the outstanding ¡Salud! cause. Anticipated release date: May 2017. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 106
– 26 – 18599 NE Archery Summit Road, Dayton, Oregon 97114 www.archerysummit.com
WINEMAKER & VINEYARD ESTABLISHED: GENERAL MANAGER: DIRECTOR: 1993 Chris Mazepink Tim Scott
THE WINERY Since its inception in 1993, Archery Summit has been devoted to crafting exceptional Pinot Noir from its 120 acres across six estate vineyards. Inspired by the remarkable growing conditions provided by the Willamette Valley, Archery Summit approaches each step of the winemaking process with particular thoughtfulness and care. This rich tradition has driven an international reputation that is among the finest of New World Pinot Noir. We invite you to visit the winery and explore our unique caves housing more than 500 French oak barrels. Tours and private tastings are offered by appointment seven days per week, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For reservations and more information, please call (800) 732-8822 or contact [email protected]
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE This one-of-a-kind Pinot Noir is a combination of our favorite lots from our estate vineyards. A complex and classic Oregon Pinot Noir, the 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is our way of supporting and saying “thank you” to the vineyard workers who are an integral part of the Oregon wine community. This vintage combines some of our favorite lots from both our Red Hills Estate Vineyard in the Dundee Hills and our Whole Cluster selection. Red Hills Estate lends layers of black fruit along with earthy structure and depth, while the Whole Cluster contribution offers complexity and texture. The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is deep magenta in color with vibrant aromas of lifted black fruits, crushed mulberries, rosewater, sarsaparilla, and cracked allspice. The wine opens with a rush of succulent black cherry, boysenberry, candied walnut, and sandalwood. The focused, mouth-filling palate is intricately constructed around plush, velvety tannins and a fresh, vibrant acidity. The finish is long and persists with hints of bay leaf and cocoa. This is a complex and dynamic wine that is sure to be a highlight in any collection.
– 27 – 9650 NE Keyes Lane, Dundee, Oregon 97115 www.ayoubwines.com
OWNER: WINEMAKERS: ESTABLISHED: Mo Ayoub Mo Ayoub and 2001 Robert Brittan
THE WINERY The Ayoub Vineyard and winery were born out of Mo Ayoub’s passion for great food and wine. After a careful search, Mo found the land he dreamt about nestled in the Dundee Hills. The Ayoub Vineyard was planted in 2001. The steep-sloped, east-facing, four-acre site, with its red clay volcanic Jory soil and densely plated vines, is ideal for producing high quality Pinot Noir. The vineyard is farmed by hand with great respect and care for the land, vines, and natural surroundings. The inaugural release of Ayoub Pinot Noir was in 2004. Starting in 2009, we sourced additional fruit from some of the best vineyards in the valley, and expanded our production to include Chardonnay and other vineyard designate Pinot Noirs. In 2010, Mo tore down his garage to build a small winery on the estate property, and all wines are made there now. In the winery, all wines are fermented in small lots to provide better control over the fermentation process. Our goal is to produce wines that showcase the vineyard’s distinct terroir, wines that have great balance and structure, are silky with complex flavor profile, and age-worthy. Our total production will remain less than 2,000 cases per year to have better control over the wine’s quality.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 Ayoub ¡Salud! Cuvée is a blend of the best three barrels in the Ayoub cellar. The blend is 100% from the Ayoub Estate Vineyard. Gorgeously perfumed with dried rose petals, crushed berries, and a mix of exotic spices, the palate is broad and bright, bursting with a medley of red cherries and pomegranate, with hints of nutmeg, allspice, and stony minerality. The lush and velvety finish envelops your palate and lingers endlessly. This is a beautiful wine with great depth and rewards patience with its potential to age for 10 to 15 years. Anticipated release date: Spring of 2017. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 126
– 28 – 15155 NE North Valley Road, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.beauxfreres.com
OWNERS: MANAGING PARTNER: ESTABLISHED: Robert Parker, Michael Etzel 1988 Michael Etzel, and WINEMAKER: Robert Roy Mike Etzel, Jr.
THE WINERY Beaux Frères is dedicated to the production of estate-bottled Pinot Noirs that express the personality of the Pinot Noir grape, preserve the integrity of our vineyard, and reflect the character of the vintage. In pursuit of these goals, the Beaux Frères Vineyard has been planted with tightly spaced vines, crop yields are kept to about two tons per acre, and the grapes are harvested when physiologically (rather than analytically) ripe. In the vineyard, we have been following the path of biodynamic farming, and in the cellar, our winemaking philosophy is one of minimal intervention. After spending 10 to 12 months in small French oak casks, our wine is bottled without fining or filtration. This is our guarantee to you that the bouquet, taste, and texture of our wine will provide maximum expression of the uncompromised essence of Mother Nature.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 vintage Beaux Frères ¡Salud! Cuvée pays homage to the old and the new—a transitional wine made by both the old guard and the next generation. This lot is comprised of equal parts of two very different blocks from the Beaux Frères Vineyard. The West Tenderloin block is own-rooted Pommard planted in 1990. The Pear- Tree block is AS1 (115) on the rootstock 101-14 planted in 2010 . These two wines come together to make a red fruit explosion! Both sour and sweet cherries mingle on the nose in a cherries jubilee (with Kirsh) over crème brûlée. Adding to the complexity are notes of herbs—lavender, tarragon, even a whiff of wild anise. To keep the red fruit from getting out of hand, there is a clarifying beam of bright citrus, hinting at the spicy complexity of blood orange. The texture is supple and structure persistent—there is energy and life in this wine. This just goes to show you what can happen when the best of the past and present come together and harmonize. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 108, and our live auction package — Lot 5
– 29 – 18215 NE Calkins Lane, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.bergstromwines.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER/ ESTABLISHED: John & Karen Bergström VINEYARD MANAGER/ 1999 and GENERAL MANAGER: Josh & Caroline Bergström Josh Bergström
THE WINERY Bergström Wines, a family owned and operated agricultural pursuit, began in 1999 with three tons of purchased grapes from the Dundee Hills. It is now comprised of 85 acres of biodynamically farmed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines spread across four of the six northern Willamette Valley AVAs. Bergström Wines produces an average of 10,000 cases annually. The Bergström mission is to handcraft Oregon Pinot Noirs of great distinction and class, while respecting the environment, resources, and friends who’ve helped along the way. It is with great appreciation for our farming team that we participate in the ¡Salud! auction. We hope that you will enjoy our wines in the same spirit in which they were farmed and produced.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Josh Bergström has selected a single barrel of Pinot Noir from the Bergström Wines cellar from the beautiful 2015 vintage! We are proud to offer this wine for the ¡Salud! auction, knowing that this wine will drink beautifully and continue to develop with 10 to 15 years of bottle age. Anticipated release date: Summer of 2017.
– 30 – 6060 Bethel Heights Road NW, Salem, Oregon 97304 www.bethelheights.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Pat Dudley & Ted Casteel, Ben Casteel 1977 Marilyn Webb & Terry Casteel, Ben, Mimi, Jessie and Jon Casteel, and Barbara Dudley
THE WINERY Bethel Heights was established by two families in 1977, in the Eola-Amity Hills of the Willamette Valley. Twin brothers Ted and Terry Casteel and their partners Pat Dudley and Marilyn Webb left academia, and together bought 75 promising-looking acres with 14 acres of newly planted grapevine cuttings in the ground. For the first 30 years, Ted grew the grapes, Terry made the wine, and Pat and Marilyn ran the business. In 2006, Ben Casteel (son of Terry and Marilyn) took the helm as Winemaker at Bethel Heights, while the rest of the family continues to play supporting roles. Over the years, the estate vineyards have grown to 100 acres, but the original 50 acres of own-rooted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines planted in the ‘70s continue to provide the backbone of Bethel Heights estate grown wines. Gnarly old vines, geologically complex hillside soils, and direct impact from Æolian winds all conspire to create highly energized wines with firm backbones, depth of character, and distinctive personalities. Nine different bottlings of estate grown Pinot Noir and Chardonnay each year barely begin to tell the tale.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE As our winemaker says, “You always have a favorite barrel,” and one of the things we love about ¡Salud! is that it gives us the chance to save that favorite barrel from disappearing into the greater blend. Our ¡Salud! Cuvée this year is from Ben’s favorite barrel among 13 barrels harvested in 2015 from our legendary Flat Block. One of the great treasures of our estate vineyard, the Flat Block is a four-acre section of own-rooted Pommard selection Pinot Noir planted in 1979. For 25 years, it has given us sought after block-designated wines of great elegance and refinement, including this unique ¡Salud! selection. Anticipated bottling date: January 2017. Anticipated release date: March 2017 Check out our live auction packages — Lot 5 and Lot 10
– 31 – 26851 NW Williams Canyon Road, Gaston, Oregon 97119 www.bigtablefarm.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Brian Marcy & Brian Marcy 2006 Clare Carver ARTIST AND FARMER: Clare Carver
THE WINERY In 2006 we moved to Oregon from Napa, where Brian had been working in wine for ten years. We bought property in the Willamette Valley. This Oregon adventure is inspired by our desire to grow grapes, make wine, and to have the space for all of Clare’s animals and Brian’s wacky projects. We named our farm and winery after our goal to provide a gracious and welcoming table for ourselves and friends, with a cornucopia of hand-crafted food and wine. And now, ten years after we took the leap, we have developed this land into a working farm, and built a barn and winery. We feel lucky to live here and we are still in awe and deeply grateful for the chance to build this dream and share it with you!
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE We are happy to be part of this special auction . We chose a selection from the three best barrels from the Pelos Sandberg Vineyard, a house favorite. One-third of this wine is from a new barrel, and like all of our 2015 wines, it is 100% whole cluster. This wine has a dark ruby appearance with excellent brilliance. Pronounced aromas of blueberry and plum fruit, with deep, earthy minerality classic to the Eola-Amity Hills. The fruit on entry is juicy but builds in weight to a substantially concentrated mid-palate. The tannins here are plush but chewy enough to add structure to fruit driven wine. Delicious now but will also cellar well, as we have come to expect with the wines from this vineyard. Clare makes special hand letter pressed labels for the Big Table Farm wines—so for ¡Salud! she did a drawing inspired from a photo that she took a few years back during a pick at the Pelos Sandberg Vineyard of the crew’s hands. This wine is from that vineyard and probably picked by these same hands in 2015. We hope this wine gives a little back to those same hands. This cuvée was bottled in August of 2016 and only for ¡Salud!. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 111
– 32 – 829 NE 5th Street, McMinnville, Oregon 97128 www.brittanvineyards.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Robert & Ellen Brittan Robert Brittan 2006 VINEYARD MANAGER: Robert Brittan
THE WINERY Brittan Vineyards was founded by veteran winemaker Robert Brittan and his wife Ellen, who left Napa Valley to pursue their dream of making cool climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Oregon. The Brittans purchased their 128-acre property in the foothills of the Coastal Range in the McMinnville AVA, where they have 20 acres planted to Pinot Noir, 1.5 acres of Syrah, and 3.8 acres of Chardonnay. Robert brings his extensive viticultural and winemaking experience to their venture, having worked as winemaker at Far Niente, St. Andrew’s, and Stags’ Leap Winery before heading north to the Willamette Va l l e y. On his rocky, exposed hillside, Robert believes he has found a vineyard site that allows him to craft wines that speak of a unique place. The Pinot Noirs from Brittan are intense, rich wines that have great structure, yet are balanced, elegant, and very age- worthy. Ellen and Robert now reside at their home at their vineyard in McMinnville, where they intend to spend the rest of their lives doing what they love to do—growing and making fine wines and sharing them with fellow hedonists.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The Brittan Vineyards 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is a unique blend selected from the best fruit from the Basalt, Gestalt, and Swann Blocks, grown on our estate vineyard in the McMinnville AVA. The grapes for this ¡Salud! Cuvée were fermented in a custom oak puncheon (400L), then aged for 14 months in French oak barrels. The result is a stunningly balanced wine with an opulent fruit component, supported by firm tannins and savory undertones, and ending with an extremely long, elegant finish. This is a wine that will age gracefully for 15 years, if not more. Anticipated release date: October 2017. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 107, and our live auction package — Lot 9
– 33 – 21101 SE Cherry Blossom Lane, Amity, Oregon 97101 www.brookswine.com
FOUNDER: OWNER: ESTABLISHED: Jimi Brooks Pascal Brooks 1998 WINEMAKER: Chris Williams
THE WINERY Founded in 1998, Brooks is a reflection of the visionary Portland native, Jimi Brooks. His reverence for the land and vines made him a practitioner of organic and biodynamic farming. The great respect for vineyard individuality and mastery of blending allowed his wines to achieve the greatest depth, flavors, and balance. While Jimi is no longer with us, his dynamic spirit lives on through his wines, family, and friends. With the outpouring of generosity and friendship by the Oregon wine community, we are delighted to share that Brooks Wines will continue. Jimi’s son Pascal, who was the ultimate source of his passion for life, is the sole owner of the winery (at age 19, the youngest winery owner in the world), and sister Janie Brooks Heuck has remarkably volunteered her time to lead it. As new chapters unveil, we will be steadily guided with the legacies that Jimi left: his strong commitment to organic and biodynamic farming in the vineyards, gentle approach to winemaking, excitement for future harvests, and endlessly promoting how beautiful Pinot Noir and Riesling can be grown and produced in Oregon. We continue to provide exceptional wines in order to remind ourselves (as Jimi often did), that we should enjoy the fruits of our labor with a great glass of wine and wonderful food, shared with family and friends every day!
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE We are very excited to be included in ¡Salud! this year and have blended a very special wine for you! From our estate vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills, planted in 1974 to Pommard clone vines, we have selected wine from our favorite French oak barrels. We have biodynamically farmed our vineyard since 2002 . We have also included wine from Temperance Hill Vineyard, which is organically farmed and also located in the Eola-Amity Hills. This cuvée is lilting with beautifully detailed flavors, and possesses a seductively textured mouth feel. It has a lovely sense of vibrancy on the well-balanced, persistent, and delicious finish. The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée will be released in September 2017. Cheers! Check out our silent auction package — Lot 116
– 34 – 531 Highway 99W, Dundee, Oregon 97115 chapter24vineyards.com
OWNER: CONSULTING ESTABLISHED: Mark Tarlov WINEMAKER: 2011 WINEMAKER: Louis-Michel Liger-Belair Felipe Ramirez VINEYARD MANAGER: Ryan Hannaford
THE WINERY “If you look closely enough you can see the entire universe in a glass of wine.” Richard Feynman—Nobel Laureate, Physics. At the Chapter 24 Vineyards, we want to create a culture about the action of thinking. Thinking about the vineyard, the evolution of grape to wine, and above everything else, the experience of drinking. It is only the act of drinking that fully animates our wine. At their best, our Pinots change the atmosphere around our lives. Emotion, thought, and action influenced by the attractive forces generated by a glass of wine. Drink. Think. Delicious. Chapter 24 Pinot Noir is a collaboration of between Mark Tarlov and Louis-Michel Liger-Belair.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The rose and the arrow, a pair in opposition, are emblematic of the two themes of Homer’s epic story of love and war: The Odyssey. Repeating moments of tension and then release, the story of The Odyssey finally comes to rest in Chapter 24, when the competing forces of the story achieve a tenuous and electric harmony. The last chapter of our story is simply the beginning of yours… The conflict between the sweet sugars of the grapes and the bracing tang of acids, when synchronized, produce a delicious wine of energy, elegance, and surprise. The abundance of fruit in 2015 and the addition of a few new “estate” vineyards allowed us to create a ¡Salud! Cuvée that is a kaleidoscope of the Willamette Valley. Utilizing our newer sites (Dubay, Black Walnut, Stardance) and adding in some of our favorites (Shea, Crawford Beck, Johan), the wine is teeming with aromas of ripe black cherry, strawberry preserves, and sassafras. The fruit carries over in flavor adding in some green tea, truffle, and an undercurrent of violets, with a rich mouthfeel and an evaporative finish.
– 35 – 31190 Veritas Lane, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.chehalemwines.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKERS: ESTABLISHED: Harry Peterson-Nedry Wynne Peterson-Nedr y and 1980 and Bill Stoller Harry Peterson-Nedry
THE WINERY CHEHALEM is known for Pinot Noir, yet also equivalently for white wines. And we’re proud of that—speaking eloquently to the first half of a meal, as well as the last half. Over half of production is white, ranging from Riesling, our passion in several styles, to ground-swelling new Oregon Chardonnay; Pinot Gris which we do exceptionally well, and to exciting smaller productions of Grüner Veltliner and Pinot Blanc—everything grown sustainably on our estate vineyards. The climate and our winemaking style emphasize balance, elegance, and texture rather than power and size in all our wines. This restraint allows the vintage and three terroirs in which we farm in Ribbon Ridge, Dundee Hills, and Chehalem Mountains AVAs to express themselves, not with words but with startlingly different wines. Mature vineyards, mature winemaking, consistently excellent wines—a pedigree.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 vintage was big in almost every respect. Our job as winemakers was to minimize size, so layers of complexity could show through—extracting spice, fruit, complexity, texture, but NOT huge tannin heft. Balance, three-dimensionality, and heart-stopping beauty are there, so it should please now and age forever (we realize this is a relative term—it depends on how old you are now!). Chehalem’s 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée comes entirely from Ribbon Ridge, in a unique blend of several special blocks and ferments on our two contiguous vineyards there. Ridgecrest Vineyards, the pioneering vineyard on Ribbon Ridge, begun by us 36 years ago in 1980, contributes 30% of this cuvée, with the newer 13 year-old Wind Ridge Vineyards giving 70%. Clonally, the rich and precocious Dijon clones donate 64% of this lot (58% of the lot is clone 777), with heritage clones Pommard and Wädenswil adding 36%. Dry farmed, and with most vines old and deeply rooted, even in this very warm vintage (the warmest we’ve seen), vines and resultant wines are balanced. From the top of Ribbon Ridge, our wines from Ridgecrest and Wind Ridge are commonly complex, densely packed, deeply colored and structured, and yet full of finesse. Despite fruit that is more on the black side than red, because of higher elevations for these two vineyards, we see a later harvest and normally restrained extraction and alcohols. In this big year we felt compelled to balance sizeable fruit with more new oak than normal—this cuvée carrying 75% new French oak. Still in barrel, tasting notes include “deep, dark, baking spices, molasses bread, chewy, rich, tannin, supple, warm berry pie, coffee, toasty, bramble, savory, plum, and blackberry.” Classic Ribbon Ridge Pinot profile and classic ageability. Bottling will be in March 2017. Enjoyment up to you. Check out our silent auction packages — Lots 114 and 115
– 36 – 6905 Spring Valley Road, Salem, Oregon 97304 www.cristomvineyards.com
OWNERS: PROPRIETOR & ESTABLISHED: Tom Gerrie, WINEGROWER: 1992 Christine Gerrie, Tom Gerrie Steve Doerner, WINEMAKER: and Mark Feltz Steve Doerner
THE WINERY Cristom Vineyards began 25 years ago as a collaboration between three men: an engineer, a biochemist, and a farmer, who each possessed a deep-rooted respect for the land, the natural winemaking process, and Pinot Noir. Nearly a quarter of a century later, our winemaker Steve Doerner and vineyard manager Mark Feltz still tend these fields and produce our elegant, dynamic wines, while second-generation proprietor and winegrower Tom Gerrie carries on the legacy of his parents, founders Paul and Eileen Gerrie . Our winemaking philosophy begins with respect for our land and estate vines, as well as the natural process of fermentation. We’re proud to be Certified Sustainable by Low Input Viticulture & Enology (LIVE), both in our winery, which we run responsibly, and in our fields that are thoughtfully and meticulously farmed with a focus on quality. The four estate Pinot Noir vineyards—Eileen, Jessie, Louise, and Marjorie, named for Gerrie family matriarchs—each possess natural variances in soil, elevation, and exposition. With minimal intervention during the winemaking process, Tom, Steve, and Mark strive to craft wines that are an honest recording of both the vineyard and the vintage, producing the ultimate expressions of the stellar fruit we’re fortunate enough to work with. Recognized globally as a leading producer in our beloved Willamette Valley, our wines continue to be a unique blend of tradition, modernity and finesse.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The Cristom Vineyards ¡Salud! Cuvée bottling from the 2015 vintage is comprised of three vineyard sites from three differing AVAs: Lillie’s Vineyard (Dundee Hills), Hyland Vineyard (McMinnville), and our own Eileen Vineyard (Eola-Amity Hills). Utilizing Cristom’s unique production style between these varied sites, this wine was fermented with native yeast, utilizing 41% whole clusters, and aged in one new French oak barrel and two neutral. The resulting wine is plush and velvety, with distinct notes of stewed strawberries, pomegranate, and cedar. While both succulent and approachable in its youth, this wine shows promise of great ageability. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 105, and our live auction package — Lot 5
– 37 – 240 SE 5th Street, Dundee, Oregon 97115 www.dobbesfamilyestate.com
OWNER: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Joe Dobbes Joe Dobbes 2002
THE WINERY Dobbes Family Estate is the realization of Joe Dobbes’ dream of a family wine business, and is the embodiment of 28 years of winemaking in Oregon, and 30 years overall. Joe began his career in 1985 apprenticing at Weingut Erbhof Tesch in Germany’s Nahe region, and at Domaine G. Roumier and Domaine des Comtes Lafon in Burgundy with wine legends Christophe Roumier and Dominique Lafon. He further honed his skills working in Alsace with Domaine Ostertag. Upon his return to Oregon, Joe built upon his foundation of winemaking experience at several flagship wineries. In 2002, Joe created Wine By Joe, LLC, and a custom winemaking company. Within his facilities in Dundee, he crafts wine for his clients and produces three of his own labels— the handcrafted wines of the esteemed Dobbes Family Estate, Wine By Joe, and the restaurant brand, Jovino. Dobbes Family Estate is honored to be a participant in ¡Salud!. Oregon’s seasonal workers embody the heart and soul of the amazing source of our industry’s finest works. Thank you for supporting the mission of ¡Salud!
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Dobbes Family Estate is thrilled to present our interpretation of the ¡Salud! Cuvée. This unique wine represents the best of the best. Our offering presents a unique blend of Pinot Noir primarily sourced from our four single vineyard designates: Quailhurst, Momtazi, Meyer, and Symonette. At the heart of our method is the passion to create a truly distinctive cuvée; combining vineyard personalities that tie bold fruit to structure- driven complexity. The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée was assembled using about 45% new French oak barrels, contributing toasted oak characters of nutmeg, vanilla, and toffee. A hallmark of the 2015 vintage, opulent fruit aromas and flavors take the lead, focusing on ripe strawberry, Bing cherry, and dark fruit accents of marionberry and wild blackberry. To bring ageworthy structure to an early drinking vintage, Joe has used whole-cluster components from Symonette and Momtazi Vineyard that increase brambly, spicy, herbal components, while at the same time increasing fruit. This wine will age for 15 months before bottling without filtration. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 110
– 38 – 6750 NE Breyman Orchards Road, Dayton, Oregon 97114 www.domainedrouhin.com
OWNER: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: The Drouhin Family Véronique Drouhin 1987
THE WINERY The Drouhin Family of Burgundy established Domaine Drouhin Oregon in 1987, in the Dundee Hills. Though the family was drawn here by the opportunity to make exceptional wine, it is the inspiring sense of community that has made their Oregon experience such an important part of their lives. On behalf of Robert, Françoise, Philippe, Véronique, Laurent, and Frédéric Drouhin, Domaine Drouhin Oregon would like to thank ¡Salud! for its continued good works. Bravo!
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE “2015 shares so much with 2014 that the two vintages are almost like twins, which is marvelous. The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée also has richness, purity and elegance, qualities that work very well together. We expect the ¡Salud! Cuvée to be youthful and primary for years to come, but there is a very bright future ahead. Santé!”—Véronique Drouhin-Boss Check out our silent auction package — Lot 117
– 39 – 6555 NE Hilltop Lane, Dayton, Oregon 97114 www.domaineserene.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Ken & Grace Evenstad Erik Kramer 1989
THE WINERY Grace and Ken Evenstad discovered the Dundee Hills in the Willamette Valley in 1989. At that time, the couple had spent over 20 years together in Minnesota building a successful business, a loving family, and a deep appreciation for the wines of Burgundy. The Evenstads had faith in Oregon early on, before there was a national market for domestic Pinot Noir. When the time came to pursue their longtime dream of owning and managing a winery, they invested in a 42-acre hilltop estate that had just been logged in the beautiful Dundee Hills of Oregon. With the support of their family—and to the surprise of many of their friends in Minnesota—the Evenstads established Domaine Serene, named after their daughter, Serene. When Grace and Ken planted their first vineyard on the estate, they named it for their son, Mark Bradford Evenstad. Today, Domaine Serene produces wines from six vineyards estates, spanning three Willamette Va l l e y AVA s . In 2001, the Evenstads completed construction of the picturesque, state- of-the-art, five-level, gravity flow winery, specifically designed to make world-class Pinot Noir. Their vineyard management and winemaking practices are intended to maximize the quality of the wines and to ensure complex, balanced, and elegant wines that will develop with time. Since the first vintage in 1990, Domaine Serene has produced award winning wines, including the Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir, recognized as the World’s #3 Wine of 2013 by Wine Spectator Magazine. Through the continuous pursuit of quality and innovation, Domaine Serene has garnered global recognition as an iconic quality leader of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE This 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is a special and unique barrel selection, solely made from Domaine Serene’s Côte Sud Vineyard on the Evenstad Estate in the Dundee Hills appellation. This special block at Côte Sud that was chosen to craft this wine is planted with clone 667 on a south-facing exposure of Jory soil. At Domaine Serene, we have found that this particular planting of Pinot Noir can deliver an aromatically multi-layered wine, with wonderful flavor intensity and a rich, ample mouthfeel. This rare, one-of-a-kind 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée offers an intense and complex aroma profile, with notes of blackberry, black cherry, lilac, anise, and mocha. Those flavors carry through on a rich and mouth-coating palate, with soft and velvety tannins that extend the overall persistence of this intensely flavored, sensuous wine. We anticipate bottling this wine in the spring of 2017. Check out our live auction package — Lot 8
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FAMILY VINEYARDS
7845 SE Amity Road, Amity, Oregon 97101 www.dukesfamilyvineyards.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Pat & Jackie Dukes Kelly Kidneigh 2005
THE WINERY Dukes Family Vineyards is the realization of a dream; a passion growing out of a love of great food and exceptional wine. We view ourselves as conservators of the land, rather than as owners, and as such, maintain a commitment to low-impact, ecologically sound sustainability in our farming methodologies. The vineyards of Dukes Family Vineyards, located at the north end of the Eola-Amity Hills AVA, are Sustainable and Salmon Safe Certified by LIVE. Sitting on 58 beautiful acres of south-facing slopes with elevations running from 260 feet to 560 feet, the soils are primarily Willakenzie (dark brown to yellowish-brown silty-clay loam, sandstone origin) in the lower elevations, and Yamhill (silt loam, volcanic basalt origin) in the upper blocks, with several highbred soils scattered throughout the 17 acres. This soil and elevation diversity serves to stamp the wines with an intriguing complexity. Dukes Family Vineyards’ artisanal wines are food friendly; elegant rather than overstated. They are hand crafted solely from estate fruit at the Carlton Winemaker’s Studio. As one of a small number of independent producers who call the Studio home, we have access to the latest in small-lot winemaking technology—well suited to our high quality, low volume, minimalist approach, allowing a true reflection of the unique terroir and complexity characteristics of the vineyard.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE We are pleased and honored to participate in this year’s ¡Salud! auction . The 2015 wines in the barrel are enticing… dark in color, with beautiful fruit, spice, and depth on the palate. The Dukes Family Vineyards 2015 ¡Salud! Reserve Cuvée is a 100% estate grown, clonal blend of our best Pinot Noir barrels. The wine benefits from combining the complexity and spice of our older, lower elevation, sedimentary soil blocks with the youthful exuberance and intensity of the younger, higher elevation, high density, volcanic soil blocks. This 2015 offering is a unique and amazing wine. The wine you are barrel-sampling today is quietly resting in the cellar; aging in a combination of new and once filled, 36 month, air-dried French oak barrels. We anticipate bottling this wine in April or May of 2017… it will be well worth the wait! Check out our silent auction package — Lot 109
– 41 – Post Office Box 40, Dundee, Oregon 97115 www.duskygoose.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: John & Linda Carter Lynn Penner-Ash 2002
THE WINERY Dusky Goose is a limited-production, distinctive Pinot Noir, skillfully crafted by Lynn Penner-Ash into a seductively elegant wine with defining depth and character. From the beginning, we have worked to establish a distinctive profile with a complex structure one can clearly recognize as Dusky Goose. The Rambouillet Vineyard, owned by John and Linda Carter, is ideally located in the Dundee Hills. The location was selected for its optimal slope, perfect elevations for ripening fruit, and 100% Jory soil. Rambouillet Vineyard is farmed with the sensibilities of low-impact viticulture and a commitment to low-yields, making an authentic, limited- production wine possible without compromising the integrity of the fruit, vines, or the land. In addition to the Rambouillet Vineyard fruit, our 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée includes fruit from select blocks from the Fennwood Vineyard, John and Linda Carter’s property located in the Yamhill-Cartlon AVA. This vineyard site was selected by Willamette Valley pioneering winemaker, David Adelsheim, and planted with his vision to match each soil series and elevation change to a specific variety, clone, and rootstock. This careful planning and execution led to a very complex vineyard layout that enhances the potential success of each block.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The Dusky Goose 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is a selection of owner John Carter’s favorite blocks of Pinot Noir from both our Rambouillet and Fennwood Vineyards, producing a superb exclusive cuvée with wine from two AVAs—both the Dundee Hills and Yamhill-Carlton. Upon tasting the Dusky Goose 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée, there is a nice sweet entry and structure, with a balance of freshness and tannins, a purity of fruit, and juicy mouthfeel. The interplay of both vineyards produces a savory Pinot Noir, while infusing vibrant aromas of black pepper, sweet tobacco and fresh cassis. On the focused yet delicate palate, we found a mid-mouth creamy core, with licorice and balanced oak. We savored the bright liveliness on the structured finish. Our Dusky Goose 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée was bottled in August 2016. We suggest cellaring a minimum of three years and enjoying the wine at an age that suits your own personal preferences, with a guideline of 2019 to 2024. This wine will be released in the spring of 2018. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 133
– 42 – 27751 NW Olson Road, Gaston, Oregon 97119 www.elkcove.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Joe & Pat Campbell and Adam Godlee Campbell 1977 Adam & Carrie Godlee Campbell
THE WINERY Founded in 1974 by Pat and Joe Campbell, Elk Cove Vineyards is one of Oregon’s oldest and most respected wine producers. Estate vineyards now cover over 350 acres on six separate sites in the northern Willamette Valley. Steep, south-facing slopes with well- drained soils provide the perfect environment to grow the world-class wine grapes that are handcrafted into Elk Cove’s wines. In 1995, Adam Godlee Campbell joined forces with his parents to make Elk Cove a multi- generational, family-run operation. As winemaker and general manager, his contribution to Elk Cove Vineyards is based on a love for handcrafted wines and a commitment to excellence.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 Pinot Noir ¡Salud! Cuvée is the finest Pinot Noir produced at Elk Cove Vineyards. This wine is a hand-picked selection of the finest barrels from six vineyard blocks: Roosevelt and La Bohème at the Elk Cove Estate, and Mount Richmond, Goodrich, Clay Court, and Five Mountain. Between them, these vineyards represent all three of the main soil types here in the Willamette Valley: Marine Sediment, Jory, and Laurelwood. Distinction between these sites and soils creates endless blending options for the Elk Cove winemaking team. This quarter-barrel lot was crafted to highlight the rich, concentrated, black fruit profile that is the hallmark of wines from Elk Cove. Great sites, super low yields, and extreme viticulture have come together to create a wine with deep color, concentrated and ripe fruit flavors, and most importantly, complexity and length on the palate. In 2015, the grapes for this cuvée were hand harvested at the end of September. Severe pruning, shoot-thinning, and green-harvesting techniques were employed to hold yields to 2.2 tons per acre and assure perfect ripeness. Through site selection and meticulous vine management, the goal was to achieve concentration and depth of flavors in the vineyard. Intense work in the vineyard allowed for a very hands-off approach in the winery. The ¡Salud! Pinot Noir was aged in the finest quality French oak barrels (75% new, three-year air-dried, primarily Taransaud and François Frères). It was racked only by gravity. This wine is truly an indication of the potential greatness of the fruit from these marvelous vineyards. The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is the benchmark that will be used to measure all of Elk Cove’s 2015 Pinot Noirs. Anticipated release date: October 2017. Check out our live auction package — Lot 10
– 43 – 9409 Worden Hill Road, Dundee, Oregon 97115 www.erath.com
OWNER: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Gary Horner 1967
THE WINERY It’s been more than 40 years since Dick Erath took a leap of faith and planted grapes in the Dundee Hills. He was convinced the Willamette Valley could be cultivated into a prime wine growing area. Despite all the hard work and uncertainty, he pressed ahead with unwavering belief in his goal. Over the years, Erath Winery has been instrumental in establishing Oregon as a world-class producer of Pinot Noir, and is considered one of the pioneers of the region’s wine industry. Today Erath Winery remains committed to crafting exceptional wines that reflect the winery’s outstanding reputation, as well as the region’s rich history. Winemaker Gary Horner continues to lavish attention on every detail of the winemaking process. Gary’s goal is to craft wines with depth, complexity, and elegance—wines that truly reflect the bounty of Oregon. In honor of this commitment to create high quality, distinctive Pinot Noir, Erath Winery is proud to offer its 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The Eola-Amity Hills appellation is one of the most renowned growing regions of the greater Willamette Valley. Our picturesque 298-acre hillside Willakia Estate is planted to 19 acres of Chardonnay and 100 acres of Pinot Noir comprised of multiple clones and rootstocks. Forty-eight individual small blocks across several soil types, orientations, and elevations provide a broad array of fruit characteristic essential to crafting beautiful estate wines. Willakia is 100% sustainably farmed and certified by the LIVE and Salmon Safe programs. Erath’s 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée perfectly showcases the magnificent structure and intensity of Willakia Vineyard. The cuvée, a careful balanced blend from Willakia Block 4, clone 115, and Willakia Blocks 10 and 11, clone 777, were aged 13 months in a combination of new and one-year-old fine grain French oak barrels. All three Willakia blocks are situated on a thin and slightly rocky soil of volcanic origin and were planted in 2001. Truly a special and very limited wine symbolizing the magic the ¡Salud! community brings to help those on whom we so gratefully rely. Anticipated release date: March 2017. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 122, and our live auction package — Lot 6
– 44 – 572 Patterson Street NW, Suite 170, Salem, OR 97304 www.eveninglandvineyards.com
WINEMAKER/ ESTABLISHED: PARTNERS: 2007 Sashi Moorman and Rajat Parr
THE WINERY Every visit to the Seven Springs Estate begins with the long, slow drive up the dirt-and- gravel Lone Star Road. As you cross into the upper half of the gentle east-facing slope on the Eola-Amity Hills, you arrive at the entrance to the estate, where, in 1984, Oregon wine industry pioneer Al MacDonald planted the first vines on this beautiful hill. From the bottom of the estate, the vine rows rise up the hill through a magnificent exposition of rocky, red volcanic soils. The view from the vineyards is the Willamette Valley extending far to the north and south, and to the east you can see the snow-capped peaks of Mount Hood and Mount Jefferson.
The site of Seven Springs is its raison d ’être. The mid-slope, eastern exposure brings elegance and purity to the wines. On brisk mornings, the vineyards wake up to the warmth of the sunrise, and during hot afternoons, the marine influence of the Pacific Ocean cools the vines as the coastal winds from the Van Duzer Gap skirt across the top of the Eola-Amity Hills and race out west up the Willamette Valley.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE We are honored to be included in the ¡Salud! auction and are proud to craft a single block from Seven Springs Vineyard, “Clos de la Foret”, exclusively for ¡Salud! 2016. This year we wish to let this distinctive site, a part of La Source section of the estate, from within Seven Springs Vineyard tell its own story of place; a unique block situated at the foot of an evergreen forest, surrounded on three sides by tall stands of old growth Douglas Fir at the highest elevation site at the top of the property. The cuvée was mostly destemmed, with 15% whole cluster fermentation, in the traditional open-top oak fermentation with indigenous yeast, and a refined élevage with 100% new oak. Élevage was spent in a new Hermitage barrique from the Allier forest. This cuvée has seen only a small addition of post-malo sulfer for its entire élevage. The wine will be bottled unfiltered and unfined to preserve the freshness of fruit and embrace the elegance for your enjoyment for years to come. We have had fun crafting this unique expression of the well-known Seven Springs Vineyard, while paying homage to this distinctive site. We hope you’ll enjoy the fruits of our labor. Tasting notes from barrel: Brilliant, soft in color. The nose moves from delicate rose and violets to leather and black peppercorns. On the palate, the wine is long and structured. Starting with mid-red fruits and moving to savory roasted game. Complex, dimensional and layered. Indications direct towards a long life ahead. A delicious wine, best enjoyed with a fine meal. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 129
– 45 – 17090 NE Woodland Loop Road, Yamhill, Oregon 97148 www.granmoraine.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Jackson Family Wines Shane Moore 2013 VINEYARD MANAGER: Ken Kupperman
THE WINERY Gran Moraine takes its name from cataclysmic floods that occurred in the northern Willamette Valley of Oregon during the last ice age. As the glaciers receded they released a torrent of water from the once giant Lake Missoula. These famous Missoula Floods traveled across the Columbia basin helping to carve out the Columbia Gorge. The Willamette Valley became an extremely large temporary lake and was left with huge deposits of silt, as well as giant boulders with origins in current British Columbia and Idaho. These are known by geologists as erratic rocks. These erratic rock outcroppings boldly manifest themselves throughout our vineyard. Many were once part of the giant glacial dam’s terminal moraine—what we refer to as the “Gran Moraine.” Our team is led by Winemaker Shane Moore and General Manager, Eugenia Keegan, as well as Director of Vineyard Operations, Ken Kupperman. With perspective that comes from years spent in the world’s most famous wine regions, this management team bring international renown to the Willamette Valley. Their viticultural expertise and winemaking knowledge are matched with unbridled passion.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Our 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is a blend from blocks located at the highest points of the property, with individual aspects sloping due south and southwest planted to clones 777 and Pommard. Soils are sedimentary, resulting in a wine with lush, broad tannins. Aromas of black cherry, huckleberry, European plum, Sphagnum moss, Thai basil, and dark chocolate fill the senses; while flavors of rose hips, strawberry, pipe tobacco, and exotic spices linger on the palate with an electric finish that persists long after the last sip. Choosing the components for this wine was fairly straight forward, as these were the most expressive barrels in the cellar time and time again. The wine was bottled in September 2016. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 119
– 46 – 14665 SW Winery Lane, Beaverton, Oregon 97007 www.hamacherwines.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Eric Hamacher & Eric Hamacher 1995 Luisa Ponzi
THE WINERY Hamacher Wines presently leases vineyard parcels throughout the Willamette Valley. The sites have been selected for their individual diversity. Vines range in age from four to over 40 years old. Sites run from about 250 feet to almost 900 feet in elevation (quite high by Willamette Valley standards). Some are on rootstock while others are on their own roots located on many different soils. Working closely with each vineyard, Hamacher Wines is assured of the quality promised by the Willamette Valley. Every block of grapes from each vineyard is fermented separately. The wines are made traditionally, using wild yeasts, aging for almost a year-and-a-half in barrel before racking, blending, and bottling by gravity. Hamacher arrived in Oregon’s Northern Willamette Valley in the mid-‘90s with the dream of creating Pinot Noirs of “elegance and complexity”.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 Hamacher ¡Salud! Cuvée is our premier bottling of our estate vineyard, Paloma. The southeast-facing site is located on the east flank of the Chehalem ridge, on Laurelwood soils at around 700 feet. The vineyard was planted with almost two dozen distinct Pinot Noir clones in order to bring an amazing amount of complexity to what we believe to be a truly extraordinary piece of ground. The wine is a two-barrel blend pulled from one new and one old French oak barrel. The wine is layered with both bright and savory flavors, mouth filling and long on the palate, and all wrapped together in a blanket of ripe silky tannins. Please celebrate the birth of what promises to be another of Oregon’s great vineyards!
– 47 – 20980 NE Niederberger Road, Dundee, Oregon 97115 www.hylandestateswinery.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Laurent Montalieu & Laurent Montalieu 1971 (Vineyard); Danielle Andrus Montalieu, 2008 (Winery) and John Niemeyer
THE WINERY In 1971, four families teamed up to plant Pinot Noir vines on a breathtaking perch set at 600-800 feet in the foothills of Oregon’s Coastal Range. In 2007, the Hyland Vineyard was acquired by Laurent Montalieu and Danielle Andrus Montalieu in partnership with John Niemeyer. Together they work to optimize the existing vineyard quality and honor its past through single vineyard, estate wines. For decades, the fruit from the vineyard has produced award-winning wines for benchmark producers under their own labels, and this legacy continues today. The Hyland Vineyard features Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, and multiple Pinot Noir clones stretching up a breathtaking hillside in the heart of the McMinnville AVA. This historic site showcases 45 years of farming wine grapes in the Willamette Va l l e y. The Hyland Vineyard is a south facing hillside comprised of volcanic Jory soil and features cool, coastal breezes. Dry farming, sustainable practices, and organic sprays are all part of the vision of Hyland creating incredible wines for decades to come.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 Hyland Estates Pinot Noir ¡Salud! Cuvée is a single vineyard representation of Hyland selected from the two best performing blocks of the vintage. Block 1D, planted in 1972 to self-rooted Coury clone Pinot Noir, is consistently one of the most dynamic blocks at Hyland. These 43-year-old vines have deep roots that create consistency in each vintage. Block 1D is known for its lively, savory profile that features blue fruits, cola, and minerality. Block 8A, planted in 2002 to Dijon 115 Pinot Noir, creates rich, robust fruit that balances perfectly with the Coury clone. Block 8A provides body, structure, and juiciness to this wine with notes of earthy blackberries, cassis, and cherry pie. The fruit from each block was double hand-sorted in the vineyard and the winery, leaving us with the most intense clusters from each block. The fruit was gently pressed and the wine aged in French oak for ten months. This complex wine features the vigor and generosity of the warm 2015 vintage, along with the restraint of the Hyland Vineyard site. The two fell perfectly into balance in an epic Willamette Valley vintage. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 113
– 48 – 18380 NE Buena Vista, Dundee, Oregon 97115 www.langewinery.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKERS: ESTABLISHED: Don, Wendy, and Jesse Lange and Don Lange 1987 Jesse Lange
THE WINERY Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Lange Estate Winery, Wine & Spirits Magazine 2012 Winery of the Year, is known for crafting beautifully balanced, truly classic wines from fruit grown on the winery estate, located in the heart of the prestigious Dundee Hills appellation. To further supplement their 19,000 case production, the Lange family purchases additional fruit from the best vineyards in the surrounding area. Long-standing relationships with these blue-ribbon sites have helped the winery establish a well- deserved reputation for consistency and complexity in their wines. Lange Estate Winery’s Pinot Noirs have performed very well over the years, drinking beautifully when young and aging magnificently. This impressive age-worthiness is a result of focusing on terroir through small lot, artisanal winemaking philosophies. Lange Estate sets the standard for truly handcrafted wines that emphasize structure, balance, and texture. Additional aging for up to a decade in your cellar will surely be rewarded.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Lange Estate’s 2015 ¡Salud! Pinot Noir is a carefully crafted blend of select blocks within the esteemed Freedom Hill Vineyard. The vineyard is situated in the foothills of the Coast Range and is comprised of marine sedimentary soils, specifically Bellpine. Freedom Hill is owned by the Dusschee family and the Langes have been sourcing this blue-ribbon site since the 1990 vintage. The Bellpine soils, along with the vineyard’s proximity to the Van Duzer Corridor, help to create grapes with dark, thick skins and a collection of broad tannins. This wine shows spot-on Freedom Hill characteristics: dark fruits of bramble and Marion berries, and inviting perfume in the bouquet. This wine has all the makings of a decade long cellar treat—if you doubt that, ask to try some Freedom Hill wines from the nineties! One of our personal favorites of the wonderfully diverse “Dijon clones”, this special cuvée has all the hallmarks of 777 and 115: dark and deep blue and black fruits, high-toned aromatics of Indian spices, and the structural shoulders to support all of it. Being born of 2015, this wine owns the flashiness of the vintage as it leaps out of the glass to declare, “hi there hot stuff, want to take me home tonight?” That being said, it also has the requisite balance to follow up with, “but please show some restraint and hold me close for at least four years”. Get cozy and let this wine love you back—now or in a decade. That’s a choice we’ll leave up to you. Many cheers and thank you for supporting ¡Salud! —The Lange Family
– 49 – 15225 NE North Valley Road, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.patriciagreencellars.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKERS: ESTABLISHED: Patty Green and Patty Green and 2000 Jim Anderson Jim Anderson
THE WINERY Patricia Green Cellars is located in the Ribbon Ridge appellation of the Willamette Valley on the 52-acre estate purchased in 2000 by Patty Green and Jim Anderson . The winery, and thus the two friends and business partners, are noted for producing a tremendously broad selection of Pinot Noirs from several vineyards representing some of the better sites in the Willamette Valley, Ribbon Ridge, Dundee Hills, and the Chehalem Mountain appellations. Patricia Green Cellars’ focus is to produce Pinot Noirs that show the distinct characteristics of the sites within the context of the wines. Due to this, all of the vineyards the winery either maintains or purchases fruit from are extremely well- tended sites that seek to grow the best fruit possible. In the winery, very little is done to intervene with the natural fermentation process, and the wines achieve complexity through a rigorously monitored fermentation process that allows for the maximum expression of the sites’ characteristics to come through and be the dominant force in our wines.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir comes, as always, from things within the context of the vintage that were meaningful to us. One of our primary goals is to work with great Oregon vineyards and, especially, older Oregon vineyards. Just as the people who established them who became transcendent figures in this state, these sites are also pioneers and tie us to our history in a very tangible way. We are fortunate to work with an incredible selection of older vineyards, and we were able to add a significant one in the 2015 vintage which made us want to pick a ¡Salud! Cuvée that highlighted our relationships with older, historic Oregon vineyards. Our newest addition is Medici Vineyard which was originally planted by Hal Medici back in 1976. This lovely site rises high above Bell Road in the Chehalem Mountain AVA, and provides a sweeping southern view of Yamhill County. We chose to use a block of Dijon 777 that had initially been planted as Chardonnay in 1980 to be one-third of the bottling. We then selected the old vineyard that we have had the longest relationship with which is Weber Vineyard. This Worden Hill Road situated site was planted by Art Weber in 1978 and lies on some of the most hallowed ground in the Dundee Hills. We have worked with this fruit since the 2005 vintage. The Pommard clone from there also represents one-third of this blend. Lastly, we selected our own vineyard, and specifically the oldest block which was planted to Pommard in 1984, making it the second oldest section of vineyard in the Ribbon Ridge AVA. These older blocks combine to form a wine that, even in the context of our warmer and more luxurious climate here in Oregon, is still quite elegant, aromatic and, most importantly, distinctly of Oregon. Given this wine’s old bones, the restrained and natural way it was made, and the richness of the vintage, this wine will provide both immediate gratification and reward patience.
– 50 – 15771 NE Ribbon Ridge Road, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.pennerash.com
FOUNDERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Lynn & Ron Penner-Ash Lynn Penner-Ash 1998
THE WINERY Penner-Ash Wine Cellars embodies the spirit and passion of small producers focusing on Pinot Noir in the northern Willamette Valley, Oregon. Lynn and Ron Penner-Ash started producing Pinot Noir under their own label in 1998, sourcing fruit from some of the best, most established vineyards in Oregon. In the winery, the focus is on small-lot fermentation with extended cold-soaks to extract a rich, fruit focused, textured mouth-feel. Each lot is treated individually, and, depending on the outcome, either blended into our reserve quality Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, or bottled separately as a vineyard designate. Although our focus is Pinot Noir, Penner-Ash also produces limited quantities of Syrah and Viognier, sourced from warmer growing regions in the Rogue River Valley to the south, and the Columbia River Gorge to the northeast of the Willamette Valley. Lynn and Ron are currently producing their wines in their sustainable, gravity winery sited within their estate vineyard located on the northern edge of the Yamhill-Carlton AVA.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 Penner-Ash ¡Salud! Cuvée is a blend of six distinctive vineyards. From the Yamhill-Carlton AVA we source from our own Penner-Ash Estate and the Shea Vineyard . Our Estate and the Shea Vineyard are planted on both volcanic and sedimentary soils, producing wines with spice, vibrant fruit, and savory mouth-feel. Zena Crown Vineyard from the Eola-Amity Hills AVA sits on shallow volcanic soils and gives us black fruits and structure. Bella Vida and Élevée Vineyard are from the Dundee Hills AVA, located on deep Jory soils which provide red fruits and spice. And finally, from the McMinnville AVA, we source fruit from the acclaimed Hyland Vineyard, giving the wine structure and black fruit density. Blending the six vineyards has created a wine of intense black cherry and blackberry fruit, with a lush mid-palate elegance, refined tannins, and lingering vanilla notes on the finish. These six vineyards come together as an unprecedented blend in support of our invaluable vineyard workers. Anticipated release date: May 2017. Check out our live auction package — Lot 5
– 51 – 19500 SW Mountain Home Road, Sherwood, Oregon 97140 www.ponziwines.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: The Ponzi Family Luisa Ponzi 1970
THE WINERY When it comes to American Pinot Noir, few possess the rich history and experience of Ponzi Vineyards, one of Oregon’s pioneering wineries. The winery was founded in 1970 by Dick and Nancy Ponzi who realized the Willamette Valley met every need of noble, cool- climate grape varieties. Ponzi Vineyards was recognized early on as a premier producer of Pinot Noir and was instrumental in putting Oregon on the map as a world class wine region. This tradition of excellence is carried on with second generation Winemaker Luisa Ponzi and President Maria Ponzi at the helm for the past 25 years. The winery continues to be a leader in Pinot Noir innovation, and remains at the forefront of American wine as one of Oregon’s legendary producers.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 Ponzi ¡Salud! Cuvée is entirely from Ponzi’s treasured Abetina Vineyard. This is a site unlike any other in the world. It was born out of a clonal experiment for Oregon State University in the mid-1970s when the Oregon wine industry was still in its infancy. On an east-facing hillside, more than 20 different Pinot Noir clones were planted to just two acres of Laurelwood soil. Over the last 40 years, the roots of these vines have grown beyond the upper layer of sedimentary soils, into the basalt below, amplifying the intensity of the flavors in the resulting wine. The rare combination of many clones and the vines’ age lend a unique complexity to this cuvée. Gentle handling from start to finish ensures every nuance and flavor of this exquisite Pinot Noir are preserved. Whole cluster fermentation was used on 50% of the lot, bringing velvety texture to this stunning cuvée. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 127, and our live auction package — Lot 10
– 52 – 845 NE 5th Street, McMinnville, Oregon 97128 www.rstuartandco.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Rob & Maria Stuart, Rob Stuart 2002 Frank Blair, and Patricia Rogers
THE WINERY R. Stuart & Co. calls downtown McMinnville home. Housed in a converted granary, it’s here that we gather carefully selected fruit from some of our favorite sites around the state. We make the wines we love—Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and two sparkling wines. Our everyday Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris are bottled with the Big Fire label—a whimsical reflection of our passion for what we do. We blend the Big Fire wines to be friendly, lively, and utterly drinkable. Most recently we have added our Love, Oregon wines to the family. These wines—a Pinot Noir, a Rosé, a white blend, and soon a Chardonnay—pay homage the hardy souls who pioneered this beautiful state. Other wines bear the more traditional R. Stuart & Co. label. These are Pinots made in the classic Rob Stuart style—true to the fruit each vineyard offers, graceful, honest, and warm. You might call them reserve wines—wines you save for a special occasion, or at least a Friday night. In 2015, we made nine R. Stuart & Co. Pinot Noirs. Seven single-vineyard designate wines: Ana, Weber, Daffodil Hill, Hirschy, Menefee, Elkhorn Ridge, and Courting Hill, as well as our two wonderful blended Pinots. One is called Vignette, and the other Autograph.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The blend on this year’s ¡Salud! Cuvée comes from three very special vineyards—60% Weber Vineyard (Pommard on its own roots), 30% Hirschy Vineyard (Dijon 667 and 777), and 10% Lazy River Vineyard (Wädenswil). Rob says this wine brings to mind Robert Plant from Led Zeppelin singing, “When the mountains crumble to the sea… I will still be loving thee. Weber is certainly the “mountains” with the Jory soil coming through with tamarind, cinnamon, pepper, and nutmeg. Hirschy demonstrates the sea with the sedimentary soil showing its warmth and roundness, especially in the mid-palate, creating great synergy with the Weber. Hirschy’s characteristic flavors of crushed black raspberries and plum abound. Then he added the Lazy River, which brings the strength of the mountains and yet an indescribable softness. It is cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom with coffee, herbs, and black cherries. Certainly the backbone of this wine that guarantees it will age well for many years (“... I’ll still be loving thee”). As is characteristic of all Rob’s wines, you will find the perfect balance of acid, tannin, and flavor here, making this an ideal food wine. Enjoy and ¡Salud!. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 128
– 53 – 18700 SW Hillsboro Highway, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.raptorridgewinery.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Scott & Annie Shull Scott Shull assisted by 1995 Kevin Wiles
THE WINERY Raptor Ridge produces about 9,000 cases of wines per vintage, working with fruit from some of Oregon’s oldest and most respected vineyards. Uncompromised quality is the focus; not large quantities. Fourteen distinctive vineyards throughout Oregon’s northern Willamette Valley supply premium Pinot Noir grapes for Raptor Ridge. These include Tuscowallame, Harbinger, Olenik, Dion, and Black Hole Vineyard in the Chehalem Mountains AVA; Bellevue Cross and Meredith Mitchell in the McMinnville AVA; Temperance Hill Vineyard and Crawford-Beck Vineyard in the Eola-Amity AVA; Rudolfo Vineyard in the central Willamette Valley; and Atticus, Gran Moraine, Goodrich, and Shea Vineyard in the Yamhill-Carlton District AVA . The estate vineyard is named “Tuscowallame”, the indigenous word for “where the owls dwell”. Each block in our estate vineyard is named to honor the vineyard foremen who planted it: Adalfo, Macario, and Dustin.
¡SALUD! SUPPORTER Raptor Ridge is a proud ¡Salud! Supporter, donating ten cents for every bottle of its commercial wine sold to ¡Salud! for vineyard worker healthcare. This totals thousands of dollars yearly. Scott and Annie Shull were the first winery to employ this practice, and hope their leadership will stimulate other ¡Salud! supporters in kind.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Our 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is a blend of clone 115 Pinot Noir from Crawford Beck Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA and clone 115 from Olenik Vineyard in the Chehalem Mountains AVA. The wine is a study in the balance between power and finesse, with both ample fruit and lively acidity—this wine is sure to provide immediate enjoyment yet continued improvement with up to a decade of bottle age. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 123
– 54 – OWNER: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Louis Jadot Jacques Lardière 2013
THE WINERY Since 1859, Louis Jadot has been producing wines from the heartland of Pinot Noir, the French region of Burgundy. In 2013, we were given the opportunity to expand our horizons and buy the Résonance Vineyard, which is located in Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA. Prior to taking this huge step—which would be our first venture outside of our home region—we visited Oregon several times before we decided to take the plunge. We liked what we saw, not just in terms of the place itself, but also its wines and the people who lived and worked there. Because the Résonance Vineyard is the departure point for our new adventure, we decided to call the project Résonance. 2013 was our first vintage. In order to implement a project of this magnitude, we needed the right team. It was at around this time that Jacques Lardière, Maison Louis Jadot’s winemaker for 42 years, had decided to step back from his responsibilities, freeing him up for a new adventure. And Thibault Gagey, son of Pierre-Henry Gagey and grandson of André Gagey, had recently joined Maison Louis Jadot and was ready to take on a new challenge. Jacques will be making the wine at Résonance, while Thibault will be managing the project.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Jacques Lardière has selected a single barrel of Pinot Noir from Résonance Vineyard from the beautiful 2015 vintage!
– 55 – 13260 NE Red Hill Road, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.rocowinery.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Rollin Soles & Rollin Soles 2003 Corby Stonebraker-Soles
THE WINERY ROCO Winery is named after Rollin and Corby Soles for a very good reason. It represents the combined energy of a tireless married couple that dreamed for decades of starting their own wine label in the Chehalem Mountains of Oregon’s fertile Willamette Va l l e y. Originally from Texas, Rollin has more than three decades of winemaking under his belt. He co-founded the prestigious Argyle Winery 28 years ago, and is likely the only Oregon winemaker whose wines have been ranked in Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of the World 13 times. Just a few years ago, Rollin opted to focus his energy on expanding ROCO with Corby. Since then, the dynamic couple remains dedicated to producing stellar, highly rated, single vineyard wines. Possibly even more exciting changes are in store as ROCO initiates and builds a sparkling wine program. The winery’s story dates back to 1987, when Soles purchased a unique hillside property near the quaint town of Newberg. It wasn’t until 2001 that they planted their first vineyard and, two years later, produced their first iconic “Private Stash” Pinot Noir. The couple then built their winery in 2009 and began to expand their production and their wine offerings. Most recently, Rollin and Corby acquired a 15-acre addition to their Wits’ End Vineyard and planted it to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The Soles’ 2015 ROCO ¡Salud! Cuvée is a seductive, elegant, yet richly textured offering from a barrel selection of the Soles’ own Wits’ End Vineyard. The wine’s juicy plum fruit wraps generously around cobblestone tannins, while the finish sails on and on. This vineyard is tightly spaced and planted in Willakenzie soil in the Chehalem Mountains AVA. The wines from this vineyard have consistently garnered grand praise from critics and wine lovers alike. The Soles call this wine their “Ultimate Private Stash Cuvée”. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 132
– 56 – 128 S. Pine Street, Carlton, Oregon 97111 www.scottpaul.com
OWNER: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Scott Paul Wines Ian Burch 1999
THE WINERY Scott Paul Wines is an artisanal producer of Pinot Noir, based in Carlton, Oregon. Our wines reveal elegance and finesse, the benchmarks of what is considered to be the very heart and soul of Pinot Noir. Our fruit is sourced from some of the finest vineyards in the Willamette Valley, including Maresh Vineyard in the Dundee Hills, and our estate vineyard, Azana, in the Chehalem Mountains AVA. Scott Paul Wines has historically produced limited-production Pinot Noir only, but they are excited to introduce a Chardonnay and a Gamay Noir in the fall of 2016.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Our cuvée is comprised of 100% Maresh Vineyard old vine fruit, utilizing 30% whole cluster and 30% new oak. It is built to age. It is maroon in color, bursting with spice, anise, cardamom, and blackberry. The tannins are firm with delicate edges and a long, persistent finish. Maresh Vineyard is situated high in the Dundee Hills on a beautiful south-facing slope. Planted in 1970, this is the fifth oldest vineyard in Oregon, and the oldest in the Dundee Hills AVA. We consider Maresh Vineyard to be one of the most expressive vineyards in the state. We’re incredibly grateful to work with this site and with the Maresh family. We currently lease a portion of this historic vineyard and began farming it biodynamically in 2007. Anticipated release date: September 2017. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 125
– 57 – 12321 NE Highway 240, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.sheawinecellars.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Dick & Deirdre Shea Blair Trathen 1989
THE WINERY Shea Wine Cellars is an offshoot of our efforts with Shea Vineyard, a 200-acre property with 140 acres planted to vines in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA. We began as growers with our first plantings back in 1989, selling the fruit to other wineries. It gave us the opportunity to work with many of Oregon’s most dynamic winemakers. Their passion rubbed off and instilled in us a desire to produce world-class wines in addition to farming grapes. In 1996, Shea Wine Cellars began with a mere 25 cases of Pinot Noir made from one barrel. Our production is now 6,500 cases of Pinot Noir and 350 cases of Chardonnay, roughly 25% of Shea Vineyard’s annual crop production. The remaining 75% of grapes harvested at Shea are sold to other wineries in both Oregon and California. As growers, we have had the benefit of a dedicated full-time vineyard crew, many of whom have been with us for years. They and their families are covered by health insurance provided by Shea Vineyard. A vineyard our size is, however, also dependent on seasonal, temporary workers who help us for short periods of time on specific projects such as leaf pulling, crop-dropping, and harvest. Together, with our wine industry colleagues, we are happy to participate in ¡Salud! so that healthcare is available to these seasonal workers that we all depend upon.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 growing season was hot and early, leading to full ripening and deep, dense wines. Our 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée has a big, lush aromatic profile of blue and black fruit. The palate is lush and rich with both blue and black berry fruits. The tannins are firm yet subtle, providing structure that leads into a long, elegant finish. We are pleased to offer this wine at ¡Salud!. Enjoy! Check out our silent auction package — Lot 120
– 58 – 17096 NE Woodland Loop Road, Yamhill, Oregon 97148 www.solenaestate.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Laurent Montalieu & Laurent Montalieu 1999 Danielle Andrus Montalieu
THE WINERY In May 2002, two years after Laurent Montalieu and Danielle Andrus Montalieu purchased an 80-acre estate to commemorate their marriage, they launched Soléna by releasing their first bottling and, shortly thereafter, opening a tasting room in Carlton. Soléna is the combination of the Spanish and French words Solana and Solene, celebrating the sun and the moon, and is the name that Laurent and Danielle gave to their daughter. The estate property, aptly named Domaine Danielle Laurent, was planted with six different clonal selections of Pinot Noir and some Chardonnay. Set among the rolling hills of the Yamhill-Carlton District, the Soléna tasting room is a beautiful lakeside retreat that combines modern technology and Old World charm. The facility, surrounded by organic gardens, trees, and vineyards, is reminiscent of a traditional farm with its stone and weathered wood façade. Inside, the heavy, open-beamed ceilings, rock fireplace, and broad vineyard views create an atmosphere of rustic luxury. The new facility features a professional kitchen that is every chef’s dream; while the tasting room and wine cellar are made to host the largest and smallest of groups for VIP tastings and events.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The special selection of Pinot Noir for the 2016 ¡Salud! Auction was sourced from the 30-acre estate vineyard Domaine Danielle Laurent. Located in the heart of the Yamhill- Carlton District, the vineyard is densely planted in Willakenzie soil at 2,700 plants per acre, with Pommard, Swan, and Dijon clones 115, 667, 777, and 828. The estate is dry- farmed and managed using sustainable and biodynamic vineyard practices. Laurent’s notes: We are the one of the few Oregon wineries to use rotary barrel fermenters, a vinification method that has become popular in France. Undergoing primary fermentation in oak imitates the Burgundian tradition of utilizing oak tanks, but with one-half ton of fruit at a time. This allows us to create better and more exact blends with earlier integration of wood tannins. The 2015 Domaine Danielle Laurent Pinot Noir ¡Salud! Cuvée was hand-selected by us from the best barrels of the 2015 vintage. The ¡Salud Cuvée was fermented at a low temperature in those rotary fermenter barrels, which resulted in gentler extraction enabling us to achieve greater balance and smoother tannins. This Salud! Cuvée is a balanced, elegant wine now, and will benefit from proper cellaring for years to come. Check out our live auction package — Lot 5
– 59 – 10880 NE Mineral Springs Road, Carlton, Oregon 97111 www.sotervineyards.com
CARETAKERS: WINEMAKERS: VINEYARD MANAGER: Tony & Michelle Soter Chris Fladwood and Nadine Basile WINEGROWER: James Cahill ESTABLISHED: Tony Soter 1997
THE WINERY Soter Vineyards makes its home on a lush 240-acre organic and biodynamic property called Mineral Springs Ranch, located in Carlton, Oregon. Vineyard plantings date from 2002, and total 30 acres of Pinot Noir and four acres of Chardonnay. The majority of the property is committed to a diverse and inspired set of uses such as fir forest, oak woodland preservation, orchards, an heirloom vegetable farm, organic grain cultivation, and grazing lands. Michelle Soter’s vision is that the ranch produces more than just wine—that it acts as a source of food for employees, guests, and local charities. The Soters believe elevating the vine only serves to highlight the land that nurtures us all. For more than 40 years, Tony Soter has been growing superb wine. His experience is displayed by insightful care of the vineyards, a benign hand in the cellar, and an artful ability to allow the character of place to resonate in the wines. His work as a consultant to influential Napa properties, as well as the development of the Soter wines, has earned great respect from industry members and critics. Quality in Tony’s mind is not measured in points or degrees of alcohol, but in the emotion it elicits. A great wine should be unforgettable and never interchangeable—it is a singular experience.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée from Soter Vineyards is a selection from the Mineral Springs Vineyard. The 2015 vintage was an earlier vintage revered for its ample sunshine and relatively smooth growing season. Our wines show great concentration, refined tannins, and ample acidity. The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée brings forth a classically dark fruit profile. It showcases wild black berries and blueberries that are heightened by the distinct aromas of sweet cedar, aged tobacco, earth, and baking spices. Finely evolved tannins add a distinct sense of substance and an undefinable age worthiness…will cellar well for many years to come. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 121
– 60 – 5657 Zena Road NW, Salem, Oregon 97304 www.stinnocentwine.com
WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Mark Vlossak 1988
THE WINERY St. Innocent Winery was founded in 1988 by Mark Vlossak, our Winemaker and President. We produce small lots of handmade, vineyard-designated wine from some of the best sites in the Willamette Valley. Since our founding, we have grown from 600 cases that first year to our current production of 10,000 cases, yet each wine is still handcrafted in the very same manner. Year after year, St. Innocent Winery has received recognition from throughout the country and around the world for its outstanding Pinot Noirs, beautifully crafted white wines, and fair pricing. By marrying tradition with innovation, combining old world attention to detail with cutting-edge inspiration, Mark creates wines that reflect their terroir, the specific qualities of the vintage, and his vision of wine’s place in life: to complement and extend the pleasure of food. Texture is an essential component in all St . Innocent wines. The way our wine moves in your mouth and the way it interacts with food are central to their personality. Achieving this feel is accomplished by balancing optimal ripeness, but not over-maturity, gentle extraction, and finesse with cooperage. The end result are wines that display their unique fruit character, as well as the many secondary flavors specific to the terroir of the site— spice, pepper, mushroom, earth, etc., and their own unique textures. We make wines for enjoying with food, as well as wines that will develop with aging.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE St. Innocent’s ¡Salud! wine is a unique cuvée that represents the best wine I made in 2015. My goal is to produce a wine that is complex, age-worthy, and balanced for the table. The St. Innocent 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is made from grapes grown at our estate, Zenith Vineyard. Zenith is centrally located in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA 11 miles northwest of Salem, Oregon. The grapes come from four high-density blocks planted with 777, Wädenswil, and Pommard clones on southwest and southeast facing hillsides at an average elevation of 310 feet. Both Zenith Vineyard and St. Innocent Winery are LIVE certified. This is the fourth ¡Salud! Cuvée produced from our estate. The cuvée will be blended and bottled in February 2017 and aged for an additional six months prior to release in September 2017. For pick-up or shipment of your ¡Salud! Cuvée, call Felice at the winery (503) 378-1526 or email Mark at [email protected]. Thank you for your support of ¡Salud!. —Mark Vlossak, Founder and Winemaker Check out our silent auction package — Lot 131
– 61 – 16161 NE McDougall Road, Dayton, Oregon 97114 www.stollerfamilyestate.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Bill & LaRue Stoller Melissa Burr 2001
THE WINERY Pioneering Oregonian and Founder, Bill Stoller, purchased his family’s second generation farm in 1993 with the vision of cultivating an enduring legacy for the land and industry. Over the last 20 years, he has patiently transformed the 373-acre property into the largest contiguous vineyard in the Dundee Hills. Stoller Family Estate is a sought after source of fruit for premier producers, and a research site for Oregon State University. Longtime winemaker Melissa Burr works in concert with vineyard manager Rob Schultz to oversee the site’s continued refinement and steward Stoller’s legacy of growing exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Stoller Family Estate features the world’s first LEED Gold Certified winery, three guest homes, and state-of-the-art tasting room with panoramic vineyard views, undulating ceilings, and many unique sustainable features.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE Our 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée is created from the oldest Pommard clones of Pinot Noir planted on the estate in the 1990s. This wine was carefully blended from several of our best barrels to create an elegant, age-worthy Pinot Noir reflecting the character of the vintage and our estate vineyard. The wine was fermented with 75% whole cluster which provides additional spice on the aromatics and tannin structure. It was aged for 11 months in French oak, 60% of which were new. It is built to hold the test of time with a balance of intense fruit, ample tannin, spice, and lively acidity. Director of Winemaking Melissa Burr’s winemaking philosophy is “to make best wine possible, enhancing what the vineyard gives you. It is about capturing the vintage and the vineyard while elevating the fruit to its highest potential.” Check out our silent auction package — Lot 124, and our live auction package — Lot 7
– 62 – 18401 Ribbon Ridge Road, Newberg, Oregon 97132 www.trisaetum.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Andrea & James Frey James Frey 2003 VINEYARD MANAGER: Jorge Chavez
THE WINERY Tr i s a e t u m (tris-say-tum) is a family owned and operated winery located in the heart of Oregon’s Ribbon Ridge AVA. In the early 2000s, Andrea and James Frey moved their young children to Oregon, bought a piece of land in the eastern foothills of the Coast Range mountains, and planted the first of the three vineyards that now make up Tr i s a e t u m . Today, the winery produces small lots of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling exclusively from its three estate vineyards; a 22-acre vineyard in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA (called the Coast Range Estate), a 17-acre vineyard in the Ribbon Ridge AVA, and an eight-acre vineyard in the Dundee Hills AVA (called the Wichmann Dundee Estate). Trisaetum’s winery, completed in 2007, combines New World innovation with Old World sensitivities. Each vintage, Trisaetum releases ten different Pinot Noirs, as well as eight different Rieslings, and three Chardonnays. In addition to his winemaking duties, James is an accomplished artist with work sold and displayed throughout the world. His paintings and photography fill the 1,500 square foot Trisaetum gallery located at the winery outside Newberg .
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE When winemaker James Frey sets out to craft each year’s ¡Salud! Cuvée, he knows it has to be memorable—it has to be special—it has to be a wine on which we would be proud to place the ¡Salud! Cuvée name. The 2015 Trisaetum ¡Salud! Cuvée is a unique selection of barrels from each of our three estate vineyards. The resulting blend marries the power and spice of Ribbon Ridge, the elegance of Wichmann Dundee, and the savory qualities of the Coast Range site. Anticipated release date: November 2016. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 134
– 63 – 19143 NE Laughlin Road, Yamhill, Oregon 97148 www.willakenzie.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Bernard Lacroute and Thibaud Mandet 1995 Ronni Lacroute
THE WINERY WillaKenzie Estate is a small, sustainably certified producer of premium Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Blanc, named after the sedimentary soil on which the vineyards are planted to convey the influence that the soil imparts on the wine’s flavors and aromas. We strongly believe in sustainable farming that respects the soil, the environment, the plants, and the people. The state-of-the-art, gravity-flow winery was completed in 1995. Our tasting room is open daily, and our Cellar Club program lets wine lovers experiment with exclusive Pinot bottlings. Contact us at (503) 662-3280 or at tastepinot@willakenzie. com.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE We have planted over 100 acres on the WillaKenzie Estate since 1992, and produce six different vineyard-designated Pinot Noirs. The plantings are arranged in over 30 different blocks with a tremendous amount of diversity due to differences in elevation, row orientation, soil depth, as well as different clones of Pinot Noir. As a result, we are able to produce Pinot Noirs with different personalities ranging from very elegant, feminine, and fruity, to bold, structured, powerful wines. The 2015 ¡Salud! wine is made of equal proportions of Pinot Noir Terres Basses and Pinot Noir Triple Black Slopes. Terres Basses is the lowest elevation and a warmer site, planted to Dijon clones 113 and 115, and producing a very intense, dark colored wine with a hint of citrus. Triple Black Slopes is the steepest block in the vineyards, with slopes up to 40%, planted mostly to Dijon clones 114 and 777. The wines from this block are very intense and highly structured. The 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée features aromas of black cherry and undertones of violets and spices. Black currants and earthy flavors are evident on the palate. The tannins are firm but will soften with time, and are well balanced with the bright acidity of the wine. The 2015 vintage featured excellent growing conditions, a warm and dry harvest, and fully ripe fruit. Anticipated release date: May 2018. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 130
– 64 – 8905 NE Worden Hill Road, Dundee, Oregon 97115 www.winderlea.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Bill Sweat & Donna Morris Robert Brittan 2006
THE WINERY Winderlea Vineyard & Winery is a boutique winery specializing in the limited production of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Oregon. Bill Sweat and Donna Morris founded Winderlea in 2006 with the purchase of the one-time Dundee Hills Vineyard located on Worden Hill Road in the Dundee Hills . The earliest plantings on Winderlea’s 20-acre estate date back to 1974. Their estate vineyard was always farmed gently, and with Bill and Donna’s purchase in 2006, they introduced more sustainable practices allowing the vineyard to earn its LIVE and Salmon Safe certifications in 2008. In 2009 they began employing biodynamic practices, and with the 2015 vintage they earned Demeter Biodynamic® Certification. Coupled with one of the finest vineyards in Oregon is their winemaker Robert Brittan. A veteran of the winemaking industry since the early ‘70s, Robert led winemaking and estate management at Stags’ Leap Winery for 16 years before returning to Oregon in 2005. In addition to their support of ¡Salud! in the Vintners Circle, Winderlea uses its tasting room fees to fund an additional monthly contribution to ¡Salud!.
THE ¡SALUD! CUVÉE The fruit for the 2015 Winderlea ¡Salud! Cuvée is sourced entirely from Winderlea’s estate vineyard in the Dundee Hills. Sixty percent of the blend comes from the oldest blocks on the vineyard dating back to 1974, including the Pommard and Dijon 115 selections of Pinot Noir. Forty percent of the blend is sourced from a younger block of Pinot Noir planted, planted in 2001, to the Dijon 114 selection. Winderlea will bottle your ¡Salud! Cuvée in either 750mL bottles or in 1.5 liter magnums upon request. Check out our silent auction package — Lot 107, and our live auction package — Lot 9
– 65 – winderlea_salud_2015.indd 1 10/7/15 4:29 PM Winery Partners 691 Highway 99W, Dundee, Oregon 97115 www.argylewinery.com
OWNER: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Lion Nathan Nate Klostermann 1987
THE WINERY Argyle Winery’s history is a quintessential Oregon tale, complete with the promise of staking claim to new spaces, taking risks and embracing opportunities and possibilities. Now, as Argyle begins celebrating its 30th anniversary, there is a reputation of being a highly respected producer of grower sparkling wine, silky Pinot Noir, barrel aged Chardonnay, and Riesling. Argyle farms more than 400 acres split between the red volcanic Jory soil of the Dundee Hills AVA and the wind-battered slopes of the Eola- Amity Hills AVA. The vineyards and the winery are LIVE Certified. Argyle’s original barrel room and cellar in Dundee have been converted into the newly opened Tasting House. The Tasting House welcomes guests every day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. providing a contemporary setting for experiencing the Argyle story. Argyle is proud to support ¡Salud!.
– 68 – 120 N Pine St., Carlton, Oregon 97111 www.kenwrightcellars.com
OWNER: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Ken Wright Cellars Ken Wright 1994 Company
THE WINERY Ken Wright Cellars is committed to the production of the highest quality Pinot Noir. This can be achieved only by working with fruit that possesses those qualities that make Pinot Noir the ultimate wine grape on this planet. In our considered opinion, those qualities are best expressed by the fruit of the northern Willamette Valley. The luscious core of sweet, textural fruit, natural acid balance, and power is a testament to this variety’s affinity to our region. Our approach to the craft of winemaking is one of stewardship. More often than not, manipulation of wine in the cellar results in a loss of character. There are several ways, however, in which we can make a difference. Keeping crop levels to a minimum, personally sampling every vineyard, and hand-sorting each cluster we receive are all critical steps we take to ensure that all of the inherent character in the fruit is revealed in the finished wine.
– 69 – 5000 Sokol Blosser Lane, Dayton, Oregon 97114 www.sokolblosser.com
OWNERS: WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: The Sokol Blosser Family Alex Sokol Blosser 1971
THE WINERY For 45 years—even before there was an Oregon wine industry—the Sokol Blosser family has been perfecting Pinot Noir. Since founders Susan Sokol Blosser and Bill Blosser planted their first vines in 1971, the family has pursued excellence through environmentally friendly winemaking techniques. Today, situated on a certified organic 85-acre property in the Dundee Hills appellation, B Corp-certified Sokol Blosser remains committed to a sustainable approach. This respect for nature has consistently captured the terroir of the region, show-casing its essence through the brilliance of its estate fruit. Now with the second generation of Sokol Blossers at the helm, the winery is poised to enter a new millennium of winemaking and sustainability under the guidance of CEO and co-president Alison Sokol Blosser, along with winemaker and co-president Alex Sokol Blosser. As the new generation continues the legacy of Sokol Blosser’s founders, the focus remains on crafting exemplary wines through sustainable methods. It’s no mere coincidence that such practices have had the happy consequence of enhancing the excellence of Sokol Blosser’s Pinot Noir. In addition to the official recognition received for its environmental practices, Sokol Blosser has consistently won recognition for its quality wines. Being good to the earth—farming, buying, and building through the lens of sustainability—is really about paying attention to and respecting the details. There is no other way to make great Pinot.
– 70 – 8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, Oregon 97392 wvv.com
OWNERS: WINERY DIRECTOR: VINEYARD MANAGER: Jim Bernau and Christine Collier Efren Loeza 9,000 Wine Enthusiasts WINEMAKER: ESTABLISHED: Joe Ibrahim 1983
BUILDING A DREAM Founder, Jim Bernau, purchased the estate site in 1983 and cleared away the old pioneer plum orchard hidden in Scotch broom and blackberry vines. He planted Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Gris. In the beginning, he hand watered the vines with thousands of feet of hose. His passion was to make Pinot Noir that would be a classic, elegant representation of the Willamette Valley growing region. A combination of determination and extraordinary people has brought Willamette Valley Vineyards from an idea to one of the region's leading wineries, earning the title “One of America's Great Pinot Noir Producers,” from Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
BE A PART OF OREGON’S WINE FUTURE Willamette Valley Vineyards has collaboratively grown from the support and ownership of wine enthusiasts. They are embarking on a founding effort to build two new wineries in the Eola-Amity Hills and the Walla Walla Valley AVAs. Join them as Winery Founders and become a part of Oregon’s wine future.
STEWARDSHIP OF THE LAND We believe wine tastes better when made from naturally grown wine grapes . All of our vineyards and winery are certified LIVE and Salmon Safe. We release rehabilitated owl and kestrels from the Cascade Raptor Center in Eugene for natural pest management of our vineyard sites. To reduce our carbon footprint and promote energy independence, all company tractors and delivery vehicles are run on biodiesel, and we offer up to 50 gallons a month free to our employees for commuting to work. We pioneered the use of Forest Stewardship Council certified sustainable cork in our bottles, and launched a nation-wide consumer recycling effort, Cork ReHarvest.
A SENSE OF PLACE Our terroir is unique with ancient volcanic, glacial and sedimentary flood soils on slopes where orientation, elevation, and grade create ideal growing conditions. Our approach is to grow, by hand, the highest quality fruit using careful canopy management, and to achieve wines that are truly expressive of the varietal and the place where they are grown. Our stylistic emphasis is on pure varietal fruit characters, with attention to depth, richness of mouthfeel, and balance. The wines are truly a collaborative effort of the entire vineyard and winemaking staff.
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Lot 101 — Ken Wright Cellars Horizontal
Experience the exceptional 1999 vintage of Ken Wright Cellars’ single-vineyard Pinot Noirs with this very rare ten bottle horizontal collection: • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Abbey Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Arcus Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Carter Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Elton Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars McCrone Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Wahle Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1999 Ken Wright Cellars Whistling Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir Donated by Norman Bouton Lot 102 — Like Fathers, Like Sons
In 2012, Marc-André Roy and Jared Etzel combined their viticultural and enological pedigrees to follow in their fathers’ (whom partnered to establish the revered Beaux Frères winery in 1991) footsteps to launch Domaine Roy & Fils. Their mission is to produce wines of purity and transparency at the highest level, continuing their families’ legacy of producing top quality wine through meticulous, and almost obsessive, work in the estate vineyards. Package Includes: • VIP experience for six people including a vineyard walk with the winemaker, cellar tour, and seated, hosted tasting • One bottle of 2013 Domaine Roy & Fils Petite Incline • One bottle of 2013 Domaine Roy & Fils Incline • One bottle of 2014 Domaine Roy & Fils Petite Incline • One bottle of 2014 Domaine Roy & Fils Incline Package Notes: Tasting experience to be scheduled by advance appointment only. Valid through December 31, 2017.
Donated by Domaine Roy & Fils Lot 103 — 1975 The Eyrie South Block Reserve
Take home the bottle that put Oregon winemaking on the map! In 1975, The Eyrie Vineyards produced the first American Pinot Noir to compete successfully with the renowned Pinot Noirs of Burgundy, placing within the top ten at the 1979 Wine Olympics in Paris, and placing second the following year in a rematch organized by Robert Drouhin in Beaune. With these two tastings, Oregon won its first recognition as the New World home for Pinot Noir and brought international attention to this wine region unfamiliar to almost everyone except a handful of hardy pioneers. • One bottle of 1975 The Eyrie Vineyards South Block Reserve Pinot Noir signed by David Lett Donated by John Montague
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Lot 104 — A Horizontal Selection of 1998 Oregon Pinot Noirs
Take a trip back 18 years in time and taste how five different wineries and six different vineyard sites interpreted the classic 1998 vintage. • One bottle of 1998 Antica Terra Willamette Valley Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1998 Beaux Frères The Beaux Frères Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1998 Bethel Heights Vineyard Flat Block Reserve Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1998 Bethel Heights Vineyard Southeast Block Reserve Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1998 Panther Creek Bednarik Vineyard Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1998 Shea Wine Cellars Shea Vineyard Back Block Pinot Noir Donated by Tom Miller, Just Pinot LLC
Lot 105 — Celebrate 25 Years with Cristom Vineyards!
Join Cristom Vineyards for their 2017 vintage harvest as they celebrate their 25th anniversary! Your party of four will enjoy a full afternoon of hiking throughout the estate and learning the unique history and viticulture of the Eola-Amity Hills before sitting down with the Cristom winemaking team for lunch prepared by their harvest chef. Afterwards, you’ll be lead through an extensive private tasting of their barrel cellar wines, as well as their current releases and library selections. • Hiking tour of Cristom Vineyards for four people • Winemaker lunch for four people at Cristom Vineyards • Private barrel, library, and current release tasting for four people Package Notes: Package is valid Monday – Friday in accordance with the harvest chef’s schedule.
Donated by Cristom Vineyards
Lot 106 — ArborBrook Anthology
Your party of ten is invited to join ArborBrook Vineyards owners Dave and Mary Hansen in their vineyard tasting room for a private seated vertical tasting featuring selected ArborBrook library wines. After, join them for a lively reception with hors d’ oeuvres in celebration of their support for ¡Salud! and its amazing work! Tonight, take home a beautiful basket including two bottles of ArborBrook Pinot Noir and two etched ArborBrook Oregon Pinot glasses to toast to your winning bid! • Private, seated vertical tasting of ArborBrook Vineyards library wines for ten people with owners Dave and Mary Hansen with reception to follow • Two bottles of ArborBrook Pinot Noir and two etched ArborBrook Oregon Pinot glasses Package Notes: To be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date before November 30, 2017.
Donated by ArborBrook Vineyards
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Enjoy a vertical of all ten vintages produced by both Winderlea Vineyards & Winery in the Dundee Hills AVA and Brittan Vineyards in the McMinnville AVA. This collection includes the 2006 to 2015 Winderlea Estate Pinot Noirs, plus the 2006 to 2015 Brittan Basalt Block Pinot Noirs. And to complete the collection, the winning bidder will also receive two bottles each of the 2014 Winderlea Legacy Chardonnay and the 2014 Brittan Vineyards Chardonnay. Two exquisite cases of Willamette Valley’s finest—made by master winemaker, Robert Brittan! • One bottle each of 2006 to 2015 Brittan Vineyards Basalt Block Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2014 Brittan Vineyards Chardonnay • One bottle each of 2006 to 2015 Winderlea Vineyards & Winery Estate Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2014 Winderlea Vineyards & Winery Legacy Chardonnay Package Notes: 2015 Pinot Noirs will be available for delivery in January 2017.
Donated by Brittan Vineyards and Winderlea Vineyards & Winery
Lot 108 — The Lighter Side of Beaux Frères
Already known for their world class Pinot Noir, experience the lighter side of Beaux Frères with this vertical of Chardonnay—two bottles of each from the 2010, 2011, and 2012 vintages. The winning bidder is also invited to bring three of their friends for a VIP tour and tasting experience. • Two bottles of 2010 Beaux Frères Chardonnay • Two bottles of 2011 Beaux Frères Chardonnay • Two bottles of 2012 Beaux Frères Chardonnay • VIP tour and tasting at Beaux Frères for four people Package Notes: Tour and tasting reservations required .
Donated by Beaux Frères
Lot 109 — Bistro Maison and Dukes Family Vineyard Dinner for Six
Three couples will join Pat and Jackie Dukes at Oregon’s most authentic French Bistro for an enjoyable night of great food, wonderful wines, and friendly conversation. At Bistro Maison, Chef Jean-Jacques Chatelard and his wife Deborah couple classic French bistro offerings with warm and welcoming service to provide a truly enjoyable dining experience. • Dinner for six people at Bistro Maison in McMinnville with Pat and Jackie Dukes • Fine wines from Dukes Family Vineyards with dinner • One magnum of Dukes Family Vineyards Pinot Noir for each couple to take home Package Notes: To be scheduled a mutually agreed upon date within one year of the auction.
Donated by Bistro Maison and Dukes Family Vineyards
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Lot 110 — Part of the Family
Become part of the Dobbes family as a member of their Classic Club! You’ll receive three bottles of Dobbes Family Estate wine each quarter, plus, access to exclusive member-only events, unlimited wine tastings, complimentary admission to club events, and discounted pricing on the celebrated Dobbes Family Estate wines (including their Library selection). For a taste of what’s to come, tonight take home one bottle of 2012 Symonette Vineyard Pinot Noir! • One-year Dobbes Family Estate Classic level wine club membership • One bottle of 2012 Dobbes Family Estate Symonette Vineyard Pinot Noir Donated by Dobbes Family Estate
Lot 111 — Big Table Farm, Big Bottle Horizontal
These special magnums are very limited and available only to the Big Table Farm mailing list. Not yet on it? Not to worry. Tonight, take home six scarce magnums from the 2014 vintage—five vineyard designate Pinot Noirs and one Chardonnay. • Six magnum horizontal of 2014 Big Table Farm wines—five vineyard designate Pinot Noirs and one Chardonnay Donated by Big Table Farm
Lot 112 — Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Retrospective
Amalie Robert Estate became a Vintners Circle winery for the 2006 ¡Salud! auction. This package includes one bottle of ¡Salud! Cuvée from each of their years in the Vintners Circle since, representing ten vintages from 2005 through 2014. But wait, there’s more! To round out your case, you’ll also receive two bottles of highly acclaimed Amalie Robert Estate 2013 Heirloom Cameo BFC (Barrel Fermented Chardonnay). • One bottle of 2005 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2006 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2007 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2008 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2009 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2010 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2011 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2012 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2013 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2014 Amalie Robert Estate ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir • Two bottles of 2013 Amalie Robert Estate Heirloom Cameo BFC Donated by Amalie Robert Estate
Lot 113 — Living Hyland History
First planted in 1971, just five years after the first Pinot Noir was planted in the Willamette Valley, Hyland Vineyard spans over 200 acres with roughly 180 acres under vine; making it one of Oregon’s oldest and largest vineyards. For four decades, this historic site was used as a source for many of the state’s most coveted and top scoring
– 78 – wines. Now, Hyland Estates showcases its sought after fruit under its own label, continuing the tradition of beautiful wines with their own unique sense of place. Four people will embark on an escorted tour through the private and rarely seen Hyland Vineyard in McMinnville where they will enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch and full Willamette Valley views at the vineyard’s highest elevation. After lunch, the group will be transported back to NW Wine Co. in Dundee where they will participate in an interactive Pinot Noir clonal blending session of four signature Pinots led by a Hyland winemaker. To top off the experience, the winning bidder will also receive one mixed-case of Hyland Estates Single Clone Pinot Noir! • Privately escorted tour of Hyland Vineyard in McMinnville for four people (transportation provided) • Gourmet picnic lunch for four people at Hyland Vineyard • Pinot Noir clonal blending experience for four people at NW Wine Co. • One mixed-case of Hyland Estates Single Clone Pinot Noir Package Notes: To be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date .
Donated by Hyland Estates
Lot 114 — 1992 Trio: ¡Salud! Anniversary Commemoration
In commemoration of a quarter century of wine auctions to benefit healthcare for Oregon’s vineyard workers through ¡Salud! and Tuality Healthcare, CHEHALEM offers a rare trio of wines representing the third vintage – 1992 – releases from their winery. All three wines come from Ridgecrest Vineyards (what would later become the Ribbon Ridge AVA). Package Includes: • One bottle of 1992 CHEHALEM Pinot Gris, Ridgecrest Vineyards—brilliant platinum-to-yellow color, rich and varietally correct yellow plum, ripe pear aromatics, emollient and fresh on palate, showing no browning or oxidation—youthful at 25 years old • One bottle of 1992 CHEHALEM Chardonnay, Ridgecrest Vineyards—deep yellow with some bronzing, showing oxidative and barrel nuttiness at first, with freshness of fruit arising with time, showing tartness, refined yellow fruit and good Chardonnay length—showing its age, but structured and appropriate for 25 year-old 108 clone Chardonnay • One bottle of 1992 CHEHALEM Pinot Noir, Ridgecrest Vineyards—dark, opaque garnet, with bricking on the rim, ripe to overripe with savory, forest floor, wood-spice flavors and aromas, vibrant acids and some black cherry/blackberry fruit, supported by moderate tannin and earthy, mineral underpinnings. For a very warm year, it is balanced and the alcohol unobtrusive. Nice and appropriately showing moderate, but not over-the-hill age at 25! Donated by CHEHALEM
Lot 115 — DIY Riesling Tasting
Treat friends or geek-out yourself by hosting your own Riesling Tasting . Experience one of the world’s great wine grapes, like never before, with this exclusive six pack of 2013 CHEHALEM Wind Ridge Block Riesling Clones. Why is this so unique? You can’t find these Rieslings anywhere else—they’ve never been released! These single clonal varieties are typically bottled solely for CHEHALEM’s
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ongoing internal research. This gives you access to the behind-the-scenes science, decision-making, and loyalty to the grape that unfolds at CHEHALEM every day. After all, it’s about the wine! Package Includes: • Six bottles of 2013 CHEHALEM Riesling—one bottle each of Clone 9, Clone 12, Clone 21, Clone 49, Clone 198, and Clone 239 • Five 11x17 tasting mats which include tasting notes, vintage data by clone, and vineyard information Donated by CHEHALEM
Lot 116 — Brooks Ouroboros Experience
Four people will join certified sommelier Jess Pierce for a private tasting at the stunning Brooks winery. Jess will take you through eight wines, including small production and library selections. Cheese, charcuterie, and nibbles from the Brooks chef will be paired to each taste, and a tour of the new winemaking facility will follow. Tonight the winning bidder will go home with a magnum of 2013 Rastaban Pinot Noir. • Ouroboros Experience tasting for four people at Brooks Winery including small bites and winery tour • One magnum of 2013 Brooks Rastaban Pinot Noir Donated by Brooks Lot 117 — The Next Chapter in an Oregon Story
Oregon is an important part of the lives of the Drouhin family, and has been since 1987, when they established Domaine Drouhin Oregon. Their next chapter here is Roserock, an extraordinary vineyard that sits at the southern tip of the Eola-Amity Hills, in the Willamette Valley. Take home a taste of why the Drouhins staked their claim in this state, and how they’ve grown since they’ve been here. • One signed magnum 2014 Domaine Drouhin Oregon Arthur Chardonnay • One signed magnum 2014 Domaine Drouhin Oregon Dundee Hills Pinot Noir • One signed magnum 2014 Roserock Chardonnay • One signed magnum 2014 Roserock Pinot Noir Donated by Domaine Drouhin Oregon
Lot 118 — Alexana Escape
Two couples will enjoy exclusive access to the state-of-the-art Alexana Estate Vineyards and Winery as they stay for two nights in Alexana’s private winery suite and partake in a VIP winery experience. Package also includes a mixed case of Alexana’s limited production wines. • Two nights’ accommodations at Alexana’s private winery suite for two couples • VIP winery tour for four people • 12 bottle mixed case of Alexana’s limited production wines Package Notes: The availability of the winery suite may vary depending on the time of year and at least one month’s notice is required prior to booking. Package expires January 1, 2018. Donated by Alexana Winery
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Gear up for an aviation adventure as your group of four meets at the Gran Moraine winery to be whisked away via helicopter to the famed Gran Moraine Vineyard in Carlton. Your flight will take you through the breathtaking Willamette Valley before setting down in the vineyard to savor a mouthwatering lunch amongst the vines. Upon return to the Gran Moraine winery, enjoy a tour and tasting at their gorgeous facility. • Helicopter tour of the Willamette Valley for four people • Lunch for four people in the Gran Moraine Vineyard in Carlton • Tour and tasting for four people at Gran Moraine Package Notes: To be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date. Weather dependent.
Donated by Gran Moraine
Lot 120 — A Sampling of Shea
After ten years of selling all of their grape production, Dick and Deirdre Shea decided to create their own expression of the Shea Vineyard terroir. 25% of their fruit is now used for their own winemaking project, resulting in limited quantities of highly sought after, world class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Stock up with a mixed-case sampling of all of the 2015 Shea Wine Cellars Pinot Noir releases, including two bottles each of Homer, Block 23, Block 7, Block 5, North Block, and Estate. Also included is a vineyard tour and tasting with Dick Shea for up to eight people. • One mixed-case of two bottles each of all of the 2015 Shea Wine Cellars Pinot Noir releases including Homer, Block 23, Block 7, Block 5, North Block, and Estate • Vineyard tour and tasting for up to eight people at Shea Wine Cellars with Dick Shea Package Notes: Tour and tasting date and time subject to availability.
Donated by Shea Wine Cellars
Lot 121 — The Vines in Your Glass
Soter Vineyards farms their wines as a reflection of their intention to convey place as an essential character in everything they make. This combination of respectful farming and craftsmanship, as well as their ancient soils and temperate climate, result in wines that are layered, nuanced and seductively captivating—a happy consequence of the interaction of both the hand and the land. Your group of six will experience how Soter’s care of the vines affects the wine in the glass as you enjoy tastings at both Mineral Springs Ranch and North Valley Vineyards. Tonight, the winning bidder will take home one magnum each of Mineral Springs Brut Rosé and Pinot Noir, as well as a six-pack of the North Valley Origin wines. • Provisions Tasting for six people at Soter Vineyards’ Mineral Springs Ranch • Classic Tasting for six people at North Valley Vineyards • One magnum of 2010 Soter Vineyards Mineral Springs Brut Rosé • One magnum of 2012 Soter Vineyards Mineral Springs Pinot Noir • Six bottles of North Valley Vineyards Origin wines Donated by Soter Vineyards
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Lot 122 — Erath Prince Hill Three Liter Collection
Prince Hill Vineyard offers ideal growing conditions for producing world class Pinot Noir. Planted in 1983, this premium site encompasses 34 acres, 27 of which are dedicated to top quality Pinot Noir. The various Pinot Noir clones that comprise the vineyard offer the maximum opportunity each vintage to blend a one-of-a-kind single vineyard Pinot Noirs, which are produced only when the vineyard’s fruit meets the standards of their winemaker and displays the hallmarks of its specific terroir with each vintage. Taste how this blue ribbon site produces consistently excellent wines with this impressive three- liter vertical collection. • One three-liter bottle of 2012 Erath Prince Hill Pinot Noir • One three-liter bottle of 2013 Erath Prince Hill Pinot Noir • One three-liter bottle of 2014 Erath Prince Hill Pinot Noir Donated by Erath
Lot 123 — Blending the Best at Raptor Ridge
Make your mark on the 2016 Raptor Ridge ¡Salud! Cuvée during this evening of blending trials! Dream of trying your hand at winemaking? You and up to five guests will roll up your sleeves and work shoulder-to-shoulder with founding Raptor Ridge Winemaker Scott Shull and Assistant Winemaker Kevin Wiles for an evening of blending, tasting, and merriment. Calibrate your palate with Co-owner Annie Shull, who will lead you through a ‘warm-up’ tasting of previous ¡Salud! Cuvées. Winemakers then will guide you through the intricate process of composing and tasting trial lots to craft the Raptor Ridge 2016 ¡Salud! Cuvée. After the work is done, enjoy a barrel tasting while sampling the culinary artistry of their in-house chef, Irene Bonn-Laney. Tonight, take home this three-year vertical of past Raptor Ridge ¡Salud! Cuvées for a crash course on the Raptor Ridge house style—“homework” to prepare for your blending debut! Package Includes: • Library Raptor Ridge ¡Salud! Cuvée Tasting for six people with Annie Shull • 2016 Raptor Ridge ¡Salud! Cuvée blending trials for six people with Scott Shull and Kevin Wiles • Barrel tasting for six people with bites prepared by Raptor Ridge chef Irene Bonn- Laney • Three-year vertical of library Raptor Ridge ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noirs Package Notes: Event must be scheduled during June or July 2017.
Donated by Raptor Ridge Winery
Lot 124 — On the Farm
The farmland where Stoller Family Estate currently lies has been in the Stoller family since the 1940s when Bill Stoller’s father and uncle purchased the property to raise turkeys. Throughout the decades that followed, the farm grew from a small family operation into one of Oregon’s largest. When the farm ceased its operations in 1993, Bill seized the opportunity to acquire the land, realizing that its sloped, rocky terrain would
– 82 – be ideally suited for a world-class vineyard. Your group of six will enjoy a two night stay at this legacy farmland in Stoller Family Estate’s newly renovated Farm House. During your stay, you’ll be treated to a private dinner in the Farm House’s gourmet kitchen, as well as a picnic lunch and private wine tasting. Package Includes: • Two nights’ accommodations for six people at Stoller Family Estate’s Farm House • Private dinner for six people at the Farm House during your stay • Picnic lunch and private wine tasting for six people Package Notes: Dates subject to availability.
Donated by Stoller Family Estate
Lot 125 — Maresh Vineyard Vertical
What a great addition to your wine cellar: one bottle each of Scott Paul’s Audrey Pinot Noir spanning 12 vintages! Audrey has always been comprised of the best four to six barrels in their cellar, and it is no surprise that it has been 100% Maresh Vineyard every vintage. Maresh is situated high in the Dundee Hills on a beautiful south-facing slope. Planted in 1970, this is the fifth-oldest vineyard in Oregon, and the oldest in the Dundee Hills AVA. Maresh Vineyard is considered to be one of the most expressive vineyards in the state. Scott Paul Wines is incredibly grateful to work with this site and with the Maresh family, and currently leases a portion of this historic vineyard and began farming it biodynamically in 2007. • 12 bottle collection featuring one bottle each of 2004 to 2015 Scott Paul Audrey Pinot Noir Donated by Scott Paul Wines
Lot 126 — A Careful Craft
With meticulous care comes an extraordinary wine. Planted to a small, four acre parcel of land in the Dundee Hills, Mo Ayoub lovingly hand farms his vines, striving to produce complex and elegant Pinot Noirs. His commitment to a limited production has earned him a loyal following and highly sought after releases. See why as you capture his estate Pinot Noir in a rare three-liter bottle. • One three-liter bottle of 2015 Ayoub Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir Donated by Ayoub Wines
Lot 127 — Amici e Vino: An Italian Evening in Oregon Wine Country
The Ponzi family’s tradition of hospitality is rooted in their Italian heritage and a love for good food, wine, lively conversation, and fun. It is in this spirit they invite you to gather 15 of your closest friends for a night to remember. Set atop an exquisite hillside just 40 minutes southwest of Portland, Ponzi Vineyards is a
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true wine destination featuring panoramic views of the North Willamette Valley and the surrounding Avellana Vineyard. Sip crisp Ponzi Pinot Noir Rosé while you kick off the evening with a game of bocce ball on the property’s vineyard-side courts. Don’t know how to play? No problem. Winery founders and bocce ball pros, Dick and Nancy Ponzi, will give you a lesson in this cherished Italian pastime. As the sun goes down, enjoy an alfresco dinner on the terrace. Winery Culinary Director Tom Ghnazzi will prepare a mouthwatering menu, featuring the season’s finest ingredients, crafted to pair with an exclusive line up of Ponzi wines, including their iconic Pinot Noirs. Tonight, take home a bottle of 2013 Ponzi Pinot Noir Reserve, signed by second generation vintners, sisters Maria and Luisa Ponzi. Package Includes: • Alfresco winemaker dinner at Ponzi Vineyards for 15 people including bocce ball and Rosé with Dick and Nancy Ponzi • One bottle of 2013 Ponzi Pinot Noir Reserve signed by Maria Ponzi and Luisa Ponzi Package Notes: Dates subject to availability.
Donated by Ponzi Vineyards
Lot 128 — McMinnville Getaway for Four
Known as the “Heart of Oregon Wine Country,” McMinnville is world famous for both its viticulture and artisan dining experiences, and two couples will enjoy a perfect taste of it all. First, join winemaker Rob Stuart at R. Stuart & Co. Winery where he will take you through a private barrel tasting that is a virtual tour of the Willamette Valley with Pinot Noirs from renowned vineyards of every notable AVA. Afterwards, dine with Rob and Maria Stuart at the legendary, and James Beard Award winning, Nick’s Italian Café in the heart of downtown McMinnville. Retire for the evening perched above the town’s charming restaurants, winery tasting rooms, and boutique shops in a fully appointed apartment at the 3rd Street Flats where modern luxury meets local history. Wake up to a scrumptious brunch at local hangout, Community Plate, and do a little shopping at the chic Mes Amies before you head out for a walking tour and tasting in The Eyrie Vineyards’ original vines—the first Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines in the Willamette Valley, and the first Pinot Gris planted in the New World—guided by a member of the Eyrie team. Package Includes: • Barrel tasting for four people with winemaker Rob Stuart at R. Stuart & Co. winery • Dinner for four people with Rob & Maria Stuart at Nick’s Italian Café • Overnight accommodations for two couples at the 3rd Street Flats • Brunch at local hangout Community Plate • Walking tour and tasting for four people in The Eyrie Vineyards’ original vines • Two gift certificates to Mes Amies Package Notes: Winery visits and dinner to be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date.
Donated by R. Stuart & Co./Rob and Maria Stuart, 3rd Street Flats, Community Plate, The Eyrie Vineyards, and Mes Amies
– 84 – Lot 129 — A Spectrum of Evening Land Seven Springs
Historically, Seven Springs Vineyard has produced some of the finest grapes grown in the United States and was selected as one of the Top 10 Vineyards in America by Food and Wine Magazine. The Wine Advocate has regarded it as “one of Oregon’s finest, most consistent vineyards.” Since acquiring the vineyard in 2007, Seven Springs has become Evening Land’s largest. Taking advantage of the unique and distinctive terroir, the vineyard’s potential is explored by mixing old vines and new plantings, blending distinct blocks and experimenting with micro-cuvees that lie on the volcanic soils in the heart of the Seven Springs hill. The 2012 Evening Land Seven Springs La Source Pinot Noir received Oregon’s first 98 point score ever issued by Wine Spectator. Experience the light and the dark side of this exceptional vineyard, as you take home a stunning collection of Seven Springs Pinot Noir and Chardonnay magnums. • One magnum of 2013 Evening Land Seven Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir • One magnum of 2013 Evening Land Seven Springs Vineyard La Source Pinot Noir • One magnum of 2013 Evening Land Seven Springs Vineyard La Source Chardonnay • One magnum of 2013 Evening Land Seven Springs Vineyard Summum Chardonnay Donated by Evening Land Seven Springs
Lot 130 — L’Art de Boire le Vin
‘L’Art de Boire le Vin’, or ‘The Art of Drinking Wine’, by Charles Martin was printed in the 1970s as an attempt to revive the French wine industry which had taken a hit after WWII. The illustrations and preparations, however, date much farther back as they were originally used in a 1920 wine connoisseurs publication illustrating the different stages of drinking wine. This poster is conservation mounted, framed, and in excellent condition, and will make a delightful addition to the walls of any wine aficionado’s home. Follow along with the tasting instructions depicted in the poster as you take home three rare library wines from WillaKenzie Estate, clonal selections made exclusively for their Cellar Club. • Conservation mounted and framed ‘L’Art de Boire le Vin’ poster • One bottle of 2002 WillaKenzie Estate Clone 113 Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2002 WillaKenzie Estate Clone 114 Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2002 WillaKenzie Estate Clone 777 Pinot Noir Donated by WillaKenzie Estate
Lot 131 — Great American Eclipse
Three couples will meet at St. Innocent Winery in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA on August 21, 2017, where they will begin their day with a light breakfast and beverages at the top of Temperance Hill Vineyard with its unparalleled views of the Cascade Mountains and the Coast Range, as they wait for the first total solar eclipse visible to the contiguous United States since 1979. During the eclipse, the group will celebrate the unique experience of complete darkness for close to two minutes with special glasses for their eyes and special glasses of St. Innocent’s 2007 Blanc de Blanc Reserve for their mouths. After the eclipse is complete and heart rates have fallen to a normal level, a complete brunch will be served to celebrate. To remember this momentous event, each couple will also receive six bottles of wine, including bottles of each 2014 Special Selection Pinot Noir.
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• Great American Eclipse viewing party for three couples at St. Innocent Winery including sparkling wine and brunch • Six bottles of wine for each couple to take home Package Notes: Eclipse viewing party only available on August 21, 2017
Donated by St. Innocent Winery
Lot 132 — ROCO’s Private Stash
Savor and cellar these three spectacular signed bottles of ROCO’s Private Stash Pinot Noir. The Stash was the inaugural wine for the ROCO brand, first produced in 2003. It is sourced from the Soles’ estate vineyard, Wits’ End, which was planted in 2001. This 21-acre vineyard is planted to 5’ x 5’ spacing, and is irrigated when necessary from a fresh water spring that flows year-round on the property. Each year, Rollin Soles closely monitors the vineyards to select the best of the three different Dijon Pinot Noir clones from each vintage, and ages it in a selection of his favorite barrels (new and old) to produce the Private Stash. The wine is then aged 18 months in barrel and an additional six months in bottle before it is presented to the consumer. Only 250 cases were produced. • One three-liter bottle of 2010 ROCO Private Stash Pinot Noir • One magnum of 2010 ROCO Private Stash Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2010 ROCO Private Stash Pinot Noir Donated by ROCO Winery
Lot 133 — Golden Goose
An exclusive collection of Pinot Noir plus a rare opportunity to savor Dusky Goose library wines as they’re truly meant to be experienced. Your party of six is invited to the beautiful cave at the Dusky Goose Estate Tasting Room at Rambouillet Vineyard for a privately hosted, seated tasting of each of the wines from the Dusky Goose library, paired with selected local and imported cheeses and charcuterie. Tonight, take home an exclusive six-bottle vertical of Dusky Goose Dundee Hills Pinot Noir from 2006 to 2012, packaged in a beautiful wood box. • Private, seated library tasting for six people in the Dusky Goose Estate Tasting Room cave • One bottle each of 2006 to 2012 Dusky Goose Dundee Hills Pinot Noir in wood box Package Notes: Cave tasting by appointment only and restricted to the winery’s availability.
Donated by Dusky Goose
– 86 – Lot 134 — A Trisaetum in Every Size
Big or small, Pinot Noir or Riesling, any way you bottle it, the end result is delicious wine. This delightful collection from Trisaetum gives you an opportunity to add some variety to your cellar starting with a behemoth Jeroboam down to a petite half-bottle, not to mention two mini-verticals snuck in for good measure. • One five-liter bottle of 2012 Trisaetum Estates Reserve Pinot Noir • One three-liter bottle of 2009 Trisaetum Coast Range Estate Pinot Noir • One three-liter bottle of 2010 Trisaetum Artist Series No. 13 Pinot Noir • One 1.5-liter bottle of 2013 Trisaetum Estates Reserve Dry Riesling • One 1.5-liter bottle of 2013 Trisaetum Estates Reserve Medium Dry Riesling • One 750 mL bottle of 2011 Trisaetum Family Reserve Pinot Noir • One 750 mL bottle of 2012 Trisaetum Family Reserve Pinot Noir • One 750 mL bottle of 2013 Trisaetum Family Reserve Pinot Noir • One 375 mL bottle of 2007 Trisaetum Lassa Late Harvest Riesling • One 375 mL bottle of 2008 Trisaetum Lassa Late Harvest Riesling • One 375 mL bottle of 2009 Trisaetum Lassa Late Harvest Riesling Donated by Trisaetum
Lot 135 — East of Typical
When most people think Oregon wine, their minds track to the north Willamette Valley or the warmer growing regions of southern Oregon. But just east of I-5, in the heart of Oregon’s “Garden of Eden”, lies the east Willamette Valley, and within it, a small but promising group of wineries producing interesting varietals of their own. This baker’s dozen collection will introduce you to the wines and wineries of the east Willamette Valley, and allow you to become an early fan of this burgeoning viticultural scene . • One bottle of 2011 Christopher Bridge Satori Springs Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2014 Christopher Bridge Ehrenfelser • One bottle of 2014 Christopher Bridge Kerner • One bottle of 2014 Christopher Bridge Pinot Gris • One bottle of 2014 Christopher Bridge Satori Springs Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2015 Christopher Bridge Kerner • One bottle of 2015 Christopher Bridge Lieblich Pinot Gris • One bottle of 2015 Christopher Bridge Sauvignon Blanc • One bottle 2012 King’s Raven Winery Reserve Maréchal Foch • One bottle of 2013 Villa Catalana Petite Sirah • One bottle of 2014 Villa Catalana Pinot Noir • One bottle of 2015 Villa Catalana Pinot Gris • One bottle of Villa Catalana Cascade Berry Fortified Wine Liquor Donated by Christopher Bridge Wines, King’s Raven Winery, and Villa Catalana
– 87 – Adelsheim is proud to celebrate 25 years of support for ¡Salud! and its noble efforts to provide Oregon’s seasonal vineyard workers and their families access to healthcare services. adelsheim.com | 16800 NE Calkins Lane, Newberg, OR 97132 Live Auction
Lot 1—Raise Your Paddle for a Champagne Magnum!
Get your paddle raising arms ready! Seven high bidders will receive a magnum of grower Champagne, personally selected by the experts at Fat Cork in Seattle, for their entire table to enjoy with their meal prior to the rest of the live auction. Champagnes available include: • One magnum of Grongnet Carpe Diem Extra Brut Rosé de Saignée • One magnum of Grongnet Cuvée Carpe Diem Brut • One magnum of Didier-Ducos Fils Cuvée Brut • Two magnums of Pascal Redon Brut Tradition Premier Cru • One magnum of Pascal Redon Brut Rosé Premier Cru • One magnum of Mathieu-Gandon Esprit Brut And just three lucky bidders will receive a very special magnum of 1982 Jean Baillette- Prudhomme Cuvée Millésime. The 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay grapes that produced this incredible wine were harvested during the 1982 vintage. These magnums have been aging in Laureen Baillette’s cellar, and were recently disgorged in August of 2016. Donated by Fat Cork
Lot 2 – From Myron Redford’s Cellar
Oregon winemaking pioneer Myron Redford’s personal cellar is a veritable history of New World Pinot Noir. Planting his first vines in 1971 and founding Amity Vineyards in 1974, Myron has seen the Oregon wine industry grow from its infancy to the internationally renowned region it is today. In 1989, Oregon winemaking was still beginning to be discovered by many, though acclaim for the region was growing at a steady pace. This library selection offers you a taste of some of the wines that helped put Oregon Pinot Noir on the map, including the two remaining bottles of Myron’s 1989 Amity Vineyards Estate Winemaker’s Reserve—a wine that wine came in 11th in a French judging of Pinot Noirs from around the world, tied with Mondavi as the only American Pinot Noirs to place in the competition. Rounding out this collection are some bottles from our neighbors to the south, providing a comparison of what was assumed to be the benchmark of American Pinot Noir… at least until Oregon came onto the scene. • Two bottles of 1989 Amity Vineyards Estate Winemaker’s Reserve Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Cameron Willamette Valley Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Davidson Winery Umpqua Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Greenwood Ridge Vineyards Anderson Valley Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Kent Rasmussen Carneros Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Panther Creek Willamette Valley Pinot Noir (1st Release) • One bottle of 1989 Ponzi Vineyards Willamette Valley Reserve Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Red Hawk Willamette Valley Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Saga Vineyards Oregon Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Sea Ridge Sonoma Coast Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Van Duzer Willamette Valley Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir • One bottle of 1989 Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir Donated by Myron Redford
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Lot 3 — The Vintners Circle Collection
This extraordinary Pinot Noir offering is a 43-bottle collection with one large format bottle from each of our 2016 ¡Salud! Vintners Circle wineries: Adelsheim Vineyard—One magnum of 2013 Elizabeth’s Reserve Pinot Noir Alexana Winery—One magnum of 2014 Revana Vineyard Pinot Noir Amalie Robert Estate—One magnum of 2009 Amalie Robert Dijon Clones Pinot Noir ArborBrook Vineyards—One signed magnum of 2013 Origin 1866 Pinot Noir Archery Summit—One magnum of 2014 Arcus Estate Pinot Noir Ayoub Wines—One magnum of 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir Beaux Frères—One magnum of 2012 Beaux Frères Vineyard Pinot Noir Bergström Wines—One magnum of 2013 Bergström Vineyard Dundee Hills Pinot Noir Bethel Heights Vineyard—One three-liter bottle of 2000 Flat Block Pinot Noir Big Table Farm—One magnum of 2015 ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir Brittan Vineyards—One magnum of 2014 Basalt Block Pinot Noir Brooks Winery—One magnum of 2013 Janus Pinot Noir Chapter 24 Vineyards—One magnum of 2013 Last Chapter Pinot Noir Chehalem—One magnum of 2013 Reserve Pinot Noir Cristom Vineyards—One magnum of 2011 Eileen Vineyard Pinot Noir Dobbes Family Estate—One magnum of 2009 Joseph Dobbes Cuvée Exceptionnelle Pinot Noir Domaine Drouhin Oregon—One magnum of 2012 Laurène Pinot Noir Domaine Serene—One three-liter bottle of 2013 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir Dukes Family Vineyards—One three-liter bottle of 2013 ¡Salud! Cuvée Pinot Noir Dusky Goose—One magnum of 2012 Dundee Hills Pinot Noir Elk Cove Vineyards—One magnum of 2013 Roosevelt Pinot Noir Erath Winery—One three-liter bottle of Leland Pinot Noir Evening Land Seven Springs Estate—One magnum of 2013 La Source Pinot Noir Gran Moraine—One magnum of 2014 La Premiere Pinot Noir Hamacher Wines—One magnum of 2006 Pinot Noir Hyland Estates—One magnum of 2014 Pinot Noir Lange Estate Winery and Vineyards—One magnum of 2013 Three Hills Cuvée Pinot Noir Patricia Green Cellars—One magnum of 2014 Fifteenth Anniversary Cuvée Pinot Noir Penner-Ash Wine Cellars— One three-liter bottle of 2014 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir Ponzi Vineyards—One magnum of 2013 Pinot Noir Reserve R. Stuart & Co.—One magnum of 2014 Autograph Pinot Noir Raptor Ridge Winery—One magnum of 2013 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir Résonance—One magnum of 2015 Résonance Vineyard Pinot Noir ROCO Winery—One magnum of 2013 Stalker Pinot Noir Scott Paul Wines—One magnum of 2012 Audrey Pinot Noir Shea Wine Cellars—One magnum of 2015 Estate Pinot Noir Soléna Estate—One magnum of 2014 Domaine Danielle Laurent Pinot Noir Soter Vineyards—One magnum of 2010 Brut Rosé St. Innocent Winery—One three-liter bottle of 2014 Zenith Vineyard Pinot Noir Stoller Family Estate—One magnum of 2013 Reserve Pinot Noir Trisaetum—One magnum of 2013 Ribbon Ridge Pinot Noir WillaKenzie Estate—One magnum of 2012 Pierre Leon Pinot Noir Winderlea Vineyard & Winery—One magnum of 2014 Legacy Pinot Noir Donated by the 2016 ¡Salud! Vintners Circle Wineries
– 92 – Lot 4 — The Ultimate New Zealand Wine Experience for One Couple
Welcome to New Zealand, home of Villa Maria Estate, the iconic winery celebrating over 50 years of passionate winemaking, innovation, and family ownership. The winery was founded in 1961 by Sir George Fistonich, who remains the sole owner and CEO. An early pioneer in the New Zealand wine industry, Villa Maria has been at the forefront of innovation to help drive the exceptional level of wine quality for which the region is known. This pursuit of excellence has led Villa Maria to become New Zealand’s Most Awarded Winery, and also holds the title of New Zealand’s only most Admired Wine Brand in the world. During this once-in-a lifetime trip, you will have the unique opportunity to visit the two Villa Maria wineries on the North and South Island of New Zealand, as well as the small “cult” winery Esk Valley in Hawkes Bay. Your six night, seven day “Discover Villa Maria, New Zealand” VIP wine experience for one couple includes accommodations on both the North and South Islands, and VIP tours, tastings and lunches at each of the three Villa Maria wineries in Auckland, Marlborough, and Napier. During your time in Auckland, you will stay at a world class hotel right in the Viaduct Harbour within walking distance to a variety of cafés and bars along with all the activities and excitement Auckland has to offer. Once you arrive in Marlborough, the Sauvignon Blanc capital of the world, you will be treated to a day of sailing on the Marlborough Sound with a picnic lunch followed by an authentic Kiwi style barbeque right in the vineyards of Villa Maria in your very own apartment at the winery! A one-day trip up to Napier will give you an up close and personal view of the vineyards and daily life at Villa Maria. Tonight, take home a mixed case of Villa Maria’s signature wines from New Zealand’s iconic vineyards to begin indulging in your once and a lifetime wine experience courtesy of Villa Maria Estates! Package Includes: • Six nights’ accommodations for one couple in New Zealand: » Three nights in Auckland at Hotel Sebel » Two nights in Blenheim at the Villa Maria Apartment » One night Napier at Havelock North • Tours, tastings, and lunches at Villa Maria Auckland, Villa Maria Marlborough, and Esk Va l l e y • Breakfast and dinner each day, including an authentic Kiwi barbeque • Sailing on the Marlborough Sound with lunch hosted by Villa Maria • One mixed case of Villa Maria wines including three bottles each of 2015 Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc, 2014 Villa Maria Cellar Selection Pinot Noir, 2009 Villa Maria Reserve Pinot Noir, and 2013 Villa Maria Taylor’s Pass Pinot Noir Package Notes: Air travel to New Zealand is not included. Other activities or transportation costs outside of winery visits is not included. Transportation between the winery properties is included. Package is non-transferable and must be scheduled two months in advance on mutually agreed upon dates.
Donated by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Villa Maria Estates
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Lot 5 — TED Talks: Wine Country
The Cellar Crawl, a group of Oregon winemakers that have been working and tasting together for almost 20 years, invites you to join them for TED Talks: Wine Country. You and seven of your wine loving friends will go for a ride with Bethel Heights’ Ted Casteel in a Mercedes Sprinter van on a guided tour of the vineyards utilized in the 2014 and 2015 Yeast Experiment by Cellar Crawlers: Ted and Ben Casteel of Bethel Heights, Mike Etzel of Beaux Frères, Steve Doerner of Cristom, Ken Wright of Ken Wright Cellars, Lynn Penner-Ash of Penner-Ash Wine Cellars, and Laurent Montalieu of Soléna Estate After touring the vineyards, you will return and put your firsthand knowledge to work with a tasting of all 18 wines made from the vineyard sites you’ve just toured. The Cellar Crawl winemakers will be on hand to walk you through the tasting and the experiment. Following the tasting, enjoy some heavy appetizers provided by Red Hills Market, and finish the day with a stay at the Winery Lofts at Ken Wright Cellars where you can relax and reenergize before heading out to dinner at Cuvée where you can plan out your next day of touring through Oregon’s Wine Country. As a reminder of your TED Talk: Wine Country, the Cellar Crawl group will gift you with one complete set (18 wines) from the 2014 Yeast Experiment for you to take back and introduce all you friends to the fantastic trial conducted by this venerable group of winemakers. Package Includes: • Tour of the Cellar Crawl Yeast Experiment vineyards for eight people hosted by Te d C a s t e e l • Tasting of the 18 Yeast Experiment wines with the Cellar Crawl winemakers • Heavy appetizers provided by Red Hills Market • Dinner for eight people at Cuvée in Carlton • Overnight accommodations for eight people at the Winery Lofts at Ken Wright Cellars • One set of wines (18 bottles) from the 2014 Cellar Crawl Yeast Experiment Package Notes: To be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date by August 15, 2017. Winemaker attendance and accommodations depend upon availability.
Donated by Ted and Ben Casteel/Bethel Heights Vineyards, Mike Etzel/Beaux Frères, Steve Doerner/Cristom Vineyards, Ken Wright/Ken Wright Cellars, Lynn Penner-Ash/ Penner-Ash Wine Cellars, Laurent Montalieu/Soléna Estate, Red Hills Market, Cuvée Restaurant, and the Winery Lofts at Ken Wright Cellars
Lot 6 — Dinner for 12 at Little Bird Bistro with Gary Horner and Erath
Your party of 12 is invited to join Erath Winemaker, Gary Horner, for dinner on the mezzanine level at Little Bird. Gary Horner has been making wine in Oregon for more than twenty years, including 13 years at Erath, one of Oregon’s pioneering wineries. Like many Oregon winemakers, Burgundy has always been an inspiration for Gary, and through his winemaking, he strives to express the great diversity of terroirs across Oregon’s distinct growing regions. Little Bird is the “bistro” by the team behind Le Pigeon, two time James Beard Award winner Chef Gabriel Rucker and Wine Director Andy Fortgang. The food and ambiance
– 94 – are inspired by the bistros of Paris, but are Portland at heart. Your delightful evening will feature the eclectic, inventive French bistro fare that Little Bird is well known for. Each course will be expertly paired with wines from Erath and Burgundy. Tonight you will take home a trio of Erath three-liters. Package Includes: • Winemaker dinner for 12 people at Little Bird Bistro with Gary Horner • One three-liter bottle of 2014 Erath Leland Willamette Valley Pinot Noir • One three-liter bottle of 2014 Erath Prince Hill Dundee Hills Pinot Noir • One three-liter bottle of 2014 Erath Willakia Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir Package Notes: To be scheduled a minimum of two months in advance on a mutually agreeable date Monday – Thursday only; no weekends or holidays. Nontransferable.
Donated by Erath Winery Lot 7 — Dundee Hills Vintage Collection
This is the “must have” package for those of you who are Oregon Pinot Noir lovers and Dundee Hills aficionados. This rare wine collection consists of one bottle of 2013 Pinot Noir from each member of the Dundee Hills AVA—only 24 of these packages exist in the world and one has been reserved exclusively for ¡Salud!. Only the Dundee Hills AVA has created a package like this, and one can be yours tonight! In addition to this exquisite collection of wines, you will also be able to host your own Dundee Hills dinner party overlooking the Dundee Hills at the fabulous Native Flora winery. Denise and Scott Flora, owners of Native Flora, will create a dinner for you and five of your guests. And, to make it a real party, you will be joined by cult winemaker Patrick Reuter, and nationally acclaimed viticulturist Leigh Bartholomew, steward of Domaine Drouhin’s vineyards (among others). A spectacular dinner paired with Dundee Hills wines in the company of Dundee Hills wine experts sharing their perceptions, observations, and stories of the 2013 vintage with all of you. And finally, your group of six will not have far to travel after dinner, as you will be the guests of Stoller Family Estate for one night in one of the finest wine country houses in the Pacific Northwest. Complete with vineyard views, your cozy guest house is within walking distance of the Stoller winery and tasting room. Enjoy this one of a kind package from the Dundee Hills—along with the wines, food, and hospitality like only the Dundee Hills provides! Package Includes: • 2013 Dundee Hills Vintage Collection including one bottle of 2013 Pinot Noir from each of the 30 members of the Dundee Hills Winemakers Association • Winemaker dinner for six people at Native Flora with Patrick Reuter and Leigh Bartholomew • Overnight accommodations for six people in a guest house at Stoller Family Estate Package Notes: Wines are available for release now. Dinner at Native Flora and Stoller guest house to be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date by all parties and must be redeemed by December 31, 2017.
Donated by the 30 members of the Dundee Hills Winemakers Association, Leigh Bartholomew, Denise and Scott Flora/Native Flora, Patrick Reuter, and Stoller Family Estate
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Lot 8 — The Quintessential 45th Parallel Experience with Domaine Serene and Château de la Crée
The 45th Parallel is home to two of the most extraordinary wine growing regions in the world, Burgundy and the Willamette Valley. Your group of six will experience the Old World charm that inspired Ken and Grace Evenstad to make world-class wine during your visit to Château de la Crée and then see, first hand, the realization of their dream come true at Domaine Serene in Oregon. Your Burgundy Experience Includes: • Five nights’ accommodations for six people at Château de la Crée in Santenay, France • VIP Château de la Crée vineyard tour and tasting of wine from five appellations in the Côte de Beaune, including Pommard, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne- Montrachet, and Santenay • Tour of four ancient caves under the Château followed by a wine tasting of Château de la Crée wines • Continental breakfast every day at the Château, including freshly baked breads from the local boulangerie • Private tour of Cadus Tonnellerie • Tastings at famous Burgundian producers and new young rising stars, which may include Remoissenet, Joseph Drouhin, Alex Gambal, or Bruno Lorenzon to name a few • Concierge service to curate your experience—arrange for wine tastings, coordinate private tours at such places as Hospices de Beaune and Clos Vougeot, as well as schedule restaurant reservations Your Oregon Experience Includes: • Three nights’ accommodations at Domaine Serene for six people • Private, behind the scenes tour of Domaine Serene’s landmark five-level gravity flow winery to learn the intricacies of winemaking where you will see first-hand how ultra- premium, hand-crafted boutique wine is made • Seated private tasting of Domaine Serene single vineyard offerings of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay following the tour • Concierge service to assist you as you plan your trip to Oregon Wine Country by making restaurant reservations and winery appointments • Fully stocked guest house with specially selected wines, classic breakfast items, and charcuterie and cheese to enjoy during your stay Package Notes: Airfare to France and transfers are not included. Visit to France must be completed by November 12, 2017 on a mutually agreed upon date. Visits to other French producers are based on availability. Oregon experience must be redeemed within 18 months of purchase.
Donated by Grace and Ken Evenstad, Domaine Serene, and Château de la Crée
Lot 9 — Immortalize Your Best Friend and Make Your Dog the Talk of the Town!
Oregon’s been a world class wine region for nearly 50 years. Now, we’re also known as a Mecca for boutique breweries—and in our opinion, none any finer than what Rick Allen has created at Heater Allen in McMinnville. When Rick started the idea for the brewery he was living at the beach. When trying to come up with a name for his holiday beer, he pictured his dog coming back from the
– 96 – beach with her paws covered in sand. Thus the name Sandy Paws was born. Each year Heater Allen showcases a local dog on the label of their holiday beer, and in 2017, that dog could be your furry best friend! The lucky winner of this package can show their “best friend” just how special they are by displaying a professionally photographed picture of them on the Heater Allen Holiday Sandy Paws beer—a Baltic Porter, rich and malty with slightly spicy notes that’s perfect for aging and gets better year after year. Your furry pal will be immortalized on the beer label and beer taps all over town. Not only will you have bragging rights, you’ll also receive two cases of the 2017 Heater Allen Sandy Paws as part of this package to share with your friends and family. Finally, Rick Allen will personally host your party of eight during a tour and tasting at the Heater Allen Brewery in McMinnville. Afterwards, walk around the corner to McMinnville’s Historic Granary District for a beer focused dinner hosted in the Brittan and Winderlea winery tasting room. Don’t forget to bring that famous dog of yours to enjoy the experience too! Package Includes: • A photo of your dog as the 2017 Heater Allen Sandy Paws Holiday beer label • Two cases of the 2017 Heater Allen Sandy Paws Beer featuring your dog’s photo • Professional portrait session of your dog for the label by renowned photographer Carolyn Wells-Kramer • Tour and Tasting for eight people at the Heater Allen Brewery in McMinnville • Beer inspired dinner for eight people at the Brittan Vineyards and Winderlea Vineyard & Winery tasting room in McMinnville Package Notes: Photography session to take place at Carolyn Wells-Kramer’s studio in McMinnville or in a vineyard location in the greater Dundee Hills or McMinnville AVAs. Package components to be scheduled on mutually agreed upon dates.
Donated by Heater Allen, Brittan Vineyards, Carolyn Wells-Kramer Photography, Winderlea Vineyard & Winery
Lot 10 — ¡Salud! Founding Winery Dinner Series
25 years ago, a group of forward thinking winemakers—many among the first to ever produce wines in Oregon—came together to participate in a world-class wine event, the first of its kind in the state. Inspired loosely on the Hospices de Beaune auction, these wineries comprised the original ¡Salud! Vintners Circle, producing one-of-a-kind Pinot Noir cuvées in support of healthcare services for the seasonal vineyard worker population. Five lucky couples will have the opportunity to join these pioneering vintners for a unique series of winemaker dinners that will be exclusively offered at tonight’s silver anniversary celebration. Held one per season in 2017, dinner guests will be regaled with the tales and camaraderie that only decades of winemaking experience in this state can provide, warm wine country hospitality, and of course, bottles upon bottles of rare, library, and reserve wines—each helping to share a bit of the Oregon wine story with every sip. The ¡Salud! Founding Winery Dinner Series will be sold per couple and held on the following dates: • Saturday, February 25, 2017 at Sokol Blosser with Bethel Heights Vineyard, Erath Winery, and Domaine Drouhin Oregon
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• Saturday, April 22, 2017 at Elk Cove Vineyards with Amity Vineyards and Tu a l a t i n E s t a t e s • Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Adelsheim Vineyard with REX HILL and Panther Creek Cellars • Saturday, November 4, 2017 at Ponzi Vineyards with The Eyrie Vineyards, Cooper Mountain Vineyards, and Oak Knoll Winery Donated by Adelsheim Vineyard, Amity Vineyards, Bethel Heights Vineyard, Cooper Mountain Vineyards, Domaine Drouhin Oregon, Elk Cove Vineyards, Erath Winery, The Eyrie Vineyards, Oak Knoll Winery, Panther Creek Cellars, Ponzi Vineyards, REX HILL, Sokol Blosser, and Tualatin Estates
Lot 11 — Rhônes in the Rogue
Folin Cellars invites you to join them for a little culture and a little nature in the Rogue Valley of Southern Oregon . Your three night adventure will begin at the Folin Cellars estate winery and tasting room where you will be greeted with a vineyard and winery tour from winemaker Rob Folin. Here you will sample estate grown and produced wines from the barrel, bottle, and library cellar! Afterwards, you will be escorted to your guesthouse accommodations, located on the winery estate where you can enjoy the views, wildlife, and a ready to enjoy prepared alfresco style meal. The next day, you are invited to enjoy a leisurely morning on the winery grounds before embarking on the short drive to charming Ashland, Oregon. Tour the shops and restaurants of quaint downtown Ashland before visiting Caldera Brewery where you will sip on some of Oregon’s best microbrews and enjoy their brewery cuisine before tasking in one of the eleven plays offered by the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival. The following day will be filled with the sights and sounds of the Rogue River. Get ready for adventure as you take off on a guided jet boat tour of the Upper Rogue River. Winemaker Rob Folin will join you as you board the boats in a secluded area, just a few miles from the winery. Armed with fully loaded coolers, guests will get a riverside view of nearly 30 miles of the famous upper Rogue between Rattle Snake Rapids and the old Gold Rey Dam site. The small, agile boats explore previously inaccessible areas in the private Table Rock area. Following your boating excursion, your captain will deliver you to a private riverside luncheon were you will have ample time to enjoy the river views before being shuttled back to the guest house. Your trip will be topped off with a privately prepared meal under the stars at Folin Cellars. Featuring locally foraged and produced products, your meal will be paired with a variety of Folin Cellars wines, as well as some of their personal favorites. As a preview for you southern Oregon excursion, tonight take home a selection of some of the region’s finest wines. Package Includes: • Three nights’ accommodations including continental breakfasts for two couples at the Folin Cellars winery estate guest house in Gold Hill, Oregon • Reception and alfresco meal for four people at Folin Cellars • Lunch and beers for four people at Caldera Brewery in Ashland, Oregon • Four tickets to Oregon Shakespeare Festival • Rogue River Jet Boat Tour for four people with winemaker Rob Folin including riverside luncheon • Private winery dinner for four people
– 98 – To Ta ke Ho m e To n i g h t : • One bottle of 2000 Abacela Estate Merlot • One bottle of 2001 Soléna Woolridge Creek Applegate Valley Merlot • One bottle of 2013 Leah Jorgensen Cellars “Loiregon” Cabernet Franc • One bottle of Tryus Evan Del Rio Vineyard Cabernet Franc Package Notes: Date must be mutually agreed upon and scheduled in advance to coincide with Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Jet Boat season, and availability of Folin Cellars staffing and guest house. Oregon Shakespeare Festival performance choices based on availability.
Donated by Folin Cellars and William Neuhauser
Lot 12 — Christine Joy Painting
Christine Joy is a local artist and a recent graduate of George Fox University where she majored in studio art with a focus in painting. Art has always been her passion and a big part of her life. She has been painting ever since she could hold a paintbrush and is mostly self-taught. Living in the Northwest she is inspired daily to paint wildlife, mountains, and landscapes. Christine paints with oils, acrylics, and watercolors. Her artwork is a combination of impressionistic and realistic painting, and she uses thick textured paint to add dimension and interest. She believes that art should be beautiful and uplifting, and does her best to paint in a way that will bring joy to others. This original work of art has been painted by Christine during tonight’s event, and is available to the highest bidder searching for that special, one-of-a-kind piece to add to their collection.
Donated by Christine Joy Paintings
Lot 13 — ¡Salud! Salamanzar
This nine-liter, specially etched and hand-painted bottle is designed and crafted by Karlton Hahn of Xena Etched Graphics and will be filled by the Vintners Circle winery of your choice. This amounts to a full case of reserve quality Pinot Noir and will be a standout at your next special occasion.
Donated by Karlton Hahn/Xena Etched Graphics, Saxco International, and the ¡Salud! Vintners Circle winery of your choice
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For a quarter century, proceeds from ¡Salud! The Oregon Pinot Noir Auction has provided healthcare services to seasonal vineyard workers and their families. Tuality Healthcare’s ¡Salud! Services team is grateful for your support of this important project.
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