Table of Contents

It Started with a Vision 2 It Continues with a Promise Schedule of Events 4

Message From Philippe Dietz, 5 Head of School

Message From Tania and Stéphane Hauradou, 6 Soirée du Vin Co-Chairs

With Gratitude 8 Sponsors 9 Pouring Vintners 10 Guest Speaker 11

Donors 12 Menu 13 Important Auction Information 14 Conditions of Sale 16 Live Auction Lots 19 Advertisements 69 sound pedagogical values. Students become critical thinkers, risk- takers, open-minded collaborators and communicators who are From a humble past... ready to have a positive and lasting impact on the world. Our close-knit international community also allows our students to interact with and learn from teachers and students from countless diverse backgrounds. Foreign exchange trips reinforce cultural literacy, which promotes understanding, adaptability, diversity of thought, and a responsible international mindset.

Today, we have greater dreams and ambitions still, and with your generous support, we will continue to educate and nurture generations of disruptors and thought leaders with innate curiosity and diverse skillsets.

All proceeds from tonight’s Soirée du Vin will go towards ISTP’s Charlotte de Géry Endowment Fund. Named after our school’s founder, this endowment fund is in honor of her vision and the school’s humble beginnings. Contributions to this fund are used to support ISTP’s programs, which pave the way for a stronger and brighter future - spearheaded by individuals who believe in what is possible when we believe in building a better and more peaceful world through an international education.

Madame de Géry introduces the school’s first students to the Atari 400 (1979).

When Charlotte de Géry founded a small French-American school in Palo Alto in 1979, she had great faith in the transformative power of a bilingual education. She dreamed of helping students learn and explore through language, understanding that bilingualism is a gateway to developing multiple perspectives, problem-solving skills, and a sense of global responsibility.

Although Madame de Géry may never have envisioned the renowned international educational institution ISTP has become today, every step in our journey has been inspired by her founding spirit of discovery and wonder, and her belief in the life-changing power of the bilingual journey.

In the 38 years since our founding, we have added a Chinese program and International Middle School, expanding the dynamic bilingual education we offer to more students and more grades, and incorporating innovative technology, computer science, design thinking, and co-curricular programs. With each stage of evolution, ISTP continues to balance an innovative spirit with traditional and ... to an expansive future.. 2 3 SOIRÉE DU VIN Silicon Valley’s Premier Live Wine Auction Welcome Guests First, please join me in thanking our new co-chairs for the Soirée du Vin - Stéphane and Tania Hauradou. They graciously took on leadership roles for this event, and I am deeply grateful to them for their dedication and support.

This year’s theme of “Rouge et Blanc” is particularly captivating, as although we equalize the two with an “et (and)”, most people have a preference. The deep, heady, and robust nature of reds can certainly be seductive, while the clean, light, floral and / or fruity flavors of whites are generally less aggressive yet still complex. Personally, I am reluctant to cast my favor in either direction, because there is always a time, place, and Schedule pairing that lets each type of wine truly shine.

5:00 p.m. As you look through this booklet, I believe you Welcome & Registration Begins will be challenged to find only one auction Hors d’œuvres & Wine Tasting lot that will catch your eye. The wine lots are Workshop on Rosé of the World an enticing selection of outstanding reds and whites, while the non-wine lots are exciting and exclusive experiences. I encourage you to 6:30 p.m. bid high, as not only will you be receiving something for your wine library or Dinner an experience to share with loved ones, but you will also be supporting the primary reason why we are here: to support the International School of the Peninsula’s Charlotte de Géry Endowment Fund. 6:45 p.m. Guest Speaker When Madame de Géry first started our school with 9 students, her vision was Rob Jensen to provide the option of a bilingual and international education to the children of the Peninsula. Decades later, this same area is known globally as Silicon Testarossa Winery Valley, and now, more than ever, we understand the importance of providing future generations with a transformative international education. One that 7:00 p.m. encourages open-mindedness, curiosity, reflection, responsibility, and problem Live Auction solving skills - all with the end goal of taking action to better our world as a whole.

8:45 p.m. Participating in this event and giving to the Charlotte de Géry Endowment Check-Out Fund helps us to send more of these internationally-minded and innovative problem-solvers out into the world, effecting positive change.

Philippe Dietz Head of School 4 , 5 A As thelaVotre saying goes, the best wines are the ones Rose of the World we enjoy with friends, and! our 12th Annual Soirée du Vin, “Rouge et Blanc,” will offer you the opportunity to choose among exclusive wine lots such as a Château d’Yquem vertical, three magnum bottles of Merry Edwards, and a 2009 A Mini Workshop 6-liter Troplong-Mondot.

While you fill up your cave à vin, why not also indulge yourself and the ones you love with During the wine tasting hour, join Aurelia Setton, a parent at unique experiences such as a private tour and the International School of the Peninsula, as she leads you in a tasting of Ridge Vineyards or an unforgettable workshop on different varietals of rosé. getaway to Paris? You will have the opportunity to taste a selection of four rosé Soirée du Vin is a great opportunity for us, as a wines. Test your sense of smell and taste buds by matching and strong parent community, friends, and wine lovers identifying the origin and grape of the rosé. to raise funds to help the International School of the Peninsula in its pursuit of continued academic excellence. Beyond the Cheers and good luck! excellent bilingual education, we are proud to see our children evolve in a school that promotes multiculturalism and values of integrity and creativity. FUN FACT: Do you know how rosé is made? As parents of two elementary students and an alumna who graduated four years ago, we have witnessed ISTP’s desire to forge ahead and provide an The skins remain in contact with the pressed grape juice for a innovative, top-notch educational experience for our kids. During our time short period of time. The must - juice containing skins, seeds, at ISTP, we have seen a shift from the traditional classroom to the modern and stems - is pressed, and the pomace - solid remains - are classroom, as we look to the future to meet the challenges of tomorrow. In removed rather than left in contact through fermentation like in this spirit, we are confident that our future students will also benefit from this red winemaking. constant academic evolution toward excellence that our school strives for every day. The longer the skins are left in contact with the juice, the more intense the color of the final wine. This shorter maceration This event would not be possible without the generosity and commitment of period is the most common way to make rosé. time and energy of the Soirée du Vin committee members as well as the hard work of the Office of Advancement who always goes above and beyond. Our thanks would be incomplete if we did not give a special thank you to the wineries who have supported us for many years now, and to Rob Jensen, our special guest speaker from Testarossa Winery. Thank you to all!

Tonight, let’s make this evening a vintage edition to remember! Raise your glass to cheer, raise your paddle often, and bid without restraint or stay!

Winely yours, Tania and Stephane Hauradou, Co-Chairs 6 With Gratitude Sponsors We deeply thank the following for their commitment to ISTP.

Soirée du Vin Chairpersons Tania and Stéphane Hauradou

The Soirée du Vin Steering Committee Guillaume Bienaimé Sanjiv Narayan Patricia Colin Sujata Narayan Philippe Dietz Aurelia Setton Stéphane Hauradou Eric Setton Tania Hauradou Jeannette Shelton Dave Herrington Heather Wakelee Alex Meyer Kian Wright Wendy Wright Thank you to our gracious sponsors Volunteers for their generosity and support. Arnaud Cabanel Soirée du Vin would not be possible without them. Gavin Conway Jovi Craig Mathieu Farrugia Corporate Sponsors Kate Lussen JJ Buckley Jean-François Merckling Véronique Merckling K&L Wine Merchants Diane Morris Testarossa Winery Keith Quiggins Emily Warde Rosé Level Sponsor Kristine & Vincent Lui

A Special Thanks To Table Sponsors Mike Anderson Kevin Johnson Sophie & Daniel Bromberg Clyde Beffa John Modiri Renee & Tyrome Brown Jim Clendenen Olivier Picault Shirley Chou & Tony Cannon Philippe Dietz Greg Quiroga Sujata & Sanjiv Narayan Tom Fogarty Jr. Addison Rex Houda & Rami Rahim Rob Jensen Mark Vernon Aurelia & Eric Setton Heather Wakelee & Alex Meyer

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Pouring Vintners Guest Speaker We are excited to welcome the following vintners to Soirée du Vin. Please enjoy their wine during our wine tasting hour.

fourth generation NorthernA Californian, Rob Jensen developed a passion for winemaking: its past, present, and future through extensive travel to Europe’s great wine growing areas, combined with living in Italy during his university days. This fueled his interests and eventually led to the founding of Testarossa Winery.

Although Rob’s degree is in Electrical Engineering, he has studied grape growing, winemaking and chemistry at the renowned School of Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis.

Rob’s technical background, love of the arts, and business experience made it a natural for him to dive headlong into the wine business, an industry that is equal parts science and art.

10 11 Donors Wine Paired Menu Individuals Philippe Dietz Cindy Foo-Irissou & Bertrand Irissou Hors d’œuvres Tania & Stéphane Hauradou Vegetarian Spring Roll Laure de Marcellus Lampe Trisha Ma & Jeff Dejelo House Smoked Salmon on German Black Bread Sujata & Sanjiv Narayan Enjoy with offerings from our pouring vintners Aurelia & Eric Setton Jeannette Shelton & Dave Herrington TESTAROSSA WINE-PAIRED DINNER Wendy & Kian Wright Nicholas Yu & Chris Stevens First Course Businesses Grilled Prawns, Saffron Risotto Au Bon Climat Planet Wine Fennel, Petite Peas, Leeks, Tomato Confit BIRD DOG Restaurant Ridge Vineyards 2014 Château Guiraud “G” Bordeaux Blanc Sec Clif Family Winery Sequoia Grove Winery Deerfield Ranch Winery Sheraton Palo Alto Hotel Essentique Testarossa Winery Fisher Vineyards Thomas Fogarty Winery & Vineyards Main Course Gary Farrell Winery Twomey Cellars Slow Braised Beef Short Rib Lede Family Wines Zola Nadalié Parsley Potatoes, Glazed Carrots 2015 Doctor’s Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016 Fund-the-Future Donors Sophie & Daniel Bromberg Sevilcan Hodjeva & Ali Kutay Cheese Plate Renee & Tyrome Brown Karen & Cyrus Kianpour Trio of European Cheeses Clydene & Gary Bultman Sun Kim & Alan Pao Onaiza & Patrick Cadoret-Manier Michele Landry & Brad Vollmer Carla Carvalho & John Ratliff Yulin & Peter Lee Vivian Chen & Zack Hou Carolyn & Robert Lott Dessert Amie & Brian Clarke Lisa Mitsunaga & Edward Cheng Caramel Almond Pear Torte Iris Colon & Paul Meyer Laila Munif-Salahieh & Amr Salahieh Almond Genoise, Caramel Mousse, Pear Compote Carrie Coltman & Bruce Arthur Trinity Nguyen & Paul Allam Patricia Cheng & Kathryn Curry Jean & Brent Sapiro 2014 Novitiate Brother Korte Cuvee Black Muscat Madeleine DeCorwin & Denis Martin Jeannette Shelton & David Herrington Myra Flores & Scott Pribble Sonia Soo & Alan Seem Margaret Foley-Mauvais & Houda & Rami Rahim Please note that this menu contains nuts Arnaud Mauvais Katherine & Lief Tsai Cindy Foo-Irissou & Bertrand Irissou Sabrina Tsao and/or traces of nuts. François Guèdenet Trudy Vanhove & Olivier Lauzeral Vegetarian option upon request. Lara & Ross Hangebrauck Heather Wakelee & Alex Meyer Tania & Stéphane Hauradou Wendy & Kian Wright Betty Ho & Stephen Kim Jessica & Bertrand Yansouni Sabrina & Marty Hodgett

12 13 conditions as found. Important Information Throughout the evening, all of your purchases will be recorded on your personal ExpressCheck account the School has set up for you. General Auction Information Please carefully read the descriptions of the auction items listed in this Live Auction booklet. Some items may contain special conditions, limitations or other The Live Auction begins at 7:00 p.m. A list of the Live Auction items are information that is important for you to be aware of, such as expiration dates provided in this booklet. This booklet serves as your bidding “paddle.” Your and limitations. bidding number is on the last page of the booklet.

All items are sold “as is.” All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds are To bid on an item, please raise your booklet, showing your bidding number possible. All items are non-transferable. to the auctioneer. During the Live Auction, the highest bidder will be acknowledged by the auctioneer as the purchaser of the auction item. This The International School of the Peninsula has made no independent acknowledgement constitutes a binding contract to purchase the auction item. investigation of the value or quality of any of the professional services or tangible items offered as auction items. Your Auction ID Number Your assigned bidding number for Soirée du Vin is on the back of this booklet. The monetary values of the auction items are estimates only and are not You must use your bidding number to bid. warranted for tax purposes or general value. The payment of an auction item in excess of fair market value may provide the purchaser an income Payment and Checkout at the Soirée du Vin tax deduction. If you make any purchases, you will receive a receipt. On the With ISTP’s ExpressCheck system, your auction purchases will be tallied and receipt we will list the donor’s estimated fair market value of the item, the added to your “account” throughout the evening as you bid. Here’s how it amount paid for the item and the difference, if the amount paid exceeds the works: fair market value. Please contact your tax advisor for further tax information. Before Soirée du Vin: Dates for services, trips, private dinners, etc. are to be arranged between If you didn’t sign up for ExpressCheck when you registered, you will need to the purchaser and the auction donor. The buyer is responsible for initiating sign up for ExpressCheck when you arrive at Soirée du Vin. To complete the contact with the donor to arrange mutually-agreeable times. Unless otherwise ExpressCheck process, you will need to provide us with a check or credit card specified, all auction items and services must be used by September 23, 2018. number (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express). Gift certificates are not redeemable for cash. The auctioned activities, services and products are not sponsored or endorsed by the International School of At Soirée du Vin: the Peninsula. The International School of the Peninsula accepts no liability or 1. Once the auction has closed, we will tally your purchases and generate responsibility for any activities, services of products purchased at the auction, a detailed receipt for you. including, but not limited to, failure of delivery, failure of performance and/or 2. Prior to leaving Soirée du Vin, you will need to check out at the cashier’s claims of personal injury or property damage. table. We will provide you with your detailed receipt. 3. If no purchases are made at Soirée du Vin, your credit card information Donated Properties: When a winning bidder purchases the use of a donor’s will be destroyed. property, the winning bidder/purchaser is responsible for any property damages caused by or resulting from the purchaser’s or the purchaser’s guests’ Photo Use or invitees’ use of the property. Unless otherwise specified, transportation By attending Soirée du Vin, you recognize that all photos taken at the event to and from a donated property is not included; no smoking is permitted; are the property of the International School of the Peninsula and may be used no pets allowed; winner is responsible for toll and long distance telephone for marketing or advertisement. calls; winner is responsible for cleanup and leaving accommodations in same

14 15 Conditions of Sale

The items listed for purchase in this catalog, as may be amended by 6. All auction items must be removed from the premises by the Buyer on addendum or announcement, will be offered for sale by the International October 8, 2017. If the Buyer fails to fully comply with all the applicable School of the Peninsula (ISTP) on the following terms and conditions. conditions herein, in addition to other remedies available to ISTP by law, including without limitation, the right to hold the Buyer liable for 1. All items are sold “as is.” ISTP does not make any express or implied the final bid price, ISTP at its option may either: warranties or representations of any kind or nature with respect to the a. Cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made item or its value. In no event shall ISTP be responsible for or be deemed by the Buyer, or to have made any representation or warranty of merchantability, b. Resell the property for the account of and at the risk of the Buyer, description, genuineness, attribution, provenance or condition either publicly or privately, and in such event the Buyer shall be liable concerning the item, and no statement in the catalog, at the sale, in the for the payment of any deficiency plus all costs of resale and incidental bill of sale, in the invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty, damages. representation or assumption of liability by ISTP. ISTP shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the sale of any 7. Payment may be made with cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American item. Express, or personal check. All checks should be made payable to the “International School of the Peninsula.” 2. The auctioneer and ISTP reserve the right to withdraw any lot or to combine lots at any time before actual sale. 8. Payment must be made and Buyer must have an auction receipt before taking possession of the purchase. 3. Unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer at the time of sale, all bids are per lot as numbered in the printed catalog and addendum. 9. Dates for services, trips, vacation homes and any other items, which must be used on a particular date or dates, are to be arranged by mutual 4. Prices listed for auction are intended to be the fair market value based agreement between donor and Buyer. If Buyer has difficulty scheduling on the donor’s estimate of the approximate retail value or the low range such items, please call ISTP at (650) 251-8502. Unless otherwise of an appraised value. For live auction items, there will be a confidential specified, any such auction item MUST be used prior to September 23, reserve price, below which the auctioneer will not accept a bid and will 2018. retain the lot on behalf of ISTP.

5. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the Buyer. The auctioneer has the right to reject any bid and to advance the bid at the auctioneer’s sole discretion and, in the event of any dispute between bidders, to determine the successful bidder or to re-offer and resell the article in dispute. Should there be any dispute after the sale, the record of final sale shall be conclusive. Upon the auctioneer deeming the lot to be sold to the Buyer, the Buyer assumes full risk and responsibility for the lot and may be required to sign a confirmation of purchase, supply his name and address and pay the full purchase price. If the Buyer fails to comply, the lot may at the auctioneer’s discretion be put up for bidding and re-sold.

16 17 Live Auction

Lot 1 Cheers! 20 Lot 2 Indulge in Clos de l’Oratoire 21 Lot 3 Estate Tasting at the Deerfield Ranch 22 Lot 4 Red and White Châteauneuf-du-Pape Dozen 23 Lot 5 Santa Barbara Wine Experience 24 Lot 6 Old World vs. New World 26 Lot 7 A Taste of the 19th Century 27 Lot 8 First Bordeaux of the Century 28 Lot 9 Courtside with the Golden State Warriors 30 Lot 10 Yquem Verticale: Taste the Evolution of a Legend 33 Lot 11 A Picturesque Wine Retreat on Howell Mountain in Napa Valley 34 Lot 12 Exquisite Right and Left Bank Bordeaux 36 Lot 13 Into the Groove 38 Lot 14 Uncommon Caymus 40 Lot 15 The Best of the Médoc 41 Lot 16 Chef Dietz’s Special Cheese Discovery Dinner 42 Lot 17 Merry Edwards Pinot: California’s Female Winemaking Pioneer 43 Lot 18 Château Latour Magnum 44 Lot 19 Exclusive Window into Women’s Napa Wineries 46 Lot 20 Great White Burgundies 49 Lot 21 A Sequel to the Judgment of Paris 50 Lot 22 Celebrate Your Natural Beauty 51 Lot 23 Exceptional Single-Vineyard Tour and Tasting at Ridge Vineyards 52 Lot 24 Old World Gold and New World Red 54 Lot 25 Fund-the-Future 55 Lot 26 Kistler’s Reds and Whites 57 Lot 27 Thomas Fogarty Winery Meets Zola 58 Lot 28 Rouge et Or 2005 60 Lot 29 A Week-Long Parisian Getaway 62 Lot 30 Celebrate Life! Château Troplong-Mondot Imperial 64 Lot 31 Signature Red and White DuMOL 65 Early in his career, Italian fashion designer Lot 32 Where East Meets West: Multi-Course Wine-Paired Dinner 66 Valentino (who shares a name with an Lot 33 An Elegant Dessert Course with Sauternes 68 Italian grape variety) quickly gained recognition for his gorgeous red dresses, in a shade that is now widely known as “Valentino red.” 19 Indulge in Cheers! 1 2 Clos de l’Oratoire

hampagne, the worldwide drink of celebrations, will make this spectacular night ake a splash at your next dinner party with this enticing 3L double Ceven more enjoyable! Treat your table with two chilled bottles of the incomparable Mmagnum of 2005 Clos de l’Oratoire. Dom Pérignon vintage champagne, served tableside, complete with a tray of 10 glasses, ready to share! Hailing from the Saint-Émilion region of Bordeaux, the 2005 vintage was awarded 2005 Dom Pérignon a 93 point rating from Wine Advocate. The bottle features flavors that are almost Quantity: 2 impossible to resist – “think of a chocolate fudge ice cream sundae drizzled with Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors coffee, crème de cassis, and blackberry liqueur.” It is a full-bodied, inky-purple wine that can be drunk now or cellared for 15 years or more. Opening Bid: $200

Your dinner guests will surely be grateful to indulge in this alluring wine, and at the 3L size, there will be more than enough to share.

2005 Clos de l’Oratoire (Double Magnum) Quantity: 1

Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors

Opening Bid: $300

20 21 Estate Tasting at Red and White 3 the Deerfield Ranch 4 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Dozen

eerfield Ranch Winery is an award winning, certified organic producer f the many Rhône appellations, Châteauneuf-du-Pape stands above the rest as Dmaking small lots of handcrafted wine. Specializing in blended wines, Deerfield is Oone of the most celebrated in the world. at the forefront of this modern yet traditionally based style and on the cutting edge of California winemaking techniques. This lot offers you a dozen of the finest bottles from Domaine Chante Cigale in Châteauneuf-du-Pape – 6 red and 6 white. While the region’s reds are well known, You and five guests are invited for an estate tasting with Winemaker Robert Rex, in it is quite unusual to come across a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape. With 6 bottles of his home at the Deerfield Ranch, overlooking Sonoma Mountain and the Valley of both, you will have the perfect opportunity to host a dinner (or several!) comparing the Moon. Enjoy several renowned Deerfield wines while you learn about the shapes red with white. of the flavors of different grape varietal, the subtleties derived from blending and more. Luxuriate under the majestic oaks, and enjoy a unique sensory experience that The 2005 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Chante Cigale is a beautiful red wine that comes is much more than the average tasting. to you already aged and in its prime. It is bold, exuberant, and full-bodied with impressive levels of fruit mixed with ground pepper and roasted herb flavors. Deerfield wines are renowned for their brilliant colors, rich and wonderfully complex flavors and a long finish. They tend to be fruit forward, with gentle tannins The 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc Chante Cigale is a distinctive white made and low acid. The wines are crafted to appeal to the new, younger wine drinker while from equal parts Bourboulenc, Clairette, Grenache Blanc, and Roussanne grapes. exhibiting complexity and depth that a studied wine connoisseur will recognize and It is medium-bodied and fresh, with intense peach, spice, and mint flavors, and it is enjoy. enjoyable now.

The winner will take home six bottles of the winery’s flagship Meritage blend Taste the best in Old World red and white – this Châteauneuf-du-Pape dozen will “DRX” signed by the winemaker. The Deerfield Ranch eXceptional bottles are made not disappoint. exclusively from Bordeaux varietal grapes.

2005 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Chante Cigale 1999 Deerfield Ranch Winery, DRX Meritage (Bordeaux Blend) Quantity: 6 Signed by Robert Rex Quantity: 6 2015 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc Chante Cigale Quantity: 6 Inclusions: · VIP tasting for six (6) with winemaker Robert Rex at Deerfield Ranch Winery Donor: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors

Limitations: Opening Bid: $225 · Subject to date availability · Does not include airfare, ground transportation, meals or lodging

Donor: Robert Rex & Deerfield Ranch Winery

Opening Bid: $800

22 23 To top it off, the winner will take home a selection of 4 magnums from ABC’s elite Santa Barbara Wine 2014 Blue Series. This is a treat of a Experience lifetime! 2014 Au Bon Climat Chardonnay “Nuits-Blanches au Bouge - Peerless 5 Santa Maria Valley (Magnum) Quantity: 1

2014 Au Bon Climat “Hildegard” Blended White (Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Aligoté) Santa Maria Valley (Magnum) Quantity: 1

2014 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir “Knox Alexander” Santa Maria Valley (Magnum) Quantity: 1

2014 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir “Isabelle” California (Magnum) Quantity: 1

Inclusions: · Two couples will enjoy: · 2-night stay at Jim Clendenen’s ranch house, Rancho La Cuna · 3 bedrooms, magnificent living area, chef’s kitchen im Clendenen, affable winemaker and owner of Au Bon Climat, offers you an · Private tour of Au Bon Climat Jexclusive wine experience at his (rarely open to the public) Santa Maria winery Winery (not usually open to the located in the beautiful Bien Nacido Vineyard. public) and barrel tasting · Gourmet luncheon prepared by Jim Au Bon Climat wines are beloved by the few who are lucky enough to say they Clendenen know them well. Tasting wine out of the barrel is a privilege usually reserved for the winemaker and his team—and thus an opportunity that would strike envy in the Limitations: winery’s seasoned supporters. · Accommodates up to four adults · Lunch needs to be scheduled on a weekday (Friday okay) After gaining an insider’s view of the winery, you’ll sit down with Jim and the winery · A minimum of 8 weeks advance notice to schedule your visit to make it the best staff for a gourmet lunch prepared by the winemaker himself and featuring an possible experience extensive collection of ABC wines. Utilizing Jim’s expansive garden, it is truly a farm- · Redeem by November 2018 to-table experience. As you partake, Jim will graciously share with you his insight · Does not include airfare, ground transportation, meals (except for the one lunch into the art of his craft, reflecting on the journey of the wines from barrel to bottle. prepared by Jim Clendenen)

This year, adding to an already highly coveted lot, Jim invites you for a two night Donors: Jim Clendenen & Au Bon Climat stay at his Rancho La Cuna, located in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country. The spacious ranch house sits on a bluff of his 100 acre estate with majestic views Opening Bid: $1,000 overlooking the valley and his vineyards. It offers three bedrooms, a magnificent living area, and a kitchen that is every chef’s dream. Use as a launch pad to explore the area or just sit back and relax.

24 6 Old World vs. New World 7 A Taste of the 19th Century

t your next dinner party, enjoy both the tradition and excellence of ABordeaux and the freshness and creativity of the Napa Valley, as you compare and contrast the tastes of the Old and New Worlds.

Similar in age and both made with Cabernet grapes, the 2004 Dunn Vineyards and 2005 Château Grand-Puy Lacoste are the perfect bottles to oppose, as you can more clearly experience the differing terroirs on your palate. At the larger 1.5L Magnum size, these bottles are perfect for sipping together throughout dinner.

The 2004 Dunn Cabernet hails from one of the premier wine-makers in California. It is a very rare, sought-after bottle with blackberry, black currant, and licorice aromas, impressive richness and purity, and sweeter tannins. At 13 years old, this wine is just becoming approachable. It can be drunk now or cellared for 20-25 years.

The 2005 Château Grand-Puy Lacoste is in the same vein as the Dunn. Head of School ucked away in the hills above downtown Los Gatos is California’s fourth Philippe Dietz calls the bottle “a delight – very sweet and fruity for a Bordeaux.” This Toldest continuously operating winery house, the Novitiate, a home to the Testarossa is a beautiful wine that will continue to drink well for 15 years. Winery. Built in 1888 by Northern Italian Jesuit Fathers and Brothers, the beautiful grounds of this historic property is the perfect setting for your next social gathering. Don’t miss this chance to experience the delicious fruits of the Cabernet grape, in both their Old World and New World expressions. Proprietor Rob Jensen, whose passion for winemaking developed through extensive travels to Europe’s winegrowing regions, will guide you and nine guests on a tour through Testarossa’s 19th century winery. Revel in old-world charm as you enter The 2004 Dunn Vineyards (Magnum) Cave, a cool, dimly lit stone room adorned with images of the winery’s rich history. Quantity: 1 Your experience will not stop there. On completion of the tour, relax in the cellar 2005 Château Grand-Puy Lacoste (Magnum) for a luncheon prepared by Testarossa’s culinary team, paired with special Testarossa Quantity: 1 wines.

Donor: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors Inclusions: · Tour of the 19th century Novitiate Winery for 10 guests with Testarossa’s proprietor Opening Bid: $400 Rob Jensen · Wine-paired luncheon prepared by Testarossa’s culinary team for all guests

Limitations: · Accommodates up to ten (10) people · Does not include airfare, ground transportation, or lodging

Donor: Rob Jensen & Testarossa Winery

Opening Bid: $1,000 26 27 First Bordeaux of 8 the Century

rance’s Bordeaux region produces so many of the world’s most iconic reds Fthat the term “Bordeaux” is almost synonymous with fine red wine.

The region has been producing wine continuously since the Romans introduced viticulture in the 1st century, and today Bordeaux is divided into 60 different wine- growing appellations.

These three magnums, all from the excellent 2000 vintage, embody the spirit of Bordeaux, while also expressing the complexities of their 3 different source appellations – Margaux, St. Emilion, and Pomerol.

The 2000 Château Labegorce offered here is the epitome of a Margaux. It is a cabernet-based, perfumed wine with a delicate, light and fresh taste.

The 2000 Clos de l’Oratoire from St. Emilion, on the other hand, is made from merlot grapes, resulting in a bottle that “exhibits lots of black currants, cherries, smoked herbs, and spice in a full-bodied, round, generous, fully mature style” (Robert Parker).

Finally, the 2000 Château La Grave à Pomerol, also merlot-based, is full-bodied, with refined tannins and aromas of freshly cut flowers and berries.

Each of these magnums offers a delicate taste of the Bordeaux region, and all are eminently drinkable today.

2000 Château Labergorce (Magnum) Quantity: 1

2000 Clos de l’Oratoire (Magnum) Quantity: 1 The world’s biggest red wine consumers are

2000 Château La Grave à Pomerol (Magnum) the Chinese, who drank a record 155 million Quantity: 1 9-litre cases of red wine in 2013. Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors Opening Bid: $300 However, the country that drinks the most wine per capita is The Vatican, with 74 liters per capita per year, which is about 99 bottles of 75cl annually! 28 source: wiine.me Courtside with the 9 Golden State Warriors

his is your opportunity to watch the Golden State Warriors, champions of the T2016-2017 season, with 2 courtside seats at Oracle Arena!

You and a guest will see many of the NBA’s best players up close with center court seats, just three rows from the floor behind the scorer’s table. While the monitors’ statistics might pique your curiosity, you’ll want to keep your eyes on the players’ bench. You will be seated just a few feet away from Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, Kevin Durant, Draymond Green, and Zaza Pachulia – talented players who will provide you with a high-energy, high-scoring game!

Feel the frenzy of the entire arena reverberate in the loudest home court that is the Roaracle. Let ‘em know it’s Warriors Ground!

Inclusions: · 2 courtside tickets to a regular season Golden State Warriors game at Oracle Arena · Seats are center court, 3 rows from the floor behind the scorer’s table · Includes access to the courtside club and in-seat waiter service · VIP valet parking included

Limitations: · Winner selects one of these games from the 2017-2018 season: Wednesday, October 25, 2017 v Toronto Raptors Friday, October 27, 2017 v Washington Wizards Sunday, October 29, 2017 v Detroit Pistons Monday, November 6, 2017 v Miami Heat

Donors: Trisha Ma & Jeff Dejelo

Opening Bid: $900

30 31 Yquem Verticale: Taste 10the Evolution of a Legend

ake home your very own legendary Château d’Yquem – “liquid gold” – one Tof the most celebrated wines in the world, and one of our most coveted offerings each year.

Yquem is the world’s most revered Sauternes because the Château’s centuries-old vineyards are uniquely susceptible to “noble rot,” resulting in a wine of unparalleled complexity, concentration, and sweetness, balanced by a relatively high acidity.

Many wine lovers dream of tasting this golden Sauternes just once in their lives, but tonight you have the very rare chance to acquire a 3-bottle Yquem verticale.

The 1999, 2003, and 2008 vintages are all outstanding representatives of the essence of Yquem. Gather some lucky friends for an epic tasting night, and experience the nuances of each vintage and the evolution of Yquem over nearly two decades. Serve with foie gras for the classic Yquem pairing.

You can also choose to cellar one or more bottles – Yquem is renowned for its longevity, and a bottle can keep and continue to develop over a century or more!

1999 Château d’Yquem Quantity: 1

2003 Château d’Yquem Quantity: 1

2008 Château d’Yquem Quantity: 1 Red roses are a universal symbol for love and Donor: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors romance; reflecting beauty and perfection. Opening Bid: $750 They are a way to say, “I love you.” White roses, the purest of colors, represent innocence and charm. White roses are traditionally used in weddings. source: passiongrowers.com 33 bottle(s) and some local market items. Your house’s beautiful kitchen and outdoor patio is a perfect way to wrap up your day in true Napa style. Just as the sun sets and A Picturesque Wine Retreat invites the refreshing chill of the mountain air, turn your attention to the night sky as you melt in the warm glow of the outdoor fire pit, or the steaming waters of the on Howell Mountain property’s hot tub. Prepare to retire to the comforts of your bed for a peaceful night’s sleep like never before.

11 Winner will also take home one bottle each of the following wine.

2013 Kit’s Killer Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain, Clif Family Winery Quantity: 1

2015 Gary’s Improv Zinfandel, Howell Mountain, Clif Family Winery Quantity: 1

2015 Viognier Clif Family Winery Quantity: 1

Inclusions: · Two-night stay at Clif Family Winery’s Cold Springs Estate guest house for up to eight people · 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms · Private wine and food pairing on site with estate manager, Mike Anderson · Conceirge services for two days of tasting appointments offered by Mike Anderson

Limitations: · Expires October 8, 2018 · Must be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date · Transportation, meals, and airfare not included

Donor: Clif Family Winery Opening Bid: $2,200

owell Mountain is home to a rich tapestry of rolling hills and microclimates Hthat produce some of the best wines in Napa. Nestled among the top of this mountain, amid a sprawling five-acres of Sauvignon Cabernet vines, sits a charming craftsman guest house, your home base to an authentic Napa Valley retreat.

The delightful Clif Family Winery’s Cold Springs Estate embraces the heart of wine country, with every bit of luxurious authenticity. In this stylish 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom guesthouse with its signature artisan aesthetic, your party of six will wake up to the quiet mumblings of nature that extend along 22 acres of this gorgeous winemaker’s property. Languish the morning hours away in the timeless ambience of your verdant surroundings, but remember you are in Napa and there are tastings to be had!

Start your day with Clif Family Winery estate manager, Mike Anderson, as he guides you through his choice of estate wine with their very own Clif kitchen pairings. Mike will share his extensive knowledge of the region, and if you’d like, he will book your tasting appointments at the best of Napa’s boutique wineries. Explore the valley to your heart’s content, but don’t forget to retire to your guesthouse with your favorite

34 vintage…a wonderfully pure, stunning wine that will drink well for the next 20-25 years.” Exquisite Right and Left Bank Bordeaux The 2005 Léoville Las Cases is considered one of the greatest wines made by the estate in the last 30 years. It is full-bodied, with great concentration and purity, and drinkable now. However, it could also age for a half-century or more. 12 The 2005 Giscours is also a fine left bank Bordeaux, earning 93 points from Wine Spectator.

The 3 bottles from the right bank are fine representatives of their source as well. The 2005 Château Beau-Séjour Bécot is full-bodied, powerful, and rich, with flavors of blackberry, cherry, and sweet tobacco.

The 2005 La Gaffeliere was awarded 96 points by Parker, and he calls it “the finest La Gaffeliere I have ever tasted – fabulously deep and full-bodied as well as ethereal and exceptionally elegant.”

Finally, the 2005 Château Pavie is a very special treat, awarded an incredible 100 points by Robert Parker. It is beautiful, intense, and full-bodied, and offers you a rare chance to savor a 100 point bottle!

Don’t hesitate – these 6 bottles of the finest Bordeaux from the exceptional 2005 vintage are yours for the taking!

2005 Château Palmer Quantity: 1

2005 Château Léoville Las Cases Quantity: 1

2005 Château Giscours Quantity: 1

2005 Château Beau-Séjour Bécot Quantity: 1

he Bordeaux region is famously divided by the Gironde estuary into left and 2005 Château La Gaffeliere Tright banks, each side with a distinct terroir. The left bank is dominated by Cabernet Quantity: 1 Sauvignon grapes, and its gravel and limestone soils produce wines that are ripe for aging. The right bank, on the other hand, grows mainly Merlot, and produces wines 2005 Château Pavie that are considered smoother and drinkable sooner. Quantity: 1

This lot offers you 6 bottles of exquisite 2005 Bordeaux – 3 hailing from the left bank, and 3 from the right – so you can taste the best each bank has to offer, and savor all Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors the complexities of the Bordeaux region. Opening Bid: $800 The 3 bottles from the left bank – Château Palmer, Château Léoville Las Cases, and Château Giscours – are from some of the most prestigious châteaux in their respective appellations.

Robert Parker calls the 2005 Palmer “one of the greatest efforts of this superlative

36 37 bangles, colorful headbands, and hair scrunchies. Your hosts will also provide 80s band t-shirts. Most importantly, complete your 80s ensemble with the provided hair and makeup artist who will blow-dry and style your hair as well as apply 80s-inspired Into the Groove makeup! To top it all off, a photographer will be on site to capture your best moments. It’s not just a dance party, it’s a way to share our love of this era and its music. Don’t forget to wake me up before you go-go because this is one party we don’t want to 13 miss! Inclusions: · 80s dance party in the home of ISTP parents Wendy and Kian Wright · For up to 40 guests, including hosts · 80s inspired drinks, light appetizers, and accessories · 80s band t-shirts · Hair and makeup stylist provided for first 2 hours · Photographer provided

Limitations: · Must be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date

Donors: Cindy Foo-Irissou & Bertrand Irissou, Sujata & Sanjiv Narayan, and Wendy & Kian Wright

Opening Bid: $2,000

rom the kickoff of MTV’s first broadcast in 1981 to the creation of the World FWide Web in 1989, the radical decade of the 80s continues to permeate today’s popular culture. Timeless music and dance moves. Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran. Michael Jackson and Madonna. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and Dirty Dancing. Prominent silhouettes of big hair, broad shoulders, narrow bottoms and pointy toes.

Satisfy your 80s nostalgia with an 80s-themed celebration in the home of ISTP parents Wendy and Kian Wright! Enjoy 80s-style drinks and light appetizers while you dance the night away under a disco ball, strobe lights, lasers, and a fog machine. Three party DJs, including vinyl aficionados and ISTP dads, Bertrand Irissou and Sanjiv Narayan, will be spinning dance music from their massive record collection of over a thousand albums on two classic Technics SL1200 turntables throughout the night. Get ready to sing fervently to Soft Cell’s Tainted Love and all the top hits from the 80s. New Order, OMD, Wham!, Pet Shop Boys, Depeche Mode, The Cure, you name it!

Rock your best 80s outfit to the party, then accessorize upon arrival with neon

38 14 Uncommon Caymus 15 Best of the Medoc

he Médoc sub-region lies on the Left Bank of the Gironde Estuary that Tdivides the Bordeaux wine region, and is devoted exclusively to the production of red wine.

The special character of Médoc wines is often attributed to the area’s exceptional soils – made of the gravel, clay, and sand mixture known as sol de grav.

Here we present two of the best reds the Médoc region has to offer – one from the Saint-Estèphe appellation, and one from the neighboring Margaux.

The 2003 Château Montrose from Saint-Estèphe earned 97 points from Robert Parker. He describes it as “a superb, huge, ripe wine” with “a dense black/purple color in addition to an extraordinary bouquet of scorched earth, blackberries, and cassis.” The bottle is becoming approachable now, but it will only get better and better over the next 20 years. e are very lucky to have secured 6 rare bottles from Caymus Vineyards, Wone of Napa Valley’s oldest winemakers. These unusual 1L bottles are bigger than The 2004 Château Lascombes is a blend of 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, a standard bottle but smaller than a magnum, and they would make a great special and 5% Petit Verdot grapes. It has a deep blue/purple hue, and a sweet perfume addition to any collection. of blueberries, cherries, incense, smoke, and spring flowers. With more depth and body than most of the 2004 vintage, this Margaux is just reaching its peak, and will Caymus Vineyards Cabernet expresses the best of what a California red can become. remain excellent through 2025 or longer. The 2013 vintage boasts the ripe, plump, opulent style of Cabernet Sauvignon that Caymus is known for. It has outstanding body and heaps of juicy blackberry and With 6 bottles of each Médoc Bordeaux in this lot, you can look forward to tasting blackcurrant fruit, low acidity, and a high natural alcohol content. the best of the region for months or even years to come.

With a half-dozen bottles in this lot, you can look forward to many moments of savoring this enticing Cabernet. 2003 Château Montrose Quantity: 6

2013 Caymus Vineyards Cabernet (1 L) 2004 Château Lascombes Quantity: 6 Quantity: 6

Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors

Opening Bid: $350 Opening Bid: $1,200

40 41 Merry Edwards Pinot: Chef Dietz’s Special California’s Female 16 Cheese Discovery Dinner 17 Winemaking Pioneer

hilippe Dietz is no ordinary Head of School. He is also a man of exquisite Pgourmet tastes, who carefully curates the wine collection for Soirée du Vin, and who in his spare time, creates culinary masterpieces in the kitchen. When you combine all these talents, you end up with a world-class meal prepared for you and n this lot, we offer three magnums from a legend of California winemaking – seven friends in your home. IMerry Edwards. Before Edwards earned her first winemaking position in the 1970s, female winemakers were virtually unheard of, and her 5-decades long career has

paved the way for future generations of women in the industry. Philippe will carefully craft a menu that will take you on a culinary journey featuring one of wine’s most beloved partners - fromage. Each course will feature dishes In 1997, Merry founded Merry Edwards Winery in the Russian River Valley, where prepared with different savory cheeses. Each dish will in turn be thoughtfully paired she could practice the terroir-driven, site-specific viticulture she loved. Their with wines that will enhance the meal, and help create a delicate and delicious holdings have expanded over time, and the winery now farms 64 acres of pinot culinary tapestry of food, cheese, and wine. grapes, which may explain why Merry is sometimes called the “Queen of Pinot.”

You do not want to miss out on this culinary These three 1.5 liter magnums, all from the 2011 vintage but sourcing from three exploration! different Merry Edwards vineyards, give you the chance to experience the subtleties of terroir-driven Pinot. All three are more Burgundian than California in style, Inclusions: meaning they need time to age, and will only become better with time. · Wine paired dinner for a total of 8 in your The 2011 Merry Edwards Flax Vineyards should be left to rest until at least 2022, home when its sweet plum, cherry, and mulberry fruit flavors will be ripe for enjoyment. The Merry Edwards Meredith Estate is also not quite yet approachable, and will be Limitations: drinkable beginning in 2019. Finally, the Merry Edwards Klopp Ranch is a brisk and · To be scheduled on a mutually agreeable mouthwatering wine that will age and evolve through 2023 and beyond. date before September 23, 2018 · Please notify us at least three weeks in Cellar these pinots for a few years, and your palate will be richly rewarded. advance of any known food allergies you or guests may have 2011 Merry Edwards Flax Vineyards (Magnum) Donor: Philippe Dietz Quantity: 1

Opening Bid: $800 2011 Merry Edwards Meredith Estate (Magnum) Quantity: 1

2011 Merry Edwards Kloop Ranch (Magnum) Quantity: 1

Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors

Opening Bid: $300

42 43 18 Château Latour Magnum

hâteau Latour is one of the oldest and most iconic winemakers in the Pauillac Cappellation of Bordeaux. With vineyards that have been producing fine wine since the 14th century, Château Latour is truly in a class of its own.

If you have never tasted the fruits of Latour’s ancient vines, this 2007 magnum is the perfect place to begin. It is dark garnet in color, with flavors of blackberry and bilberry and a hint of black olive. A vibrant, fresh, and crisp wine, it is drinkable now, but will also age beautifully.

No matter the occasion, a magnum from the renowned Château Latour is always an elegant addition.

2007 Château Latour (Magnum) Quantity: 1

Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors

Opening Bid: $600

The famed Parisian shoe designer, Christian Louboutin, was inspired by an assistant, who was painting her nails a bright red color. Louboutin took one look and decided to color his soles red to create a statement, claiming that “red soles are flirtatious.” 44 source: Footwear News 2014 Gary Farrell Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir Exclusive Window into Quantity: 1 2015 Sequoia Grove Napa Valley Chardonnay Signed by Molly Hill Women’s Napa Wineries Quantity: 1

2012 Sequoia Grove Vintage Cambium Red Wine Signed by Molly Hill 19 Quantity: 1 2016 Twomey Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Quantity: 1

iscover wine country with a unique insider visit of Napa, led by women 2013 Twomey Cellars Merlot Dwinemaker, owner and manager of some of the most noteworthy wineries in the Quantity: 1 region. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is your chance to learn about some of the many ways female vintners are shifting the winemaking landscape. Inclusions: Start the day with your host, ISTP parent Aurelia Setton, at a true emblematic · Insider visit to women-led Napa wineries for 6 guests in April or May 2017 (TBA, cooperage manufacturing facility, where the Bordeaux-based company Nadalié has likely one of the following dates: April 7th, April 28th, or May 5th) been manufacturing barrels since 1980. Nadalié’s general manager will guide you · Visit includes: into discovering the craftsmanship of barrel making in this nonpublic facility located · Access to the non-public barrel making facility, Nadalié right in the heart of the wineries. · Food-and-wine-paired discovery tasting with Molly Hill, lead winemaker at Sequoia Grove Winery You will move on to enjoy a food and wine pairing experience with Molly Hill, · Signature tasting in the Cliff Lede Vineyards veranda and art gallery lead winemaker for the last 12 years at Sequoia Grove Winery, one of the landmark by Remi Cohen, General Manager and oldest wineries in Napa Valley. Molly believes balance is of utmost importance · Bonus gift certificate for 2 to indulge in a back-of-the-winery tour in making a great wine, and you will have the special opportunity to engage this at Twomey Cellars Calistoga to use at your leisure another day winemaking philosophy with her while touring Sequoia Grove’s new state-of-the-art winemaking facility. Inclusions: · Does not include transportation to Napa Valley Next, you will enjoy a signature tasting in the beautiful veranda of Cliff Lede Vineyards · Guests are responsible for transportation between locations with views of the Stags Leap District palisades. General Manager Remi Cohen will · Does not include lodging give you a backstage pass through the cool and comfortable tasting lounge featuring rotating art exhibits and classic rock music. Donors: Nadalié, Lede Family Wines, Fisher Vineyards, Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery, Sequoia Grove Winery, Twomey Cellars, and Previous Years’ Fund-the- We cannot think of a better way to appreciate the art of winemaking. As a bonus, the Future Donors winner will receive a gift certificate for two to indulge in a back-of-the-winery tour at Twomey Calistoga to use at your leisure another day. And to top it all off, you will Opening Bid: $700 receive a unique selection of two bottles from each of five top women-led wineries for a total of 10 bottles.

2014 Cliff Lede Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District Quantity: 1

2016 Cliff Lede Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley Quantity: 1

2014 Fisher Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Coach Insignia Quantity: 2

2013 Gary Farrell Olivet Lane Vineyard Chardonnay Quantity: 1

46 20 Great White Burgundies

lthough “burgundy” is synonymous with the color red in the English Alanguage, the Burgundy wine growing region of France actually produces many fine whites as well.

Domaine Paul Pernot et ses fils produces superb white wine in the traditional way from their Chardonnay grapes in the Puligny-Montrachet commune. They have a very small production each year, but everything they bottle is absolutely excellent.

Here we offer two bottles each of three Domaine Paul Pernot whites, each sourced from a different premier cru vineyard within the village of Puligny-Montrachet. All from the same 2015 vintage, you will be able to taste how each vineyard expresses its own subtly different terroir.

The premier cru “Garenne” will reward the drinker with pure aromas of lime leaf, dusty stone, and spearmint, along with unmistakable flavors of lime and candied mint. The premier cru “Champ Canet” is both juicy and dry on the palate, with flavors of mint, white pepper, crushed stone, and pine nuts. Lastly, the premier cru “Les Pucelles” is a bright yellow-green, and is also quite dry, with flavors of lemon, floral, and lychee.

If you have only experienced the classic red Burgundy, you owe it to yourself to also try the best whites the region has to offer.

2015 Domaine Paul Pernot et ses fils Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru “Garenne” Quantity: 2

2015 Domaine Paul Pernot et ses fils Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru “Champ Canet” Quantity: 2

2015 Domaine Paul Pernot et ses fils Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru “Les Pucelles” Quantity: 2

Donor: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors According to a study done by Cornell Opening Bid: $300 University’s Food and Brand Lab, wine drinkers typically pour 9% more into a glass when the wine is white rather than red. source: mentalfloss.com 49 A Sequel to the Celebrate Your 21 Judgment of Paris 22 Natural Beauty elebrate and rejuvenate your body inside and out with a relaxing facial night Calongside seven of your closest friends! The team at Essentique, a health and beauty n celebration of the Judgment of Paris last year, several Soirée du Vin boutique in Palo Alto, will pamper you in artisanal products made onsite and will Icommittee members hosted a competition between Californian and French wine, guide you into discovering your natural beauty. during which Californian wines were favored by discerning dinner guests. This year, the highly coveted wine-paired dinner is coming back to Soirée du Vin, as they invite You will enjoy a healthy buffet of the finest seasonal ingredients from the farmer’s you and five friends in a sophisticated discovery of Californian and French wine with market before unwinding into a nourishing treatment for your face and hands. meticulously selected food pairings for each one of the five delectable courses. Throughout the evening, indulge in refreshments full of antioxidants, Omega-3 fatty

Entering the lovely home of ISTP parents Tania and Stéphane Hauradou, you will acids, and zinc. Hydrate with fruit-infused water and find your center over a warm be greeted by the aroma of a tasty menu prepared by the hosts and ISTP parents, cup of herbal tea or a glass of wine. Jeannette Shelton and Dave Herrington. The four will unite their gastronomical knowledge to select the perfect pairings of wine and food. While the Judgment Explore the different ways to care for your skin while the team cooks a fresh mask of Paris only included red and white wines, your unique dinner will also feature for you to apply. They will guide you through an uplifting oil treatment for your champagne and dessert wine. hands followed by a hand massage by a professional masseur that will leave your skin feeling supple and healthy. Cleanse, exfoliate, detox, nourish and moisturize to Your evening will begin with a cocktail hour of delectable verrines and champagne. unveil radiant and healthy skin. During the cocktail hour, you will be graced by vocalist Laure de Marcellus Lampe’s velvety timbre. Laure, an ISTP parent and professional opera singer, will serenade The boutique is peaceful and inviting, with several environmental touches including you with your choice of musical masterpieces. Following this sensational reception, a large living wall of fresh, green life. Wind down, connect, and uncover the spirit your party will enjoy three main courses served sequentially with wine progressing and beauty inside you. Reimagine Girls’ Night Out for your next celebration. from white to red. Your dinner will close with a sweet wine and an exquisite dessert.

During each pairing, you will use your wine expertise to record tasting notes and Inclusions: track your favorite wines on handsome cards made by your hosts. They will reveal · Facial night for up to 8 guests the origin of the wines at the end of the spectacular meal, whereupon you may · Hand massage by a professional masseur uncover that you have an intuitive preference for Californian or French wine, or an · Healthy buffet, refreshments, tea and wine provided appreciation of both. Who will win this year? · One special goodie bag of Essentique products for the winner of this lot ($150 value) Inclusions: · 20% discount on all products that night · Wine-paired five-course dinner for 6 adults with sensational performance Limitations: Inclusions: · Held from 6:30-8:30 PM on a mutually agreeable date · Must be scheduled on a mutually-agreeable date at least two months in advance, · To be redeemed by September 2018 and excludes Sundays · Theme and personalized ingredients to be decided prior to the event for a perfect · Does not include transportation or lodging experience (examples: Peach for Vitamin C and Cucumber for Hydration)

Donors: Tania & Stéphane Hauradou, Jeannette Shelton & Dave Herrington, and Donor: Essentique Laure de Marcellus Lampe Opening Bid: $700

Opening Bid: $2,000

50 51 Exceptional Single-Vineyard at the Judgment of Paris, and it continues to stun with its elegance and complexity. With the signature of the winemaker adorning its label, this rare and beautiful bottle Tour and Tasting at is a true treasure. Ridge Vineyards 2012 Ridge Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 3-Liter Signed by Paul Draper 23 Quantity: 1

Inclusions: · Private tour and tasting for 8 guests at one of Ridge Vineyards winery Estates (Monte Bello or Lytton Springs)

Limitations: · Two weeks’ minimum notice must be given when making appointment · Does not include transportation, meals or lodging

Donor: Ridge Vineyards

Opening Bid: $700

dding to a highly coveted double magnum Monte Bello, Ridge Vineyards Ainvites you and seven friends to its winery estate for a private tour and tasting. Ridge has pioneered single-vineyard winemaking since 1962. You will have the opportunity to experience the wines known throughout the world for their excellence and distinctive sense of place.

Your exclusive Ridge Monte Bello Cabernet double magnum has been signed by Paul Draper, now-retired chief winemaker at Ridge. With a specimen this rare, it may be difficult for wine collectors to decide whether to leave this bottle unopened in their cellar as a collector’s item, or drink it upon maturity.

The Monte Bello Cabernet, which has been made by Ridge Vineyards since 1962, “introduced Ridge to the world” and is known as the winery’s “flagship” wine. This glossy dark vintage has impressed wine lovers with its concentrated, deep flavors and aromas. Enthusiasts have flocked to this wine since it gained international fame

52 Old World Gold and 24 New World Red 25 Fund-the-Future

he 3 bottles of Château Rieussec and 3 bottles of A. Rafanelli Cabernet TSauvignon offered in this lot give you the perfect structure around which to shape a truly legendary gourmet dinner party for you and your friends.

Kick off your feast with foie gras accompanied by the 2011 Château Rieussec Sauternes, in the classic French pairing. Rieussec has been one of the leading Sauternes for generations, and is made with a subtle blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon, and Muscadelle grapes. It has a very rich taste of concentrated fruit, but is also slightly acidic for a bright and pure tone.

Next, move on to whatever gourmet main course you dream up, paired with the enchanting 2011 A. Rafanelli Cabernet Sauvignon. A. Rafanelli Winery has been producing wine in Sonoma’s Dry Creek Valley for over a century. Their production is not available from any retail outlets, so we are very lucky to have obtained these three bottles directly from the winemaker. The 2011 vintage is a well-structured Cabernet with rich flavors of black cherry and plum, with a touch of toasted oak.

Finally, be sure to reserve at least one Rieusec bottle for later, so you can again savor the superb Sauternes with your exquisite dessert course. he idea of Soirée du Vin began as a small seed, a wish of loyal and dedicated Tparents, passionate about the school their children attended. This wish was to not Don’t hold back, the dinner party of a lifetime is waiting for you! only provide Silicon Valley with an exemplary event tailored to wine enthusiasts, but to also create a way for their children’s beloved school to raise funds for its burgeoning Charlotte de Géry Endowment Fund. 2011 Château Rieussec Quantity: 3 Anyone who has ever volunteered or planned any type of philanthropic event knows that it requires both extraordinary efforts and tremendous resources. These 2011 A. Rafanelli Cabernet Sauvignon resources come from supportive individuals and businesses that are excited about Quantity: 3 what Soirée du Vin has to offer. The support we have received has been inspiring and we want to work in partnership with our community to make this event Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors uniquely yours.

Opening Bid: $275 Although you are enjoying Soirée du Vin in the present, already, ideas are spinning for 2017. We hope that you are having a wonderful time enjoying the venue, the company, and savoring the delicious dinner and wine. It is in the spirit of this entertaining and pleasurable evening that we ask for your help in “Funding the Future” of Soirée du Vin.

These funds will be used specifically to invest in incredible wines to bring you back next year. If you like what you are experiencing tonight, now is the time to raise your paddle and invest in Soirée du Vin’s future.

54 55 Kistler’s Reds 26 and Whites

istler Vineyards is a legendary, small family winery located in Sonoma KCounty. By applying old world Burgundian techniques, Kistler has consistently produced some of the finest Chardonnay and Pinot Noir the new world has to offer.

These 6 bottles from the excellent 2009 vintage – 2 red and 4 white – are quite rare, as Kistler wines are only available directly from the grower, with a long waiting list.

The 2 bottles of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir hail from Kistler’s breathtaking vineyards on the California Coast. The winemakers say that they “strive to produce elegant, harmonious Pinot Noirs which are impressive for their purity, balance, and lingering perfume,” and that above all express the essence of the grapes and their exceptional coastal source. The 2009 vintage is a dazzling but approachable Pinot that bursts with sweet red fruit, flowers, licorice, and spices.

The 2 bottles of Kistler’s Parmelee-Hill Vineyard Stone Flat source from their Stone Flat Vineyard, known to produce balanced Chardonnay, with both minerality and a fruit-driven core. The 2009 Vintage is a structured wine, with an appealing, energetic style, and a perfect balance of fruit and acidity.

Lastly, Kistler’s McCrea Vineyard, Athearn Estate Sonoma Mountain is a bright gold Chardonnay that makes a big impact, with flavors of zesty orange pith, peach pit, and lemongrass, plus a spicy finish with notes of chalky minerals and honey.

Don’t pass this rare chance to taste the full essence of Kistler Vineyards – both the red and the white.

2009 Kistler Vineyard, Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Quantity: 2

2009 Kistler Vineyard Chardonnay, Parmelee-Hill Vineyard Stone Flat Quantity: 2

2009 Kistler Vineyard Chardonnay, McCrea Vineyard, Athearn Estate Sonoma Mountain Quantity: 2 The most expensive white wine is the highly coveted Domaine La Romanée Conti Donors: Chris Stevens & Nicholas Yu Montrachet, found in Burgundy, France. Opening Bid: $450 On release, this wine can sell for $2,000+ per bottle. source: wines.com 57 Thomas Fogarty Winery Inclusions: · Visit for 4 to Thomas Fogarty Winery to include: private tasting of current releases Meets Zola and library selections in the Tasting Salon · Intimate tour of the 8 Estate vineyards with Tom Fogarty Jr. 27 · Multi-course wine-paired dinner at Guillaume Bienaimé’s Zola Limitations: · Arrange experience with Thomas Fogarty Winery and Zola far in advance to coordinate visit and dinner · Cannot be redeemed on a Sunday; Zola is closed Sundays · Must be redeemed by September 22, 2018 · Does not include airfare, ground transportation or lodging

Donors: Thomas Fogarty Winery and Guillaume Bienaimé of Zola

Opening Bid: $1,000

ward-winning winemaker Tommy Fogarty Jr. is offering you and three Aguests the ultimate day of indulgence: an intimate glimpse into Thomas Fogarty Winery and dinner at seasonal French restaurant, Zola, in downtown Palo Alto.

During your up-close-and-personal visit to Thomas Fogarty Winery, you and your guests will not only taste incredible wines, but you’ll enjoy hand selected current release allocated wines and library selections, chosen by the winemaker himself. Your tour through the 8 estate vineyards with Tommy will not only give you insight into the vineyard’s history of organic farming practices; you will be treated to unforgettable views, sounds and smells as you meander through your guided tour of a breathtaking Chef Guillaume Bienaimé of Zola Santa Cruz vineyard.

After your ultimate insider’s wine tasting and tour, you’ll be treated to a beautiful, intricate meal. ISTP alumni and chef extraordinaire Guillaume Bienaimé will welcome you to his personal culinary creation: Zola—a seasonal French cuisine restaurant in downtown Palo Alto. This is your chance to experience Guillaume’s expertise during a sensational, thoughtfully crafted multi-course meal. Of course, while you indulge in fabulous fare, you will also enjoy hand-selected Thomas Fogarty wines.

58 28 Rouge et Or 2005

his lot offers a special variation on tonight’s red and white theme with 3 Tpremier golden sauternes and 3 bottles of Forts de Latour Bordeaux, all from the superior 2005 vintage.

The charms of Yquem “liquid gold” are well known, and the 2005 vintage was a great success, with flavors of juicy green plum, ginger, and pineapple, plus notes of flowers and dried citrus.

While Yquem is the world’s premier dessert wine, the two accompanying Guiraud and Suduiraut Sauternes are not far behind in quality. The 2005 Château Guiraud is a truly outstanding Sauternes that is medium-bodied and perfectly balanced in acidity. The 2005 Château Suduiraut is also outstanding. It rounds out this Sautern trio with its bright gold color and sweet flavors of nectarine and honeysuckle.

In contrast, the Forts de Latour pours out of the bottle in a dense stream of ruby/purple. This Bordeaux from the Pauillac appellation has flavors of blackcurrant fruit, earth, and savory spice, and is the perfect red to contrast with the gold of the Sauternes.

2005 Château Yquem Quantity: 1

2005 Château Guiraud Quantity: 1

2005 Château Suduiraut Quantity: 1

2005 Château Latour ‘Les Forts de Latour’ Quantity: 3

Donor: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors Opening Bid: $850 Palo Alto is home to Stanford University, whose official school color is known as “Cardinal Red.” This, and their supporting colors, were inspired by the campus architecture and the California landscape.

60 source: Stanford University Identity Guide of museums, shops, restaurants, parks, and landmarks for every type of traveler all within walking distance. For chic and classic shopping, saunter along the well- A Week-Long known rue de Passy, one of the area’s busiest shopping streets packed with fashion Parisian Getaway shops. Peruse the galleries at the Musée Marmottan Monet, a jewel of a museum dedicated to works of Claude Monet. Collect provisions from the local market for a summer picnic at the Bois de Boulogne, the second largest park in Paris cherished 29 by locals for its cultural, leisure and sports activities. For the quintessential Parisian experience, stroll east to the Place du Trocadéro and Seine for some of the best views of the La Tour Eiffel.

At the end of your day of sightseeing, retreat to your Parisian apartment and recuperate for your next day of adventure. Bon voyage!

Inclusions: · 7-night stay in a 1-bedroom apartment in the 16th arrondissement of Paris · 1 bedroom, 1 living room with a pull out full size bed, 1 kitchen, and 1 bathroom

Limitations: · Accommodates up to four people · Valid until October 2018 · Must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date · Does not include airfare, ground transportation, or meals

Donors: Aurelia & Eric Setton

Opening Bid: $1,000

hisk your family off to Paris with a one week getaway into the heart of the Wfashionable 16th arrondissement, a chic and stately residential neighborhood west of The City of Lights.

Your accommodations will include a lovely one-bedroom apartment fully furnished with every essential you will need for your stay. Perfect for a family of four, the apartment has a living room with a pull out full-sized sofa bed and a fully-equipped kitchen for preparing simple meals.

Conveniently located right next to La Muette station, you will have easy access to several major attractions. Wander the many streets teeming with beautiful architecture and stylish homes. Stop in at a café for a pastry and noisette. Discover a plethora

62 63 Celebrate Life! Château Troplong-Mondot Signature Red and 30 Imperial 31 White DuMOL

his monumental 6L Imperial from Château Troplong-Mondot (equivalent to igned bottles are rare collector’s items, but today we offer you the exceptional T8 standard bottles) is perfect for a big life event. Whether a wedding, graduation, Schance to add two 3L signed DuMOL double magnums to your cellar. Both bottles birthday, or anniversary party, this grand bottle is definitely generous enough for a bear the signatures of DuMOL founder Kerry J. Murphy and winemaker Andy Smith. crowd. DuMOL Winery, located in the Green Valley district of the Russian River Valley, 2009 was a great vintage for Château Troplong-Mondot, located in the Saint-Émilion produces a small quantity of classically California wines each year. They are guided appellation in Bordeaux. Each glass you pour for your guests will be inky purple in by the belief that superior grape quality is the most important element in vinification, color, with aromas of mocha, chocolate, blackberry, and cassis. The wine is full- and they ensure the health of their soil and vines through organic farming practices. bodied, and is extraordinary in its richness, thickness, and intensity. This bottle will benefit from 10-15 years in the cellar, but can also be aged for decades longer. The signed 2014 Chardonnay Russian River Valley offered here is one of DuMOL’s finest ever Chardonnays. Soft and understated, with beautiful depth and texture, it Don’t miss the chance to bring an extra special touch to a future celebration with this can be enjoyed now or cellared for a few more years. dramatic bottle of Bordeaux. The signed 2014 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley is a classic Sonoma coastal Pinot, with flavors of fresh strawberry jam, rose petal, anise, evergreen, and complex herbal 2009 Château Troplong-Mondot (Imperial 6L) elements. It will be at its best with 6–10 more years in the cellar. Quantity: 1 Don’t pass up the chance to acquire these two regal bottles, made even more special Donor: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors by their makers’ autographs.

Opening Bid: $900 2014 DuMOL Chardonnay Russian River Valley (Double Magnum) Quantity: 1

2014 DuMOL Pinot Noir Russian River Valley (Double Magnum) Quantity: 1

Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors

Opening Bid: $450

64 65 in Aspen, Wilson developed an understanding of Japanese minimalist aesthetics and Where East Meets West: obsession with pristine ingredients, which are evident in his cooking today. Multi-Course Wine-Paired You and a guest will enjoy an exquisite multi-course dinner prepared and presented Dinner by Chef Wilson himself with wine pairings hand-selected by BIRD DOG’s sommelier. 32 Come, eat, and enjoy the lively atmosphere at BIRD DOG. Inclusions: · Multi-course dinner with wine pairings for 2 guests at BIRD DOG Palo Alto prepared and presented by Chef Robbie Wilson

Limitations: · Advanced reservation required via [email protected] · When making arrangements, kindly note donation · Expires November 1, 2018

Donor: BIRD DOG Restaurant

Opening Bid: $300

ituated in the heart of downtown Palo Alto, BIRD DOG serves the food of Sthe modern day Peninsula. The menu is influenced by the rich cultures of Northern California, Japan and several other regions Chef/Owner Robbie Wilson has travelled to eat. The passion in his cooking has been nurtured by a “multi-cultural pile-up” of sorts and is finished with a contemporary approach. The lauded restaurant was featured on several Bay Area Top 10 lists during its first year, including BEST new restaurant in Palo Alto.

Wilson, a Texas native, moved to France shortly after college to hone his skills by cooking in restaurant kitchens throughout the country. He received a classical French training under the tutelage of Michel Troisgros, chef-owner of three Michelin-star Maison Troisgros. He has worked at the celebrated Craft restaurant in New York City and Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry. Alongside celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa

66 67 An Elegant Dessert 33 Course with Sauternes s dessert your favorite part of the meal? Make the sweetest course more Isophisticated by pairing it with one of these two Sauternes dessert wines.

This lot offers 6 bottles of mature Sauternes – four 1995 Château de Malle and two 1997 Château Suduiraut – all in the 375 mL half-bottle size common for rich dessert wines.

The golden Château de Malle is full-bodied, very sweet, and concentrated, with aromas of honey, candied lemons, and mandarin oranges. The Château Suduiraut is also super-sweet and highly concentrated, with fresh acids that give it clarity. Both offerings feature the botrytis tones caused by “noble rot” that are so coveted in Sauternes.

According to Bon Appétit, the key to pairing Sauternes is to make sure the dessert doesn’t exceed the wine in sweetness. They suggest pairing custards, caramelized fruit, fresh or dried figs, Marzipan, blue cheeses, or a delicious pear tarte tatin, which would perfectly accentuate the honeyed notes in these two outstanding wines.

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1997 Château Suduiraut (Half-Bottle) Quantity: 2

Donors: Previous Years’ Fund-the-Future Donors

Opening Bid: $125

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