Join Us California Country Virtual Wine Tasting Series Benefiting the Structured Finance Foundation

Ehlers Estate Sojourn Cellars Thursday, May 13 Thursday, May 20 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM EDT 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT

California Virtual Wine Tasting Series Benefiting the Structured Finance Foundation

May 13 - Ehlers Estate May 20 - Sojourn Cellars

Join Us Through a Tour of Califonia Wine Country

The Structured Finance Foundation is pleased to present our Country Series, featuring an opportunity to participate in an exclusive virtual wine tasting experience with two of Napa Valley’s most esteemed , Ehlers Estate and Sojourn Cellars. Our event offers the flexibility to participate in either or both tours, with several ways to support the Structured Finance Foundation at the individual or corporate level.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Structured Finance Foundation. The Structured Finance Foundation, an affiliate of the Structured Finance Association (SFA), seeks to support youth education, and partners with the University of the District of Columbia and Mentor Foundation USA to develop and provide scholarship programs for students continuing or pursuing secondary education. Since 2017, the foundation has awarded 33 students over $690,000 in scholarships. The Structured Finance Foundation also connects scholarship winners to the significant network of the Structured Finance Association membership, which represents all sectors of the securitization market including issuers, investors, financial intermediaries, law firms, accounting firms, technology firms, rating agencies, servicers, and trustees.

In 2020, the Structured Finance Foundation established a fund to provide scholarships to eligible students attending the University of the District of Columbia (UDC), a public historically black university, who are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate finance, accounting or economics degree in its School of Business and Public Administration. The Structured Finance Foundation scholarship launched with an initial commitment of $80,000 and will grant two need-and merit-based scholarships annually in an amount up to $10,000 each starting in the Fall 2021 semester. California Wine Country Virtual Wine Tasting Series Benefiting the Structured Finance Foundation

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Ehlers Estate | Thursday, May 13 | 5:00 PM EDT

The story of Ehlers Estate is one of passion, patience, and hard work, intertwined like the tendrils of robust vines that have been part of the landscape here since the mid-1800s.

It was the lure of that tempted Bernard Ehlers to buy a small, dying in the late 1800s and embark on a quest to create the that continues to bear his name. He replanted his newly-acquired 10-acre vineyard, established the olive grove that still thrives today and in 1886 completed construction of the stone barn that is now our beautiful winery building. His original Bale Mill Winery continued to operate long after his death, run by his wife until the 1920s and then by successive new owners who took advantage of its prime location and unique . Read more.

Source: www.https://www.ehlersestate.com/story Your Virtual Tasting Experience Includes:

• 90-minute virtual tasting experience

• Custom menu of suggested food pairings

• Map of the estate

• History of the vineyard and the latest happenings in Napa Valley

Featured :

• 2018 Deep, vibrant purple color with aromas of cassis, raspberries, strawberry compote, and dry herbs. notes of mocha, smoke, nutmeg, and sweet spices accentuate the bouquet. This wine is full-bodied, with bright acidity and firm tannins.

• 2018 This Cabernet Franc is pure to its roots with floral and earthy characteristics. Aromatically it displays lilacs, violets, and ripe wild berry jam. Licorice, white pepper, bay leaves, and thyme finish the aroma with some mineral notes and forest floor. The mouth is super-expressive, with berries in the red fruit zone, like raspberries and boysenberries.

• 2018 Dark fruit, blueberries, dark chocolate, mocha, white pepper and, leaf. It’s mineral, with some aromas of pencil shavings and smashed rocks. Dark berries, cedar, cigar box, and peppery, the acidity’s freshness will pleasantly surprise you and accentuate the mouthfeel with good volume and long after . California Wine Country Virtual Wine Tasting Series Benefiting the Structured Finance Foundation

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Sojourn Cellars | Thursday, May 20 | 5:00 PM EDT

Sojourn Cellars produces highly acclaimed , , and wines. We source fruit from celebrated in both Sonoma and Napa counties, where we work closely with vineyard owners who use world-class growing methods for cultivating grapes of the highest quality. Our hands-off winemaking style allows the character and personality of these special vineyard sites to shine through in the finished wines.

At Sojourn, every single decision we make, every vineyard we work with, every person on our small team, and every hour spent in the winery is done to deliver an extraordinary experience to our customers. We love sharing our wines through the approachable and memorable tasting experiences in our Tasting Salon in Sonoma, as well as sharing our wines with our loyal mailing list members, at our events and in our homes. There’s little in life that surpasses a shared experience with others over a very special glass of wine. In everything we do, our goal is to deliver uniquely memorable wine sojourns. Learn more.

Source: www.https://www.sojourncellars.com/who-we-are/ Your Virtual Tasting Experience Includes:

• 60-minute virtual tasting experience

• History of the winery, including how the specific wines we are tasting are made

• Virtual tasting sheets that cover a curated slection of three current release Sojourn wines that showcase the diversity of their world-class vineyard sources and their hands-off winemaking approach.

Featured Wines:

• 2017 Riddle Pinot Noir Riddle Vineyard is located in Green Valley near the town of Occidental in a rugged section of the West Sonoma Coast. Lying on a coastal ridge with a gentle slope, this vineyard overlooks many of the iconic Pinot noir vineyards of the region. Sojourn has been purchasing fruit from one immaculate parcel for several years, and over time, it became obvious that a distinctive wine of exceptional quality could be produced as a vineyard designate. This wine showcases the signature Sojourn smooth texture balanced by ample structure for length and longevity. It provides intriguing bramble berry fruit flavors, concentration and silky tannins.

• 2018 Rodger’s Creek Pinot Noir Rodgers Creek Vineyard sits high on a ridge in the heart of the Petaluma Gap, one of the coolest and foggiest growing regions in Sonoma. The vineyard’s cool climate and steep slopes are well suited for growing exceptional Pinot noir. At first sip, the wine really speaks to Pinot noir enthusiasts with its compelling and complex aromas. Expressive red fruit and notes of earth and mushroom shine through with intensity, thanks to the combination of unique soils and dominance of the Pommard clone. This 2018 wine, aided by 20% whole cluster fermentation, offers rich, silky tannins, smooth structure and impeccable balance.

• 2019 Gap’s Crown Pinot Noir The 2019 vintage of our Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot noir continues to demonstrate that this is the premier vineyard within the Sonoma Coast appellation. It sits at a windy 800 feet with volcanic soils that deliver intense, concentrated wines. Moderate temperatures and foggy nights in 2019 allowed the grapes to retain their natural acidity while developing complex flavors. Much of the wine’s intensity derives from vine stress caused by the site’s steep slopes, rocky soils and windy conditions. This wine offers dark berry and cherry aromas, baking spice, and layers of texture enhanced by 10% whole cluster fermentation. California Wine Country Virtual Wine Tasting Series Benefiting the Structured Finance Foundation

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Individual Tasting Experiences

Ehlers Estate Virtual Tasting Experience - $250 • 90-minute virtual tasting • Tasting notes • Map of the estate • 3 wines included: 2018 Merlot, 2018 Cabernet Franc, & 2018 Petit Verdot

Sojourn Cellars Virtual Tasting Experience - $300 • 60-minute virtual tasting • Tasting notes • 3 wines included: 2017 Riddle Pinot Noir, 2018 Rodger’s Creek Pinot Noir, 2019 Gap’s Crown Pinot Noir

All-In-One Discounted - $500

• Sign up for both tastings and recieve a $50 savings

Viewing Only - $95 • Wine not included • Price per tasting

To purchase individual tickets, click here.

Please note: Registration closes Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 11:59 PM EDT in order for the wineries to fulfill wine shipments on time. California Wine Country Virtual Wine Tasting Series Benefiting the Structured Finance Foundation

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Ehlers Estate: Headline Sponsor - $12,500 (Exclusive) • 10 Tasting Tickets • Opportunity to present a short promotional video before tasting begins • Firm logo presented on holding slide and opportunity to give introductory remarks • Firm logo displayed throughout event website • Firm logo featured within event collateral

Sojourn Cellars: Headline Sponsor - $12,500 (Exclusive) • 10 Tasting Tickets • Opportunity to present a short promotional video before tasting begins • Firm logo presented on holding slide and opportunity to give introductory remarks • Firm logo displayed throughout event website • Firm logo featured within event collateral

Ehlers Estate: Raffle Sponsor - $5,000 (Exclusive) SOLD • 5 Tasting Tickets • Sponsor - provided selection for the raffle basket • Firm logo displayed throughout event website • Firm logo featured within event collateral

Sojourn Cellars: Raffle Sponsor - $5,000 (Exclusive) SOLD • 5 Tasting Tickets • Sponsor - provided selection for the raffle basket • Firm logo displayed throughout event website • Firm logo featured within event collateral

Digital Media Sponsor - $5,000 (Exclusive) SOLD • 5 Tasting Tickets • Firm logo spotlighted on the event banner and featured throughout event website and email communications • Firm logo displayed throughout event website • Firm logo featured within event collateral

General Sponsor - $5,000 • 5 Tasting Tickets • Firm logo displayed throughout event website • Firm logo featured within event collateral

Please note: Registration closes Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 11:59 PM EDT in order for the wineries to fulfill wine shipments on time. California Wine Country Virtual Wine Tasting Series Benefiting the Structured Finance Foundation

May 13 - Ehlers Estate May 20 - Sojourn Cellars

Sponsorship Opportunities

Ehlers Estate: Headline Sponsor (Exclusive) $12,500 Sojourn Cellars: Raffle SponsorSOLD $5,000 Sojourn Cellars: Headline Sponsor (Exclusive) $12,500 Digital Media Sponsor (Exclusive) SOLD $5,000 Ehlers Estate: Raffle SponsorExclusive ( ) SOLD $5,000 General Sponsor $5,000

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Once we receive your completed form, we will send you an invoice for the amount noted above. Sponsorship may be paid by check or ACH. Checks should be made payable to: The SFIG Foundation, Inc.

THE SFIG FOUNDATION, INC., D/B/A STRUCTURED FINANCE FOUNDATION IS A NEW YORK NON-PROFIT CORPORATION TAX EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 501(c)(3). DONATIONS TO THE ORGANIZATION ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.

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