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June 22 and July 20-22, 2017

Please bring this catalog with you to l’Eté du Vin on Saturday night.

l’Eté du Vin | 1 From the Chairs

Dear Friends of l’Eté du Vin,

Loren and I sincerely appreciate your support for l’Eté du Vin and our collective and singular goal to win the fight against cancer. For most of us, cancer is much more than just a word, it is a story of triumph and of tragedy; triumph for those, including my daughter, Kelsey, who have fought the battle and won and a story of tragedy for so many others. Michael Sontag & Loren Chumley

Through the many Nashville Wine Auction events and with your generous support, we can all make a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer, whether through funding research in an effort to find a cure, providing financial assistance to families that have been affected by the disease, or in granting a wish that gives a needed glimmer of “normalcy” to those having to view life through the sometimes cloudy lens of treatment.

Amid the numerous stories of triumph and tragedy, we choose to celebrate the gift of life with some of the most esteemed winemakers in California: Schramsberg Vineyards, Davies Vineyards, Hirsch Vineyards, PlumpJack Estate Winery, CADE Estate Winery, and Odette Estate Winery. Without their support this event would not be possible. Beyond these vintners, a most deserved thank you to Holly Whaley and the amazing Nashville Wine Auction team, to our sponsors, our volunteers and all of those who give their time and talent to make this evening possible.

We are truly honored to co-chair this event and raise our paddles in this collective effort to replace the all too numerous stories of tragedy with triumph.

Sincerely,

Michael Sontag Loren Chumley Michael Sontag Loren Chumley

2 | l’Eté du Vin Table of Contents

Our Mission ...... 13

Featured Guests ...... 27

Events Grand Cru & Norman M. Lipman Award ...... 43 Vintners’ Tasting ...... 48 Patrons’ Event ...... 54 l’Eté du Vin ...... 63

Live Auction ...... 73

Silent Auction ...... 177

Auction Rules and Reference ...... 211

Sponsors and Friends ...... 223

Upcoming Events ...... 245

l’Eté du Vin | 3 Schedule of Events

Grand Cru Thursday, June 22, 2017 6:00 pm The Home of Christi & James Edwards Business Attire

Vintners’ Tasting Thursday, July 20, 2017 6:00 pm Richland Country Club Business Attire

Patrons’ Event Friday, July 21, 2017 7:00 pm 21c Museum Hotel Nashville Cocktail Attire

l’Eté du Vin* Saturday, July 22, 2017 5:30 pm Loews Vanderbilt Hotel Cocktail Attire

BYOW* BYOW is a long standing l’Eté du Vin tradition! Bring your own wine to dinner and enjoy your cellar favorites with your friends.

Ask a volunteer at the ballroom entrance to assist you with placing your dinner wine on your table during the reception.

4 | l’Eté du Vin Helpful Tips for First Time Guests

Nashville Wine Auction has been offering wine events for 38 years! For those who’ve been participating for years, it seems simple; but for a newcomer, it can be overwhelming. Let us offer you some helpful tips so you won’t miss out on any of the fun.

The Silent Auction is for Everyone By purchasing a ticket to any of the l’Eté du Vin events, you can participate in the Silent Auction. Since this auction is conducted via mobile bidding, you’ll receive text updates inviting you to participate... Even if you are in your living room! But we must have your cell phone number and your credit card registered. If you don’t receive the welcome text by Wednesday afternoon, call the office at (615) 329-1760.

This Catalog is a Goldmine We encourage everyone to read this catalog and do your research before the auction! There is a wealth of information contained within regarding the cause you’ll be supporting, the special guests you’ll be meeting, the wines you’ll be drinking, the lots we are selling, and even future Nashville Wine Auction events. Feel free to flag your favorite lots or make notes in the margin and bring this book with you on auction night.

More Wine? All of our events feature outstanding wines, but you are welcomed to bring your cellar favorites to share. When you arrive at the party, a volunteer can assist you with getting your wine to your table.

Checks are More than Welcome Any time you can write a check to pay for your purchases, you will be helping defray our credit card costs. And when that happens, we can send more money to our beneficiaries to help fund the fight against cancer. Consider putting a check in your pocket when you come to our events.

Bidding in the Live Auction Our Live Auctions are exciting, and they move quickly. Following along in your (pre-marked) catalog and watching the screens will help you keep up. If you want to bid, bid quickly and in a big way. Stand up, wave your hand so the auctioneer can see you. If you try to wait until the last second, you risk not being seen. Also, check out the auction rules on page 214 to review the different types of lots we offer.

l’Eté du Vin | 5 Spencer Hays 1936-2017

We owe immense gratitude to Spencer Hays, a Nashville Wine Auction “founding father,” who passed away earlier this year. l’Eté du Vin would not have existed had it not been for the generosity of Spencer and Marlene Hays. In fact, we would not be sitting here without their support and passion for our organization during its inception.

In 1980, organizers were prohibited from using a commercial establishment or hotel where tickets would be “sold” to attend a function where donated wines would be poured. Spencer and Marlene opened their lovely home on Westview Avenue to nearly 200 invited “guests” on a lovely summer evening. While only $3,000 to 6,000 was raised (depending on who’s telling the story), magic was created and the rest is history. $21 million later, the legacy of these humble beginnings continues today, as we continue uniting the wine community to fund the fight against cancer.

Spencer Hays started his career at the Southwestern Company in 1956 and eventually became the majority owner of the company. He also founded Tom James Co., a fine clothing firm, in 1966 and purchased Oxford Clothes, high-end men’s suit and sport coat manufacturer, in 1994. He was the owner of Athlon Sports Communications, a publisher of sports manuals. He was even inducted into the hall of fame of the Direct Selling Association in 1983.

His appreciation for art is unparalleled. Spencer and Marlene began collecting American art in the 1970s and later French art in the 1980s. They co-founded the American Friends of the Musée d’Orsay in 2013, serving on its board of directors. Marlene and Spencer received the Officer badge of the Legion of Honor. One esteemed honor among many in Hays’ lifetime.

Though we cannot offer a grand reception in France for the generosity and spirit of this beloved man, we can pay tribute to Spencer Hays in the best way we know how… by raising a glass in his memory and pledging to continue to fund the fight in his honor. Here’s to you, Mr. Hays.

6 | l’Eté du Vin Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank our Sponsors for helping us fulfill our mission.

Presenting Sponsor

Principal Sponsors

Grand Cru Sponsors

Vintners’ Tasting Sponsor

l’Eté du Vin | 7 Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank our Sponsors for helping us fulfill our mission.

The Patrons’ Event Sponsors

Contributing Sponsors

8 | l’Eté du Vin Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank our Sponsors for helping us fulfill our mission.

Supporting Sponsors

Catalog Sponsor

Media Sponsor

l’Eté du Vin | 9 Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank our Sponsors for helping us fulfill our mission.

In-Kind Sponsors

10 | l’Eté du Vin Our Mission

Mission Uniting the Wine Community to Fund the Fight Against Cancer

Vision Accelerating Generosity Through the Sharing of Wine

The Nashville Wine Auction is a self-sustaining, non-profit charitable organization that exists solely to raise funds to support the fight against cancer. The organization’s primary focus is its series of wine related events and activities. All activities operate within a framework of social and educational events, thus stimulating an environment of natural giving by those who love and appreciate wine.

Toward that end, the Nashville Wine Auction cultivates participation with domestic and international wine communities to work in conjunction with businesses, restaurants, entertainment, and communications firms as well as individuals united in the common goal of winning the battle against cancer.

Our Mission | 13 Our History

It began simply enough. In the summer of 1980, a group of Nashville friends, led by Tennessean critic Homer Blitch and businessman Thomas J. Milam, were looking for a new and entertaining way to raise funds for charity.

What was needed was something elegant but relaxed, an evening filled with good food, great wine, and the laughter of friends. Then inspiration struck: an auction of favorite wines. Most of the bottles sold at the first (Un) Eté du Vin, A Summer of Wine, auction were opened and shared on the spot, with some $3,000 raised. Since that evening in 1980 the Nashville Wine Auction has raised more than $21 million for organizations whose purpose is directly related to treatment, patient care and the eradication of cancer.

What sets Nashville Wine Auction apart? Part of the answer is the unique assortment of wines available for auction at each event. Part of the answer, too, lies in the events’ friendly and convivial mix of attendees. Finally, Nashville Wine Auction is unique because it has never lost sight of its original purpose. As science grows ever closer to finding better answers for detecting, diagnosing and treating cancer, the organizers and guests of Nashville Wine Auction events find renewed purpose. Nashville Wine Auction remains focused on its mission of uniting the wine community to fund the fight against cancer, which all of us cherish and support.

Please visit our website at www.NashvilleWineAuction.com to see our rich history of l’Eté du Vin Guests of Honor.

14 | Our Mission Our Beneficiaries

Since Nashville Wine Auction’s inception in 1980, more than $21 million has been raised for organizations whose purpose is directly related to patient care, treatment, and the eradication of cancer. Much of the costs to produce the auction are underwritten by corporate sponsors. Individuals, wine producers and other businesses donate auction items, with the single objective of generating as much money as possible for cancer related programs. Nashville Wine Auction is proud to provide financial support to these organizations:

• American Cancer Society Memorial Foundation Hope Lodge • Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee • Leukemia Lymphoma Society • Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Middle Tennessee • PearlPoint Cancer Support • Saint Thomas Cancer Network • St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital • Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center

Our Mission | 15 American Cancer Society Memorial Foundation Hope Lodge

With your support tonight… the American Cancer Society’s Hope Lodge can ease the burden on cancer patients and caregivers by providing free lodging during treatment.

Your support of the American Cancer Society helps to find cancer’s causes and cures through groundbreaking research; to do the most to help people with cancer today; to discover new ways to prevent cancer or find it at its earliest, most treatable stage and help people take steps to stay healthy; and helps fight cancer as much through public policy as in the laboratory.

Among the programs in Greater Nashville that your donations support are the Memorial Foundation Hope Lodge, where a cancer patient and their caregiver can stay free when having to travel away from home for treatment. Also, the Patient Salon - donated by Nashville Wine Auction - where both visitors to the nearby Hope Lodge, and people in the community who have lost their hair from chemotherapy treatments, can meet with a staff specialist or trained volunteer to learn about products and techniques that will help them during their treatment journey.

Special assistance was given by Nashville Wine Auction Board Member, Marjorie Feltus Hawkins and her team at Feltus Hawkins Design to renovate the Patient Salon. “The continued support of the Nashville Wine Auction is helping lift the burden of cancer for affected families in our community.”

Amy McCollom, Director, Community Engagement

16 | Our Mission Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee

With your support tonight… Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee can provide emotional support, education, and hope to cancer patients and their families completely free of charge.

The mission of Gilda’s Club Middle TN, an affiliate of the Cancer Support Community™, is to build community so that people can face cancer together. Each month, Gilda’s Club offers more than 100 support and networking groups, educational lectures and workshops in a non-residential, home-like setting. Gilda’s Club strives to meet the needs of all within the greater Middle TN community whose lives are changed by a cancer diagnosis. For 19 years, the program has included evidence-based tools and techniques to help people better manage stress and challenges related to cancer. The proven program is now expanding to include individual counseling, decision-making support for important conversations with medical providers, and Gilda’s On The Go – an outreach initiative to expand Gilda’s program presence throughout Middle TN. “Recently, a member shared with us that ‘Gilda’s saved my family’ because his teenage children, who had lost their mother to cancer, had a place where they were understood and could express their confusion and grief. And he had a support group for grieving parents that helped him realize all his feelings were OK and others faced the same struggles. So whether our members participate in support groups, kids camps, nutrition or cooking classes, yoga or creative arts... Gilda’s Club offers programs at no charge and no one faces cancer alone. YOU make that happen! Thank you!”

Sandy Obodzinski, Executive Director

Our Mission | 17 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

With your support tonight . . . Leukemia & Lymphoma Society may continue their ground breaking offensive against acute myeloid leukemia (AML) through their Beat AML Master Trial.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding research, finding cures and ensuring access to treatments for blood cancer patients. Since 1949 LLS has been on the forefront of blood cancer advances such as chemotherapies and stem cell transplantation that are saving thousands of lives today.

They are currently leading the offense against acute myeloid leukemia (AML) through their Beat AML Master Trial. This program is designed to use genomic screening to identify the mutations that drive AML and develop more precise personalized approaches to treatment. The primary question the trial seeks to address is: Can a personalized therapy based upon genomics be assigned to an AML patient within a seven day period in a safe manner. The trial is testing a number of investigational targeted therapies and is taking place at multiple academic research institutions. It involves multiple pharmaceutical companies, two companies providing genetic analysis, and a clinical research organization.

There has been no change in the standard of care for patients with AML in 40 years. More than 10,000 patients in the United States die from the disease each year. LLS’s goal is to dramatically change the approach to treating patients diagnosed with AML and to prove that through collaboration a precision The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society medicine strategy is possible. is making vital breakthroughs with new therapies, and supporting our patients every day. This could not happen without organizations like The Nashville Wine Auction and their many generous supporters. We at LLS are so grateful! Jeff Parsley, Executive Director

18 | Our Mission Make-A-Wish® Middle Tennessee

With your support tonight… Make-A-Wish® Middle Tennessee can enrich the life of a child suffering from cancer by granting wishes to positively improve their spirit.

Make-A-Wish® exists to grant the wishes of children who are facing life- threatening medical conditions. Make-A-Wish® Middle Tennessee serves 38 counties and will grant more than 130 wishes this year with the help of dedicated volunteers. The impact of a wish can have a lasting effect on a wish child and their family. We recently heard from Lindsay, a wish mom, whose son, Josh, wished to be a rodeo cowboy. Josh and his parents spent a week on a working cattle ranch in Roswell, New Mexico. They rode horses, Josh, 6, brain tumor helped with daily chores and “I wish to be a rodeo cowboy.” lived the authentic cowboy life. The town of Roswell even orchestrated an entire rodeo in Josh’s honor. A highlight for him was meeting Miss New Mexico and seeing rattlesnakes.

More than a year after the wish trip, Lindsay says, “We didn’t know our family needed this wish. It gave us a chance to relax, leave behind his treatments (for his brain tumor) and just be together. We did not realize we had been ‘white-knuckling’ our way through life since he was diagnosed.”

Sadly, that white-knuckle feeling Lindsay describes is common in many of our wish families. So often, their lives change course in a matter of days or even hours. A wish experience can be the first time since a diagnosis that a kid can be a kid and a family can be a family.

“With the help of wonderful supporters like Nashville Wine Auction, Make-A-Wish® Middle Tennessee can deliver that welcomed respite to even more wish kids and their families.”

Beth Torres, President & CEO Make-A-Wish® Middle Tennessee

Our Mission | 19 PearlPoint Cancer Support

With your support tonight… PearlPoint Cancer Support can educate and offer vital guidance and resources to adults facing cancer.

My PearlPoint (mypearlpoint.org) is a resource for easy-to-understand, reliable information to help create a more confident cancer journey for health professionals, their patients and loved ones. All the resources on My PearlPoint are easy-to-understand and medically vetted by their Scientific Advisory Team, made up of oncologists and healthcare professionals across the country.

Through My PearlPoint users may: • Learn about cancer and its treatment • Discover information about clinical trials as a treatment option • Get nutrition guidance and tips for managing side effects • Find advice and support for living with and beyond cancer • Use the Cancer Handbook as a guidebook through treatment and survivorship • Create a profile to receive personalized resources, updates, and more

One-On-One Nutrition Education In addition to a patient education website, PearlPoint also offers free one-on-one phone and email consultations with their Nutrition Educator. Their Nutrition Educator is a registered dietitian, experienced in oncology nutrition who can assist survivors with healthy eating strategies and side effect management.

20 | Our Mission Saint Thomas Cancer Network

With your support tonight… Saint Thomas Cancer Network will help Saint Thomas patients move through their Cancer Care Cancer Care Genetics Program.

Saint Thomas Health is Middle Tennessee’s most comprehensive healthcare provider. As the only faith-based regional healthcare provider, Saint Thomas Health is supported by over 5,100 physicians and nearly 6,000 associates under the common mission of one healing community.

Saint Thomas Health began a program to provide cancer genetic consultation and comprehensive risk assessment to individuals and families concerned about familial risk of cancer in 2011. The Cancer Care Genetics Program provides individualized comprehensive cancer risk assessment and facilitation of genetic testing for hereditary susceptibility to cancer. The focus is on the individual and their ability to comprehend and understand information shared, allowing them to make the most “The gift will be used in support of informed choices possible. our Cancer Care Genetics Program at Saint Thomas Health. The program will The program was beyond provide cancer genetic consultation capacity. Nashville Wine and comprehensive risk assessment to Auction helped fund an individuals and families concerned about additional cancer genetics familial risk of cancer. provider and more efficient tools (Progeny Software) The support we receive from friends, to care for those in need. such as you, makes it possible for Saint The addition of the Progeny Thomas Health to provide the best in care, software and a second research, and technology…We are grateful Genetic Counselor expands to have you as a partner in our mission.” the services from 75 to approximately 250 individuals Dan Thompson, Executive Director, per year and potentially many Saint Thomas Health Foundation more.

Our Mission | 21 St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

With your support tonight . . . St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will continue cutting edge cancer research and provide care and support for families of children impacted by cancer.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases – and that is making an important difference to countless children like Mabry. Treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20 percent to 80 percent since the hospital opened more than 50 years ago. St. Jude is working to drive the overall survival rate for childhood cancer to 90 percent, and we won’t stop until no child dies from cancer. Mabry, age 3, acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Your gift will have an impact on families in Tennessee and far beyond. St. Jude has treated patients in all 50 states and from around the world. And because St. Jude shares the discoveries it makes, every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children. Join the St. Jude mission by visiting stjude. org, liking St. Jude on Facebook (facebook.com/stjude) and following us on Twitter (@stjude).

Your support tonight helps ensure families, like Mabry’s, never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.

22 | Our Mission Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center

With your support tonight… the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center can continue its cutting edge research to find a cure for cancer, once and for all!

The Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) has one competitor – cancer − and one ultimate goal: to reduce the burden of this disease in Tennessee, across the nation and around the world. VICC is a leader in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer. The center’s world-renowned team of experts provides an integrated, personalized and patient-centered approach to cancer care, including treatment, research, support, education and community engagement.

From the point of diagnosis through the cancer care continuum, VICC patients find support through comprehensive patient and family-centered programs. VICC is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of just two centers in Tennessee and 47 in the country to earn this highest distinction, and ranks in the top 10 nationwide for cancer research grant support. Learn more at www.vicc.org or on Facebook at facebook.com/vanderbiltingram. “The innovative scientific research by our cancer investigators and the ability to deliver precision medicine to our patients would not be possible without funding and support from national and community partners. We remain thankful for the funds provided by the Nashville Wine Auction which help support basic scientific discovery as well as translational research for the benefit of our patients in the clinic.”

Jennifer A. Pietenpol, Ph.D., Executive Vice President for Research, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Director, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, B.F. Byrd Jr. Professor of Oncology, Professor of Biochemistry, Cancer Biology and Otolaryngology Our Mission | 23 24 | Our Mission Featured Guests

What is a California Collectible? Collectible wines are just that: wines that are, in the mind of the collector, worthy of being sought-after and become a prize or symbol of pride. Whether you are an immediate indulger or conscious cellarer (or both), there is no doubt that collectible wines are the pinnacle of the lifestyle of a true oenophile. They strike the perfect balance between value, taste, complexity, character, and ageability.

Some believe that California has a reputation as a place where anyone can prosper and anything can grow. Yet while there are plenty of ambitious winemakers, there are only a few grapes that can produce world-class wines, worthy of being dubbed a “collectible.” Without a doubt, the six wineries celebrated at this year’s l’Eté du Vin have what it takes.

They bring to the table impressive growing and winemaking techniques, intense passion and dedication to the craft, and undoubtedly remarkable products that excite collectors around the world, and Nashville Wine Auction is thrilled to celebrate them this summer.

Featured Guests | 27 International Superstar

Though recognized for its contemporary cultural, political, and viticultural acclaim, Schramsberg’s history dates way back to 1862, in the midst of turbulent Civil War in the United States, when German immigrant Jacob Schram first started the winery on Diamond Mountain.

After Schram’s death in 1905, phylloxera and prohibition devastated the wine industry in California. The Schramsberg property was first sold in 1912 and later passed from one wealthy yet disinterested owner to the next for a series of decades. Finally, in 1965, it was purchased by Jack and Jamie Davies, who restored the estate and brought it to critical acclaim. The Davies set out to produce sparkling wine – specifically, “America’s most prestigious, select and admired sparkling wine; chosen for special guests, special gifts, pampering one’s self and expressing one’s taste in unique products.” And they did succeed in that goal. Through the decades, this spirit of innovation earned Schramsberg and the Davies worldwide praise and recognition.

Schramsberg has also played a role in world history. The Blanc de Blancs was used for President Nixon’s 1972 “Toast to Peace” with China’s Premier Zhou Enlai. Schramsberg’s sparkling wines have been served at official State functions by every U.S. Presidential administration since.

If there is anything to be said for California sparkling wine, Schramsberg sets the standard and is a shining superstar by all accounts.

28 | Featured Guests Passion Project

With internationally successful Schramsberg sparkling wines in production, gaining critical acclaim and recognition, the Davies family began to experiment with other varietals in the vineyards surrounding the winery, simply for the love of winemaking. They were especially interested in finding ways to manage heavy tannins and tight structure sometimes characteristic of fruit grown on Diamond Mountain.

In 1994, the first red wine grapes were planted on the estate. Most wineries take full advantage to harvest their first grapes within 3-4 years after planting, but this was not so with Davies Vineyards. They waited seven years before releasing their first commercial vintage in 2001. Throughout this time they kept tweaking blocks in the vineyard and furthering their own knowledge and experimentation.

Focusing on Burgundian and Bordeaux styled wines – preferring these over the much bigger, more showy, fruit forward wines that you often find in the Napa area, this passion project for the Davies family has resulted in a delicate (and highly acclaimed) Old World-style of wine, with subtle tannins. Within the rugged and intrinsically tannic California climate, this is no small feat. The wine is produced in extremely small quantities, and their stock sells out almost instantly.

What began as a passion has turned into a highly collectible and sought- after prize.

Featured Guests | 29 Monique & Hugh Davies Owners of Schramsberg Vineyards and Davies Vineyards

One might say that Hugh Davies was born with a wineglass in his hand, and that wouldn’t be too far from the truth. Hugh was born in 1965, the same year that his parents, Jack and Jamie Davies, purchased the abandoned Schramsberg Estate in Calistoga. Hugh grew up amongst the vines, caves, tanks and barrels that make Schramsberg Vineyards what it is today; the premier producer of American sparkling wines. Named President of Schramsberg Vineyards in 2005, Hugh had already spent multiple years as the winemaker and general manager of the winery. He earned a master’s degree in enology from the University of California, an undergraduate degree from Bowdoin College in Maine, and honed his skills at Möet et Chandon in Epernay, Petaluma Winery in South Australia, and Mumm Napa Valley.

Monique Davies is the young, vibrant matriarch of California’s historic Schramsberg sparkling wine house and Davies Vineyards. As the wife of the wineries’ vintner, Hugh Davies, Monique follows in the footsteps of Jamie Davies, her late mother-in-law and “Grande Dame” of sparkling wine. Monique carries on the tradition of the Davies’ dedication to family, community, and exceptional wine. Raised in the Napa Valley, Monique left to attend Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Following college, Monique returned home and joined the exclusive Auberge du Soleil in the special events department, where her enthusiasm for wine and entertaining blossomed. Monique continued on to Joseph Phelps Vineyards, where during her 13-year tenure, she rose to the position of western regional sales and marketing manager. As an ambassador for Phelps, she became invaluable as she cultivated a broad knowledge of the wine industry.

In 2004 Monique and Hugh married. In the time since, their shared passion for wine, community and the outdoors have flourished, along with their strong devotion to family. With a striking similarity to Hugh’s childhood, the couple is raising three sons, Emrys, Nelson, and Hugh Jr., on the historic Schramsberg property.

30 | Featured Guests Pinot Pioneer

David Hirsch was a true pioneer of California’s Sonoma Coast. In an effort to purchase land before California’s inevitable population influx, Hirsch found an inexpensive 400-acre sheep ranch in Sonoma. No one wanted to be there (the area used to be redwood forests, but had since been completely logged) and it was a crazy place to grow grapes, with the ocean just a few miles away.

Nonetheless, Hirsch’s property flourished and soon became the birthplace of great Pinot Noir grapes. With minimal interest in winemaking, Hirsch sold fruit to cult producers like Williams Selyem, Flowers and Littorai. It wasn’t until 2002 that Hirsch decided to make their own wines… without a doubt a fantastic decision.

Wines from Hirsch Vineyards give the passionate drinker an experience of the clash of opposites meeting in Nature and Life like the edge of the continent washed by the sea or the wet winters and dry summers caused by the ocean and desert climates. This complex, unique site produces fruit and wines of unusual acidity and balance with a vintage specific concentration of Pinot Noir or Chardonnay.

Made with grapes from the Pinot Noir grower in Sonoma, it’s no wonder that the Hirsch Vineyards wines are some of the most sought after in the area. Everyone wants to get their hands on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay made by the man himself.

Featured Guests | 31 Jasmine Hirsch General Manager of Hirsch Vineyards

Jasmine Hirsch was born and bred in balmy California. She attended school in gritty Philadelphia and then garnered six years of business experience in Prague, Amsterdam, and New York. Jasmine came home to Hirsch Vineyards to shine her light and spirit on sales and customer relations, but also to learn the land, the vines, and the wines before stepping into the role of General Manager.

Hirsch Vineyards is recognized as one of the premier Pinot Noir sites in the new world. Located two miles from the Pacific Ocean at 1,600 feet elevation, it is an extreme coastal vineyard with a great diversity of soils, aspects and microclimates. Jasmine’s father, David Hirsch, began planting the vineyard in 1980, making it the oldest premium Pinot Noir planting on the true Sonoma Coast. Since then it has become one of the most sought- after sources for Pinot Noir grapes in California, providing fruit to Littorai, Williams Selyem, Kistler, and many others. In 2002, Hirsch began producing its own estate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. These are wines of elegance, concentration and site-specificity.

32 | Featured Guests Approachable Innovator

PlumpJack Estate Winery was inspired by one of Shakespeare’s most memorable characters, Sir John “PlumpJack” Falstaff, a down-to-earth, fun-loving, irreverent character, who shares more than a few goblets of wine with Henry V at the local tavern. With this outlook in mind and an opportunity to create their own winery, Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom and composer/philanthropist Gordon Getty acquired a century-old 42-acre vineyard in Napa Valley. The duo vowed to celebrate the convivial spirit of the winery’s namesake and craft high-quality wines that featured an inviting and approachable style.

In 2000, PlumpJack Estate Winery forever changed the wine world when they introduced their 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon at the Napa Valley Wine Auction with 50% of the bottling under a screw cap closure. They made a huge statement that represented their commitment to quality as well as their spirit of approachability.

In 2016, PlumpJack, now an industry leader in the use of alternative closures for luxury wines, earned 100-points from Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate for their 2013 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon marking just the second time in history that a wine under a screw cap closure received this award. With wines that reflect both the original vision of conviviality as well as the critic-worthy quality, PlumpJack Estate Winery is an innovator of both style and approachability, not an easy feat in Napa Valley.

Featured Guests | 33 Above and Beyond

With a shared vision, Gavin Newsom, Gordon Getty and John Conover imagined the addition of a complementary estate vineyard to the valley floor terroir of their Oakville estate at PlumpJack Estate Winery. In 2005, that dream came to fruition in the form of a 54-acre estate, elevated high above the fog line, on the dramatic slopes of Howell Mountain – it would become CADE Estate Winery. Like PlumpJack, CADE takes its name from Shakespeare, who used the term to refer to the wine casks—or cades— used to transport wine from Bordeaux to England in Elizabethan times.

Given the opportunity to build the winery from the ground up, Newsom, Getty and Conover committed to constructing a state-of-the-art winery that paid tribute to the land, both aesthetically and ecologically. This commitment went above and beyond the standard benchmark of environmental responsibility, especially in the world of wine. Every detail of the winery, from the shape of the cellar to the natural insulation of the caves, supported winemaking that brought out the personality of the land.

Today, Winemaker Danielle Cyrot continues to craft high elevation Cabernet Sauvignon that articulates the intense, powerful character of the estate while maintaining a balance of mountain fruit, firm acidity and judicious oak. These layered, complex wines reflect approachability and ageability with nuanced, artisanal expression that is referred to as “modern Howell Mountain.”

34 | Featured Guests Shining Example

With their successes at PlumpJack and CADE Estate Wineries, Partners Gavin Newson, Gordon Getty and John Conover purchased a historic property in the Stags Leap District in 2011. Odette encapsulates the inspiration for the property – femininity, strength and power.

In addition to being a pivotal character penned by Shakespeare, Proust, and Tchaikovsky in Swan Lake, Odette was the name of one of the French judges at the Paris Wine Tasting of 1976 when a Stags Leap District red wine beat out the French competition to take top honors.

The estate is the paragon of organic winemaking as the small, state-of- the-art building is one of just a handful of wineries to feature a living green roof, adorned with grasses and plants and 2,500 square feet of solar panels. The winemaking laboratory is constructed from recycled shipping containers and is the only one of its kind in the Napa Valley. Winemaker, Jeff Owens, made history in 2015 by being awarded 100 points from Wine Advocate for Odette Estate’s inaugural release – the first winemaker to do so in an inaugural release and the first wine for a wine bottled under a screwcap.

Odette wines express the feminine quality of Stags Leap District Cabernets, and are a shining example of this beloved region. With its contemporary architecture paired with a modern stance on environmental responsibility, Odette is symbolic of the future of Stags Leap.

Featured Guests | 35 John Conover Partner / General Manager of PlumpJack Estate Winery, CADE Estate Winery and Odette Estate Winery

John Conover joined PlumpJack Winery as general manager in January 1999 to oversee the daily operations, provide strategic direction for the newly-established property, steadily increase production from 1,000 cases to 10,000 cases annually, and create the image, awareness and global distribution channels that would ultimately support that level of production.

The critical and fiscal success of PlumpJack Winery ultimately inspired the purchase of a new 54-acre property on Howell Mountain. CADE Winery, founded in 2005 by partners Conover, Gordon Getty and Gavin Newsom, is nestled against dramatic slopes at an elevation of 1800 feet. From the outset of this new endeavor, the partners were committed to building CADE as the first Gold LEED-certified estate winery. “No one had ever attempted this, even the contractors, so the responsibility fell to us to develop a completely original plan,” says Conover.

With CADE’s success mirroring that of PlumpJack’s, the three partners were open to a third winery when the opportunity to purchase an historic property in Stags Leap was presented in the fall of 2011. Soon thereafter, in February 2012, they founded Odette Estate. Odette, which spans 45 acres and is currently in the late stages of development, will also be Gold LEED- certified and farmed organically.

Conover spends time at each winery each day. “Running wineries isn’t something one does remotely,” he says. “It’s an agricultural business and requires a feet in the soil approach to management. It’s also a very human business and that means spending time with the people who are the bedrock of our organization. Conover lives in St. Helena with his wife, Ann Marie, having raised two daughters who are now in their twenties. He is currently serving on the Board of Directors of The Napa Valley Grape Growers.

36 | Featured Guests Fritz Hatton Auctioneer

One of the nation’s most accomplished wine auctioneers, Fritz Hatton’s wine auction experience dates back to 1980, when he joined Christie’s to help start the Wine Department in the United States. After serving as COO and Director of Christie’s U.S. Wine Department, he partnered with the leading American wine retailer, Zachys, and was responsible for the largest auctions of wine ever organized in the United States. In 2002, he joined Zachys as auctioneer and consultant for its new solo wine auction venture. The sales beginning in October 2002 have been resoundingly successful and Zachys has now assumed the number one position in the U.S. wine auction market.

Since 1983 Mr. Hatton has conducted many charity auctions throughout the U.S., most involving wine in support of arts, educational, and medical charities. Most notably, he has served as principal auctioneer for the Napa Valley Wine Auction (the world’s largest charity auction) since 1998. In June of 2000, Fritz sold the most expensive bottle of wine ever offered at auction, an imperial of Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon 1992, which sold for $500,000.

In the fall of 1998, Mr. Hatton launched Arietta, a super-premium winery featuring Bordeaux- style blends, in partnership with winemaker John Kongsgaard. Fritz and his wife Caren purchased the Kongsgaards’ share in Arietta in 2005, and became sole owners. One of Napa’s finest winemakers, Andy Erickson, has fashioned the Arietta wines since that time.

Featured Guests | 37 Chef Levon Wallace Executive Chef of Gray & Dudley

Levon Wallace’s thoughtful approach combines technique, creativity and aesthetics to craft menus that reflect his West Coast roots. A California native and graduate of the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, Wallace apprenticed at some of the city’s finest restaurants before becoming Chef de Cuisine at the Ojai Valley Inn, receiving both AAA Four and Five Diamond Restaurant Awards.

Wallace previously worked with 21c Museum Hotels in Louisville, when he joined Proof on Main in 2012. During his time there, 21c Louisville was selected among Bon Appetit’s “10 Best Hotels for Food Lovers,” and he was selected by Star Chefs as the 2014 Rising Star Chef. Wallace returned to 21c Museum Hotels in September after serving as the opening executive chef of James Beard Award winner Donald Link’s Cochon Butcher Nashville.

“The creative vision that 21c brings to its properties is something that has always been a source of inspiration in my cooking and approach to leadership,” said Wallace. “I’m excited and energized to return and be a part of the 21c vision here in my current home of Nashville. I have developed great relationships with local farmers and purveyors and welcome the opportunity to showcase the region’s extraordinary agricultural pantry and work with a terrific team.”

38 | Featured Guests Tom Black Vintners’ Tasting Moderator

Tom Black has a long track record of success as a business leader in the banking industry. He has led several top companies, providing innovative marketing and technology solutions for the industry. If you’ve ever used an ATM, signed up for a premium checking bank account, or have seen images of your checks on your bank statement, then you’ve seen some of Tom Black’s handiwork.

Tom has been a co-founder or founder of several start-ups, three of which he helped take public. Currently he runs the Tom Black Center for Excellence which customizes sales training and coaching services for companies of all sizes. He was written several books including the wildly popular Boxcar Millionaire.

In addition to Tom’s love for business, he is equally, if not more, passionate about wine. After a weekend trip to Napa Valley in 1986, Tom fell in love with wine, and has not looked back since. Tom makes two wines with Jim Clendenen of Au Bon Climat only made available through charity wine auctions like Nashville Wine Auction. With a cellar at one time consisting of more than 60,000 bottles of wine, Tom has formed one of the largest and most well-rounded collections in the United States. Tom has been a National Board member in the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, a Chambellan in the Ordre de Côuteaux, the highest rank a non-Champagne producer can achieve, and was chosen as one of six collectors to participate in the Millennium wine project for the Smithsonian Institute. He has written over 200 published articles on wine and has a free wine app (TomBlackWine. com).

As one of the world’s most knowledgeable and well-known wine experts, Tom Black has been featured in international food and wine magazines and is highly respected among celebrity chefs and winemakers alike. Using his passion for wine as a cause, Tom has raised millions of dollars for charities across the country.

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Grand Cru

Thursday, June 22, 2017 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm The home of Christi & James Edwards

Presenting the Norman M. Lipman Award to Tom Black

Mary & Jeff Patton, Chairs

Grand Cru is a l’Eté du Vin event designed to build more community participation. It is strategically held one month before l’Eté du Vin to build community spirit, preview special Live Auction lots and celebrate our mission. Highlights of the evening include recognizing the Grand Cru Guild and the presentation of the prestigious Norman M. Lipman Award. Attendees enjoy delectable hors d’oeuvres as they preview what the year’s pinnacle event will bring.

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Events - Grand Cru | 43 The Norman M. Lipman Award

The Norman M. Lipman Award was established in 1991, by Nashville Wine Auction, to honor and acknowledge individuals who demonstrate character, achievement and spirit as outstanding as the man for whom the award is named.

Norman Lipman is remembered by many as a generous humanitarian and a national leader of the wine and spirits industry. He was a founder and zealous supporter of l’Eté du Vin, the country’s oldest charity wine auction. Lipman left a legacy of success, and Nashville Wine Auction has raised more than $20 million in support of its charitable beneficiaries and the fight against cancer since 1980.

Though his triumphs are unforgettable, Lipman always identified, celebrated and fostered the achievement of others. The award is presented annually in Lipman’s memory, and in recognition of individuals who have embraced the humanitarian qualities of wisdom, courage, optimism, commitment and integrity in their personal and professional lives. To continue his tradition of encouragement, nominators are asked to name a person they feel is especially worthy of recognition for his or her positive personal attributes. Past recipients have included leading figures from the wine and spirits industry, as well as private individuals noted for their love of wine and their respect for those who produce it, such as Robert Mondavi, Marvin L. Sharken, Jim Clendenen and Billy Ray Hearn.

The public commemoration of the Norman M. Lipman Award is a specially commissioned sculpture, Man of Love and Wisdom, by Tennessee artist Terry Williams. The twelve-foot, steel sculpture features a figure striding forward to offer assistance with his hand stretched out in compassion. An owl, the ancient symbol of divine perception and wisdom, rests on his shoulder. It is on permanent loan to Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville where Norman Lipman received treatment and comfort during his final illness. The sculpture is housed in a private atrium where the families of cancer patients can retire for peace and reflection.

Each recipient of the Norman M. Lipman Award receives a small steel replica of the owl from Man of Love and Wisdom, as a unique recognition of his or her achievement.

44 | Events - Grand Cru Tom Black 2017 Recipient of The Norman M. Lipman Award for Generosity and Loyalty

Tom Black has a long track record of success as a business leader in the banking industry. He has led several top companies, providing innovative marketing and technology solutions for the industry. If you’ve ever used an ATM, signed up for a premium checking bank account, or have seen images of your checks on your bank statement, then you’ve seen some of Tom Black’s handiwork.

Tom has been a co-founder or founder of several start-ups, three of which he helped take public. Currently he runs the Tom Black Center for Excellence which customizes sales training and coaching services for companies of all sizes. He was written several books including the wildly popular Boxcar Millionaire.

In addition to Tom’s love for business, he is equally, if not more, passionate about wine. After a weekend trip to Napa Valley in 1986, Tom fell in love with wine, and has not looked back since. Tom makes two wines with Jim Clendenen of Au Bon Climat only made available through charity wine auctions like Nashville Wine Auction. With a cellar at one time consisting of more than 60,000 bottles of wine, Tom has formed one of the largest and most well-rounded collections in the United States. Tom has been a National Board member in the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, a Chambellan in the Ordre de Côuteaux, the highest rank a non-Champagne producer can achieve, and was chosen as one of six collectors to participate in the Millennium wine project for the Smithsonian Institute. He has written over 200 published articles on wine and has a free wine app (TomBlackWine. com).

As one of the world’s most knowledgeable and well-known wine experts, Tom Black has been featured in international food and wine magazines and is highly respected among celebrity chefs and winemakers alike. Using his passion for wine as a cause, Tom has raised millions of dollars for charities across the country. Tom Black’s knowledge of wine and generous spirit has made him a favorite son of the wine community in Nashville and a gentleman worthy of the Norman M. Lipman Award.

Events - Grand Cru | 45 The Norman M. Lipman Award Past Recipients 1991 2001 Marvin R. Shanken Jamie Davies for Energy and Integrity for Graciousness and Dedication

1992 2002 Dr. Marvin C. Overton, III Billy Ray Hearn for Accomplishment and Generosity for Passionate Enthusiasm

1993 2003 Robert Mondavi Anthony J. Terlato for Vision and Determination for Innovation and Determination

1994 2004 Thomas J. Milam Michael A. Tye for Leadership and Commitment for Integrity and Commitment

1995 2005 Michael J. Richardson Richard Sanford for Dedication and Vision for Vision and Courage

1996 2006 Samuel Bronfman, II William (Bill) Goldring for Integrity and Philanthropy for Philanthropy and Community Service

1997 2014 Louis “Bob” Trinchero Deborah and Keith Pitts for Innovation and Commitment for Generosity and Involvement

1998 2015 George L. Fehrmann David K. Morgan for his Generous Spirit for Wisdom and Leadership

1999 2016 John Parducci Kix Brooks for Dedication and Altruism for Community Involvement and Leadership 2000 Jim Clendenen for Leadership and Benevolence

46 | Events - Grand Cru Grand Cru Guild

Nashville Wine Auction would like to acknowledge the outstanding support from our many wine donors.

For showing exceptional generosity over the years with valuable donations of wine, we honor these individuals by including them in our Grand Cru Guild.

Their annual donations keep our organization thriving as we work together to fund the fight against cancer.

Gus Bellos * Catherine & Tommy McEwen Tom Black Eliza Kraft Olander & Brian McHenry Pam & Keith Browning Patrick McMullan III Jim Clendenen Paula & Thomas Milam Pamela & Anthony Cmelak Edie & Bill Mitchell Chase Cole * Janice Elliott & David K. Morgan Elise & Harvey Crouch Tommy Thompson & Terry Murray * Ben Cundiff Dan Musielewicz Janine Cundiff Rosann & Bill Nunnelly Collie & Gregory Daily Loren Chumley & Scott Peterson * Ann & Glenn Eaden Sharon & Bill Piper * Amy & Frank Deborah & Keith Pitts Cindee & Michael Gold Tim Pitts * Marc Goldstone Judith & Robert Richards * Caren & Fritz Hatton Janet & Michael Richardson Nancy & Billy Ray Hearn Mary & Tim Schoettle Matt Donahoe & Clint Higham JJ & George Seiters Cynthia & Elliot Himmelfarb Donna & William Shergy Beth & John Huff Cyndi & Bill Sites Valerie & Adam Landa Brent Soper Kimberly & Jim Lewis Pam & Steve Taylor Alice & Johnny Lindahl * Jennifer & Cal Turner III Karin & Irving Lingo Cathy & Fred Weisbrodt * Robert Lipman Holly & Mark Whaley Diane & Sam Madison-Jammal Paula & Vincent Zuccaro

Guild donations tabulated from 2012-present. * Denotes new Grand Cru Guild members in 2017.

Events - Grand Cru | 47 Vintners’ Tasting

Thursday, July 20, 2017 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Richland Country Club 1 Club Drive, Nashville Business Attire

Tom Black, Moderator

The Vintners’ Tasting, a favorite of l’Eté du Vin events, is a seated structured tasting presenting the collectible wines of California. Our special guests of honor will lead the audience through a tasting of their specially selected wines.

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Monique & Hugh Davies Owners, Schramsberg Vineyards presenting Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc 2014 J. Schram Brut 2008

Jasmine Hirsch General Manager, Hirsch Vineyards presenting Hirsch Vineyards Reserve Estate Pinot Noir 2014 Hirsch Vineyards Block 8 Estate Pinot Noir 2014

John Conover Partner / General Manager, PlumpJack Estate Winery, CADE Estate Winery, and Odette Estate Winery presenting PlumpJack Estate Winery Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 CADE Estate Winery Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 Odette Estate Winery Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Menu Imported Goat Cheese on Sourdough Crostini, Port and Balsamic Reduction, Compressed Strawberry Cured Snapper with Herbs and Olive Oil Seared Quail Breast, Cauliflower Puree, Tart Shell Compressed Apple and Chicken Liver Mousse, Toasted Walnut Beggar’s Purse of Wild Mushroom and Braised Beef

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Schramsberg Blanc de Blanc 2014 Blanc de Blancs (white from white), made from Chardonnay, is the counterpart to the Blanc de Noirs (white from black), made from Pinot Noir. The Schramsberg style of Blanc de Blancs is dry and crisp. Small lots of malolactic- and barrel-fermented wines are added for complexity. The wine is aged on the yeast lees in the bottle for about two years prior to disgorgement. With its vibrant, fruitful and crisp nature, this sparkling wine will maintain its freshness, structure and refined finish for many years, even decades following its initial release.

The 2014 Blanc de Blancs has bright and fresh aromas of green apple, apricot and orange blossom. The fruitful fragrance intermingles with hints of honey and lemon zest. Freshly sliced peaches, pear and bright pineapple flavors carry vibrant length on the palate.

Schramsberg Vineyards J. Schram Brut 2008 This vintage experienced a drier than normal winter and spring; however, sparkling wine harvest began in mid-August, which is average for sparkling wine. With no rush to harvest, the grapes were picked at their optimal ripeness with delicious flavors, low sugars and high acidity.

The 2008 J. Schram opens with bright aromas of baked apple, meyer lemon and pineapple, followed by nuances of honey, toffee and cinnamon toast. On first sip, caramel and caramelized pear flavors are present, which are accentuated by layers of persimmon and baked pineapple. The palate’s texture is rich and coating on entry. A long finish is driven by generous and bright acidity.

Hirsch Vineyards Reserve Estate Pinot Noir 2014 The 2014 Hirsch Vineyards Reserve Pinot Noir is a selection of the best barrels from eighteen of the oldest and finest vineyard blocks at Hirsch.

Due to the site’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean and the San Andreas Fault, it has a fearsome diversity of soils, elevations and microclimates. This complexity defines their farming and winemaking practices: each block was individually developed and is now farmed, harvested and vinified separately. It is a true reserve of very limited production.

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Hirsch Vineyards Block 8 Estate Pinot Noir 2014 Located on the western ridge of the Hirsch Vineyard, Block 8 has long seduced the Hirsch team with its power, complexity and singular character. They finally succumbed to its charms, producing the first Block 8 Pinot Noir in 2011.

Block 8 is divided into 5 separate parcels, all planted in 1993 to the heritage Pinot Noir clone of Pommard mixed with Wädenswil. It produces wines with intense but elegant tannins, concentrated fruit at moderate alcohol levels, little acidity and complex aromatics. In the 2014 vintage, the Block 8 Pinot Noir was the only single block bottling produced at Hirsch.

PlumpJack Estate Oakville Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 The PlumpJack Estate Oakville Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from the 42-acre vineyard that surrounds the winery on the valley floor in the heart of Oakville. Though early, the growing season was exceptional, and the quality of the fruit was outstanding.

Aromatically expressive, this wine delivers notes of black cherry, ripe raspberry and hints of sage and clove. On the palate, layered flavors of bing cherry, chocolate, mocha, vanilla bean, and warming spice round out this rich and balanced wine. The 2014 vintage is beautifully structured and is full of energy – elegantly smooth tannins and vibrantly firm acidity make this wine ideal for drinking now or cellaring for 10 – 15 years.

CADE Estate Winery Howell Mountain Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

The CADE Estate Howell Mountain Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from four estate vineyards on Howell Mountain, including the CADE Estate Vineyard, Ink Grade Vineyard, Cold Springs, and Eagle Summit.

The 2014 vintage was perfect for ripening Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon. It is soft, supple, open-knit and a real beauty. The color is a healthy, deep purple and the wine full-bodied, rich with mulberry, black cherry, dark chocolate, blackcurrant and blackberry fruit, graphite and spice – insanely approachable now given its silky personality.

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Odette Estate Winery Stag’s Leap District Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

The 2014 Odette Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District is a beautiful wine, revealing the unique characteristics and terroir of the Odette Estate Vineyard within the Stags Leap District AVA. The aromatics fly out of the glass, and the flavors linger on the palate with notes of black cherries, ripe raspberries, black currant, violets and crushed rocks interwoven into this full-bodied and expressive Cabernet Sauvignon. Vibrant acidity adds freshness and compliments the purity of fruit, leading into the long persistent finish.

This vintage was sourced from various blocks on the forty-five-acre estate. The exceptional warmth and length of the growing season allowed winemaker, Jeff Owens, to pick individual blocks at the peak of flavor and phenolic ripeness. There were a total of 23 passes across the estate vineyard over a week and a half span, enabling each micro block to be captured at optimal ripeness.

52 | Events - Vintners’ Tasting Commemorative 6-Pack of California Collectibles

Take all the California Collectibles home with you! The first 24 guests to make a special donation to the Nashville Wine Auction tonight, will receive a Commemorative 6-pack. Each bottle has been carefully selected and signed by the winery’s featured guest making this pack truly collectible. To top it all off, igourmet.com has added a $50 gift card along with a list of their gourmet cheeses to pair with these amazing wines.

California Collectibles Commemorative 6-pack is available for $700, and includes one bottle of each:

Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs 2014

J. Davies Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Hirsch Reserve Estate Pinot Noir 4

PlumpJack Estate Winery Oakville Napa Valley Syrah 2014

CADE Estate Winery Howell Mountain Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Odette Estate Winery Stags Leap District Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Your generous support will assist our mission to unite the wine community to fund the fight against cancer.

This Commemorative 6-Pack will be available for purchase at the Vintners’ Tasting or as Silent Auction Lot 208.

Set-Price Signup: $700 per 6-Pack

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Friday July 21, 2017 7:00 pm 21c Museum Hotel 221 2nd Avenue North, Nashville Cocktail Attire

Reception Gallery Two

Schramsberg Vineyards, Davies Vineyards, and Hirsch Vineyards Gallery Three

PlumpJack Estate Winery, CADE Estate Winery, and Odette Estate Winery Gallery Four

Prepared by Levon Wallace, Executive Chef of Gray & Dudley

The Patrons’ Dinner is a special opportunity for the gourmand to gather together and enjoy decadent wine and food. The evening will begin with a sparkling reception followed by two gourmet dinners prepared by Chef Levon Wallace. The Chef’s culinary creations will be paired with the exquisite wines from the Guests of Honor.

Patrons’ Event sponsored by

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Reception Schramsberg J. Schram Rosé 2008 Hirsch Estate Chardonnay 2015 CADE Estate Winery Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2014

Schramsberg Vineyards, Davies Vineyards, and Hirsch Vineyards Dinner Menu

First Course Tobacco Cured Duck, Summer Corn Purée, Tarragon, Black Pepper, Cherries Hirsch Vineyards San Andreas Fault Estate Pinot Noir 2014 Hirsch Vineyards San Andreas Fault Estate Pinot Noir 2011

Second Course Cracklin’ Pork Belly, Crowder Peas, Stone Fruit Conserva, Pinot Redux Hirsch Vineyards Raschen Ridge Estate Pinot Noir 2015 Hirsch Vineyards East Ridge Estate Pinot Noir 2015

Third Course Black Cocoa Rigatoni, Lamb Ragu, Rye Crumble, Cassis J. Davies Jamie Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 J. Davies Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Dessert Alabama Peach Sorbet and Ice Cream Cake, Popped Sorghum and Smoked Sea Salt Whip Schramsberg Crémant Demi-Sec 2013

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PlumpJack Estate Winery, CADE Estate Winery, and Odette Estate Winery Dinner Menu

First Course Grilled Shrimp, Heirloom Melon, Coriander, Corn Broth PlumpJack Estate Winery Napa Valley Reserve Chardonnay 2015

Second Course Stuffed Brioche-Duck Pastrami, Bread and Butter Cabbage, Soft Egg, Cave-Aged Gruyere, Blackberry Mostarda PlumpJack Estate Winery Napa Valley Syrah 2014

Third Course Braised Short Rib, Baby Onions, Shiitake Mushrooms, Bourbon Barrel Five Spice CADE Estate Winery Howell Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 (with Cork) CADE Estate Winery Howell Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 (with Screwcap)

Dessert Olive & Sinclair Dark Chocolate Cremeux, Black Cocoa Sponge, Cherries, Smoked Almonds PlumpJack Estate Winery Napa Valley Merlot 2014

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J. Schram Rosé 2008 J. Schram Rosé is the epitome of grace, style and elegance in a glass; it lends itself to be served as an aperitif with a first course or a light main course. Courses might include consummés, cedar planked lobster, scallop ceviche, grilled swordfish, fresh crab, grilled poultry or roasted pork loin.

The 2008 J. Schram Rosé exhibits generous aromas of Marasca cherry, Red Delicious apple and notes of toasted brioche. Concentrated flavors of fresh strawberry, balanced with tangy raspberry, envelope the subtle nuances of almond paste and Meyer lemon curd. The palate provides an acidic backbone that supports the wine’s supple and creamy texture, leading into a long, lingering finish.

Hirsch Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2015 As with all the wines from Hirsch Vineyards, the purpose of their Chardonnay is to bring you a profound expression of this unique vineyard site. Through farming and winemaking, they strive to bring the acidity and minerality of the site forward with fruit and oak playing a secondary role. Exceptionally low yields in the 2015 vintage resulted in wines of remarkable concentration. This year, the vineyard yielded a scant 1.3 tons per acre, which produced only 245 cases.

The 2015 vintage is moderately light golden yellow color in the glass. The wine aims to please upon opening, offering hi-tone scents of lemon curd, grilled pineapple and poached pear. The fruit speaks in this harmonious wine with delicious flavors of lemon, pear and apple accented with a saline note. It is slightly creamy on the palate with juicy acidity and beautiful integration of oak. Very gracious and classy.

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Hirsch Vineyards San Andreas Fault Estate Pinot Noir 2014 The San Andreas Fault is Hirsch Vineyards’ signature Pinot Noir and is crafted to represent the entirety of this multifaceted vineyard. The 2014 San Andreas Fault has fruit from 32 distinct farming blocks, more than any other wine made from the Hirsch Vineyard. This is the flagship wine from Hirsch and represents the summation of their complex vineyard.

The 2014 Pinot Noir San Andreas Fault is silky and aromatic, with understated depth revealing the personality of both the vintage and this site. Bright red stone fruit and delicate yet incisive tannins give the wine its shape and overall feel. This wine was aged for 21 months in French oak with 27% new barrels.

Hirsch Vineyards San Andreas Fault Estate Pinot Noir 2011 The 2011 San Andreas Fault has fruit from 27 distinct farming blocks, more than any other wine made from the Hirsch Vineyard. Therefore, it is the wine that represents the whole of Hirsch Vineyards in all its complexity.

The 2011 vintage was the second made by our new winemaker, Ross Cobb (formerly of Williams Selyem). Cool, equitable temperatures during the long growing season were matched with clear, sunny skies. This combination of moderate heat with abundant sunlight produced wines of purity and elegance, yet with profound structure and fruit density. 2011 may very well be their finest vintage to date. The San Andreas Fault is produced 100% from the single vineyard of Hirsch. It is aged for 18 months exclusively in French oak with 35% new barrels.

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Hirsch Vineyards Raschen Ridge Estate Pinot Noir 2015 This wine is sourced from the highest elevation of Hirsch Vineyards, from vines planted in 2002 and 2003. Here the marine, riverine and continental climates meet, merging heat & coolness, moisture & dryness, uplift & erosion. This area is named after Henry Raschen (1854–1937), a painter of the American West who lived on the ranch that is now Hirsch Vineyards. Old-timers called the ranch the Raschen Place, and Henry’s house stood there until 1954.

The wine itself is an exercise in resolved opposites: sexy and serious, drinkable and age-worthy, for both the hedonist and the collector. This vintage is moderately light-reddish purple color in the glass with an expressive nose, featuring aromas of cherry and earthy flora, a delicate wine with balanced tannins and a thirst-quenching finish.

Hirsch Vineyards East Ridge Estate Pinot Noir 2015 This wine is sourced from the warmest part of the vineyards and is the most masculine expression of the Hirsch Vineyards. With a steepening slope of 15 to 35 degrees, it faces predominantly east-northeast. The 2014 East Ridge Estate Pinot Noir is a selection of the very best barrels from five of the oldest blocks on the East Ridge. This wine is a powerful expression of the vineyards, with fantastic structure, concentration and fruit. This wine offers fresh aromas of black cherry and tender oak. It is delicate and well balanced with a subtle oak overlay in the background and a pleasing cherry finish.

J. Davies “Jamie” Cabernet 2012 The Davies family presents its inaugural vintage of J. Davies “Jamie,” an estate Cabernet Sauvignon crafted from the top 12 barrels made from select vineyard blocks located in the historic Diamond Mountain vineyards dating back to 1862. Bearing her signature, this wine is named in honor of Schramsberg’s matriarch, the late Jamie Davies. This wine represents the family’s ongoing stewardship of this Diamond Mountain property and a passion to craft extraordinary Cabernet Sauvignon wines.

The 2012 “Jamie” holds dark perfumed aromas of blueberry jam combined with cocoa, vanilla cream and tobacco. The palate is bold, complex and fruitful. Flavors of loganberry and blackberry mingle with dark chocolate are seamlessly brought together with fine grain tannins that sustain a long and youthful finish.

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J. Davies Diamond Mountain District Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 This wine represents the fifth vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon from the historic Diamond Mountain vineyards. Purchased in 1965, these vineyards were replanted to Bordeaux varietals beginning in 1994. A creation of the next generation of the Davies family, the J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon is the product of an intimate knowledge of a place and a passion to create a delicious red wine.

The 2005 J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits aromas of black cherry and bramble-berry combined with sweet tobacco, mulled spice, and cassia bark. This wine is rich in volume with full extraction but shows a restrained elegance with a balance of refined minerality. Substantial, chewy tannins on the palate transition to a long luxurious finish.

Schramsberg Crémant Demi-Sec 2013 Schramsberg Crémant Demi-sec is a delicate, off-dry sparkling wine: an American original. Crémant is French for “creamy” and traditionally refers to a wine with light effervescence. It has approximately half the pressure of Schramsberg’s other sparkling wines and presents a creamier texture with more exotic flavors.

Schramsberg’s 2013 Crémant has developed aromas of pineapple, peach and baked pear, complemented by hints of brioche toast and meyer lemon. The flavors are bright and refreshing on entry with nuances of dried apricot, vanilla and apple. The palate is soft and creamy with a long, lingering finish. The sweetness in Crémant is subtle, providing a fine balance with desserts, such as fruit tarts, poached fruits, light cakes, custards, exotic sorbets, gingerbread and crème brûlée.

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CADE Estate Winery Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2015 The 2015 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc is comprised of 92% Sauvignon Blanc, 2.5 % Sauvignon Musque, 3% Semillon and 2.5% Viognier grape varietals. The Sémillon and Viognier provide another layer of complexity to the wine. The sémillon brings out some kiwi, lime, pear and cucumber notes with racy acidity and lean mid palate. The Viognier brings a viscosity and mid-palate density to the blend increasing the floral, honeysuckle and orange blossom notes.

This wine has a nose filled with aromas of pear, white peach, yellow apple, grapefruit, green melon, white flowers, granite, lemon curd and lemon peel. The palate is full of more citrus, apple, lemon, lime, citrus blossom and key lime pie notes. The wine finishes with a vibrant acidity and crispness, fresh and a bit flinty.

PlumpJack Estate Winery Napa Valley Reserve Chardonnay 2015 The Chardonnay grapes for this wine are sourced from two vineyards in the Napa Valley –one in Los Carneros and the other in St. Helena. The cooler Carneros site imparts this wine with fresh green apple, Bosc pear and lemon zest on the nose, while the warmer St. Helena site lends some tropical and melon notes.

The Carneros vineyard also gives this wine a beautiful, bright, lively acidity, which is balanced by the creamy, rich texture of the St. Helena fruit. The touch of oak adds subtle layers to the nose and palate with traces of toasted almonds, vanilla, flint and spice. By foregoing malolactic fermentation, the wine retains the bright, lively malic acid, which helps accentuate the fruit on the palate and gives this wine its balance and drive.

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PlumpJack Estate Winery Napa Valley Syrah 2014 The Syrah grapes in this wine are sourced from two incredible vineyards in the Napa Valley – Hudson in Los Carneros and Stagecoach on Atlas Peak. These unique AVAs provide this wine its signature characteristics.

The cool, foggy Hudson Vineyard imparts this wine with a smoky and gamey nose layered with white and black pepper along with some floral notes. While the sunny and rocky Stagecoach Vineyard expresses the typicity and elegance of mountain fruit - intense and concentrated, with aromas of blackberry, boysenberry and huckleberry pie. On the palate, the Hudson Vineyard brings beautiful, bright raspberries, black pepper and a lively acid, whereas the Stagecoach Vineyard adds dark fruit and formidable structure.

CADE Estate Winery Howell Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 This Reserve is comprised of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and offers beautiful aromas of blueberry, raspberry and cherry laced with vanilla and caramel. On the palate, it has silky smooth tannins that glide across the palate. The wine is injected with flavors of fresh plums, strawberry jam, cedar and clove. The round weight and rich density of this vintage along with the elegant tannin and firm structure make it a real show-stopper.

PlumpJack Estate Winery Napa Valley Merlot 2014 This is a vintage to remember. An unseasonably warm and dry winter resulted in budbreak about three weeks earlier than normal. The temperatures remained warm and ideal through the summer months, which gave the grapes time to develop flavor without rapidly accumulating sugar. The results are wines with great beauty, depth and grace.

The impeccable 2014 vintage blessed this wine with aromas of raspberry, black cherry and white flowers, with dashes of mint and earth in the background. The barrels sprinkle in subtle spice, smoke and vanilla flavors helping round out the bouquet. The palate is silky upon entry and ascends to a full-bodied and rich mid-palate. The bright acid and beautiful structure give this wine great tension, balance and persistence on the finish.

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Saturday, July 22, 2017 5:30 pm - Midnight Loews Vanderbilt Hotel 2100 West End Avenue, Nashville Cocktail Attire

Loren Chumley and Michael Sontag, Co-Chairs l’Eté du Vin is the pinnacle of the weeks’ events. The Silent Auction and Wine Reception are followed by a Gourmet Dinner and Live Auction. Bring your own wine to dinner and enjoy your cellar favorites with your friends. Ask a volunteer at the Ballroom entrance to assist you with placing your dinner wine on your table during the reception.

Silent Auction & Reception 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

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Featured Wines Schramsberg Blanc de Noir 2013 J. Davies Goordian Vineyards Pinot Noir 2014 Hirsch Vineyards Raschen Ridge Estate Pinot Noir 2015 Hirsch Vineyards San Andreas Fault Estate Pinot Noir 2014 PlumpJack Chardonnay Napa Valley 2016 PlumpJack Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville 2014 CADE Estate Winery Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2015 (Odette) Adaptation Napa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Reception Menu Sponsored by Loews Vanderbilt Hotel Special selections from the Chef

Seating for Dinner 7:00 pm

BYOW! BYOW is a long standing l’Eté du Vin tradition! Bring your own wine and share your cellar favorites with friends. Ask a volunteer at the Ballroom entrance to assist you with placing your dinner wine on your table during the reception.

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Dinner Menu

Cheese Course Sponsored by igourmet.com Grilled Artisan Breads, Nuts and Honeycomb

Salad Grilled Hearts of Romaine, Marinated California Asparagus, Tomatoes, Walnut Bread Crostini, Wedge of Point Reyes Blue and Fresh Herb Vinaigrette

Entrée Grilled Petite Filet Mignon with Candied Shallot Demi Pecan Crusted California Mountain Trout, Creamy Farro Risotto and Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Drizzle and Shaved Pecorino

Dessert Chocolate Soufflé Cake with Vanilla Anglaise, Fresh Berries, Chocolate Nib Tuile and Champagne Truffle

Live Auction Begins 8:00 pm

Music & Dancing, Check Out & Pick-Up 10:15 pm After the conclusion of the Live Auction, stay and dance ‘til midnight!

Pick-Up Closes 12:00 am Don’t forget to pick up your winnings before midnight!

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Schramsberg Blanc de Noir 2013 Blanc de Noirs (white from black) is made primarily from the red grape Pinot Noir and is a complex, medium-bodied brut sparkling wine. Making a white wine from a red grape requires great care – hand-picked fruit, early morning harvest, optimal fruit maturity and delicate pressing.

The 2013 Blanc de Noirs expresses generous aromas of pear, peach, apricot and caramel, which gradually layer with fragrances of fresh baked bread. Lush flavors coat the palate with candied grapefruit, lemongrass, marzipan and a hint of orange zest. This sparkling wine delivers a clean, lingering finish.

J.Davies Goordian Vineyards Pinot Noir 2014 This wine is the first vintage of Goorgian Vineyards Pinot Noir. The Goorgian Vineyards are located at the northwestern end of the Anderson Valley, ten miles east of the Pacific Ocean and situated on steep, rocky northwest facing slopes with an elevation ranging from 200-350 feet.

Aromas of black plum and black cherry intermingle and gently arise from the glass with lighter hints of anise and violet following. The vibrant palate interplays the balance of mulberry, mocha, blackberry and black pepper, which is sustained by a firm finish.

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Hirsch Vineyards Raschen Ridge Estate Pinot Noir 2015 This wine is sourced from the highest elevation of Hirsch Vineyards, which are from vines planted in 2002 and 2003. Here the marine, riverine and continental climates meet, merging heat and coolness, moisture and dryness, uplift and erosion. This area is named after Henry Raschen (1854–1937), a painter of the American West who lived on the ranch that is now Hirsch Vineyards. Old-timers called the ranch the Raschen Place, and Henry’s house stood there until 1954.

The wine itself is an exercise in resolved opposites: sexy and serious, drinkable and age-worthy, for both the hedonist and the collector. This vintage is moderately light-reddish purple color in the glass with an expressive nose, featuring aromas of cherry and earthy flora, a delicate wine with balanced tannins and a thirst-quenching finish.

Hirsch Vineyards San Andreas Fault Estate Pinot Noir 2014 The San Andreas Fault is Hirsch Vineyards’ signature Pinot Noir and is crafted to represent the entirety of this multifaceted vineyard. The 2014 San Andreas Fault has fruit from more than 30 of Hirsch’s 61 distinct farming blocks, more than any other wine made from the Hirsch Vineyard. It is the flagship wine from Hirsch, and the wine that represents the summation of this complex vineyard.

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CADE Estate Winery Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2015 The 2015 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc is comprised of 92% Sauvignon Blanc, 2.5 % Sauvignon Musque, 3% Semillon and 2.5% Viognier grape varietals. The Sémillon and Viognier provide another layer of complexity to the wine. The Sémillon brings out some kiwi, pear and cucumber notes with racy acidity and lean mid-palate. The Viognier brings a viscosity and density to the blend increasing the floral, honeysuckle and orange blossom notes.

This wine has a nose filled with aromas of pear, white peach, yellow apple, grapefruit, green melon, granite, lemon curd and lemon peel. The palate is full of more citrus, apple, lemon, lime, citrus blossom and key lime pie notes. The wine finishes with a vibrant acidity and is crisp, fresh and a bit flinty.

(Odette) Adaptation Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 The team at Odette Estate Winery collaborated with some of their favorite local growers to craft this wine in 2014. They were able to source from incredible vineyards, reaching as far north as Ink Grade (on the back side of Howell Mountain) through Rutherford for Cabernet Sauvignon all the way down to Stags Leap for Merlot. This diversity and range within Napa Valley allowed the creation of a wine that truly represents the broader Napa Valley AVA.

This approachable Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon offers up notes of cherries, pomegranate, cranberry, dried herbs and crushed rocks with hints of espresso and cocoa beans wrapped up and supported by fresh acidity and supple tannins.

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PlumpJack Estate Winery Napa Valley Chardonnay 2016 The 2016 vintage was yet another drought year – the fifth in a row in the Napa Valley. Though the little rain that did fall came at the right time, and the vines got a healthy dose of water before and after budbreak, when they need the water for a burst of growth. It seemed as though there would be another early harvest due to the heat of late August and early September. However, the days cooled enough for the grapes to mature more slowly, allowing flavor to develop and tannin to mature prior to harvesting.

Chardonnay grapes are sourced from two vineyards in the Napa Valley – one in Los Carneros and the other in St. Helena. Each of these unique AVAs provide their signature characteristics – freshly-cut green apple, Bosc pear and zingy lemon zest aromas from Carneros, and the warmer St. Helena site offers ripe pineapple and lychee fragrances. On the palate, the Carneros site gives gorgeous, bright acidity that is beautifully balanced by the creamy, lingering texture of the St. Helena fruit. A kiss of oak adds subtle layers to the nose and palate of toasted almonds, baked vanilla and spice.

PlumpJack Estate Winery Oakville Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 The PlumpJack Estate Oakville Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from the 42-acre vineyard that surrounds the winery on the valley floor in the heart of Oakville. Though early, the growing season was exceptional, and the quality of the fruit was outstanding.

This aromatically expressive wine delivers notes of black cherry, ripe raspberry with hints of sage and clove. On the palate, layered flavors of bing cherry, chocolate, mocha, vanilla bean and warming spice round out this rich and balanced wine. The 2014 vintage is beautifully structured and is full of energy – elegantly smooth tannins and vibrantly firm acidity make this wine ideal for drinking now or cellaring for 10 – 15 years.

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During the Silent Auction and Reception, you have an opportunity to win an elegant platinum pink sapphire and diamond ring from Lindell Jewelers in Brentwood with the purchase of a glass of Schramsberg Reserve 2008 for $250. Only 50 glasses of Champagne will be sold in Bottega del Vino flutes valued at $50 per stem. One of the glasses of Champagne comes with the diamond ring! Plan to buy two glasses during the Silent Auction and Reception, and somebody’s going home very happy. Everybody wins as we enjoy the finer things in life and unite in the fight against cancer.

As for the prize, this 1.66 carat ring features 36 nearly colorless diamonds that combine to weigh 0.27 carats. A 2.1-1.9mm squared edge shank leads to an 8.5mm x 9.15mm cut corner rectangular halo crown bead set surrounded by 18 1mm full-cut diamonds. Each side of the platinum shank includes nine 1.33mm full cut diamonds to complement the type 11 sapphire weighed at 1.39 carats. Valued at $6,200, this stunning ring is quite unique and will be the envy of every true gem and diamond lover.

After selecting a glass with your lucky number, enjoy the Schramsberg Reserve 2008. This richly-flavored and full-bodied sparkler is made from only the top base-wine lots. Take pleasure in the delicate notes of the fruitful, yet creamy, dry and toasty brut sparkling wine. Along with the top Pinot Noir, the finest Chardonnay lots are included in the blend to create more backbone and length to the palate. The 2008 Reserve exhibits bursting flavors and aromas of red apple, lemon bar and caramelized pear eloquently complemented with touches of honey, toffee and candied pecan. Truly enjoying a glass is a one-of-a-kind experience as the sparkling wine represents only about 2% of Schramsberg’s annual production.

Sponsored by

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RAMEY WINE CELLARS

Thank you Ramey Wine Cellars, your loyal support goes a long way toward helping us fund the fight against cancer.

EXPERIENCE THE MAGNUM LOT 101 WITH RAMEY WINE CELLARS What makes Ramey wines so crowd-pleasing? Some may say it has to do with their attention to detail. For David Ramey, harvesting grapes at the exact moment is crucial, waiting until the last possible second to gather the succulent fruit. His extensive winemaking background in the states (Matanzas Creek, Chalk Hill, Dominus and Rudd) and overseas (Château Petrus) might have something to do with the unique, mouth-watering complexity found in this wine.

The Ramey’s brought forward a wine unlike the rest when they created a new California style that was richer, more lush and silky-smooth than ever before. This six magnum selection is comprised of Ramey’s most successful vintages across the board. Get your palates ready to experience the magnum!

• Ramey Wine Cellars Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay 2013 (1.5L) • Ramey Wine Cellars Pedregal Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (1.5L) • Ramey Wine Cellars Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay 2013 (1.5L) • Ramey Wine Cellars Annum Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (1.5L) • Ramey Wine Cellars Platt Vineyard Chardonnay 2013 (1.5L) • Ramey Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (1.5L)

Donated by Ramey Wine Cellars

Live Auction | 73 MICHAEL & CINDEE GOLD MARC GOLDSTONE

Michael and Cindee, what would we do without you. Hopefully, we’ll never have to find out. Thank you for this grand donation. And Mark Goldstone, your generosity is remarkable. We appreciate you so much.

LOT 102 ISOSCELES RESERVE… FOR THE WIN!

Everyone knows how yummy Justin Isosceles is... The name is well known in the halls of Nashville Wine Auction. But did you know that Justin made an Isosceles Reserve? With the exception of this auction lot, Isosceles Reserve is available only to the Justin mail list.

With each vintage of Isosceles Reserve, Justin’s winemaking and viticulture teams select the absolute best vineyard blocks across five Bordeaux varieties and ferment them separately. A master blend of these varieties is then assembled and becomes the pinnacle of the year’s production. Isosceles Reserve spends a full two years in 100% new French barriques before being bottled. After a year of careful cellaring, the result is a deep, complex wine with both power and finesse, and exceptional aging potential.

Raise your paddle for an 8-bottle vertical of Justin’s Isosceles Reserve, along with an additional four bottles of Isosceles. The resulting case of wine is a blend of the exceptional quality and character of the Bordeaux grape varieties grown in Paso Robles.

• Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles 2008 (3 bottles) • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles 2001 • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Reserve 2003 • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Reserve 2004 • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Reserve 2005 • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Reserve 2006 • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Reserve 2007 • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Reserve 2008 • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Reserve 2009 • Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles Reserve 2010

Donated by Marc Goldstone, Michael & Cindee Gold

74 | Live Auction BILL & EDIE MITCHELL

Bill and Edie Mitchell really wowed us this year with their wine donations. Four live lots! Thank you, Thank you!

LOT 103 THE EARLY YEARS OF DOMINUS DOMINANCE

The vineyards of Dominus are interwoven into the original history of Napa Valley in the mid 1850s, known as Napanook Vineyard at the time. Christian Moueix, of the Powerful Pomerol family, formed a partnership with Robin Lail and Marcia Smith, heirs to the soon-to-be Dominus vineyards, in 1982.

Dominus sealed its place in history with its Inaugural 1983 vintage, with Petrus winemaker Jean Claude Berrouet serving as an integral member of the team. The initial vintages are quite tannic, rustic and bright, built for aging. This lineup of Dominus vintages from 1983-1989 represent the formation of a beautiful partnership as well as the early years of Dominus dominance.

• Dominus Estate Christian Moueix 1983 • Dominus Estate Christian Moueix 1984 • Dominus Estate Christian Moueix 1985 • Dominus Estate Christian Moueix 1987 • Dominus Estate Christian Moueix 1988 • Dominus Estate Christian Moueix 1989

Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

Live Auction | 75 PRIMA JIM & KIMBERLY LEWIS CHEF ANDY LITTLE

We are privileged to have the support and leadership of Kimberly and Jim Lewis. And we will always say YES, THANK YOU, to the VIP treatment from Chef Andy Little at PRIMA!

LOT 104 DINNER IN THE KITCHEN AT PRIMA

It’s one thing to enjoy Chef Andy Little’s superb cuisine while sitting in the stunning dining room of the Gulch’s Prima restaurant, it’s even more exciting to dine at his kitchen table! You and your guests will get a front row seat as Chef Little and the Prima culinary team prepare, plate, and serve you amazing courses for your personal dinner party for eight. Inspired by the creative energy of Nashville and the season’s best ingredients, Prima sets the precedent for fine dining coupled with some fun southern hospitality. And, Chef Andy Little’s cooking always leaves us speechless.

The fabulous lineup of wines for the evening will be provided from Prima’s reserve wine list and the private collection of Jim and Kimberly Lewis including:

• Krug Champagne • Domaine Bonneau du Martray • Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2002 • Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1996 • Château Latour 2000 • Château d’Yquem 1997

VIP “backstage passes” like this don’t come along often in the culinary world! Bid high, you won’t regret it!

• Dinner for 8 at Prima featuring wines listed above on a mutually agreeable date

Donated by Prima, Chef Andy Little, Jim & Kimberly Lewis

76 | Live Auction CHASE COLE

We appreciate the generosity of Chase Cole. He’s always ready to step up and deliver when called upon!

LOT 105 PUT DOWN THE PHONE, IT’S TIME FOR RHÔNE

Whether you’re a North or South fan, if you’re “prone to Rhône,” this lot is calling your name! Chase Cole has selected some gems from all across the Rhône valley. Chase’s Case will not disappoint!

If your heart lies in South Rhône, there are some rare Châteauneuf-du- Papes, including a 2007 from Beaucastel you may want to keep your eye on. Those who fancy the Northern Rhône will swoon with the Côte Rôtie from Bernard Burgaud and the Hermitage from M. Chapoutier. There is even a Clape Blanc from Domaine Auguste to seal the deal. These rare and “geeky” Rhône wines are drinking well now and perfect for any dinner table!

• Domaine Auguste Clape Cornas Renaissance 2008 • Bernard Burgaud Côte Rôtie 2007 • Domaine du Pégau Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée • Tardieu-Laurent Rasteau Vieilles Vignes 2007 • M. Chapoutier Hermitage Chante-Alouette 2010 • M. Chapoutier Hermitage Monier de la Sizeranne 2009 • Domaine Auguste Clape Saint-Péray Blanc 2010 • Paul Jaboulet Aîné Domaine de Thalabert Crozes-Hermitage 2010 • Thierry Allemand Cornas Reynard 2009 • Domaine de la Biscarelle Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Anglaises 2011 • Télégramme Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2004 • Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2007

Donated by Chase Cole

Live Auction | 77 IRV & KARIN LINGO

We are so glad that Irv and Karin collect Italian wine. We’re often the recipient of their willingness to share. This donation is superb.

LOT 106 CAN YOU HANDLE THE SASSICAIA?

This Super Tuscan wine, with its rich taste and outstanding reputation, breaks ranks among other Cabernets. The 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc blend gives a powerful yet harmonious kick to those ready to indulge. The blend has revolutionized the way critics view wine and they can’t stop raving about it. Both James Suckling and Wine Enthusiast gave it 98 points, and Wine Enthusiast crowned it a Cellar Selection for a reason.

The dynamic palate ranges from tastes of ripe fruit to sweet cinnamon, however don’t get too excited to taste. Experts Robert Parker and James Suckling advise keeping this one in their cellar for a few more years. Are you ready to test your patience before you put your taste buds to the test?

Can you handle the Sassicaia?

• Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia Bolgheri 2013 (1.5L) (3 bottles) »» Fabulous structure for a Sassicaia with powerful, polished, chewy tannins and ripe, subtle fruit. Aromas of blueberries, black currants, rosemary and lavender. Full body, bright acidity and a savory finish. Juicy and lively. Better to drink this beginning in 2020 but so impressive now. (JS 98)

»» Red berry, cedar and light spice aromas lead the way on this dazzling red. The vibrant palate is loaded with finesse, delivering bright red currant, red raspberry, white pepper and chopped herb alongside bright acidity and firm, polished tannins. Impeccably balanced, it’s loaded with elegance, energy and intensity but it’s still young, so give it time to fully develop. Drink 2020-2038. (WE 98)

Donated by Irv & Karin Lingo

78 | Live Auction VILLAGE WINES ED & VIRGINIA FRYER

Thank you Ed for this generous donation. We appreciate your support.

CHEVAL BLANC, LOT 107 BORDEAUX’S PRINCE CHARMING

If you’re in search of a Bordeaux Prince Charming, this lot came just in time to save the day. And luckily, Cheval Blanc even translates to “white horse.”

Ever since the founding of the estate in the 1830s, Château Cheval Blanc has always been at the forefront of modernity. Around 1860, when the château for Cheval Blanc was being built, extensive work was also being done in the vineyards. In fact, even then, Château Cheval Blanc was at the forefront of vineyard management techniques when they added a vast network of drains in their vineyards. Château Cheval Blanc was probably the first estate in the Right Bank to install this type of drainage system. With its recent renovations, it is now the most modern facility in Saint Émilion today.

The 2004 Cheval Blanc from Ed Fryer is a standout vintage for this already standout producer. Some have even deemed it better than the highly esteemed 2000. Take home this lot of 2004 Cheval Blanc and experience for yourself the superb beauty of the white horse château.

• Château Cheval Blanc 2004 (2 bottles) » Intense aromas of tar, blackberry and wet earth, with just a hint of tobacco and flowers. Full-bodied, chewy and long. Extracted, yet turns caressing and velvety in texture. Broad-shouldered and muscular for this estate. This is better than the 2000. Best after 2012. (WS 94)

Donated by Village Wines, Ed & Virginia Fryer

Live Auction | 79 ADAM & VALERIE LANDA MARSH HOUSE

We just love those folks that are willing to go the extra mile. Valerie and Adam are those kind of folks. Thank you Landas for this rare and special donation, and for all you do to help the Nashville Wine Auction.

LOT 108 SINE QUA NON – THE ESSENTIAL DINNER

Many would argue there is no better expression of Rhône style blends made in California than the wines of Sine Qua Non. Started in 1994 by Manfred and Elaine Krankl, each vintage and bottling features designs and unique labels that change year-to-year based on Manfred’s mood and inspiration. His bi-annual release letters are pored over by members of the mailing list, which requires patience to join given the multi-year wait.

Marsh House, launched late last year in the Gulch’s Thompson Hotel by New Orleans restaurateur John Besh, will be the scene for this truly one-of- a-kind dinner for the winning bidder and seven of his/her soon-to-be best friends. Executive Chef Nathan Duensing has scripted a mouth-watering menu that will pair beautifully with these big yet elegant wines.

We are fairly certain that no other dinner in Nashville has ever featured this many Sine Qua Non bottles in one setting. We hope you will bid generously for this truly special event.

First Course Late Summer Heirloom Tomato Salad with Burrata and Arugula Sine Qua Non Gallinita Rosé 2014 Sine Qua Non The Hoodoo Man Chardonnay 2006

Second Course Lamb Tartare with Cucumber, Mint, Capers and Cured Egg Sine Qua Non Stein Grenache 2012 Sine Qua Non Stock Syrah 2012

Third Course Grilled Snapper Creole with Herb Rice and Spicy Tomato Sauce Sine Qua Non Female Grenache 2013 Sine Qua Non Five Shooter Grenache 2010 Sine Qua Non Pictures Grenache 2007

80 | Live Auction Fourth Course Prime NY Strip, Smoked Marrow Butter, Celeriac Puree, Grilled Kale Sine Qua Non Piranha Waterdance Syrah 2014 Sine Qua Non This is Not an Exit Extended Barrel Age Syrah 2009 Lillian Blue Label Extended Barrel Age Syrah 2009 (Made by the former assistant winemaker at Sine Qua Non)

Fifth Course Dark Chocolate Pate, Salted Caramel and Chocolate Torte with Cruze Farm Ice Cream Sine Qua Non Mr. K The Noble Man 2006 Dolce Winery Late Harvest 2005

We want to extend our appreciation to the team at Thompson Hotel and Marsh House for donating and hosting this special dinner. The wines have been donated by Adam and Valerie Landa, who will guide your Sine Qua Non journey as hosts for the dinner.

• Dinner for 8 at Marsh House featuring menu and wines detailed above

• Dinner to take place on mutually agreeable date. At this time, available dates in the fall are October 20 or 21 and October 27 or 28. Please let us know your preferred date as soon as possible. Alternatively, additional dates after the holiday season can also be provided.

Donated by Adam & Valerie Landa, Marsh House

Live Auction | 81 PREMIERE TRANSPORTATION TOM BLACK DAVID MORGAN IRV & KARIN LINGO ELISE LOEHR BILL & SHARON PIPER TABLE 3 RESTAURANT AND MARKET

It’s official! Nashville Wine Auction is launching the first of what we hope to be an annual event, thanks to Ann Eaden and our Dinners & Tastings Committee. We are honored to be friends with the Lingos, Pipers, Morgans, Tom Black and Elise Loehr -- some of the finest oenophiles in Nashville. With these folks involved, plus the generosity of Premiere Transportation, you know it will be a top notch affair. Thank you for sharing, friends.

MUSIC CITY CELLARS LOT 109 A PROGRESSIVE TOUR OF NASHVILLE’S FINEST

“Cellar envy” is a real epidemic these days. If you’ve ever considered building your collection but didn’t know where to start... Or if you’ve just wanted to see how other esteemed collectors do it, here’s your chance to get the best possible insight! Three of our most notorious Nashville collectors, Tom Black, Irv & Karin Lingo, and Bill & Sharon Piper, are opening their cellars and have graciously agreed to share their secrets to cellar success, teach their tricks of the “trade,” and share a few special bottles of their prized collections. 17 lucky bidders will get an intimate, high-end experience of a lifetime on September 17, 2017.

You’ll start this Sunday afternoon tour at Table 3 for a glass of Champagne with Proprietor and Beverage Director, Elise Loehr. Elise is one of the most respected and knowledgeable sommeliers in the South and the perfect person to begin this tour.

Then, hop on the bus. As you travel to the first cellar, you will get some added tips from David Morgan, Grand Argentier and Maitre of the Nashville chapter of the Commanderie de Bordeaux and recipient of the 2015 Norman M. Lipman award.

After visits to the second and third cellars, the bus will return you to your starting location. It’s bound to be both an informational and exciting experience, so don’t miss out!

82 | Live Auction • Sunday, September 17, 2017 • 2:00 pm • Starts at Table 3 Restaurant and Market • Set-Price Signup: $600 per person

You can also buy this lot through Mobile Bidding in the Silent Auction. Check out Lot 203. With only 17 spots available, this lot may sell out before it makes it to the Live Auction. In order to secure your place, we suggest buying this lot in the Silent Auction.

Donated by Tom Black, Irv & Karin Lingo, Bill & Sharon Piper, David Morgan, Elise Loehr, Table 3 Restaurant and Market, Premiere Transportation

Live Auction | 83 BILL & EDIE MITCHELL

Thanks again to Bill and Edie Mitchell for your generosity.

NOT TO GO UNNOTICED, LOT 110 ARAUJO ESTATE EISELE VINEYARD CAB

The Eisele vineyard is the true heart and soul of Araujo. First planted way back in 1886, the vineyard originated, as many of the Napa Valley vineyards of the time, as primarily Zinfandel and Riesling. They were planted to their current Cabernet Sauvignon vines in 1964. With its south facing vines, the Eisele vineyard has a unique micro climate due to its position in between the Palisades Mountains that protects it from the northern cold air on one side and the cooler air from the Russian River Valley that blows through the Chalk Hill Gap on the other side of the vineyard.

When the Eisele family took over the vineyard in 1969, they had no desire to be winemakers, selling most of their grapes to Robert Mondavi as well as Ridge, Conn Creek, and Joseph Phelps. Within a few years, winemakers and critics connected the dots to acknowledge the stunning quality of wines that the Eisele grapes were producing. Everything changed for the vineyard when it was sold to the Araujo family. They began producing a Bordeaux Blend reminiscent of the Left Bank, and it did not go unnoticed. Scores in Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate averaged 95 points since 1991.

• Araujo Estate Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 (2 bottles) • Araujo Estate Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 (2 bottles) • Araujo Estate Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2000 (2 bottles)

Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

84 | Live Auction PAM & STEVE TAYLOR

We are sincere when we say, the words THANK YOU just are not big enough for Pam and Steve Taylor. But we’ll keep trying… Thank you both very, very much.

REFRESHING AND SEXY: LOT 111 PREMIER CRU VOLNAY

Often described as one of the most feminine of Bourgogne wines, Volnay stands out from its red Burgundy counterparts like a lipstick imprint of a kiss. It’s like biting into fresh fruit while simultaneously soaking in its intense aromas. Even when it’s young, it can become fully open with immediate appeal. These three Premier Cru Volnay are refreshing and sexy examples of the reasons why we love Volnay.

• Domaine de la Pousse d’Or Clos des 60 Ouvrées Volnay Premier Cru 2010 (4 bottles) »» The most animated, classic Burgundian nose of Pousse d’Or’s 2010 Volnays. Racy, lively and with real energy here, as though the fruit had at last been concentrated enough to triumph over the winemaking. Good aromatic lift. This was the last to complete its malo so some dissolved carbon dioxide may be contributing to its appeal and apparent energy. (JR)

• Domaine de Montille Les Mitans Volnay Premier Cru 2009 (4 bottles) »» *Sweet Spot. Outstanding* A restrained yet perfumed nose is the essence of wet stone and ripe Pinot, all trimmed in dried floral notes. Like the Mitans, this is also positively crystalline as the flavors seem to be composed from liquid rock and deliver positively huge length along with the hallmark finishing austerity of a young Taillepieds. A highly impressive effort of impeccable balance. (AM 94)

• Domaine Marquis d’Angerville Champans Volnay Premier Cru 2012 »» There is very good phenolic maturity to the supporting and well- integrated structure that shapes the sleekly muscular medium weight plus flavors that exude a fine minerality on the seductively textured finish. This robust effort is clearly built for the very long haul and other than perhaps trying a bottle young just to understand what you have, this beauty is one to bury in the cellar and forget for a very long time. (AM 94)

Donated by Pam & Steve Taylor

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A FEATHER IN YOUR CAP: LOT 112 ARGENTINA DOVE HUNTING TRIP FOR 2

Take aim at Argentina and elevate your dove hunting game with this trip to the Posta del Norte Lodge in Cordoba, Argentina. This 4-day trip for two shooters is a combination of sportman’s paradise and luxury getaway making this experience a definite feather in your hunting cap!

Why Argentina? Cordoba’s best dove hunting is done near the famous Macha and Churqui dove roosts. Posta del Norte is perfectly located right in between these two roosts, offering 160,000 acres of Argentina’s best dove hunting fields and access to tens of millions of dove. Also, Argentina offers superb shooting year-round… it is a dove hunter’s dream! While in the field, you’ll experience professional guide services and a personal bird assistant, along with white tablecloth lunches between hunts.

At the lodge, enjoy 5-star amenities including an inglenook den, an outdoor fire pit lounge, formal dining area (think juicy steaks and Malbec wines) and heated pool and Jacuzzi. But Posta del Norte’s most famous feature is its rustic yet elegant “Gaucho Bar.” Built over 150 years ago, the bar provides guests with the perfect setting for cocktail hours, poker games and sharing stories about the day’s hunt. The calm and relaxing atmosphere of the 12-person lodge helps maintain the sense of tranquility throughout your stay, and the double-occupancy suites are great for hunting partners.

In addition to some of Argentina’s best dove hunting, Posta del Norte hunters are treated to white-glove service, fine dining, wonderful regional wines and the warmest Argentine hospitality. This is it, dove hunters! Raise that paddle and take aim on Argentina!

86 | Live Auction • 3 nights for 2 at Posta del Norte Lodge (double occupancy) • 6 dove hunts • All food and drinks at the lodge and in the field • Professional guide service • Personal bird assistants for each hunter • Ground transportation to and from the Cordoba airport

Restrictions: Dates are subject to availability. To secure the best dates, trip must be booked within 45 days of auction and taken by July 22, 2018. Not included in the purchase are: Argentina Dove Hunting License ($65 per day), Gun Entry fee ($120, If you bring your own gun), Gun rental fees ($75 per day), shells, personal service fees including masseuse, laundry, shopping trips, tours, horseback riding and phone calls, and gratuities. Airfare and rental car are not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Live Auction | 87 JASMINE HIRSCH HENRIETTA RED HIRSCH VINEYARDS CHEF JULIA SULLIVAN

We’ve been waiting patiently to say thank you to these two gals. To our Guest of Honor, Jasmine Hirsch, thank you for working so diligently with us to bring this year’s theme into a reality. And to Chef Julia Sullivan, congratulations on launching Henrietta Red. It’s been a long time coming, and we’re proud to partner with you on this lot to help fund the fight against cancer.

HIRSCH + HENRIETTA RED = HEAVEN LOT 113 (BUY-A-SPOT)

One of this year’s Guests of Honor, Jasmine Hirsch, is returning to Nashville on Friday, September 29, 2017 for a private dinner at Henrietta Red, Nashville’s hottest new restaurant! Ten lucky couples will get to experience the “It” Pinot Noir at the “It” restaurant in Germantown.

A little about Jasmine: She’s David Hirsch’s most valuable achievement (his daughter). Jasmine grew up on the winery in Sonoma and now serves as the General Manager since 2015. She’s taking time out of her busy schedule just to dine with you! And she’s bringing some of Hirsch’s finest for the occasion.

A little about Henrietta Red: It’s Germantown’s newest gem. Nashville native Julia Sullivan built her career in kitchens of well-known New York City-area restaurants Per Se, Franny’s, and Blue Hill at Stone Barns. Lucky for us, she returned to Nashville to open Henrietta Red in February of this year. Her farm-to-table cuisine is turning heads all across the area. If you haven’t been yet, here’s your chance!

Jasmine doesn’t join us for dinner often, but when she does, you know it’s going to be good!

88 | Live Auction Buy-A-Spot at this dinner that takes place at Henrietta Red on Friday, September 29, 2017. One spot is for a couple (two people). A total of 10 spots will be sold separately. The Auctioneer will explain the rules from the podium.

Each spot entitles the buyer to:

• Two (2) places at the dinner • Two (2) pours of each wine offered • No Shared Pours

If you are interested in purchasing multiple spots, please hold up the corresponding number of fingers when bidding.

Donated by Jasmine Hirsch, Hirsch Vineyards, Chef Julia Sullivan, Henrietta Red

Live Auction | 89 PAM & STEVE TAYLOR

We’re thankful that Pam Taylor loves Chardonnay and has a generous heart to share some of her favorites with us. Merci beaucoup.

LOT 114 DREAMING OF CALIFORNIA CHARDONNAY

California is great at many things, but specifically three things in no particular order.

California dreaming, California casual attire, and California Chardonnay. We’ll focus on the third. Those who like it, love it. And those who love it, can’t get enough of it! If there were four producers of Cali Chard that we might suggest, it would be these four from the infamous cellar of Pam and Steve Taylor. Kistler, Peter Michael, Kongsgaard, and Aubert. Four noble producers, four amazing (and difficult to acquire) Chardonnays.

With this lot, you’ll get three bottles of each, perfect poolside on a sunny Nashville summer day or accompanying the first course of a decadent dinner party. There is no wrong way to drink any of these bottles. The only wrong decision would be not to buy them in the first place! Raise your paddle high for one of California’s proudest accomplishments, the California Chardonnay!

• Kistler Vineyards ‘Kistler’ Chardonnay 2010 (3 bottles) • Peter Michael ‘La Carrière’ Chardonnay 2009 (3 bottles) • Kongsgaard Chardonnay 2011 (3 bottles) • Aubert Napa Valley Chardonnay 2011 (3 bottles)

Donated by Pam & Steve Taylor

90 | Live Auction PAT MCMULLAN

Pat McMullan, you’re a special person, and we’re grateful for your support year after year.

LOT 115 TRENDY 1988 FEATURING PICHON LALANDE

1988 was a good year, for wine and culture. Can you believe it was almost 30 years ago? Here are some facts for reference: Bobby McFerrin was encouraging us all with “Don’t Worry, Be Happy,” Raymond Babbitt counting the minutes to Wapner, gas was 91 cents a gallon, and every man began his obsession with Die Hard.

Meanwhile, the 1988 vintage of Pichon Lalande was quickly becoming a star! Just like Bobby, Rain Man, and Die Hard, it has stood the test of time, solidifying its place as a shining example of the year 1988. This case of 1988 Pichon Lalande, donated in memory of our beloved Billy Ray Hearn, is not to be missed. Paddles in the air... Ready, set, bid!

• Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1988 (12 bottles) »» Aromas of black olive, blackberry and currant. Complex and fascinating. Full-bodied, with soft and velvety tannins and a long, caressing finish. Pretty and satisfying. (WS 92)

Donated by Pat McMullan in memory of Billy Ray Hearn

Live Auction | 91 CHEF SEAN BROCK DREW KULSVEEN HUSK WILLETT DISTILLERY

To the very talented Sean Brock, we say thank you, AGAIN. You’re always ready and willing to help the Nashville Wine Auction. And it’s so nice to have a new friend in Drew Kulsveen. Thanks for joining the party!

LOT 116 A SOUTHERN BROMANCE; HUSK AND WILLETT

If you’re remotely familiar with Nashville southern cuisine, Husk is probably on your radar. It sets the standard for celebrating southern cuisine. And Sean Brock is definitely a local Nashville celebrity chef. He has secured his reputation not only as a master of soul food, but also as a talented charcuterist. Together with his Husk Nashville sous chef, Andrew McLeod, Brock maintains a constant stream of beautiful meats coming out of the cure room at Husk, arranged on rustic charcuterie boards hewn from tree stumps. More than just a delicious treat for his most carnivorous customers, Brock sees his curing program as an essential part of the restaurant’s mission statement.

His latest obsession has been ham-curing efforts in cooperation with the distillery behind one of his favorite bourbons, Willett. Brock has been curing hams and sending them up to his friend Drew Kulsveen, master distiller at the newly revived distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, who represents the fifth generation of the Willett family. The hams hang in the rick house along with barrels of whiskey lying in repose, which allows the exterior of the rind to acquire the same whiskey fungus that blackens the walls and trees around barrel warehouses. The finished product is the highest level of ham.

You and your guests will reap the benefits of this southern bromance between Brock and Kulsveen for a private dinner in the Husk Stables. You’ll get to feast on the wonder of this ham and drink the esteemed Willett. Each couple will even receive a bottle of Willett bourbon to take home.

The bidder who “hams it up” the most will win this dinner for twelve! Because we still expect wild hog-style bidding with this one!

• Dinner for 12 on mutually agreeable date at the Husk Stables

Donated by Chef Sean Brock, Husk, Drew Kulsveen, Willett Distillery

92 | Live Auction TOM BLACK JIM CLENDENEN

Our biggest problem with these two trouble-makers is knowing how to say thank you enough. Years and years of your support have kept Nashville Wine Auction thriving. Thank you Tom and Jim.

WINE WEEKEND FOR FOUR IN SANTA BARBARA, LOT 117 HOSTED BY TOM BLACK AND JIM CLENDENEN

Now is your chance to experience Wine Country at its best. Win this lot and your group of four (two couples) will be whisked away to Santa Barbara for four days and three nights of wine-soaked revelry with Jim Clendenen and Tom Black.

Tom Black, responsible for creating one of the largest and most well- rounded wine collections in the United States joins his longtime friend, Jim Clendenen, to make this experience one to remember. Jim Clendenen, the “Mind Behind” Au Bon Climat since 1982, creates internationally acclaimed Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs of balance and intrigue. He also teams up with Black to make two exclusive wines only available at charity wine auctions: Black by Black and White by Black. (The first is available tonight!) Black calls Clendenen the “best wine taster he’s ever met,” which is high praise coming from a man who has well over 30,000 bottles in his collection. You couldn’t ask for two more seasoned hosts for your trip!

Pick your weekend and fly from Nashville to Santa Barbara on American Airlines, courtesy of Nashville Wine Auction. You’ll arrive on a Friday, just in time to go to dinner with your hosts at Frank Ostini’s The Hitching Post II restaurant. Made famous from the movie Sideways, food critics and wine lovers agree that for mouthwatering western barbecue and world class California Pinot Noir, the Hitching Post II in Buellton is the place to be.

Your accommodations will be at Jim Clendenen’s hilltop home, Rancho la Cuna in Los Alamos. Saturday will be spent visiting several wineries in the area selected by Tom and Jim. For dinner you will return to the ranch to enjoy a spectacular evening. Clendenen’s meals are notorious not only for lasting a long time but also for lengthy discourse about the secrets of the wine trade.

Live Auction | 93 Sunday’s schedule is wide open. Whether you sleep off the previous night’s festivities, or schedule some visits to local wineries, just make sure you don’t lose track of time. You have a winemaker dinner Sunday night and you won’t want to be late!

Depart from the ranch Monday morning returning to Nashville with memories of a weekend of great fun and great wine. After spending a weekend with Black and Clendenen, you might even be considered a wine expert yourself!

• 3 nights for two couples at Rancho La Cuna • Dinner for 4 at Hitching Post • Winery visits with Jim & Tom • Dinner for 4 at Rancho La Cuna • Winemaker Dinner with Jim & Tom • 4 coach tickets on American Airlines from BNA to Santa Barbara

Restrictions: Dates are subject to availability. Rental car not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Donated by Tom Black, Jim Clendenen

94 | Live Auction VICKI HORNE LOREN CHUMLEY JANET KURTZ ANN EADEN LISA MAKI MARJORIE FELTUS HAWKINS HOLLY WHALEY

These women really love wine! And we really love these women! Thank you for sharing your favorites with us Loren, Ann, Marjorie, Vicki, Janet, Lisa and Holly.

2ND ANNUAL FRIDAY LUNCH LOT 118 FOR WOMEN WHO WINE

Wine can be strong, austere, tannic, and forceful... But there’s something about grace and elegance that can soften a bold wine and make it truly remarkable. Just like wine, women can often have that same effect! Strong wine collectors are impressive, but strong female wine collectors have a power and ease that’s both impressive and effortless. Sorry gents, the lady wine collectors are hard to top!

Lucky for 24 ladies, Nashville’s creme de la creme women wine collectors have joined together to present a lengthy, luxurious lunch at the home of Marjorie Feltus Hawkins on Friday, October 20. There’s truly no better hospitality out there. Join Loren Chumley, Ann Eaden, Vicki Horne, Janet Kurtz, Lisa Maki, and Holly Whaley as they share some of their favorite vintages and expertise. Every woman’s favorite chef, Kevin Ramquist, will be serving up some impeccable dishes to complement what is sure to be the perfect afternoon. Ladies who lunch just got elevated to an even higher standard!

• Friday, October 20, 2017 • 11:30 am • At the home of Marjorie Feltus Hawkins • Set-Price Signup: $250 per person

You can also buy this lot through Mobile Bidding in the Silent Auction. Check out Lot 205. With only 24 spots available, this lot may sell out before it makes it to the Live Auction. In order to secure your place, we suggest buying this lot in the Silent Auction.

Donated by Loren Chumley, Ann Eaden, Vicki Horne, Janet Kurtz, Lisa Maki, Holly Whaley, Marjorie Feltus Hawkins

Live Auction | 95 SHAFER VINEYARDS

We’re grateful for the continued support of Shafer Vineyards.

BETTER WITH EXPERIENCE, LOT 119 SHAFER HILLSIDE SELECT

John Shafer’s life has always been nothing short of extraordinary. From piloting bombers in World War II to receiving an engineering degree from a prestigious Ivy League school, he finally found his calling in 1972 when moving his family to a vineyard in Napa Valley. It’s clear that Shafer can do pretty much anything, so it came as no surprise that he basically started a vineyard from scratch; replanting and growing 30 acres of land for his newest career venture.

It’s no question that Shafer’s wines taste better with age. The Hillside Select has become known as a signature for Shafer Vineyards, boasting of the company’s consistency and quality at every turn. The company even ages the deep red wine for 32 months and stores it an extra year before releasing it for best taste. It’s recommended that it be stored and aged for 5 to 30 years, but we doubt that’s possible with the raving reviews attached to its name.

Of course, winemaking wasn’t Shafer’s last life venture. Although he will always oversee his vineyard and continue receiving awards for his mouth-watering wine selections, Shafer continues to positively impact the community by working with a medical care facility for low-income residents. Talk about being experienced in every field!

• Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 (6L) »» Shafer’s 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select is all high notes. Sweet red plum and cherry notes meld into mint, spice and new leather, all supported by silky, polished tannins that add finesse to the plush fruit. Rich, opulent and beautifully textured throughout, the 2009 is going to provide fabulous, viscerally thrilling drinking pretty much right out of the gate. This is a great Hillside Select. Frankly, I can’t imagine anyone who enjoys Hillside Select not wanting the 2009 in their cellar. The persistent, resonant finish is pure sensuality. (AG 98)

Donated by Shafer Vineyards

96 | Live Auction KEITH & DEBY PITTS

In the words of Carole King, “winter, spring, summer or fall, all you have to do is call…” Keith and Deby, thank you for your friendship and these fantastic White Burgundies.

CORTON-CHARLEMAGNE: LOT 120 WHITE WINE WORTHY OF TWO EMPERORS

While it is obvious that Corton-Charlemagne is named for one of the most famous Roman emperors, did you know that it’s actually named after TWO emperors? “Corton” comes from the Gallo-Roman Curtis d’Othon, a German emperor. Originally the name was Courthon, which was eventually shortened into the Corton we know and love today. Obviously, the second emperor is Charlemagne who was, according to legend, the owner of the hill of Corton on which the vineyards now rest.

Corton-Charlemagne is a glowing example of what the Chardonnay grape is capable of achieving. Its richness, power, concentration, distinction and balance reflect the noble terroir both on the nose and the palate. It somehow achieves a perfect balance in acidity, rounded opulence, and aromatic power. This mixed case of Corton-Charleys is definitely worthy of double emperor status.

• J. M. Boillot Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 1999 • Domaine Bonneau du Martray Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 1999 • Louis Latour Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2007 • Vincent Girardin Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2002 (2 bottles) • Louis Latour Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 1989 (2 bottles) • Louis Latour Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 1990 (2 bottles) • Louis Latour Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 1992 (2 bottles) • Domaine Faiveley Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 1999

Donated by Keith & Deby Pitts

Live Auction | 97 ANTHONY & PAMELA CMELAK GIOVANNI’S

They’ve done it again. Thank you Pamela and Tony for pulling these Italian beauties from your cellar for this amazing donation. We are in awe. And to Giovanni’s, we say thank you, for always saying, “Yes!”

LOT 121 A TRUE ITALIAN EXPERIENCE

Let this amazing wine dinner for 10 transport you to Italy. Generous collectors, Pamela and Anthony Cmelak, will bring Italian gems from their cellar that will inspire Chef Pinato at Giovanni’s to create a delicious seven-course dinner. This impressive list of Italian rarities is something truly special with names like Banfi, Frescobaldi, Antinori, Gaja and Ornellaia. The greats are all in the lineup for a truly Italian experience.

From the moment you arrive at Giovanni’s Ristorante, you’ll feel as if you stepped on Italian soil. As you enter the house resembling a Tuscan villa, the grand stairway wraps around a custom handmade orange Murano glass chandelier leading to the second level. The warmth and colors of Tuscany prevail through the use of custom finishes and materials.

Giovanni Ristorante moved to Nashville in 2008 after 27 years in Midtown Manhattan. Like the flagship in NYC, the Nashville location abounds with authentic Italian cuisine prepared by Chef Giovanni Pinato, born and raised in Padova, Italy. Pinato began his culinary career at Taverna del Colleoni in Bergamo, Italy. Giovanni came to the United States in 1985 to cook in New York City’s Alo Alo Restaurant. Since then, he has worked in various restaurants in Manhattan and Beverly Hills. Giovanni brought his Italian culinary expertise to Giovanni’s Ristorante in 2012.

Below is the impressive “tour” of Italy.

Hors d’Oeuvres Bellavista Rose Millesimato Franciacorta 2010

First Course Marchesi Antinori Castello della Sala Cervaro Umbria 2014

Second Course Marchesi de Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Riserva Brunello di Montalcino 1997 Castello Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino 1997

98 | Live Auction Third Course Felsina Berardenga Fontalloro Toscana 2007 Marchesi Antinori Tignanello Toscana 1997

Fourth Course Gaja Sperss Langhe 2003 Gaja Sperss Langhe 2001 (1.5L)

Fifth Course Paolo Scavino Bric del Fiasc Barolo 2000 Conterno Fantino Sori Ginestra Barolo 2001 Domenico Clerico Ciabot Mentin Ginestra Barolo 1998 Giacomo Borgogno & Figli Barolo Vigna Liste 1997 Giacomo Borgogno & Figli Barolo Riserva 1971

Sixth Course Feudi di San Gregorio Serpico 2001 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia Bolgheri 2003 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia Bolgheri 2004 Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore 1999

Dessert Course Villa Pillo Vin Santo del Chianti 2010

If you have a passion for Italian wine and cuisine, this dinner is probably calling your name! Answer the call, and raise your paddle! You deserve it.

• Dinner for 10 at Giovanni’s featuring wines as listed above on mutually agreeable date

Donated by Anthony & Pamela Cmelak, Giovanni’s

Live Auction | 99 PLUMPJACK ESTATE WINERY CADE ESTATE WINERY ODETTE ESTATE WINERY

Our deepest thanks to our Guest of Honor, John Conover, for offering this very special donation from PlumpJack, CADE, and Odette.

BECOMING PART OF THE STORY WITH LOT 122 PLUMPJACK, CADE, AND ODETTE

Everybody loves a good story. From novels, to plays, to movies, stories are an important part of American culture. With this in mind, Gavin Newsom, Gordon Getty, and John Conover wanted to unite storytelling with their passion for wine. So they looked to stories and fables to name their three wineries.

• The name PlumpJack is derived from one of Shakespeare’s characters, Sir John “PlumpJack” Falstaff. PlumpJack was a high-spirited and down- to-earth wine lover that said, “If wine and sugar be a fault, God help the wicked.”

• Similar to PlumpJack, CADE’s name also can be traced back to Shakespeare. The term “cade” was used to describe wine casks in Elizabethan times.

• Odette is a prominent figure in various fictional stories and throughout history. In addition to appearing in works by Shakespeare, Proust, and Tchaikovsky, Odette was the name of a judge from the 1976 Paris Wine Tasting. The fictional characters and the French Wine judge alike encapsulate femininity, strength, and power – the three values on which Odette was founded.

Now it’s time to create your own story! This auction lot offers the opportunity for you and seven friends to explore the innovative yet approachable wines of all three of these inspiring Estate Wineries. Your group will experience a VIP Tour and Tasting with the winemakers at each estate. The lucky winner of this lot will also receive a 3 Liter from the 2014 vintage of each estate to take home with you tonight.

100 | Live Auction Bid on this lot, visit the wineries, drink the wine, meet the winemakers… and become a part of their story!

• PlumpJack Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 (3L) • Cade Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 (3L) • Odette Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 (3L) • Tour and tasting at PlumpJack hosted by winemaker • Tour and tasting at CADE hosted by winemaker • Tour and tasting at Odette hosted by winemaker

Donated by PlumpJack Estate Winery, Cade Estate Winery, Odette Estate Winery

Live Auction | 101 KEITH & DEBY PITTS

And now for the Red Burgundies. Thank you Keith and Deby for answering the call to help fund the fight against cancer.

A HOT COMMODITY: LOT 123 GRAND CRU BURGUNDY

Grand Cru Burgundy, the wine world’s hottest commodity. Accounting for just over 1% of Burgundy’s annual production, these big boys of Bourgogne are worth the dollar signs. Bold, powerful, complex, and made for cellaring, they are the epitome and benchmark for both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. This lot is comprised of 12 bottles of top producers from the top tier of Burgundy’s hierarchy from 1996, 1997, and 1998.

1996 Grand Cru Burgundy June and September made this vintage excellent. The flowering went through in fine weather and speedily, ensuring that the large crop of grapes was able to mature evenly. July and August were unexceptional, but September had clear and luminous skies which brought the grapes to rich maturity without their subtleties, or essential acidity, having been baked away by excess heat. Given the big yields (it was the largest Côte d’Or harvest since 1982) some wines lack concentration, but their natural alcoholic richness and fruitiness are most appealing, in both reds and whites. Fine acidities will ensure harmonious ageing. -Anthony Hanson M.W.

1997 Grand Cru Burgundy After a slow start to the vineyard year, the flowering lasted ten days, giving a crop 30 per cent smaller than the 1996 vintage. July was rather wet and in August the ripening process was interrupted by heat, resulting in low acidities in the grapes by the end of that month. Hot weather in September and during the vintage produced grapes with record levels of sugar. Many fermentations went through too fast, because of the high temperature of the fruit when picked. Most red and white wines are soft and round, and generally maturing for early consumption, ahead of both the 1996 and 1995 vintages. Prices were high, due to buoyant demand for Burgundy from many markets. -Anthony Hanson M.W.

102 | Live Auction 1998 Grand Cru Burgundy After an early bud-break, many of the best hillside vineyards were caught by Easter frosts, reducing the yields and unsettling the vineyard growth. Great heat during August in some cases blocked the vegetation, causing the grapes to dehydrate. Rain in early September affected the quality of the Beaujolais and Maconnais harvests. In the Côte d’Or, an overdue week of fine weather allowed the fruit to reach ripeness just at harvest time, but grey rot was a problem. This is a vintage of irregularity due to the variety of weather problems. The picking date and whether or not imperfect grapes were eliminated are the two major factors affecting quality and potential. -Anthony Hanson M.W.

• Domaine Mongeard-Mugneret Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 1997 • Domaine Dubreuil-Fontaine Pere et Fils Corton Clos du Roi Grand Cru 1996 • Frederic Esmonin Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru 1996 • Domaine Mongeard-Mugneret Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru 1997 • Domaine Jean Grivot Echezeaux Grand Cru 1997 • Geantet-Pansiot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru 1997 • Domaine Rossignol-Trapet Chambertin Grand Cru 1997 • Domaine Bart Chambertin Clos-de-Beze Grand Cru 1997 • Domaine Comte Georges de Vogue Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 1998 • Domaine Comte Georges de Vogue Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru 1997 • Domaine des Lambrays Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru 1996 • Dominique Laurent Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru 1998

Donated by Keith & Deby Pitts

Live Auction | 103 BILL & SUSAN JOY SCARECROW WINES

It’s a joy to have this amazing contribution from Scarecrow Wines and Bill and Susan Joy. We are grateful for your support.

NO NEED TO SEE THE WIZARD, LOT 124 WE’VE GOT YOUR SCARECROW RIGHT HERE

The Scarecrow went to the Wizard of Oz for a brain… Well, those of us who have a brain would go to the Wizard of Oz for some Scarecrow.

One of the most strictly allocated California producers, Scarecrow produces a Cabernet Sauvignon that is near perfection. And they hold tight to their allocations! Most people who are fortunate enough to come by such a rarity wouldn’t want to let it go, but Bill Joy has generously donated the 2013 and 2014 for this special event.

As for the 2012, when Bill asked them if he could purchase a bottle to make a vertical for l’Eté du Vin, the Scarecrow team was so moved that they decided to donate it themselves! Aside from celebrating the fact that this never happens, we can all agree that when it comes to funding the fight against cancer, certain impossibilities suddenly become possible! And, in turn, you can now join Bill and the Scarecrow team to take home this vertical of Scarecrow and support our organizations. It’s a win, win, win, win for everyone involved.

• Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 »» The classic 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon included fruit from the 2-acre, old vine parcel that is nearly 70 years of age. It boasts an opaque purple color as well as copious notes of spring flowers, blackberries, black raspberries, and wet rocks. The wine’s gravelly minerality and spectacular opulence and density make it an instant classic. This massive, full-bodied 2012 should drink beautifully for 15-20+ years. It showed incredibly well last year, and it still reveals the potential to possibly merit a 3-digit score- it’s that special. (RP 98)

104 | Live Auction • Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 »» The prodigious 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, including fruit from some of the oldest Cabernet vines still in existence in Napa. This full-bodied classic displays notes of forest floor, earth, crème de cassis, blackberry liqueur, licorice and some pen ink. It is dense, full-bodied, prodigiously rich, massive in intensity, yet relatively light on its feet. This great ballerina of a wine has extraordinary ripeness but pulls back from the edge before going over the top. There are 1,000 cases of this classic, which should age effortlessly for 30+ years. (RP 100)

• Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 »» The utterly perfect 2014 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon (1,500 cases) has everything one could possibly want in a Cabernet. Inky purple- colored to the rim, with a glorious nose of white flowers, crème de cassis, hints of blackberry and boysenberry, some licorice and forest floor are followed by an enormously concentrated wine with fabulous purity, a skyscraper-like mid-palate and texture, a length of nearly a minute, and stunning flavors, with flawless integration of acidity, tannin, wood and alcohol. This is a great, great wine and certainly one of the best Cabernet Sauvignons of this vintage. Drink it over the next 25-30 or more years. (RP 100)

Donated by Scarecrow Wines, Bill & Susan Joy

Live Auction | 105 EXPLORE ENCHANTING CHILE LOT 125 WITH THIS 7-DAY LUXURY WINE TOUR FOR FOUR

The magic of South America comes to life in this trip through the vibrant wines, landscapes and culture of Chile. Learn what makes the wines of Chile so alluring worldwide. Private tours and tastings, luxury accommodations and VIP treatment with guides and drivers all await you on this exciting trip through the Maipo, Casablanca, San Antonio and Colchagua valleys and winemaking regions.

Day 1: Santiago, Vinomio, & MOVI After you arrive and get settled in your hotel, you set off exploring downtown Santiago, the most historic part of the city, by foot. Stop by Vinomio for a wine tasting after touring the city’s most important historical and cultural sites. Vinomio is dedicated to introducing the consumer to hard-to-find Chilean wines and will provide a base of knowledge about how wine is central to the identity of Chile.

Wrap up your first day in Santiago with a private dinner hosted by MOVI (Movimiento de Vinedos Indpendientes). Founded with the idea that winemakers themselves represent the wines (not brand managers or marketing people) you’ll get to dine with one of MOVI’s founding members and owner of Garage Wine Co, Derek Mossam. Derek will carefully select wines he thinks goes well with the meal at hand and will never dictate to you which wine goes with which dish. The night is a blank canvas, giving you no preconceived notions about what pairs and what doesn’t.

After dinner, you will return to your accommodations at The Singular Lastarria. Located at the heart of the hip, eclectic Barrio Lastarria, The Singular brings 5-star luxury and the spirit of Santiago to life. Amenities including a spa, rooftop pool, gourmet dining, and 9th floor sky bar make this hotel stand out from the rest.

Day 2: Maipo Valley After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will drive you one hour south to the marvelous agricultural heart of the Maipo Valley. First visit the family- owned Pérez Cruz winery. Aside from the swooping wooden architecture of the 3-million-liter capacity bodega, Pérez Cruz is known for their Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, and Petit Verdot.

106 | Live Auction Enjoy a delicious lunch at Santa Rita. Founded in 1880, this winery is one of Maipo Valley’s oldest wineries and one of the most popular Chilean wineries in the international market. Be sure to taste the Ultra Pehuén Carménère! After lunch stroll through the vineyards, property, and historical museum featuring many Mapuche artifacts.

Your last stop of the day is one of Chile’s best boutique wineries, Antiyal. This private vineyard belongs to Chile’s most celebrated oenologist and leader in organic viniculture, Álvaro Espinoza. Together with his wife they make two different wines, Antiyal and Kuyen.

Day 3: Casablanca Valley This morning, your guide will take you to the renowned Casablanca Valley. The valley is world-famous for its technology and commitment to terroir, producing some of Chile’s best white wines and cool-climate reds. Chardonnay continues to reign, but Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir are on the rise in this region.

Your first appointment is a tour and tasting at Catrala Vineyards. This boutique winery is known for Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot and Pinot Noir. This unique tasting is combined with a hike through their forest, and while by no means guaranteed, sightings of the shy Chilean wildcat, rabbits, and foxes are not uncommon.

Kingston Family Vineyards is your next tasting. Known for pioneering the production of cool-climate, artisan-style reds, Kingston is turning heads with its small production Pinot Noir, Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc. Wine Enthusiast heralded the vineyard as the “Sommelier’s New Chilean Favorite.” While you’re there, experience a three-course lunch with wines specially selected to accompany the flavors of each dish.

Your day concludes in San Antonio Valley with the introduction of your next hotel, La Casona Matetic. This colonial, country home-turned-hotel with manicured lawns and a refreshing pool makes this a charming oasis nestled within a gorgeous vineyard. Enjoy dinner at Matetic’s restaurant, Equilibrio, named after it’s most-loved wine.

Day 4: Leisure Day at Matetic Day four comes with a slower tasting pace and the opportunity to explore Matetic’s state-of-the-art winemaking facility on the hotel property. This winery incorporates organic agricultural practices and design that optimizes vinification. Taste their Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Syrah and then take some time to relax by the pool. Live Auction | 107 Take advantage of hiking, biking or horseback riding while in the El Rosario Valley and return to the Equilibrio restaurant at your leisure. Whatever you decide to do, just save some energy as you’ve got a big day of tours and tastings tomorrow!

Day 5: Colchagua Valley Today you head for Colchagua Valley! Your first stop is at Neyen. Founded on the site of one of the regions oldest wineries, Neyen’s construction and vines date back to 1890. They blend their wines with Carménère, which gives them structure and Cabernet Sauvignon, which adds vibrancy. You’ll explore their critically acclaimed wines through a private tour and tasting.

Enjoy lunch and a tour at Montes. This meticulously crafted wine is well revered, with the 2012 Syrah included on Wine Spectator’s top 100 Wine List for 2015. Montes is located on the lower slopes of the vineyards and provides a breathtaking, panoramic view of the upper hillsides – a perfect spot to eat and pair with your perfect wine.

Finally, finish your day with a private tour and tasting at Lapostolle Clos Apalta Winery and a visit to the family’s private cellar. Founded in 1994 by Alexandra Marnier-Lapostolle (of the Grand Marnier family), this winery helped to establish Chile as a premier red wine region.

You’ll not go far to check into your next accommodations, as you will be staying at Casa Lapostolle! With a traditional Chilean old hacienda style, Lapostolle is considered one of the architectural greats of Chilean wineries and offers luxurious guest residences with the perfect balance of sophistication and serenity. Enjoy the infinity pool, bbq patio, gardens and terraces. Tonight’s dinner is a four course meal paired with wines at Lapostolle.

Day 6: More Colchagua Valley Too much to experience in Colchagua Valley? No worries. You get to spend another day in this magnificent setting! Breakfast will be at the hotel, however the real fun starts at lunchtime. Head over to MontGras Winery for your outdoor barbecue lunch. Afterwards, experience more MontGras. The winery produces eight different brands of wine across three different valleys: Colchagua, Maipo, and Leyda, and lucky for you, you get to try them all! Also, you can make, bottle, label, and cork your own blend of wine to take home as a souvenir.

108 | Live Auction Next, you’ll be taken to Laura Hartwig winery to experience a private wine tour like never before. Begin with a carriage ride around the property, (including polo fields), and end at a traditional bodega. Also a member of MOVI, Laura Bisquertt and her husband Alejandro Hartwig make their wine as a retirement project, and have received 95 points from James Suckling for their 2012 blend.

Your last night in Chile will be spent back at the fabulous Lapostolle Residences where you’ll have dinner and prepare your goodbyes!

Day 7: Relax or Explore! For your last day in wine-making paradise, you can stay and further explore Lapostolle, or you have the option to visit the Colchagua Museum in Santa Cruz. This is the largest private museum in Chile that features pre- Columbian anthropomorphic ceramics from all over Latin America.

And with that you’ll be transferred to the airport and off to the states with fond memories of your time spent in enchanting Chile!

This trip includes: • 6 nights hotel accommodations • 6 breakfasts at hotels • 5 lunches and 5 dinners • All transfers per itinerary in private vehicle with guide

Please note: The itinerary presented is a complete trip for two couples. You can also add a third couple to your trip (at the cost of one half of the winning bid), customize your itinerary, upgrade your accommodations or add additional days. Work with Nashville Wine Auction staff after the auction to book and/or alter your trip. Additional costs over what is listed above are the responsibility of the buyer(s). Please contact Nashville Wine Auction staff with potential travel dates to verify supplier availability before booking flights.

Restrictions: Itinerary subject to change based on availability at time of booking. Trip does not include airfare or train travel, additional meals, wine with meals, and transfers not specified in the itinerary. Personal expenses, tips and gratuities, travel insurance (strongly recommended) also not included. For best availability of suppliers, a minimum of two months advance notice of selected dates is required. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Live Auction | 109 HARLAN LOREN CHUMLEY & SCOTT PETERSON PAM & STEVE TAYLOR CHEF SCOTT CONANT

This is a special group of friends indeed. Thank you to Pam and Steve for this generous contribution of wine, and to Chef Scott Conant for keeping Nashville in your heart and offering your time and talents, and to Loren and Scott for what’s sure to be the finest hospitality. Nashville Wine Auction would also like to thank Don Weaver at Harlan for taking the time to partner with us.

GREAT WINE, GREAT FOOD, GREAT COMPANY LOT 126 (BUY-A-SPOT)

Harlan is a name synonymous with the upper echelon of Napa’s finest. When Bill Harlan first set out to develop the estate, he based his techniques on his time in Europe where he visited some of the great European estates, all the while taking copious notes. He fell in love with Bordeaux and was taken in with the quality and consistency of the wines from these estates. Bill Harlan has achieved his goal of becoming California’s First Growth, based on the quality, price and status his wine has in the marketplace. All that, and they sell futures too!

18 lucky bidders will enjoy Harlan wines from the cellar of Pam and Steve Taylor, including vintages 2002-2013 to be poured FROM MAGNUM, along with The Maiden from 2001-2010. For style points, there’s a Krug Brut to start and a 1986 d’Yquem for dessert.

There are only 18 spots available for this one-of-a-kind dinner on March 24th, 2018. Mentally prepare for the inevitable paddle raising that will ensue.

You didn’t hear it from us, but word on the street is a *special guest* will be sitting next to you at the table... Rumor has it someone from Harlan will be stopping in for the evening. Looks like you’ll just have to bid high to find out who it is!

You’d think that would be enough for us, but we just had to kick it up one more notch. Preparing the pairings for the evening will be none other than the Maestro of Pasta himself, Scott Conant. You may recognize him as the host of The Food Network’s 24 Hour Restaurant Battle and Chopped or from his notorious cooking at Scarpetta, L’Impero, and the recently-opened FUSCO. If you’ve been to NYC, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, or Miami, chances are you’ve heard of him.

110 | Live Auction This great lot is a no-brainer, best of luck and happy bidding!

Buy-A-Spot at this dinner that takes place at the home of Loren Chumley & Scott Peterson on Saturday, March 24, 2018. A total of 18 spots will be sold separately. The Auctioneer will explain the rules from the podium.

Each spot entitles the buyer to:

• One (1) place at the dinner • One (1) pour of each wine offered • No shared pours

If you are interested in purchasing multiple spots, please hold up the corresponding number of fingers when bidding.

Donated by Harlan, Pam & Steve Taylor, Loren Chumley & Scott Peterson, Chef Scott Conant

Live Auction | 111 TIM & MARY SCHOETTLE

Tim and Mary come through again with flying colors! Thank you for sharing your collection with us.

LOT 127 HEAVEN ON EARTH WITH CALIFORNIA CULT CABS

While some may believe “California Cult” has to do with pricing, only true followers understand that it has more to do with the definition of the word: excessive admiration for a particular person or thing. We are obsessed with it. It forms our passions and brings insurmountable joy. The only pitfall of these venerated wines is their limited quantity and allocations. So when you can find California Cult Cabernets in such quantities as this lot, it’s heaven on earth! This lot of eleven cabs from Blankiet, Dancing Hares, Kapcsandy, Maybach, Schrader, Shafer, and Venge prove that being in the Cailfornia Cult following is one hundred percent worth it… Not to mention the one hundred point scores!

The Venge Family Reserve 2012 received a glowing 100 point review from Robert Parker as a wine he has “never been disappointed with.” Shafer’s 2010 Hillside Select also achieved that triple digit score from Parker. The wines speak for themselves. If you listen closely, you can hear them saying “raise your paddle higher!”

• Blankiet Estate Paradise Hills Vineyard Proprietary Red 2012 • Schrader Cellars RBS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 • Schrader Cellars Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 • Dancing Hares Vineyards Napa Valley Red 2008 • Shafer Vineyards Relentless 2011 • Shafer Vineyards Relentless 2012 • Venge Vineyards Family Reserve Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 • Shafer Vineyards Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 • Shafer Vineyards One Point Five Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 • Kapcsandy Family Winery State Lane Vineyard Grand-Vin Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 • Maybach Family Vineyards Materium Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Donated by Tim & Mary Schoettle

112 | Live Auction CLINT HIGHAM & MATT DONAHOE

Two great wines from two great guys. Thank you Clint and Matt for supporting our cause year after year.

LOT 128 TWO GREAT TASTES: LYNCH-BAGES AND COS

Cos d’Estournel and Lynch-Bages are two Médoc estates with separate appellations, unique histories, distinct taste profiles and one all-important commonality: dang good winemaking. Here’s a quick synopsis of the two estates featured in this lot:

Cos d’Estournel hails from St. Estèphe. Dubbed “King of the Super Seconds,” the wine is ripe, exotic, and exciting. The wines are rich, sensuous, age worthy, concentrated, refined, powerful, elegant and tannic. Everything is in perfect balance. The perfume offers a unique incense quality that is not found in other Bordeaux wines.

Lynch-Bages, a powerful Pauillac producer, is an age-worthy example of classic Bordeaux. The wine’s style blends power, concentration, style and charm. It is concentrated, offering ripe cassis, tobacco, wet earth and truffle flavors with firm tannins. Lynch-Bages is a wine for patient wine lovers, with 30, 40 or 50 years of evolution possible for some vintages.

Both estates offer a unique and stylistic representation of the Médoc, and with vintages from the 80s and 2000s, this array of two Châteaux is perfect for both the cellar and the dinner table.

• Château Lynch-Bages 1989 • Château Lynch-Bages 2000 • Château Lynch-Bages 2009 • Château Lynch-Bages 2010 • Château Cos d’Estournel 1985 • Château Cos d’Estournel 1986 • Château Cos d’Estournel 2000 • Château Cos d’Estournel 2001 • Château Cos d’Estournel 2003 • Château Cos d’Estournel 2004 • Château Cos d’Estournel 2009 • Château Cos d’Estournel 2010

Donated by Clint Higham & Matt Donahoe

Live Auction | 113 MARTINA & JOHN MCBRIDE CHUCK WAGNER CHEF DEAN FEARING

We offer a super big thank you to these stellar individuals, Martina, John, Chuck and Dean, for this glowing auction lot.

THREE CHEERS FOR DINNER WITH LOT 129 THREE SUPERSTARS: MARTINA MCBRIDE, CHUCK WAGNER, AND CHEF DEAN FEARING

Here’s your chance to have an elegant dinner party hosted by Country Music Superstar, Martina McBride. Martina surprised and stunned our attendees a few years back when she performed her hit “I’m Gonna Love You Through It” live at our auction. Everyone in attendance felt Martina’s energy and passion toward the fight to end cancer. This year, Martina and John McBride have partnered with Chuck Wagner to host a party of six for dinner.

Chuck Wagner is the winemaker for Caymus Vineyards, proprietor of the Wagner Family of Wine, and winner of the 2015 American Wine Society Award of Merit. As your co-host, Chuck will pour his venerable wines including Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon. Caymus Vineyards is the only winery to earn Wine Spectator’s “Wine of the Year” award twice, and we know Chuck will bring a curated lineup of special wines made by his family-- Caymus, Belle Glos, Conundrum, Mer Soleil and Emmolo!

Preparing this friendly feast will be Chef Dean Fearing. This James Beard Award-winning chef has gained a reputation as the father of modern Southwestern cuisine, and created his signature style from the Southwest’s many disparate influences. His dishes have been thrilling diners in Dallas for more than three decades, first at Mansion on Turtle Creek and since 2007 at his eponymous Fearing’s.

This will certainly be a marvelous meal for the ages -- one that you and your friends will talk about for years! So bid high for the exclusive opportunity to have dinner with friends!

• Dinner for 6 will take place at the home of John and Martina McBride with special guest Chuck Wagner on a mutually agreeable date

Donated by John & Martina McBride, Chuck Wagner, Wagner Family of Wine, Chef Dean Fearing

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CAPTIVATING RHÔNE VALLEY: LOT 130 LUXURY 8-DAY TRIP FOR FOUR

Experience everything the Rhône Valley has to offer with this 8-day trip for four. Not only will you soak in the rich history of the region, but you’ll also soak up the classic wine as this trip is packed with several private tours and tastings! You’ll shop the markets, walk the vineyards, tour the cellars, meet the winemakers, taste the history and marvel at the vistas during this picturesque trip to southern France. Here’s how it will unfold…

Day 1: Lyon After arriving in Lyon you’ll be taken to Hotel Le Royal Lyon, a 5-star hotel centrally located near the historic quarter with views of the Place Bellecour. Stretch your legs as you stroll to Daniel & Denise Saint Jean, a favorite local bistro serving up a contemporary take on Lyonnaise cuisine. Kick off your trip in traditional style, dining amongst the red and white checked table cloths, copper pots and impeccable service.

Day 2: Jaboulet and Hermitage Your private chauffeur whisks you away to the northern Rhône Valley where you’ll tour Côte Rôtie, Condrieu, Saint-Joseph and Hermitage. Your first stop is Maison Paul Jaboulet Aîné, the top wine producer of Tain l’Hermitage. Enjoy a lunch in the bistro (paired with wine, of course!) followed by a guided walk through Jaboulet’s vineyards. Then head back to Jaboulet’s Vineum for a private tasting of these exceptional wines.

After your tasting your driver will deliver you to the exclusive Maison Pic in Valence. With a culinary restaurant, a bistro and a cooking school, this elegant and stylish hotel will appeal to all gourmets wishing to enjoy the very best of French cuisine in luxurious, contemporary surroundings. For your evening meal, consider the two restaurants in the hotel helmed by Chef Anne Sophie Pic.

Live Auction | 115 Day 3: Chapoutier and Grignan Today you visit another big name in Rhône wine, Chapoutier. There you’ll be welcomed by the house wine specialist who will share library vintages including Ermitage Blanc, Ermitage Rouge, and Côte Rôtie.

After you’ve had your fill, you’ll head to the village of Grignan. This medieval town is a labyrinth of picturesque, winding roads and shaded, welcoming squares. Enjoy a lunch on the lovely panoramic terrace at La Tables des Délices. Then visit Château de Grignan, a castle made famous by Marquise de Sévigné, offering a unique collection of antique furniture, paintings and fine tapestries. After sightseeing, return to Maison Pic for a free evening.

Day 4: Gigondas and Châteauneuf-du-Pape Wake up and head out to the wine village of Gigondas where you’ll visit l’Oustalet owned by the Perrin Family. You’ll start with a private tasting of five wines from the heart of the village hosted by the house sommelier. Next you’ll enjoy an exquisite and artful three course lunch paired with Perrin family wines.

After lunch your driver will deliver your group to Château de Beaucastel for a private tour and tasting at the organic vineyards. Once you take in the scene and tastes of the family-owned vineyard, you may wish to schedule an additional tasting at the Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate, or perhaps Domaine Pégau? You decide!

Either way, your evening adjourns as you arrive at Hotel d’ Europe in Avignon for your next two nights stay. Hotel d’Europe is one of the oldest hotels in France, occupying an ideal location at the center of Avignon. Dating back to the 16th century, your hotel is decorated luxuriously and offers exceptional comfort.

Day 5: Châteauneuf-du-Pape And now for something a little different! Today’s adventure begins at Avignon’s farmers market in Les Halles d’Avignon. There you will shop for the best products the region has to offer for your private cooking class. At La Cuisine de Valentine, a charming cooking school, you’ll work with the chef to prepare the ingredients you just purchased. After class, enjoy your creations along with a selection of wines hand-picked by the passionate owner of La Cave Saint-Charles, Guy Brémond. La Cave Saint-Charles is one of Châteauneuf’s best cellars, which lucky for you, is adjacent to the cooking school.

116 | Live Auction After lunch you’ll be able to explore Châteauneuf-du-Pape at your leisure. This evening is free for you to enjoy Avignon.

Day 6: From Avignon to Lubéron Your chauffeur will take you to your private tour and picnic at Château Pesquié in the Ventoux region. Afterwards, travel south to Ménerbes and take in one of the most beautiful villages in France, full of steep streets and stunning panoramas.

Domaine de la Citadelle is your next destination, where you will taste lovely Côtes du Lubéron wine. Later, explore a haven of painters and potters in the village of Roussillon, where you’ll have time to linger. Your last stop is in the art-filled city of Gordes, where you will check into the luxurious 5-star Hotel, Les Bories & Spa, situated on a 20-acre estate of olive trees, cypresses, oaks, and lavender.

Day 7: l’Auberge, Château La Coste and Truffles! Your morning begins in Lubéron where you can shop and mingle through the provençal market. Then on to the village of Cadenet to enjoy a fantastic meal at l’Auberge la Fénière. This is the first French Michelin starred gluten free restaurant. With a delicious menu that focuses on vegetables, fish, and local products, you won’t even miss the gluten!

After lunch, visit the organic vineyard of Château La Coste. The estate is full of works from famous artists and architects. The tour is concluded by a tasting of the property wines in the boutique and a drive to the nearby farm. This is no ordinary farm though, it’s a truffle plantation! Here you’ll learn how truffles are cultivated, how truffle dogs are trained, and go on a hunt for France’s elusive “black gold.” A sampling of fresh truffle hors d’oeuvres, Champagne and a tasting of organic olive and truffle oil ends the tour in style. After an exciting day, you’ll travel back to your hotel for a free evening.

Day 8: Say Au Revoir After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport (either Nice or Marseille) and say “Au Revoir” to France, reminiscing on all your amazing experiences in Rhône.

Live Auction | 117 This trip includes: • 7 nights hotel accommodations • Daily Breakfasts at hotels • 6 lunches, 1 dinner • VIP Winery tastings and tours as listed above • Cooking class and truffle hunt experiences, as described above • Transfer to hotel from Lyon airport, and from hotel to either Nice or Marseille airport for departure • All transfers by chauffeured, air-conditioned luxury van with professional English-speaking driver

Please note: Where possible, winery visits may be customized to include your favorites. The itinerary presented is a complete trip for two couples. You can also add a third couple to your trip (at the cost of one half of the winning bid), customize your itinerary, upgrade your accommodations or add additional days. Work with Nashville Wine Auction staff after the auction to book and/or alter your trip. Additional costs over what is listed above are the responsibility of the buyer(s). Please contact Nashville Wine Auction staff with potential travel dates to verify supplier availability before booking flights.

Restrictions: Itinerary subject to change based on availability at time of booking. Trip does not include airfare or train travel, additional meals, wine with meals, and transfers not specified in the itinerary. Personal expenses, tips and gratuities, travel insurance (strongly recommended) also not included. For best availability of suppliers, a minimum of two months advance notice of selected dates is required. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

118 | Live Auction BILL & EDIE MITCHELL

We have mountains of gratitude for Bill and Edie. Thank you for the Mayacamas!

MAYACAMAS: A TRIBUTE LOT 131 TO “PRIMITIVE” WINEMAKING

Mayacamas is one of the most quietly revered and least modernized wineries in the Napa Valley. Although truth be told, being slow to adapt to change sure makes for superb wine.

The winery was built in 1889 by an ambitious German immigrant named John Henry Fisher. Mayacamas has a storied past highlighted by the 1906 earthquake, debt, bootlegging activity during Prohibition, and neglect. In 1941, the winery was purchased by Jack and Mary Taylor, who christened the winery Mayacamas and planted Chardonnay and Cabernet. Jack was a British chemist, yet the winery’s location high on the mountain, made it easy to resist progress and maintain traditional winemaking techniques. The Taylors were content to leave it largely unimproved.

Following 27 years of wear and tear, the winery was sold to Robert and Elinor Travers in 1968 after the winery had only recently acquired electricity. Bob Travers was a petroleum engineer by training, but had apprenticed with Joe Heitz, one of the pioneers of post-Prohibition winemaking in Napa. Travers continued a tradition of what you might charitably describe as primitive winemaking processes: hand harvesting at very low ripeness, short macerations, fermenting in cinderblock and redwood tanks with native yeasts and no temperature control, and aging in a combination of large oak casks and small, old barrels.

The vintages offered here are some of the greatest of all time. Riding high on accolades and praise (not to mention unbelievable rankings on the second and third anniversary of the Judgment of Paris), the 70s and 80s were a simple time of pure beauty for Mayacamas.

Live Auction | 119 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1970 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1971 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1973 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1975 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1978 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1981 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1982 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1983 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1984 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1985 • Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1987

Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

120 | Live Auction GLENN & ANN EADEN

Our appreciation for Ann and Glenn Eaden is immense. Their dedicated service to the Nashville Wine Auction is unsurpassed. We thank you greatly.

LOT 132 IT SPEAKS FOR ITSELF: 1982 LAFITE

A lovely wine, Lafite at its beguiling best. Not a thruster, not a show-off, a wine of exquisite charm and finesse... This is not a wine to describe. Words simply cannot do it justice. If you are ever fortunate enough to share a bottle, just let it speak for itself. - Michael Broadbent’s Vintage Wine

One hundred-point wine ratings are like people who can keep this wine in their cellar years before drinking it... Hard to come by. This fine wine is one of the best-tasting, best-aging wines the world has to offer.

In 2000, Robert Parker described the experience best with his 100-point rating, Powerful for a Lafite, this wine unfolds to reveal extraordinary richness, purity, and overall symmetry in addition to stunning flavour, depth and persistence. The finish lasts for nearly a minute. Plenty of tannin remains, and the wine displays a vibrancy and youthfulness that belie its 18 years of age. The modern day equivalent of Lafite Rothschild’s immortal 1959, the 1982 will enjoy another 30-70 years of life! An amazing achievement!

Known to wine enthusiasts as one of the most respected labels available, Château Lafite lives up to its prestigious reputation with this beauty. Although all of their wines come with a long list of suitors looking for a chance to taste them, the 1982 is a different breed to wine lovers. Getting a chance to sip on this one will leave you yearning for more. It’s a good thing this lot comes with three bottles!

• Château Lafite Rothschild 1982 (3 bottles) »» This is the second time I have tasted the Lafite ‘82 this year and both bottles have been exemplary. Here it has a brilliantly defined nose of black fruit, graphite and limestone that has an electrifying intensity - a brightness undimmed over three decades. The palate displays outstanding balance, a little more feminine than Latour and quintessentially ‘Lafite’ rather than ‘1982.’ Fleshy and opulent towards the finish, yet not flamboyant or as extrovert as Mouton, this is just a fabulous Lafite that should plateau for many years. Tasted November 2012. (Wine Advocate’s Neal Martin 98)

Donated by Glenn & Ann Eaden Live Auction | 121

WE CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF ITALY: LOT 133 7-DAY LUXURY TOUR FOR 4

Third year in a row, this trip is a huge success! So far, seven couples from our community have experienced Italy the Nashville Wine Auction way, and all have come back with rave reviews! Since we can’t get enough of Italy… we are offering it again to more lucky bidders!

None have mastered the art of living well as successfully as the Italians. This trip is dedicated to the pleasures of Northern Italy, whose riches are vast, varied, and yours to discover. Take in art-packed museums, mosaic- filled cathedrals and hillside towns amid vineyards that produce some of the world’s best wine. You can dine at refined restaurants that casually flaunt their Michelin-star ratings, or chow down with the locals at small eateries that have spent generations perfecting traditional recipes. Whatever your pleasure, this trip will leave you satisfied.

Day 1: Gaja and Borgogno You’ll hit the ground running the Italian way, with a wine tasting at Gaja! Since 1859, The Gaja estate has produced its flagship wine, Barbaresco… and you’ll get to experience it first-hand and learn why this wine is considered a status symbol on par with Château Lafite Rothschild or Krug. For lunch, travel up the road to Trattoria Antica Torre. Located in the center of Barbaresco, this delightful trattoria resides in the shadow of the village’s iconic medieval tower. It offers delicious, authentically-prepared local specialties, paired with Gaja wines.

After lunch take a winery tour with tasting at one of the historic Barolo houses, Giacomo Borgogno. Founded in 1871 as a farming estate, Borgogno is one of the labels that is most intimately connected with the history of Barolo, a magical and unique wine.

Your evening is free to explore Barolo, the little medieval hamlet located in the Cannubi valley. Surrounded by vineyards, this town lives for wine, and most businesses are related to wine or food. For the next two nights, your accommodations are the Relais Villa d’Amelia. Born from the masterly renovation of the nineteenth-century Cascina Bonelli on the ridge of a hill between luscious woods and spectacular hazelnut groves, and a breathtaking view of the Alps to boot, Villa d’Amelia is the perfect starting point to discover a magic region, rich in flavors and traditions.

122 | Live Auction Day 2: Fine Langhe Wines and Lunch in a Castle What a way to start your day, with La Spinetta! This modern Italian superstar winery produces some of Piedmont’s most delicious wines at their main estate in Castagnole Lanze. Taste vintages from La Spinetta’s stunning, first-class cellars made using state-of-the-art equipment and the most sophisticated grape presses on the market.

Lunch is at Grinzane Cavour at the gorgeous castle where famed Chef Marc Lanteri is at the helm. The Ristorante al Castello is located in an imposing castle erected around a central tower that dates back to the 1st half of the 11th century. Surrounded by vineyards on three sides, it has one of the most spectacular settings in the Langhe. The cuisine here features a creative twist on classic Piemontese dishes.

Next is a tasting of Gigi Rosso fine wines from their estate in Castiglione Falletto. This visit is an educational highlight (and favorite of our past guests), and provides a great foundation for all your Italian wine experiences! The Rosso family has continued to focus on making a range of wines from their everyday Arneis (a wonderful and distinctive local varietal) through to the special occasion Barolo Riserva − great wines and family.

Day 3: Truffle Hunt & Italian Riviera Dress casual and comfortable today as you visit Casa del Trifolau and experience a real extravaganza: an authentic truffle hunt! Natale, Giorgio and their dogs will teach you all about truffles and the best way to find them. A truffle, wine, and salami tasting will follow the hunt.

Save room for the next stop, a three course lunch with wines at Ristorante Donna Selvatica at Borgo Vecchio. On the rooftop terrace, as you dine, the picturesque landscape reveals the Barbaresco Tower, castles of Guarene, Magliano Alfieri, Santa Vittoria d’Alba and more.

Relax and take in scenic views as you are driven to the next resort, the Grand Hotel Miramare on the Italian Riviera.

Day 4: Portofino and Tuscany Take a breather from the wine tasting and spend a leisurely morning and early afternoon in chic Portofino with top shopping, restaurants and more at your fingertips. Then you’ll head to Tuscany! Settle in at the Poggio Ai Santi Inn located in Maremma Hills. The place is a magical one, nestled in hills of Mediterranean maquis, with the sea as a backdrop. Enjoy a free evening exploring the beauty and tranquility that is Tuscany.

Live Auction | 123 Day 5: Super Tuscan Wine Tour Your Tuscan experience continues with a winery tour and tasting at one of the great Super Tuscan estates, Tenuta Dell’Ornellaia. But is one tasting enough when it comes to Super Tuscan heavy-hitters? No, of course not! You’ll then move onto your next appointment, an exclusive luncheon at the Sassicaia wine estate at Enoteca San Guido.

Next is a winery tour and tasting at Le Macchiole. The winery focuses on achieving the purest expression of individual varieties, such as Cabernet Franc and Syrah, atypical in an area predominantly known for its Bordeaux style blends. With its distinct wines and unprecedented quality, Le Macchiole soon joined Sassicaia, Ornellaia and Guado al Tasso as one of the most prestigious estates in Bolgheri.

Day 6: Maremma Wine and Coast Next up is a private tasting at the mythical Super Tuscan estate, Marchesi Antinori’s Tenute Guada al Tasso. Antinori gained fame in 1971 with his rule breaking Tignanello, and has gone on to be the most famous name in Italian wine and influence since then. Explore Vermentino, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and more with this exclusive experience.

Lunch will be at Ristorante La Pineta, the unassuming treasure at the beach of Marina di Bibbona. The atmosphere at La Pineta is friendly but the interiors are not as intimidatingly posh as in many other restaurants adorned by a Michelin star. This may be thanks to owner and Chef Luciano Zazzeri’s humble past. He started out as a fishermen and still loves to be out on a boat... So who if not him would know about first class ingredients when it comes to seafood.

Your day concludes with a transfer to beautiful Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. Check in to the Hotel Santa Maria Novella, a traditional 4-star accommodation in an ancient building rich in history and art, strategically positioned with a panoramic view over Piazza Santa Maria Novella and out to the Florentine hills.

Day 7: Breakfast in Florence Wake up knowing that your stay is complete, but the memories will last forever! A transfer to the Florence airport following breakfast will get you on your way back to the states, perhaps satiated, but much like us, claiming “We can’t get enough of Italy!”

124 | Live Auction This trip includes: • 6 nights hotel accommodations • 7 private VIP winery visits • 6 European-style breakfasts • 4 leisurely gourmet wine lunches • Guided truffle hunt and tasting • All transfers provided by chauffeured air conditioned luxury Mercedes E sedan with professional English speaking driver

Please note: The itinerary presented is a complete trip for two couples. You can also add a third couple to your trip (at the cost of one half of the winning bid), customize your itinerary, upgrade your accommodations or add additional days. Work with Nashville Wine Auction staff after the auction to book and/or alter your trip. Additional costs above what is listed are the responsibility of the buyer(s). Blackout dates include the Easter, Christmas, and New Years holidays, the second half of August, and Italian bank holidays. Please contact Nashville Wine Auction staff with potential travel dates to verify supplier availability before booking flights.

Restrictions: Itinerary subject to change based on availability at time of booking. Trip does not include airfare/train travel, additional meals, drinks and transfers not specified in the itinerary. Personal expenses, tips and gratuities, travel insurance (strongly recommended) also not included. For best availability of suppliers, a minimum of three months advance notice of selected dates is required. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Live Auction | 125 TOM BLACK 21C MUSEUM HOTEL KEITH & PAM BROWNING CHEF LEVON WALLACE

We can’t say enough about the generosity of Mr. Black and Mr. Brown-ing for creating this first- ever Hermitage Tasting for l’Eté du Vin. Simply amazing.

AHHH HERMITAGE… LOT 134 A TASTE OF GREATNESS (BUY-A-SPOT)

Generously donated by Tom Black and Keith Browning, this myriad of vintages from three noble producers come together to form this exclusive Hermitage tasting, the first in the history of l’Eté du Vin.

M. Chapoutier, J.L. Chave, and Paul Jaboulet are three of the most well- known names in Northern Rhône, and thanks to Tom Black and Keith Browning, this tasting features 38 remarkable bottles with vintages dating back to 1971. Nine Hermitage enthusiasts will get to taste in Gallery 3 at the brand new 21c Museum Hotel where Chef Levon Wallace will conquer the task of preparing a pairing worthy of such an illustrious lineup of wines.

Hermitage is the Mecca of Syrah. An emboldened wine that is full bodied, rich, tannic, and can evolve for decades. The magic of Hermitage wines begins when the wine matures, softens and comes together. The dark fruits shift to red. The nose takes on a perfume of earth, tobacco, sweet, fresh red and black fruits, olive tapenade and spice. The textures become soft, caressing your palate and the finish really lingers. The Blanc has the same thick, rich, and dense concentration with ageworthiness. Both Hermitage rouge and blanc alike have cultivated an esteemed following for many years. Aside from the obvious quality of the grapes, it’s the storied history that really makes you fall in love with Hermitage…

The vineyards on Hermitage hill, which are actually more like a set of three adjacent south-facing hills, have been planted since the times of ancient Greece in 500 B.C. The popular story of Hermitage, though, is of a 13th century crusader who was wounded and sought refuge on the hill. He built a chapel and lived out his life in complete solitude, thus the hill was named “hermit’s hill” or Ermitage. Today, there is a tiny reconstructed chapel on Hermitage called Saint-Christopher that sits alone towards the crest of the hill and looks out over the village below.

126 | Live Auction Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to partake in this special lineup of wines. Buy-A-Spot for yourself, and grab a shared pour for your friend!

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc 1996, 1997, 2000, 2003, 2004, 2005

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage 1989, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001

M. Chapoutier Hermitage Monier de la Sizeranne 1971, 1976, 1989, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001

Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle 1985, 1989, 1990, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001

Buy-A-Spot at this dinner that takes place at 21c Museum Hotel on Saturday, November 18, 2017. A total of 9 spots will be sold separately. The Auctioneer will explain the rules from the podium.

Each spot entitles the buyer to:

• One (1) place at the dinner • One (1) pour of each wine offered • Shared Pours are available and can be purchased at Check Out

If you are interested in purchasing multiple spots, please hold up the corresponding number of fingers when bidding. Shared Pours are available and can be added to your bill when you Check Out at the end of the evening.

Donated by Tom Black, Keith & Pam Browning, 21c Museum Hotel, Chef Levon Wallace

Live Auction | 127 ARIETTA WINES FRITZ & CAREN HATTON

Fritz and Caren, we thank you very much for contributing to our auction. We know you have many requests, and we’re so happy you choose us!

ARIETTA IMPERIALS – LOT 135 REACHING DEEP INTO THE CAVE

Remember 2009? In some ways perhaps a year some would rather forget. As a vintage however, 2009 was a fine one in Napa, and its memory grows brighter for us each time one of the remaining bottles of Arietta is opened from that year. The weather was without extremes and the growing season was long and relatively late. The Arietta wines—and many others in Napa—are lovely, and continue to gain in beauty and sophistication. In celebration of l’Eté du Vin’s 2017 theme, “California Collectibles,” Arietta reached deep into the cave for one each of the three remaining engraved six-liter Imperials of the two Arietta Hudson Vineyard wines from 2009: Arietta Red Wine H Block, and Arietta Red Wine Variation One.

The 2009 H Block is 79% Cabernet Franc—higher than usual—lending it tremendous finesse and balance, and a fresh berry character with layers of toast, leather, wildflowers and whole grains. The Variation One 2009 is a rare co-fermented blend of Syrah (52%) and Merlot (48%) with a juicy fruit- forward package counterbalanced by a smoky, mineral complexity and firm structure.

In addition to the two six-liters, the winning bidder and up to seven guests are invited to the Arietta’s caves in Napa to taste a wide range of wines with vintner Fritz Hatton. Raise those paddles for this lot… Go long and go deep!

• Arietta H Block Hudson Vineyards Red Wine 2009 (6L) • Arietta Variation One Red Wine 2009 (6L) • Tasting for 8 at Arietta

Donated by Arietta Wines, Fritz & Caren Hatton

128 | Live Auction COMMANDERIE DE BORDEAUX, NASHVILLE CHAPTER

We are honored to have such a spectacular donation from the members of the Commanderie de Bordeaux. Bordeaux Toujours Bordeaux!

A COLLECTION OF 1995 & 2005 LOT 136 FROM THE COMMANDERIE DE BORDEAUX

The numbers are in, Bordeaux is back. Not that it ever really went away, but the resurgence in popularity does not go unnoticed. If you’re anything like the donors for this lot, you’re probably saying to yourself “duh, we’ve known the entire time how amazing Bordeaux is!”

With only 19 chapters nationwide, the Commanderie de Bordeaux is a tight knit group of Bordeaux experts. And Nashville is fortunate to have a thriving chapter right in our great city! With some of the most active and revered members in our local chapter, the Commanderie is a veritable “who’s who” in the world of Bordeaux. Lucky for us, they’ve put together an amazing selection of some of their favorites from 1995 and 2005, two incredible yet distinct vintages from the greatest wine region in the world. This lot is a true testament to their years of dedication to l’Eté du Vin and generosity towards funding the fight to end cancer.

The 1995 vintage produced full-flavored, grippy wines, most successful on the Right Bank and for the best northern Médoc properties. A hot dry June and an August heatwave, followed by heavy rain in mid-September, led to healthy, full-bodied wines with noticeable tannic structure that was not always fully ripe.

2005 was a historically dry growing season with high temperatures all year long producing healthy grapes of extraordinary concentration, and intense, mind-blowing aromas. These wines have power, freshness, and balance.

And trust us, the Commanderie picked these special wines for a reason!

Live Auction | 129 1995 • Château Beychevelle • Château Branaire-Ducru • Château Calon-Ségur • Château Cos d’Estournel • Château d’Yquem • Château Duhart-Milon • Château Figeac • Château Lafite Rothschild • Château Léoville Barton • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ • Château Lynch-Bages • Château Margaux • Château Monbousquet • Château Mouton Rothschild (2 bottles) • Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande • Château Pichon-Longueville au Baron de Pichon-Longueville

2005 • Château Cos d’Estournel • Château Ducru-Beaucaillou • Château Figeac • Château Latour ‘Les Forts de Latour’ • Château Léoville Poyferré • Château Pontet-Canet • Château Smith Haut Lafitte

Donated by Kix Brooks, Tony Cmelak, Glenn Eaden, Ron Gobbell, Nancy Peterson Hearn, Elliot & Cynthia Himmelfarb, John Huff, Mac Husband, Jim Lewis, Irv Lingo, Tom Milam, David Morgan, Terry Murray, Bill Nunnelly, Michael Richardson, Ron Sohr, Steve Taylor, McArthur VanOsdale, Holly Whaley

130 | Live Auction PAM & STEVE TAYLOR COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AXEL HEINZ

Cheers to Pam and Steve for this world-class lot!

MASTERING MASSETO: LOT 137 A 28-YEAR VERTICAL (BUY-A-SPOT)

What is it about Masseto that makes it so powerful? Is it the amazing complexity, the beautifully balanced structure? Is it the timeless integrity? Is it the rarity? Is it in the value at international auction sales? Is it the deep and loyal appreciation enjoyed among its aficionados around the world?

While the answer to these questions are different for each Masseto drinker, we can all agree on one thing: it’s worth the trouble to procure just one bottle of this magical Super Tuscan. This tasting would be worth a bid if there was just one bottle, but we are fortunate enough to offer this 28-year vertical of Masseto from the cellar of Pam and Steve Taylor. Yes, that’s every vintage of Masseto ever made! It’s unheard of, but that’s just how we do things at Nashville Wine Auction.

On January 27, 2018, 18 lucky bidders will get to experience a once in a lifetime tasting in the Country Music Hall of Fame’s Rotunda with none other than esteemed winemaker, Axel Heinz and Alessandro Lunardi, Director North America!

For those who need a quick refresher, Masseto is a rare, single vineyard wine made entirely from Merlot grapes grown on the vineyard bearing the same name. Located in the acclaimed Bolgheri region of Tuscany, Masseto was first released in 1986, simply called “Merlot” at that time. The name of Masseto then appeared on the label with the 1987 vintage. Masseto is a wine of great and complex personality where its remarkable structure always combines with beautiful elegance. It quickly gained a reputation as one of the world’s most sought after and extremely allocated wines. So finding such an impressive vertical is almost unheard of. Thank you, Pam and Steve!

Live Auction | 131 In addition to enjoying this extraordinary wine, you will also enjoy extraordinary company. Axel Heinz (French mother, German father), head winemaker since 2005, has brought new life and vinification to the entire Ornellaia team. He studied in Bordeaux and cut his teeth in Pomerol, before he was offered the job of senior winemaker at Ornellaia in 2005 when he noted the similarities between the Bordeaux Merlot and that of Masseto. Alessandro Lunardi has been with the Frescobaldi Group since 1997 and has managed their high end portfolio for many years. Both gentlemen will be outstanding dinner companions for such an exclusive evening!

Mark your calendars for January 27 and prepare yourself to become a Master of Masseto! Buy-A-Spot for yourself, and grab a shared pour for a friend!

Buy-A-Spot at this dinner that takes place at the Rotunda at the Country Music Hall of Fame on Saturday, January 27, 2018. A total of 18 spots will be sold separately. The Auctioneer will explain the rules from the podium. Each spot entitles the buyer to:

• One (1) place at the dinner • One (1) pour of each wine offered • Shared Pours are available and can be purchased at Check Out

If you are interested in purchasing multiple spots, please hold up the corresponding number of fingers when bidding. Shared Pours are available and can be added to your bill when you Check Out at the end of the evening.

Donated by Pam & Steve Taylor, Country Music Hall of Fame, Axel Heinz

132 | Live Auction

LOT 138 RAISE YOUR PADDLE

Whether or not you have dealt with it personally, cancer has affected us all. Often we are left feeling helpless as we watch the terrible disease take its toll. Participate in Raise Your Paddle and you will leave tonight knowing that you have joined the fight against cancer and have given selflessly in order to save fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters, wives, husbands and friends for generations to come.

For 37 years, Nashville Wine Auction has partnered with generous people like you to raise more than $21 million for organizations directly related to treatment, patient care and eradication of cancer. With your donation today, you will have a direct impact on:

• American Cancer Society Memorial Foundation Hope Lodge • Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee • Leukemia Lymphoma Society • Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Middle Tennessee • PearlPoint Cancer Support • Saint Thomas Cancer Network • St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital • Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center

Tonight, we invite you to align with the mission of Nashville Wine Auction, stand and raise your paddle to donate $1000, $500 or $250 to fund the fight against cancer.

Know that together we will make a difference.

Live Auction | 133 SCHRAMSBERG VINEYARDS LINDELL JEWELERS

Thank you Lindell Jewelers for sponsoring Champagne and Diamonds again this year. You have really outdone yourselves with this donation. It sparkles! What a treat to sip on Schramsberg’s 2008 Reserve. Thank you Monique and Hugh Davies.

LOT 139 CHAMPAGNE AND DIAMONDS

At this point in the auction, we will reveal who is awarded the diamond ring! Find the Bottega del Vino Champagne flute you purchased during the reception and see if your number is called from the stage!

During the Silent Auction and Reception, you have an opportunity to win an elegant platinum pink sapphire and diamond ring from Lindell Jewelers in Brentwood with the purchase of a glass of Schramsberg Reserve 2008 for $250. Only 50 glasses of Champagne will be sold in Bottega del Vino flutes valued at $50 per stem. One of the glasses of Champagne comes with the diamond ring! Plan to buy two glasses during the Silent Auction and Reception, and somebody’s going home very happy. Everybody wins as we enjoy the finer things in life and unite in the fight against cancer.

As for the prize, this 1.66 carat ring features 36 nearly colorless diamonds that combine to weigh 0.27 carats. A 2.1-1.9mm squared edge shank leads to an 8.5mm x 9.15mm cut corner rectangular halo crown bead set surrounded by 18 1mm full-cut diamonds. Each side of the platinum shank includes nine 1.33mm full cut diamonds to complement the type 11 sapphire weighed at 1.39 carats. Valued at $6,200, this stunning ring is quite unique and will be the envy of every true gem and diamond lover.

After selecting a glass with your lucky number, enjoy the Schramsberg Reserve 2008. This richly-flavored and full-bodied sparkler is made from only the top base-wine lots. Take pleasure in the delicate notes of the fruitful, yet creamy, dry and toasty brut sparkling wine. Along with the top Pinot Noir, the finest Chardonnay lots are included in the blend to create more backbone and length to the palate. The 2008 Reserve exhibits bursting flavors and aromas of red apple, lemon bar and caramelized pear eloquently complemented with touches of honey, toffee and candied pecan. Truly enjoying a glass is a one-of-a-kind experience as the sparkling wine represents only about 2% of Schramsberg’s annual production.

Donated by Schramsberg Vineyards, Lindell Jewelers, Bottega del Vino

134 | Live Auction HUGH & MONIQUE DAVIES SCHRAMSBERG VINEYARDS DAVIES VINEYARDS

If sparkling wine makes life better, then we owe Monique and Hugh Davies a debt of gratitude. It is very special to have the second generation of the Davies family to be our Guests of Honor at l’Eté du Vin.

LOT 140 CELEBRATE WITH SCHRAMSBERG

When the l’Eté du Vin Guests of Honor donate a lot, you know it’s going to be good. We hope you’ve been able to taste, learn, and get to know the Davies and their beautiful wine through each of our events this week. As if they haven’t been generous enough, this lot has big bottles, an amazing experience, and even a surprise!

This lot starts with magnums of different Schramsberg recent releases, as well as a 9L of 2010 Blanc de Blancs, not to mention a magnum of J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon to balance out the bubbles.

To add to this amazing lineup of wine, you will also get to experience a tour, tasting, and lunch for 8 with Monique and Hugh Davies in the stunning Schramsberg Grove! VIP wines and a VIP experience from a VIP family.

Hugh Davies will even make a “sparkling presentation” before the bidding starts for this lot… Intrigued? We thought so.

Let’s bid high and show our guests how it’s done in Nashville!

• Schramsberg J Schram Brut 2008 (1.5L) • Schramsberg Brut Rosé 2009 (1.5L) • J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (1.5L) • Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs 2010 (9L) • Tour, tasting, and lunch for 8 in the Schramsberg Grove, hosted by Monique & Hugh Davies • Schramsberg Saber

Donated by Schramsberg Vineyards, Davies Vineyards, Hugh & Monique Davies

Live Auction | 135 LOEWS VANDERBILT HOTEL

It’s no secret. Loews is a favorite of Nashville Wine Auction. Thanks for all you do to make l’Eté du Vin great.

LOT 141 A LITTLE BIT OF CHICKEN FRIED

Alright folks, we’re halfway through this auction, and y’all look like you’re having a pretty good time. With the wine that’s been flowing and all the energy in this room, it really has been a special evening.

But even after a three-course dinner, y’all are looking a little hungry. We don’t want you to be distracted by the munchies. We need you to be 100% present with enough energy to raise your paddles for the rest of the auction.

What are we going to do, you ask?

Well, like any good Southerner would do, we’re offering up a bucket of Nashville’s finest FRIED CHICKEN. Hot, crispy, succulent fried chicken that is fresh from the kitchen at Loews.

Who’s the hungriest?

• One Bucket of Fried Chicken delivered RIGHT NOW!

Donated by Loews Vanderbilt Hotel

136 | Live Auction NASHVILLE WINE AUCTION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Nashville Wine Auction staff would like to thank our Board of Directors for your leadership, time, money, skills, abilities, hospitality, creativity, and wisdom. And oh yes, for your wine! We love our hard working Board!

EXCITING MIX OF WINES FROM LOT 142 NWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Straight from the cellars of our amazing Board of Directors comes this fantastic assortment of wines. From 375ml to 3-Liter, California to France... This collection has a little bit of everything (just like our Board!) If you want to bid on a one stop shop to fill your cellar, look no further than this exciting lot.

You’ll take home amazing everyday bottles that go great with homemade spaghetti, incredible Grand Cru White Burgundy to impress your collector pals, and fun, interesting varietals to share with loved ones.

With magnum of Joseph Phelps Insignia, a Château Pape Clément and Premier Cru Burgundy from Domaine Denis Mortet in the same offering, you know it has to be good. Bid high on this collection and get some great additions for both your cellar, and your next date night!

• Château Beychevelle 2000 • Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2001 • Château Pape Clément 2009 • Crocker & Starr Stone Place Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 • Darioush Sage Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc • Domaine Denis Mortet Aux Beaux Bruns Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru 2006 • Domaine Tempier Bandol (1.5L) • Elouan Pinot Noir 2015 • Grgich Hills Estate Miljenko’s Old Vine Zinfandel 2003 • Hall Wines ‘Kathryn Hall’ Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 • Harris Estate Vineyards Jake’s Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 • Joseph Phelps Vineyards Eisrébe Late Harvest Scheurebe 2002 (375ml) • Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia 2005 (1.5L) • Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia 2011

Live Auction | 137 • Lokoya Winery Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 • Louis Latour Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru Blanc 2006 • Merry Edwards Russian River Valley Olivet Lane Chardonnay 2012 (3L) • Pahlmeyer Merlot 2005 • Peacock Family Vineyards Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 • R Wines Southern Belle Vino de la Tierra de Murcia 2014 • Silver Oak Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 • Turley Wine Cellars ‘Buck’ Cobb Vineyard Zinfandel 2014

Donated by Amy Atkinson, Joe Cashia, Chris Chamberlain, Loren Chumley, Cheryl Chunn, Eleanor Cobb, Chase Cole, Harvey Crouch, Ann Eaden, Marjorie Feltus Hawkins, Michael Gold, Rose Grindstaff, Cindy Jones, Jim Lewis, Lisa Maki, Nolan Mitchell, Chris Otillio, Bill Piper, Chris Weinberg

138 | Live Auction TOM BLACK

Back by popular demand…Black by Black. We’re thrilled to receive this donation from this year’s recipient of the Norman M. Lipman Award!

LOT 143 BLACK BY BLACK

“Black by Black” was inspired by arguably the top wine collector in the world, Tom Black, and the L.A. Times Winemaker of the Year, Jim Clendenen from Au Bon Climat Winery. The winemaker selected only the finest grapes” from a 300 acre ranch in Santa Barbara County to create a special meritage wine that has won several blind tastings and been scored a perfect 100 points. This wine is a combination of 40% California Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 20% Petit Verdot to produce a bold and balanced red wine. Only 25 cases were produced and are available to the public at charity auctions. Regular bottles can be cellared for another 8 years and large format bottles for another 10 years, but the wine is drinking great now!

The label is an original piece of art by Master Sumi-e artist Drue Kataoka. The back label is a poem (in Japanese) written by Drue about the friendship between Jim and Tom. The label has seven different shades of black ink. Once a stroke is painted it cannot be changed or erased, making the painting technically demanding while requiring great skill, concentration and years of training.

Available to you is a case of 2010 or 2011 Black by Black (12 bottles or 6 magnum) for $1,000. Simply raise your paddle and claim your wine!

• One case of Black by Black 2010 or 2011 »» Available in 6 magnum or 12 750s (Make selection at Pick Up)

• Set-Price Signup: $1,000

You can also buy this lot through Mobile Bidding in the Silent Auction. Check out Lot 207. With only 20 cases available, this lot may sell out before it makes it to the Live Auction. In order to secure your place, we suggest buying this lot in the Silent Auction.

Donated by Tom Black

Live Auction | 139 ANTHONY & PAMELA CMELAK 360 BISTRO

Here’s an encore performance of the 100 Point Wine dinner. Pamela and Tony, you’ve made our auction sing this year with your fantastic ideas and offerings. We’re perfectly pleased with you. And to 360 Bistro, we are thankful for your hard work, generosity, and reverence for the wine.

A TASTE OF PERFECTION LOT 144 WITH 18 100-POINT WINES (BUY-A-SPOT)

100-point perfection is BACK! After the smashing success of the 1,200 Point Dinner in 2016 and the #1 Wine of the Year Dinner in February, Anthony and Pamela Cmelak are back to share their love of the best of the best with a dinner featuring EIGHTEEN 100-point wines (and two bottles of bubbles for good measure). Ten lucky winning bidders will dine at 360 Bistro on January 13, 2018 with perfectly-rated bottles as the guests of honor.

Executive Chef Joe Townsend has pulled out all the stops in preparing a menu that perfectly pairs with the amazing wine. Don’t miss your chance to Buy-A-Spot of perfection!

Here’s the lineup of gold medal-worthy goodness:

A Champagne Reception to Start Out the Evening Thomasville Tomme Gougeres Smoked Salmon and Osetra Caviar Toast Pol Roger Brut Rosé 2006 Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Rare Millesime Brut 2002

First Course - Cali Chard, But of Course! Vanilla Poached Scallop, Puffed Farro Aubert Wines ‘CIX’ Chardonnay 2012 (RP 100) Aubert Wines UV-SL Vineyards Chardonnay 2015 (RP 100) Aubert Wines Eastside Vineyard Chardonnay 2012 (RP 100) Marcassin Estate Chardonnay 2008 (RP 100)

Second Course - Burgundy meets Rhône Roasted Pheasant, Orange-Thyme Butter Domaine Perrot-Minot Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes 2002 (WS 100) Domaine Saint Prefert Châteauneuf-du-Pape Collection Charles Giraud 2007 (RP 100)

140 | Live Auction 3rd Course - Tuscan Time Porcini Garganelli , Wild Mushroom Ragu Fattoria Le Pupille Elisabetta Geppetti ‘Saffredi’ Maremma Toscana 2012 (JS 100) Casanova di Neri Tenuta Nuova Brunello di Montalcino 2006 (WS 100)

Fourth Course - Que Syrah, Shiraz? Coffee Crusted Rack of Lamb, Peppercorn Jus Shafer Vineyards Relentless 2013 (RP 100) Alban Vineyards Reva Estate Syrah 2006 (RP 100) Jasper Hill George’s Paddock Shiraz 2009 (JS 100) Domaine August Clape Cornas 2010 (RP 100)

Fifth Course - Bordeaux, from 2000 No Less Braised Beef Cheek, Anson Mills Polenta Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 2000 (WS 100) Château Lafite Rothschild 2000 (WS 100, RP 100) Château Latour 2000 (WS 100, RP 100) Château Pavie 2000 (RP 100)

Dessert Course - Sauternes’ Turn Foie Gras Terrine, Brioche French Toast, Pear Gastrique, Honey Château Rieussec 2001 (WS 100) Château d’Yquem 2001 (WS 100, RP 100)

Buy-A-Spot at this dinner that takes place at 360 Bistro on Saturday, January 13, 2018. A total of 10 spots will be sold separately. The Auctioneer will explain the rules from the podium.

Each spot entitles the buyer to:

• One (1) place at the dinner • One (1) pour of each wine offered • A limited number of Shared Pours are available and can be purchased at Check Out

If you are interested in purchasing multiple spots, please hold up the corresponding number of fingers when bidding. Only four Shared Pours are available and can be added to your bill when you Check Out at the end of the evening.

Donated by Anthony & Pamela Cmelak, 360 Bistro

Live Auction | 141

WANNA GET AWAY TO PARADISE? LOT 145 PRIVATE VILLA FOR 8 IN MEXICO

If you are searching for the ultimate indulgence, then look no further than this luxurious escape to Manzanillo, Mexico! Enjoy a week long stay for four couples at Casa De Sofia, the perfect fusion of leisure and escape.

Casa De Sofia in Manzanillo, Mexico is a private villa tucked away in a gated community. The spacious property has four bedrooms with king size beds, bathrooms, and balconies in each. The views are breathtaking of the ocean and private infinity pool.

During the day, find yourself stretched out poolside, margarita in hand, capturing a panoramic view of the ocean and palm tree-lined mountainside. As the sun sets have your cocktails in the open-air dining room while you await the service of your delicious dinner. Enjoy every meal served table side and customized by your own on-site chef. Every bite will leave you wanting more!

Don’t concern yourself with the details. Casa De Sofia is accompanied with a friendly staff to arrange your excursions, prepare and serve your meals, and even do all the shopping and cleaning from the moment you arrive until you depart.

Beyond the lavish house itself, Manzanillo is the perfect vacation getaway. Follow the cobblestone path to bask in the Mexican sunshine on the sands of the private beach or spend the day snorkeling, scuba diving and deep- sea fishing in the Pacific. Explore the town of Manzanillo and visit the nearby restaurants, shops, and bars. Want to rent an ATV or zipline in the jungle? OK. How about getting in some golf or tennis? Done.

It is impossible to have a bad day in Manzanillo, where it is sunny and 80 degrees more than 350 days a year. You will enjoy every second of this Mexican paradise!

142 | Live Auction This trip includes:

• 7 night stay for 4 couples at Casa De Sofia • Transfers to and from Manzanillo airport • Full staff including a manager, cook and housekeeper • Access to private beach, water sports, tennis courts, shopping, fishing and more • 4 Bedrooms with king-sized beds and en suite bathrooms

Restrictions: Trip is for 8 guests and must be taken from Saturday to Saturday. Cost for food, beverages, and additional activities are not included in closing bid price. Trip does not include airfare or car rental. Trip restrictions apply. Please see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of this catalog.

Live Auction | 143 JANINE CUNDIFF

Our heartfelt thanks to Janine Cundiff for this extraordinary donation.

LA MISSION HAUT-BRION, LOT 146 WINE FOR TRUE WINE LOVERS

A poor La Mission is still a better wine than most; a good La Mission is a great wine and a great La Mission can be a religious experience. I have met few wine critics who do not hold this estate in high esteem: it is a wine for true wine lovers. -Neil Martin, Wine Advocate

Although the histories of Château Haut-Brion and La Mission are entwined, both have always been separate entities, sharing a common family name. It wasn’t until 1983 that both houses came under the same proprietor: Domaine Clarence Dillon. With Jean-Bernard Delmas as Château-manager, the following years consolidated La Mission’s position as one of the greatest estates, hovering just outside the First Growth classification.

Certainly since the arrival of Jean-Bernard Delmas, the style of wine has changed and developed. This lot of 1982 and 1983 La Mission Haut-Brion from the cellar of Janine Cundiff marks two monumental vintages in the château’s history, the historic 1982 and the end of an era with the 1983 vintage. The 1983, produced and vinified under the previous winemaker, but with élevage, assemblage and bottling under Delmas, is an exceptional wine.

• Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1982 (375ml) (6 bottles) • Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1983 (3 bottles)

Donated by Janine Cundiff

144 | Live Auction KEITH & DEBY PITTS

The third time’s a charm, and we consider ourselves lucky to have this third contribution from Keith and Deby.

LOT 147 THE SECRET OF PORT FROM 1994

If you’re a portophile*, you know the glory of the 1994 vintage. If you’ve ever considered becoming a portophile*, this vintage will probably change your life. Our sincerest apologies to avid port collectors, we are about to let everyone in on the secret of this vintage. Collectors and critics agree, the 1994 vintage is the greatest thing since sliced bread. It is a classic vintage with superlative structure, and fabulous harmony that will continue to age for many years. Don’t believe us? Read what the critics say about each of the following 1994s:

• Dow’s Vintage Port 1994 »» The 1994 Vintage Port is set for re-release. It has about 92 grams per liter of residual sugar. It’s a beauty, with all that Dow power and structure that I’ve loved over the years--even after some hours of decanting. Intensely concentrated in flavor, without being jammy, this lingers on the gripping finish after starting with a touch of mint. Serious and brooding, it is not yet as complex and as developed as it could be--but this is Port and that will come in time. Be patient. In the meanwhile, if you must crack this now, give it a few hours in a decanter, to state the obvious. This is a terrific Dow’s VP that is still growing and improving. It is still about its potential in some ways and it may well exceed expectations. It will certainly acquire even more complexity with more cellaring. Personally, I would try to give it at least another decade in the cellar. (RP 96)

• Fonseca Vintage Port 1994 (3 bottles) »» *Ranked as the Top Wine of 1997, Cellar Selection* Hold onto your hat. This is the best Fonseca since 1977, and it’s probably even better than that classic vintage--more like the breathtaking 1948. Mind-blowing, with masses of color, aroma and fruit flavor. Smells like fermenting berries, boasting loads of crushed grape, violet and berry character. Big, full-bodied and very sweet, with tons of tannins and a sweet finish. Tannic and huge, it’s a long-term, great Port. (JS 100)

Live Auction | 145 • Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port 1994 (6 bottles) »» This is, to date, the greatest Vintage Port ever from here. It overwhelmed me years ago when I tasted it from barrel, but only now is it crossing gradually into its drinking window. The intensity is still mind-boggling here, with sweet-and-sour notes as well as mounds of clay. There are violets lurking somewhere too. A full-bodied, medium sweet and sublime Vintage Port, showing forest fruits and freshly picked blackberries on the palate in the form of a creamy, focused and tannic texture. (JS 100)

• Churchill’s Vintage Port 1994 (2 bottles) »» A gorgeous, voluptuous young Port, best Churchill ever. Intense aromas of dark chocolate and grapes. Full-bodied, with powerful, chewy tannins, yet it’s sweet and fruity on the finish. Try after 2010. (JS 93)

*Portophile is a word we made up, but let’s try to make it stick, eh?

Donated by Keith & Deby Pitts

146 | Live Auction CHEF TONY GALZIN JEFF HOPMAYER & DENISE CUMMINS ALPHA OMEGA

Wow! Thank you Jeff and Denise for keeping Nashville Wine Auction in mind when you dream up these amazing wine experiences. We appreciate your support. And to Chef Tony Galzin, we say Grazi for always giving generously to our cause.

LOT 148 ALPHA OMEGA DINNER WITH ALL THE PERKS

This amazing dinner and experience pulls out all the stops from beginning to end, no pun intended.

The first part of this lot is a fabulous five course dinner for eight at the home of Denise Cummins and Jeff Hopmayer. Chef Tony Galzin of Nicky’s Coal Fired will prepare the fare to go with a Alpha Omega’s brilliant wines.

Alpha Omega handcrafts world-class wines that are approachable and perfectly balanced. Swiss-born winemaker Jean Hoefliger and superstar winemaking consultant Michel Rolland work to combine the Old World’s European style of winemaking with the New World’s state-of-the-art techniques. The result? Elegant, Bordeaux-style wine that will hold up for years to come.

But wait... There’s more! In addition to an amazing dinner, each couple in attendance will take home a bottle of Alpha Omega’s highly revered Cabernet Sauvignon. Also, the winning bidder receives a VIP experience in Napa! Ten guests are invited to the picturesque Alpha Omega winery to enjoy a Single Vineyard Tasting of limited production Cabs. Afterwards, everyone will be treated to an al fresco lunch with wine.

From start to finish, alpha to omega, you and your guests will get the VIP Alpha Omega experience of a lifetime, both in Nashville and Napa.

• Dinner for 8 at the home of Jeff Hopmayer & Denise Cummins on a mutually agreeable date • 4 bottles of Alpha Omega Cabernet Sauvignon (one for each couple) • Tasting and lunch for 10 at Alpha Omega

Restrictions: Napa visit must be scheduled 90 days in advance on a mutually agreed upon date with Alpha Omega and the winning bidders.

Donated by Jeff Hopmayer & Denise Cummins, Alpha Omega, Chef Tony Galzin

Live Auction | 147 PAM & STEVE TAYLOR

Taylors, if you don’t grow weary of giving, we’ll never grow tired of expressing our gratitude. Once again, thank you.

LOT 149 THE TAYLOR OPEN... CELLAR

The most talked about event this Fall will take place on Friday, October 27, 2017. It’s the “The Taylor Open... Cellar.” A rare opportunity to taste some of the best wines in the world as Pam and Steve clean out their cellar and line up multiple bottles of more than 40 different wines.

The competitors are at their peak, ready to drink now and will surely impress your palates. The best of the best from all over the world are coming to the table. California Cabs, Bordeaux blends, Italian Reds, Sparkling wines, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blancs from both Old and New Worlds. More wines than you’ve ever seen in one evening, all yours for the drinking in one thrilling wine experience.

The Taylors have amazing pours planned, and the lineup is one for the ages. Check out the power players they are opening:

Sparkling Bordeaux • Krug • Château Latour 1996 • Laurent-Perrier Rosé • Château Léoville Barton 2000 • Schramsberg Vineyards • Château Les Forts de Latour 2005 • Soter Vineyards Brut Rosé • Château Lynch-Bages 2000 • Château Margaux 1996 California Cabs • Château Pavie 2000 • Black by Black 2009 • Château Pichon Baron 2005 • Continuum • Château Rauzan-Ségla 2000 • Dominus Estate 2005 • Eisele Vineyard 2010 Sauvignon Blanc • Far Niente 2014 • Araujo Eisele Reserve 2015 • Hourglass Merlot Blueline 2009 • Arietta On the White Keys 2011 • Hundred Acre Ark Vineyard • Dagueneau Silex 2008 • Insignia 2003 • Domaine de Chevalier Blanc 2005 • Opus One 2005 • Merry Edwards 2012

148 | Live Auction Chardonnay • Aubert Estate Chardonnay 2011 • Domaine Bachelet-Monnot Batard-Montrachet 2005 • Kistler Chardonnay Kistler Vineyard 2010 • Kongsgaard Chardonnay 2011 • Louis Jadot Domaine des Heritiers Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2006 • Yves Boyer-Martenot Merusault 1er Cru Les Tillets 2004

Pinot Noir • Louis Jadot Charmes-Chambertin 2005 • Domaine Jean Grivot Clos Vougeot 2008 • Jean Grivot Echezeaux 2009 • Joseph Swan Trenton Estate 2012 • Pisoni Estate Pinot Noir 2014 • Williams Selyem Rochioli Riverblock 2012

Italian Reds • Aldo Conterno Barolo Granbussia Reserve 2006 • Biondi Santi Brunello di Montalcino 2006 • Bruno Giacosa Barolo Le Rocche del Falletto di Serralunga d’Alba 1998 • Gaja Barbaresco 2004 • Ornellaia 2008 • Sassicaia 2008

Though the attire is casual, the drinking is serious. 50 lucky winners will have a front row seat to The Taylor Open. Game. Set. Match!

• Friday, October 27, 2017 • 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm • At the home of Pam & Steve Taylor • Set-Price Signup: $500 per person

You can also buy this lot through Mobile Bidding in the Silent Auction. Check out Lot 202. With only 50 spots available, this lot may sell out before it makes it to the Live Auction. In order to secure your place, we suggest buying this lot in the Silent Auction.

Donated by Pam & Steve Taylor

Live Auction | 149 JIM & KIMBERLY LEWIS

Thank you Kimberly and Jim for another fantastic contribution. You two rock!

INNOVATION AND CONSISTENCY - LOT 150 CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES

Château Léoville Las Cases has one of the longest histories in the Médoc. Since 1638, the massive Léoville estate has been at the forefront of Bordeaux vineyard management. Some of their ideas seemed odd at the time, yet they are widely still in use today. They changed the varieties in the vineyards to smaller berries and trellised the rows with pinewood. They also began aging the wine in oak barrels, which they kept clean using a sulfur solution. While we take this for granted today, in those days, they were wild ideas.

Their structured-style of Bordeaux wine usually takes 10-12 years to develop and shed its tannic structure in the best vintages. From the cellar of Kimberly and Jim Lewis comes this 12 bottle vertical of the Grand Vin de Léoville that demonstrates the innovation and consistency of Léoville Las Cases. Of particular note are the 1990, 1996, and 2000 vintages, all receiving top scores from critics.

• Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1988 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1988 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1989 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1990 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1994 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1995 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1996 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1997 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1998 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 1999 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 2000 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 2001 • Château Léoville-Las Cases ‘Grand Vin de Léoville’ 2003

Donated by Jim & Kimberly Lewis

150 | Live Auction JOHN & BETH HUFF

There’s likely no finer collection in Nashville of Ridge wines, and we are thrilled John and Beth have shared some with us. Many thanks!

AMERICA’S FIRST GROWTH: LOT 151 RIDGE VINEYARDS MONTE BELLO

Monte Bello has often been called America’s First Growth, as it is the finest domestic example of a classic Bordeaux blend in which Cabernet Sauvignon is dominant. Ridge’s history dates back to 1885 when Osea Perrone, a doctor and prominent member of San Francisco’s Italian community, bought 180 acres near the top of Monte Bello Ridge in the Santa Cruz Mountains. After constructing a winery of redwood and limestone (that still stands and currently serves as the Ridge production facility), Perrone produced the first vintage of Monte Bello in 1892.

Abandoned after the Prohibition, the vines were planted in the late 1940s as Cabernet vines. By the mid-60s, the vineyard began producing other varietals such as Zinfandel. To make their famous blend, exhaustive tasting of test blends during the assemblage process determines how much, if any, Merlot, Petit Verdot, or Cabernet Franc will be included in the finished wine.

• Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 1987 • Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 1989 • Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 1990 • Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 1994 • Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 1995 • Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 1997 • Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 1998 • Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 2001

Donated by John & Beth Huff

Live Auction | 151 DAN SMITH & BRENDA BERNARDS WOODWARD CANYON WINERY L’ECOLE NO. 41 CANOE RIDGE VINEYARD FOUNDRY VINEYARDS FORGERON CELLARS SAVIAH CELLARS NORTHSTAR CAPRIO CELLARS

There’s only one good thing about Dan and Brenda moving away. They moved to Walla Walla. Thank you Brenda and the Trips Committee for putting together this wonderful itinerary.

WALLA WALLA WINE SCENE: LOT 152 AN INSIDER’S TRIP FOR FOUR

Experience the Walla Walla wine scene with the expertise of an insider. Walla Walla is a unique and celebrated town with a combination of Northwestern appeal, historical locations, neighborhood feel and of course, a booming wine industry. With the help of Nashville Wine Auction you’ll have the inside scoop on Walla Walla and an action-packed itinerary and a handful of helpful tips:

Tip #1: Flight to the West Coast Take an early morning flight from Nashville to Tri-Cities Airport in Pasco, WA (PSC). You’ll arrive before noon and have plenty of time to start your first day of wine tastings! Or, fly Alaska Airlines into Walla Walla and on your way home, each passenger can check their first case of wine free.

Day One After landing in Pasco or Walla Walla you’ll take a short drive and arrive at your first winery, Woodward Canyon Winery. There you join the Small family, owners of the 41-acre vineyard, for a casual lunch of wood- fired pizza paired with their delicious wines. Since 1981, this winery has consistently produced premium, cellar-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and many other varietals.

After lunch, take a short stroll across the lane to L’Ecole No. 41 for a reserve tasting and tour. L’Ecole No. 41 is a second generation, family- owned artisan winery located in the historic Frenchtown School depicted on their label. Founded in 1983, they are the third oldest winery in the Walla Walla Valley. They have become one of the most prominent and visible Walla Walla Valley wineries with national and international distribution.

152 | Live Auction Next you will check into your hotel, the historic Marcus Whitman Hotel. Built in the late 1920’s, the Marcus Whitman underwent a $35 million renovation in 2001. It is centrally located with convenient access to restaurants, shops and naturally, wine tasting rooms.

Tip # 2: Restaurants What are you in the mood for? There are a number of restaurants within walking distance of the Marcus Whitman. Consider the following if you wish to have a somewhat formal meal: Whitehouse Crawford, T. Maccaroni’s, The Marc Restaurant (in hotel), Saffron, Mediterranean Kitchen, Brasserie Four. And here are some more laid back options: Wingman Birdz and Brewz, the Walla Walla Bread Company, or Olive Marketplace and Café.

Day 2 After a good night’s rest you will head to Canoe Ridge Vineyard for a private tasting and tour. Canoe Ridge Vineyard focuses primarily on Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The full-scale winery, located in an historic trolley barn, has an annual production capacity of 70,000 cases.

Next up is an exclusive artful experience at Foundry Vineyards, including a VIP tasting and an opportunity to tour the winery’s art gallery. Founders Mark and Patty Anderson focused their vision on formulating a unique experience, which expands the dialog about the creative processes that underlie the making of art and wine. There is a distinct aesthetic to each aspect of the winery from the art-driven Artisan labels and the gallery- like tasting room to the spare, urban feel of the adjacent contemporary sculpture garden.

Enjoy your picnic lunch from Graze on the patio of Foundry vineyards.

After lunch, visit Forgeron Cellars for a tour and tasting. “Forgeron” is the French word for blacksmith as the winery and tasting room was founded on the former site of a blacksmith shop, complete with hundreds of horseshoes (for good luck, of course!) unearthed during construction. Forgeron Cellars production is limited (around 6000 cases/year), which allows for a focus on quality by keeping each lot separate to encourage full expression of the wine’s potential.

Live Auction | 153 Day 3 During your time in downtown Walla Walla you will most likely notice a number of tasting rooms located near the hotel. There are more than 25 of them... And today is the day for a walking wine tour!

Should schedules allow, your downtown stroll will be hosted by Nashville Wine Auction faithful, Brenda Bernards and Dan Smith. Brenda and Dan recently moved to Walla Walla and are happy to share their Walla Walla expertise and be your knowledgeable guides for the day. You can go at your own pace and try as many wines as you like from the different wineries including:

• g. Cuneo Cellars • Kontos Cellars • Locati Cellars • Otis Kenyon Winery • Spring Valley Vineyard • Trust Cellars

Tip #3: Stock your cellar Not all wineries located in downtown Walla Walla can ship their wines to Tennessee. However, all of the wineries in the above list can!

Need a break from wine? Stop by D’Olivo on Main Street and enjoy a private tasting of their gourmet oils and vinegars.

Day 4 Today you head to the southside. Your first stop is Saviah Cellars for a tasting and tour. Saviah Cellars’ first commercial vintage was just 300 cases. Since then, the winery has grown significantly and in 2009 was named one of the Top 100 Wineries by Wine & Spirits Magazine. In 2010 Saviah Cellars was called one of the Rising Stars in Washington by Wine Spectator. Today, the winery produces approximately 18,000 cases annually.

Tip #4: Artful Wine Many wineries host an exhibition of the work of local artists in their tasting rooms. Saviah Cellars is included in this list. Enjoy the featured artist as you enjoy your wine.

154 | Live Auction Your next stop is Northstar for a Barrel Blending Experience! Begin by tasting through each of the barrels (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot) before composing your very own blend. Do it like professional winemakers do, through trial and error using beakers, graduated cylinders, and other blending tools. Once settled on the final blend, measure out 750ml bottle, insert a cork in the bottle using a manual corking machine, and affix your very own custom-designed Northstar label. Take home your very own, very unique bottle of wine to share with your friends!

Today’s lunch is a picnic from Olive Marketplace and Café on the patio of Northstar overlooking the Walla Walla Valley to the Blue Mountains.

Last up is one of Walla Walla Valley’s newest wineries – Caprio Cellars. The vineyards, located in the heart of the Walla Walla Valley, enjoy ideal sun exposure and vine-loving soil, yielding grapes of the highest quality and complexity.

Day 5 It’s time to wave goodbye to Walla Walla, but you’ll leave richer from experiencing this exciting town from the inside out!

Tip #5: Trip Timing Travel is suggested between May and November. During that time, however, you’ll want to avoid the various wine festivals as it will be challenging to schedule your VIP experiences. These dates include Cayuse Release Weekend (first weekend in April), Spring Barrel Release (first weekend in May), Celebrate Walla Walla (third weekend in June), Fall Release (first weekend of October and first weekend of November) and major holidays as the wineries will be closed.

Trip includes:

• 4-night stay at Marcus Whitman Hotel for 4 • Experiences at the wineries as detailed in the description • 2 picnic lunches

Restrictions: Itinerary is subject to change and based on availability. Trip is for 4 guests. Trip does not include airfare or car rental. Trip restrictions apply. Please see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of this catalog.

Donated by Dan Smith & Brenda Bernards, Woodward Canyon Winery, L’Ecole No. 41, Canoe Ridge Vineyard, Foundry Vineyards, Forgeron Cellars, Saviah Cellars, Northstar, Caprio Cellars

Live Auction | 155 BILL & ROSANN NUNNELLY UNION COMMON

Bill and Rosann are among the few who have supported Nashville Wine Auction for decades. We appreciate your generosity and contributions year after year. We are also grateful for our partnership with Union Common.

LOT 153 ALL YOU NEED IS A DRIVER

This lot includes six bottles of the best of the best from the cellar of Bill and Rosann Nunnelly paired with an amazing meal for six at Union Common.

As you would expect, your meal starts with bubbly and hors d’oeuvres. But that is where you can stop your expectations, they are about to be blown away! The two bottles you open with are the 1989 Krug Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut 1989 and Dom Pérignon Brut 1985. Do you have an occasion to celebrate? We suggest toasting with these two beauties!

The next course features an outstanding Premier Cru White Burgundy. The Morgeot Chassagne-Montrachet from Drouhin is simply stunning. It’s a big, robust wine that carries its own weight and muscle gracefully.

Cheval Blanc from the legendary 1982 vintage rounds out the third course with bright fruit, notes of mushroom, and full bodied bliss. This timeless treasure could be the true highlight of the dinner. That is until the next course.

Up next is the big boy, Château Lafite Rothschild 1986. According to Neal Martin from Wine Advocate, this wine ranks “as one of the finest wines from the estate. This is beautifully defined, still full of energy, with copious blackberry, clove, leather and graphite aromas that seem to gain momentum in the glass.”

Talk about momentum! Last but certainly not least is dessert paired with 1963 Fonseca Port. Though it actually might be a port that lasts indefinitely, it’s drinking superbly now.

156 | Live Auction Your party of six will experience this perfectly paired meal at Union Common. Expect meticulous treatment and an amazing menu as General Manager Steve Lapiska (formerly of F. Scott’s) and Executive chef Bobby Benjamin will create a dinner experience worthy of these amazing wines.

There you have it! Win this lot, pick your date and you are set… All you need is a driver!

• Krug Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut 1989 “300 Year Anniversary” Bottling • Dom Pérignon Brut 1985 • Joseph Drouhin Marquis de Laguiche Morgeot Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru 2002 • Château Cheval Blanc 1982 • Château Lafite Rothschild 1986 • Fonseca Vintage Port 1963 • Dinner for 6 at Union Common

Donated by Union Common, Bill and Rosann Nunnelly in memory of John R. Lindahl Sr. and George Fehrmann

Live Auction | 157 CHÂTEAU PICHON LONGUEVILLE COMTESSE DE LALANDE

Thank you Nicolas Glumineau for this very special donation from Pichon Lalande.

LUNCH WITH THE COUNTESS IN BORDEAUX LOT 154 AND AN IMPERIAL FOR YOUR CELLAR

Pichon Lalande has a history of strong female ownership, dating way back to its early days. Win this lot and you’ll get to walk the halls of history and have a more than a few sips for yourself!

The Château earned its “Pichon Longueville” name years after its inception when Thérèse, the daughter of the original founder, received the estate as a dowry when she married Jacques de Pichon Longueville. During the 18th century the wine-growing influence at the estate was definitely feminine and was essentially managed by three women: Thérèse de Rauzan, Germaine de Lajus and Marie Branda de Terrefort.

Baron Joseph de Pichon Longueville succeeded his mother when he was only 19. He was 90 years old when he died. On the eve of his death in 1850, Baron Joseph de Pichon Longueville divided the property between his five children. Wanting to be fair to everyone, his two sons received two fifths of the vineyard and the cellars, his three daughters, took the other three fifths, an inheritance that at the time was unheard of for women heirs.

Virginie, Baron Joseph’s daughter and the wife of the Count of Lalande, took over the management of the estate under her name and title: Comtesse de Lalande. In 1850 she commissioned the popular architect Duphot to build a residence inspired by the Hotel de Lalande, located in Bordeaux. Like many of the women before and after her, she made a lasting impact on the estate, which still bears her name.

Bid on this lot to score both an imperial of 2000 Pichon Lalande, and a coveted tasting and lunch for four at the Pichon Longueville estate. With the utmost provenance and quality, the bottle will be the perfect addition to your cellar and the lunch will be the highlight of your next trip to Bordeaux!

• Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2000 (5L) • Tasting and lunch for 4 at the Château

Donated by Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

158 | Live Auction PETER & JANE MARCUM ADRIAN ALTSHULER ATTORNEY AT LAW

It’s so wonderful to receive this fine donation from Peter, Jane and Adrian. We love it!

LOT 155 SCHRADER CELLARS - REALLY GOOD JUICE

Schrader wines are history-makers, name-takers, and heart-achers. When it comes to California Cult Wines, and California wines in general, Schrader Cellars is at the top of the pyramid. Their top dog position was solidified with the 2007 vintage, when James Laube of Wine Spectator and Robert M. Parker Jr. of The Wine Advocate both awarded 100-point scores to not just one, but TWO Schrader Cabs: the CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon and MMVII Beckstoffer To Kalon (Old Sparky). With those 100-point scores, Schrader became the first vintner in history to receive perfect scores with two wines from the same vintage from two different publications.

Fred and Carol Schrader only source from the “First Growths” of Napa vineyards, working with only a handful of blocks they consider to be the best. Limited bottlings + really good juice = hard to come by. Thanks to Peter & Jane Marcum and Adrian Altshuler, you can take home four bottles of Napa Cult Royalty, including the 100-point 2012 CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon.

• Schrader Cellars CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 • Schrader Cellars RBS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 (2 bottles) • Schrader Cellars LPV Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Donated by Peter & Jane Marcum, Adrian Altshuler Attorney at Law

Live Auction | 159 SEADREAM YACHT CLUB

The folks at SeaDream are true blue. Thank you again for your donation.

IT’S A SEADREAM COME TRUE! LOT 156 MEDITERRANEAN VOYAGE FOR TWO

It’s yachting, not cruising, enjoy the SeaDream difference.

Adventure by day, luxury by night. This 7-night yachting experience for two will sail you through some of the most renowned ports in the Spanish Mediterranean while perfecting the balance of casual comfort and refined elegance. Climb aboard one of SeaDream’s chic and stylish mega-yachts and where you can expect to experience the luxury of a lifetime.

Sail from your choice of Athens, Barcelona, Cannes, Monte Carlo, Nice, Rome or Venice aboard a yacht that makes you feel right at home. You can capture the Italian ambiance of Venice while sailing through the city in a romantic gondola, explore the ancient Greek architecture of Athens, get hands-on with Greek cuisine in Santorini or take a stroll through the vibrant streets of Monte Carlo.

With only 56 staterooms and highly personalized service provided by 95 award-winning crew members, your experience is guaranteed to be intimate and luxurious. All guest rooms include a lovely ocean view and numerous amenities. You can dine alfresco with a different backdrop each night or in the elegantly appointed dining salon while experiencing five- star cuisine and fine wine from SeaDream’s wine cellar. After dinner, dance the night away at the “Top of the Yacht” bar or sleep under a canopy of stars in an unspoiled night sky.

During the day, take advantage of the many activities available including golf simulator, mountain biking, water skiing, kayaks and paddle boards, or relax on the floating island and trampoline. SeaDream’s unique, less- crowded itineraries include famous yachting ports, as well as the hidden, secluded harbors that larger ships cannot reach.

160 | Live Auction The outstanding crew and captains look forward to hosting you throughout your trip unlike any other. Live a life of luxury as you step onto the boat. This is your yacht. This is your SeaDream.

• 7-night yachting holiday for 2 on your choice of Mediterranean sailings between May and October (2018) aboard SeaDream I or II. Accommodations will be an ocean view “Yacht Club” stateroom, Deck 3

Restrictions: Mediterranean cruises are available from May-October only. Winner must sail by October 31, 2018. Airfare and rental car are not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

The following are the responsibility of the buyer: 1) Applicable government, port, handling and service fees. 2) Transportation to and from the yacht (air and ground). 3) Optional travel insurance via provider of your choice. 4) Additional expenses incurred during the course of the sailing.

Donated by SeaDream Yacht Club

Live Auction | 161 CHEF ROBERT GRACE ROBERT & JUDITH RICHARDS KAYNE PRIME

What fun it is to partner with Bob Richards. We’re grateful you love good wine and want to share it with us. And we salute Kayne Prime and Chef Robert Grace for your continued partnership.

V.I.P. (VERY INTO PORT) LOT 157 DINNER AT KAYNE PRIME

Do you consider yourself VIP? Or Very Into Port? Do the words “Vintage Port” pique your interest? If so, consider bidding on this Port dinner for 12 on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Kayne Prime!

The stellar lineup of vintage Ports come from Robert “Port Master” Richards’ cellar. Robert is a veteran of the Wine Auction circuit, having chaired the Grand Teton Music Festival Wine Auction in Jackson Hole for many years. Also, he is what we in the business call a Port Nerd, having visited the Duoro and Oporto several times and collected Port for almost 40 years. Last year he hosted a slam dunk Pre World War II Era Port dinner, and this year Robert has come back for more with some whoppers from his cellar. Namely two ports from each of the following vintages: 1924, 1935, 1945, and the infamous 1927.

The 1924 Porto vintage was a low volume year that produced an excellent vintage. It’s drinking well now, so this should be quite a treat. • Warre’s 1924 • Dow’s 1924

The 1935 vintage is a high tannin port with rich fruit; this is a classic Vintage Port. It is aromatic, refined, and firmly structured. • W & J Graham’s Vintage Port 1935 • Smith Woodhouse Vintage Port 1935

The 1945 vintage was a superb year, declared by the major houses. It’s a classic vintage, superlative quality, and concentrated. • W & J Graham’s Vintage Port 1945 • Robertson’s Rebello Valente Vintage Port 1945

162 | Live Auction And the 1927 vintage… well that one is notoriously the finest Vintage Port. Superb concentration; balanced. The chance to drink this is truly a special opportunity. • Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port 1927 • W & J Graham’s Vintage Port 1927

Chef Robert Grace from Kayne Prime is preparing perfect Port pairings for the occasion. It’s no easy feat, but if anyone can do it, it’s Robert Grace.

Now it is up to you. Declare your VIP status by raising your paddle!

• Dinner for 12 at Kayne Prime on Saturday, February 3, 2018 featuring wines listed above

Donated by Robert & Judith Richards, Chef Robert Grace, Kayne Prime

Live Auction | 163 FRANK M. & AMY P. GARRISON

Frank and Amy, thank you for this line up from the Left Bank.

LOT 158 LEFT BANK BORDEAUX EN MAGNUM

What is better than nine superb bottles from the epicenter of the wine world? How about nine MAGNUMS?

Magnums are ideal in so many ways, both for collecting and drinking. Large format bottles are revered both for their protective storage and superior aging capacity. The wine is protected better from light (thicker glass), and the ratio of wine to air is significantly greater. Exposure to air is what ages a wine, allowing the wine to not only age more slowly in magnum, but many believe more evenly, too.

All science aside, magnums are larger, meaning more wine... And more wine is simply more fun. Take home these nine bottles to share with friends, make memories, and savor the unrivaled quality of Left Bank Bordeaux... En magnum!

• Château Cos d’Estournel 1995 (1.5L) (3 bottles) »» A wine of extraordinary intensity and accessibility, the 1995 Cos d’Estournel is a sexier, more hedonistic offering than the muscular, backward 1996. Opulent, with forward aromatics, this terrific Cos possesses remarkable intensity, full body, and layers of jammy fruit nicely framed by the wine’s new oak. Because of low acidity and sweet tannin, the 1995 will be difficult to resist young, although it will age for 2-3 decades. Anticipated maturity: 2001-2025.(RP 95)

• Château Pontet-Canet 1996 (1.5L) (3 bottles) »» Deep ruby-red. Blackcurrant, plum, tobacco and black olive nose is more complex and serious than that of either of the foregoing vintages. Thick, grapey and concentrated; still quite primary. This shows the fat and depth of the ‘96 vintage in the northern Médoc. Finishes long, with substantial tannins. Impressive. (ST 91)

• Château Calon-Ségur 1996 (1.5L) (3 bottles) »» Saturated ruby-red. Pure, highly perfumed aromas of black cherry, currant, plum, minerals, tobacco, leather and fresh herbs. Very ripe, suave and spicy; at once subtle and gripping. Very firm, long finish is youthful but not hard-edged. Showing extremely well. (ST 93)

Donated by Frank M. & Amy P. Garrison in memory of Spencer Hays 164 | Live Auction JOYCE RAISIAN

Thank you Joyce for sharing your Peter Michael Chardonnay with us. We know it can’t be easy to part with such special wine.

STANDING THE TEST OF TIME, LOT 159 PETER MICHAEL CHARDONNAY

In 1982 Sir Peter Michael and Lady Michael purchased 630 acres of volcanic ridges on the western face of Mount St. Helena in Knights Valley. The family hired like-minded winemakers to help them create terroir-driven wines that would stand the test of time. Some of the most illustrious names in the industry have served as Peter Michael Winery’s winemaker including: Helen Turley, Mark Aubert, Vanessa Wong, Luc Morlet, and current winemaker Nicolas Morlet.

This lot boasts one case containing two separate verticals of vintage Peter Michael Chardonnay, namely La Carrière and Belle Côte. With two distinct flavor profiles influenced by the terroir of their namesake vineyards, this lot promises to delight of California Chardonnay lovers.

Typically La Carrière offers the leanest most citrus like fruit profile of any of their Chardonnays coupled with vivid “liquid minerality” that speaks of sea salt and wet stones. The name translates to “The Quarry.”

Located just next to La Carrière, Belle Côte is a contrasting site with thicker soils and an eastern facing exposure. Sloped away from the afternoon sun and sheltered by a stand of trees on its western border, the vines are exceptionally slow to ripen. Typically this wine produces the broadest fattest fruit profile of their Chardonnays with dominant orange peel, tangerine and marmalade flavors accented with exotic lychee and the estate’s signature wet stone mineral character. The name translates to “Beautiful Slope.”

Live Auction | 165 Dive into these verticals of classic Peter Michael Chardonnay wines.

• Peter Michael ‘La Carrière’ Chardonnay 2001 • Peter Michael ‘La Carrière’ Chardonnay 2002 • Peter Michael ‘La Carrière’ Chardonnay 2003 • Peter Michael ‘La Carrière’ Chardonnay 2004 • Peter Michael ‘La Carrière’ Chardonnay 2005 • Peter Michael ‘La Carrière’ Chardonnay 2006 • Peter Michael ‘Belle Côte’ Chardonnay 2000 • Peter Michael ‘Belle Côte’ Chardonnay 2001 • Peter Michael ‘Belle Côte’ Chardonnay 2002 • Peter Michael ‘Belle Côte’ Chardonnay 2003 (2 bottles) • Peter Michael ‘Belle Côte’ Chardonnay 2004

Donated by Joyce Raisian

166 | Live Auction CHEF DEB PAQUETTE TIM PITTS ETCH

Many thanks to Tim Pitts for his spirit of generosity for this offering of spirits. And to Deb Paquette, thank you for donating yet another amazing dining experience at Etch.

TASTE THE HIGHLAND’S BEST; LOT 160 GLENFIDDICH TASTING AT ETCH

Scotch whisky aficionados will rejoice over this exciting Glenfiddich tasting on January 18, 2018 at Etch. You’ll experience 4 flights of 5 Glenfiddich treasures, including some exclusive bottlings like the elusive Snow Phoenix, original 1963 Replica, and 125th Anniversary to name a few. The whiskies are donated by the Whisky King himself, Tim Pitts.

Set in the heart of the Highlands, Glenfiddich, meaning “Valley of the Deer’ in Gaelic, is a place of breathtaking beauty. The vibrant colours of an artist’s palate fill the surrounding hills and forests, while haunting castle ruins and a bubbling natural spring add to the romance.

Glenfiddich is little changed since 1886, when William Grant and his nine children rolled up their sleeves to build the Distillery with their bare hands. These same silent warehouses and steamy mash rooms produce the world’s favorite single malt Scotch whisky today.

Time and experience are the heart of the operation at The Glenfiddich Distillery. Accumulated and passed down through five generations, the rich whisky-making experience of their craftsmen ensures each single malt Scotch whisky matures exquisitely well - balancing rich complexity with Glenfiddich’s unmistakable character.

20 guests will join Tim at Etch on Thursday, January 18 where Deb Paquette will prepare pairings worthy of the Highlands’ best.

Live Auction | 167 Glenfiddich whiskies to be poured: • 12 Year • 26 Year Excellence • 14 Year Bourbon Barrel Reserve • 30 Year • 14 Year Rich Oak • Snow Phoenix • 15 Year Solera Vat • 125th Anniversary • 18 Year Small Batch • IPA Cask • 19 Year Madeira Cask • XX Cask • 19 Year Red Wine Cask • 1963 Replica Edition • 19 Year Bourbon Cask • 1995 Sherry Cask • 21 Year Gran Reserva • Cask of Dreams

Don’t miss this opportunity to taste the Highland’s best!

• Thursday, January 18, 2018 • 6:30 pm • Etch • Set-Price Signup: $500 per person

You can also buy this lot through Mobile Bidding in the Silent Auction. Check out Lot 204. With only 20 spots available, this lot may sell out before it makes it to the Live Auction. In order to secure your place, we suggest buying this lot in the Silent Auction.

Donated by Tim Pitts, Chef Deb Paquette, Etch

168 | Live Auction FRANK M. & AMY P. GARRISON

We salute the Garrison’s once again for another terrific auction lot.

LOT 161 CALON IS WHERE THE HEART IS

Calon-Ségur has a special place in our hearts (pun definitely intended), but the story that inspired the design of the label makes it all the more special.

After passing through generations, the estate became the property of the famous Marquis de Ségur. de Ségur is an important figure in Bordeaux history, not only for his ownership of numerous top Bordeaux estates of the day, (he also owned Lafite and Latour), but de Ségur is credited with uttering the words that spawned the idea behind the heart shaped logo of Calon-Ségur. Legend has it, de Ségur is quoted as saying: “I make my wine at Lafite and Latour, but my heart is in Calon.” That famous saying lives forever on the label of Château Calon-Ségur, where the drawing of a heart is prominently featured on the logo.

This case of 1996 is definitely a wine that is reflective of the Marquis’s passion for Calon-Ségur.

• Château Calon-Ségur 1996 (12 bottles) »» Tasted at the château, the 1996 Calon-Ségur is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 25% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot. This was always a feted wine in its youth by Robert Parker and myself. Now at 20 years of age there is fine delineation on the nose with more detail than the 1986 tasted alongside. The oak is a little more present here (50% in this vintage) married with plenty of redcurrant, cedar, loam and undergrowth aromas. These aromatics can develop further. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannin on the entry, perhaps one of the most youthful and backward of the 1996s that I tasted during my visits. It feels firm in the mouth, masculine, very Saint Estèphe. (Neal Martin, WA)

Donated by Frank M. & Amy P. Garrison in memory of Spencer Hays

Live Auction | 169 BILL & EDIE MITCHELL

Merci pour le vin exquis Bill et Edie Mitchell.

LOT 162 TOP TEN VINTAGES FROM CHÂTEAU MONTELENA

The ravishing deep red wines included in this vertical lot are cherished among critics as a sort of California wine royalty. Founded in 1882, the renowned estate where these delectable beauties come from is one of Napa Valley’s oldest estates, impressing winemakers and enthusiasts even over a century later. Robert Parker says it best, “There is something reassuring about seeing a bottle of Château Montelena.”

Included in this lot are ten of the best selections this estate has to offer hailing from 1974-1985. We can’t wait for you to make your way through this vertical, especially after reading this 2012 review from Robert Parker about the 1985 Cabernet Sauvignon:

The 1985 Château Montelena, which was dormant for so long, yet always seemed to have more promise than real sizzle, has finally arrived. Certainly at age 26 it should finally be showing something, and it is. Dense plum/garnet/ purple to the rim and loaded with minerals, subtle smoke, earth, and crème de cassis, this wine is rich, full-bodied, and has at least another 10-15 years of potential evolution. (RP 96)

• Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1974 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1975 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1977 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1979 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1980 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1981 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1982 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1983 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1984 • Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon 1985

Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

170 | Live Auction PETER & ELEANOR COBB VIRGIN BAY SEAFOOD CAKEBREAD CELLARS

We are grateful for this first time donation from Virgin Bay Seafood. May there be many more. Thanks go to Eleanor and Peter Cobb for opening there home for this fantastic feast, and to Dennis Cakebread who always brightens our day with his generosity.

LOT 163 CAKE BY THE OCEAN

Acquiring fresh fish in landlocked Tennessee is definitely a rarity... Fortunately, this dinner for 20 guests on Saturday, October 14, 2017 provides an opportunity to get your fresh fish fix, without ever having to leave Nashville! Hosted at Eleanor Cobb’s beautiful home, this dinner will feature wines from Cakebread Cellars and an amazing seafood culinary experience from Virgin Bay Seafood and prepared by Chef Kevin Ramquist.

Alaska is one of the most superior fishing areas in the US, let alone the world. When Mike Stoltz, a lifelong Alaskan fisherman, married Cathy, a Nashville native, he began to notice that Tennessee desperately needed fresh Alaskan seafood. On Stoltz’s boat, salmon is caught wild with sustainable methods and then immediately placed in a cold, saltwater bath and blast-frozen as soon as the boat hits the dock. It locks in the flavor and protects the meat, a difference you can taste.

The couple met while wine tasting in Napa, and their affinity for wine and seafood is bar none. Cathy is the one who showed Mike that Nashvillians were hungry for premium-quality, fresh fish, and their Dock to Door Delivery is changing the face of fish in middle Tennessee (and the world).

Sign up now for the freshest seafood dinner in Nashville before it’s too late!

• Saturday, October 14, 2017 • At the home of Peter & Eleanor Cobb • Set-Price Signup: $200 per person

You can also buy this lot through Mobile Bidding in the Silent Auction. Check out Lot 206. With only 20 spots available, this lot may sell out before it makes it to the Live Auction. In order to secure your place, we suggest buying this lot in the Silent Auction.

Donated by Peter & Eleanor Cobb, Virgin Bay Seafood, Cakebread Cellars

Live Auction | 171 PAUL KUHN

Thank you Paul for supporting our cause by offering this very special donation.

ENJOY THE SIMPLE THINGS WITH THIS COZY LOT 164 WEEK LONG GETAWAY IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE

Take a week off at Chez Paul, described by this satisfied VRBO traveler.

Arriving in Armissan was like entering life back in time when your senses could be consumed with beauty and simplicity. Chez Paul provided comfort and accommodations for 6, including a beautiful terrace and well equipped kitchen for cooking. The local butcher shop and bakery around the corner offered the most delightful choices and welcomed us with open arms daily. Day trips within 1-2 hours from Armissan were plentiful and we took advantage of the many delicious and tasty vineyards around the region. We were looking for an authentic French experience in a quiet, charming village. We wanted to shop, cook in, explore, and get to know an area in the south of France. That is exactly what we did. Our stay was over entirely too quickly. The whole experience was, quite simply, the best.

Nestled in Armissan, a quiet wine-growing village with some of the best vineyards in the Languedoc, and just minutes from the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea, this charming vacation home accommodates travelers who want to relax or to explore the Languedoc-Roussillon region of the south of France.

Your vacation home for the week, this converted stone barn is just steps from the town center. The ground level is an open garage with ample parking. Stairs lead up to a great room containing a huge stone fireplace and French doors to a large terrace (with both gas and wood grills) overlooking the vineyards and foothills. Off the great room you’ll find the remodeled kitchen, pleasant dining nook, large en-suite bedroom with French doors to the main terrace, a private bedroom with a double bed, full bath, and more.

Stairs on both sides of the great room lead to bedroom lofts. One loft has a double bed and a private terrace boasting higher view of the village and surroundings. The larger loft has two twin beds and a double bed.

172 | Live Auction The butcher and the baker are open every morning and only steps away from the front gate. 15 minutes away by car, Narbonne, features an array of good shops plus an absolutely delightful daily with the freshest of seafood, meats, cheese, and produce. There are also many fine restaurants in Narbonne and the region.

This home has good cell phone coverage and Wi-Fi. It can sleep 6-8 adults (and a couple of kiddos!) but know that the four double beds are French double beds… meaning they are a bit smaller than those in the US. This cozy getaway is the perfect addition to your next trip overseas, a week to relax and enjoy the simpler things in the South of France!

• 7-night stay at Chez Paul in Armissan, France »» Sleeps 6-8 adults

»» 4 double beds, 2 twin beds (two bedrooms in loft)

»» 3.5 bathrooms

Restrictions: Booking based on availability. Must be scheduled by December 2018. Airfare and rental car are not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Donated by Paul Kuhn

Live Auction | 173 CANA WINE COMPANY

We are winners for sure, with Brad Morley in our corner. Thank you for your generous support.

LOT 165 POMEROL’S GEM - CHÂTEAU TROTANOY

In the 1868 edition of Cocks & Feret’s book on Bordeaux, Château Trotanoy was considered second only to Vieux Château Certan among Pomerol Châteaux. First mentioned in the 1750s, the Château was a massive 25 hectares around the start of the 19th Century and was owned by the Giraud family. Due to French inheritance laws, it is much smaller today, only 8 hectares. The Giraud family eventually sold it in the 1920s to Pecresse, who then sold it to the rising Moueix family in 1953, and almost immediately, Trotanoy began to, again, produce some of the finest wines.

Today, thanks in part to the Moueix family, the blend and winemaking is very similar to Petrus. The 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc vines average fifty years of age, some much longer, and total annual production is approximately 2500 cases (about half that of Petrus).

This lot of 6 bottles of 2013 Trotanoy in their original wood case comes to us from CANA Wine Company.

• Château Trotanoy 2013 (6 bottles) »» In original wooden case

Donated by CANA Wine Company

174 | Live Auction Silent Auction

Silent Auction at l’Eté du Vin

Bidding opens on your Mobile Phone on Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Outstanding wines and other specialty items will be offered by Silent Auction at l’Eté du Vin on Saturday, July 22, 2017. Auction lots will be on display during the event.

Because Nashville Wine Auction utilizes Mobile Bidding for the Silent Auction, you will be able to start bidding at noon on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Guests who have provided a cell phone number will receive an automated welcome text message containing a personal bidding link at that time. If you do not pre-register your cell phone number, you will receive your automated welcome text message when you check in at l’Eté du Vin. Please bring a fully charged smart phone or tablet (with wi-fi capability) to the party. A charging station will be available to recharge your device if necessary. Volunteers will also be available to help you examine the lots and place your bids.

Silent Auction lots will close automatically at 6:55 pm on July 22. Super Silent Auction lots will close automatically at 9:00 pm on July 22.

At the time of closing, all bids are final. All winning bidders are responsible for payment. After visiting Check Out, winning bidders can collect their winnings at Pick Up at the conclusion of the Live Auction.

Please note: In our auction descriptions, unless otherwise noted, bottle size is 750ml and quantity is one single bottle.

Silent Auction | 177 Set-Price Signups

WE CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF ITALY: 201 7-DAY LUXURY TOUR FOR 4

Third year in a row, this trip is a huge success! So far, seven couples from our community have experienced Italy the Nashville Wine Auction way, and all have come back with rave reviews! Since we can’t get enough of Italy… we are offering it again to more lucky bidders!

This trip is dedicated to the pleasures of Northern Italy, whose riches are vast, varied, and yours to discover. Take in art-packed museums, mosaic- filled cathedrals, Michelin-starred restaurants and hillside towns amid vineyards that produce some of the world’s best wine. Whatever your pleasure, this trip will leave you satisfied.

Secure your trip to Italy with one click in the Silent Auction and avoid the increasing bids in the Live Auction! This trip includes...

Visits to the following wineries: Gaja, Giacomo Borgogno, La Spinetta, Gigi Rosso, Ornellaia, Le Macchiole, and Guado al Tasso

Stays at the following hotels: Relais Villa d’Amelia in Barolo, Grand Hotel Miramare on the Italian Riviera, Poggio Ai Santi Inn in Tuscany, Hotel Santa Maria Novella in Florence

Trip also includes: • 6 Nights and 7 days in Italy • 7 VIP winery visits • 6 European-style breakfasts • 4 leisurely gourmet wine lunches • Guided truffle hunt and tasting • Professional Driver / Guide / Interpreter with Mercedes E sedan

This trip is guaranteed to leave you perhaps satiated, but much like us, claiming “We can’t get enough of Italy!”

• Set-Price Signup: $27,000 per group of 4

For full details and restrictions, please review the entire description for Lot 133 on page 122 of the printed auction catalog.

178 | Silent Auction

202 THE TAYLOR OPEN... CELLAR

The most talked about event this Fall will take place on Friday, October 27. It’s the “The Taylor Open... Cellar.” A rare opportunity to taste some of the best wines in the world as Pam and Steve clean out their cellar!

Expect California Cabs, Bordeaux blends, Italian Reds, Sparkling wines, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blancs from both Old and New Worlds. More wines than you’ve ever seen in one evening, all yours for the drinking in one thrilling wine experience.

The Taylors have amazing pours planned, they’ll be opening power players like Opus One, Hundred Acre, Margaux, Latour, Louis Jadot, Domaine Bachelet, Kistler, Kongsgaard, Aubert, Jean Grivot, Williams Selyem, Arietta, Araujo, Bruno Giacosa, GAJA, Biondi Santi, Ornellaia, Sassicaia, and more. (See full wine list in Lot 149 on page 148 of the printed auction catalog.)

Though the attire is casual, the drinking is serious. 50 lucky winners will have a front row seat to The Taylor Open. Game. Set. Match!

• Friday, October 27, 2017 • 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm • At the home of Pam & Steve Taylor • Set-Price Signup: $500 per person

Donated by Pam & Steve Taylor

MUSIC CITY CELLARS 203 A PROGRESSIVE TOUR OF NASHVILLE’S FINEST

“Cellar envy” is a real epidemic these days. If you’ve ever considered building your collection but didn’t know where to start... Or if you’ve just wanted to see how other esteemed collectors do it, here’s your chance to get the best possible insight! Three of our most notorious Nashville collectors, Tom Black, Irv & Karin Lingo, and Bill & Sharon Piper, are opening their cellars and have graciously agreed to share their secrets to cellar success, teach their tricks of the “trade,” and share a few special bottles of their prized collections. 17 lucky bidders will get an intimate, high-end experience of a lifetime on September 17, 2017.

Silent Auction | 179 You’ll start this Sunday afternoon tour at Table 3 for a glass of Champagne with Proprietor and Beverage Director, Elise Loehr. Then hop on the bus. As you travel to the first cellar, you will get some added tips from David Morgan, Grand Argentier and Maitre of the Nashville chapter of the Commanderie de Bordeaux.

After visits to the second and third cellars, the bus will return you to your starting location. It’s bound to be both an informational and exciting experience, so don’t miss out!

• Sunday, September 17, 2017 • 2:00 pm • Starts at Table 3 Restaurant and Market • Set-Price Signup: $600 per person

Donated by Tom Black, Irv & Karin Lingo, Bill & Sharon Piper, David Morgan, Elise Loehr, Table 3 Restaurant and Market, Premiere Transportation

TASTE THE HIGHLAND’S BEST; 204 GLENFIDDICH TASTING AT ETCH

Scotch whisky aficionados will rejoice over this exciting Glenfiddich tasting on January 18, 2018 at Etch. You’ll experience 4 flights of 5 Glenfiddich treasures, including some exclusive bottlings like the elusive Snow Phoenix, original 1963 Replica, and 125th Anniversary to name a few. The whiskies are donated by the Whisky King himself, Tim Pitts.

Time and experience are the heart of the operation at The Glenfiddich Distillery. Accumulated and passed down through five generations, the rich whisky-making experience of their craftsmen ensures each single malt Scotch whisky matures exquisitely well - balancing rich complexity with Glenfiddich’s unmistakable character.

20 guests will join Tim at Etch on Thursday, January 18 where Deb Paquette will prepare pairings worthy of the Highlands’ best.

180 | Silent Auction Glenfiddich whiskies to be poured: • 12 Year • 26 Year Excellence • 14 Year Bourbon Barrel Reserve • 30 Year • 14 Year Rich Oak • Snow Phoenix • 15 Year Solera Vat • 125th Anniversary • 18 Year Small Batch • IPA Cask • 19 Year Madeira Cask • XX Cask • 19 Year Red Wine Cask • 1963 Replica Edition • 19 Year Bourbon Cask • 1995 Sherry Cask • 21 Year Gran Reserva • Cask of Dreams

Don’t miss this opportunity to taste the Highland’s best!

• Thursday, January 18, 2018 • 6:30 pm • Etch • Set-Price Signup: $500 per person

Donated by Tim Pitts, Chef Deb Paquette, Etch

2ND ANNUAL FRIDAY LUNCH 205 FOR WOMEN WHO WINE

Wine can be strong, austere, tannic, and forceful... But there’s something about grace and elegance that can soften a bold wine and make it truly remarkable. Just like wine, women can often have that same effect! Strong wine collectors are impressive, but strong female wine collectors have a power and ease that’s both impressive and effortless. Sorry gents, the lady wine collectors are hard to top!

Lucky for 24 ladies, Nashville’s creme de la creme women wine collectors have joined together to present a lengthy, luxurious lunch at the home of Marjorie Feltus Hawkins on Friday, October 20. There’s truly no better hospitality out there. Join Loren Chumley, Ann Eaden, Vicki Horne, Janet Kurtz, Lisa Maki, and Holly Whaley as they share some of their favorite vintages and expertise. Every woman’s favorite chef, Kevin Ramquist, will be serving up some impeccable dishes to complement what is sure to be the perfect afternoon. Ladies who lunch just got elevated to an even higher standard!

Silent Auction | 181 • Friday, October 20, 2017 • 11:30 am • At the home of Marjorie Feltus Hawkins • Set-Price Signup: $250 per person

Donated by Loren Chumley, Ann Eaden, Vicki Horne, Janet Kurtz, Lisa Maki, Holly Whaley, Marjorie Feltus Hawkins

206 CAKE BY THE OCEAN

Acquiring fresh fish in landlocked Tennessee is definitely a rarity... Fortunately, this dinner for 20 guests on Saturday, October 14, 2017 provides an opportunity to get your fresh fish fix, without ever having to leave Nashville! Hosted at Eleanor Cobb’s beautiful home, this dinner will feature wines from Cakebread Cellars and an amazing seafood culinary experience from Virgin Bay Seafood and prepared by Chef Kevin Ramquist.

Alaska is one of the most superior fishing areas in the US, let alone the world. When Mike Stoltz, a lifelong Alaskan fisherman, married Cathy, a Nashville native, he began to notice that Tennessee desperately needed fresh Alaskan seafood. On Stoltz’s boat, salmon is caught wild with sustainable methods and then immediately placed in a cold, saltwater bath and blast-frozen as soon as the boat hits the dock. It locks in the flavor and protects the meat, a difference you can taste.

The couple met while wine tasting in Napa, and their affinity for wine and seafood is bar none. Cathy is the one who showed Mike that Nashvillians were hungry for premium-quality, fresh fish, and their Dock to Door Delivery is changing the face of fish in middle Tennessee (and the world).

Sign up now for the freshest seafood dinner in Nashville before it’s too late!

• Saturday, October 14, 2017 • 6:30 pm • At the home of Peter & Eleanor Cobb • Set-Price Signup: $200 per person

Donated by Peter & Eleanor Cobb, Virgin Bay Seafood, Cakebread Cellars

182 | Silent Auction

207 BLACK BY BLACK

“Black by Black” was inspired by arguably the top wine collector in the world, Tom Black, and the L.A. Times Winemaker of the Year, Jim Clendenen from Au Bon Climat Winery. The winemaker selected only the finest grapes” from a 300 acre ranch in Santa Barbara County to create a special meritage wine that has won several blind tastings and been scored a perfect 100 points. This wine is a combination of 40% California Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 20% Petit Verdot to produce a bold and balanced red wine. Only 25 cases were produced and are only available to the public at charity auctions. Regular bottles can be cellared for another 8 years and large format bottles for another 10 years, but the wine is drinking great now!

The label is an original piece of art by Master Sumi-e artist Drue Kataoka. The back label is a poem (in Japanese) written by Drue about the friendship between Jim and Tom. The label has seven different shades of black ink. Once a stroke is painted it cannot be changed or erased, making the painting technically demanding while requiring great skill, concentration and years of training.

Available to you is a case of 2010 or 2011 Black by Black (12 bottles or 6 magnum) for $1,000. Simply click “Buy” to claim your wine!

• One case of Black by Black 2010 or 2011 • Available in 6 magnum or 12 750s • Set-Price Signup: $1,000

Donated by Tom Black

Silent Auction | 183 208 Commemorative 6-Pack of California Collectibles

Take all the California Collectibles home with you! The first 24 guests to make a special donation to the Nashville Wine Auction tonight, will receive a Commemorative 6-pack. Each bottle has been carefully selected and signed by the winery’s featured guest making this pack truly collectible. To top it all off, igourmet.com has added a $50 gift card along with a list of their gourmet cheeses to pair with these amazing wines.

California Collectibles Commemorative 6-pack is available for $700, and includes one bottle of each:

Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs 2014

J. Davies Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Hirsch Reserve Estate Pinot Noir 2014

PlumpJack Estate Winery Oakville Napa Valley Syrah 2014

CADE Estate Winery Howell Mountain Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Odette Estate Winery Stags Leap District Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Your generous support will assist our mission to unite the wine community to fund the fight against cancer.

This Commemorative 6-Pack will be available for purchase at the Vintners’ Tasting or as Silent Auction Lot 208.

Set-Price Signup: $700 per 6-pack

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GET OUT YOUR GLITZ, IT’S CMA AWARDS NIGHT! 209 The 51st Annual CMA Awards will broadcast live on ABC from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville during the month of November and this is your chance to be in the room! And then, thanks to Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, you’ll have a room to stay in town with breakfast the following morning. • 2 Lower Level tickets for The 51st Annual CMA Awards (Exact date of the telecast TBA Summer 2017) • 1 night stay for 2 at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel

Restrictions: CMA tickets are for use by the winner and their guest only, are not transferable, and may not be sold or used for promotional, commercial, advertising or other trade purposes.

Donated by Country Music Association, Loews Vanderbilt Hotel

GOLF VACATION FOR 4 IN PINEHURST, NORTH CAROLINA 210 Sandhills Golf Packages offer unique and memorable golf vacations with personal service and local support. They offer a selection of five private homes (full time rentals) that offer the comforts of home and are furnished with the traveler in mind with fully stocked kitchens, televisions, grills and game tables. • 4 nights for 4 in private rental home in Pinehurst, NC • 3 rounds of golf for 4 on your choice of Pine Needles, Dormie Club, Mid Pines, Talamore, Tobacco Road, Mid South or Pinewild courses. • Set-Price Signup: $3,200 for package

Restrictions: Valid November 1 through March 1, and June 1- July 15. Subject to availability, blackout dates may apply. Must book within 12 months of purchase. Upgrades available during booking. Airfare and rental car are not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Donated by Sandhills Golf Packages

Silent Auction | 185 EXCLUSIVE FAMILY PORTRAIT PLUS LUXURY HOTEL STAY 211 Be photographed by world-renowned Bradford in either his New York or Palm Beach location. Package includes a 20” wall portrait on canvas with lavish artistry plus a one night stay at either the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Westchester or the 5 Diamond, 5 Star Eau Resort in Palm Beach. • 20” wall portrait on canvas with lavish artistry • 1 night stay at luxury hotel

Restrictions: Portrait may be of a family or individual (no pets). Winning bidder must contact Bradford Portraits for a mutually agreed upon date and for hotel booking. Airfare and rental car are not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Donated by Bradford Portraits

ONE WEEK STAY IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS CONDO 212 It is time for your Colorado mountain vacation! This elegant mountainside resort is the perfect ski getaway for any couple or small family. Stay just two blocks from the Steamboat mountain gondola, in a beautifully appointed condo with great restaurants and shops right outside your door. This stylish and comfortable condo offers one bedroom, living room, and fully-equipped kitchen. Trappeurs Lodge Crossing also boasts multiple pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, and a fitness area. Just minutes from the ski lift and the mountain village you’ll have a blast whether you hit the slopes, head out for some shopping, or stay in for a movie night on the big screen. • 1 week stay in a condo at Bear Lodge, Trappeurs Crossing in Steamboat Springs, CO • King bed in master bedroom • Queen sleeper sofa in living room

Restrictions: To be used on mutually agreed upon date, subject to availability. Good through July 22, 2018. Airfare and rental car are not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Donated by Bruce Carlock

186 | Silent Auction GOLF GETAWAY IN HILTON HEAD FOR TWO 213 This amazing Palmetto Dunes Resort Golf vacation for two golfers features Hilton Head Island accommodations plus two rounds of golf per player, on your choice of three championship courses! It is 2,000 acres, nestled on three miles of sun-kissed Atlantic Ocean beach front providing the perfect venue for world-class golf and getaway! • 3 days and 2 nights in a 2 bedroom villa at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort • 2 rounds of golf per person on your choice of 3 championship courses • Complimentary bike rentals for 2 • $50 resort gift card • Set-Price Signup: $1,000 per package

Restrictions: Valid September 1 through May 31. Subject to availability, not valid during holiday periods. Must book within 12 months of purchase. Upgrades available during booking. Airfare and rental car are not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Donated by Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort

ARGENTINIAN WINE COUNTRY, TWO NIGHT STAY FOR 2 214 Experience Argentina’s wine culture from the foot of the Andes. This 2-night stay for two Casa de Uco Vineyards and Wine Resort, comes complete with superior services, amenities and exciting activities. The lodge is situated on an 800-acre estate composed of private vineyards, secluded villas and an incredible winery. After tasting the wines, consider basking at the infinity pool, horseback riding through the vineyard, biking, hiking or exploring the ecological reserve and mountains. • 2 night stay for 2 at Casa de Uco in Mendoza, Argentina with breakfast, Spa access and dinner

Restrictions: Must be booked by December 1, 2017. Subject to availability. Airfare and rental car are not included. Trip restrictions apply, see Trip Guidelines in the Auction Rules and Reference section of the catalog.

Donated by Case de Uco Vineyards & Wine Resort

Silent Auction | 187 GOOD OLD BORDEAUX! 215 • Château Calon-Ségur 1959 • Château Cissac 1969 • Château Cos d’Estournel 1966 • Château D’Agassac 1970 (2 bottles) • Château Grand-Pontet 1970 • Château Mouton Baron Phillipe 1969 • Château Rausan-Ségla 1978 Donated by David & Phyllis Vandewater

GOOD OLD BURGUNDY! 216 • Domaine de la Pousse d’Or Les Jarollières Pommard Premier Cru 1964 • Domaine Jean Grivot Les Boudots Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 1962 • Domaine Pierre Gelin Gevrey-Chambertin 1993 • Jaboulet-Vercherre Chambertin 1978 (2 bottles) • Jaboulet-Vercherre Les Thoreys Nuits-St-Georges Premier Cru 1978 Donated by David & Phyllis Vandewater

SCHRADER CELLARS CAB 217 • Schrader Cellars Upper Block Gaudeamus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 (3 bottles) • Schrader Cellars Upper Block Gaudeamus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 (3 bottles) Donated by Frank M. & Amy P. Garrison

A CASE OF PAX MAHLE SYRAH 218 • Pax Mahle Griffin’s Lair Syrah 2011 (12 bottles) Donated by Pax Mahle Wines

REVANA FAMILY CAB 219 • Revana Family Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 (6 bottles) Donated by John & Jennifer Steele

AUBERT CHARDONNAY 220 • Aubert Wines Eastside Vineyard Chardonnay 2013 (3 bottles) Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

188 | Silent Auction LARGE FORMAT PRIDE MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS CAB 221 • Pride Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 (5L) Donated by Pride Mountain Vineyards

2012 KEN WRIGHT CELLARS PINOT NOIR 223 • Ken Wright Cellars Abbott Claim Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012 (4 bottles) • Ken Wright Cellars Carter Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012 (4 bottles) • Ken Wright Cellars Guadalupe Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012 (2 bottles) • Ken Wright Cellars Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012 (2 bottles) Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

MIXED CALIFORNIA CABS FROM THE 90S 224 • Cardinale Estate Red 1999 • Whitehall Lane Winery & Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 • Gary Farrell Ladi’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1990 • Legacy Alexander Mountain Estate Red 1997 (2 bottles) • Silverado Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1990 • Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Estate Fay Cabernet Sauvignon 1990 • Swanson Vineyards Alexis Estate Red1996 Donated by Gus Bellos, Joyce Raisian

2000 BORDEAUX 225 • Château Cantenac Brown 2000 • Château d’Issan 2000 (2 bottles) • Château Lascombes 2000 • Château Marjosse 2000 • Château Palmer Alter Ego de Palmer 2000 • Château Prieure-Lichine 2000 Donated by Joyce Raisian

CHÂTEAU MONTELENA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 226 • Château Montelena The Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 (3 bottles) Donated by Glenn & Ann Eaden

Silent Auction | 189 HERB LAMB VINEYARDS, MAGNUM AND TASTING 227 • Herb Lamb Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (1.5L) • Herb Lamb Vineyards Private Tasting for 6 Donated by Herb Lamb Vineyards, Herb & Jennifer Lamb

1990S CAYMUS CAB COLLECTION 228 • Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1990 • Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1992 • Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1995 • Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 • Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 • Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

CHÂTEAU LA MISSION HAUT-BRION IN MAGNUM 229 • Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1981 (1.5L) Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

CLASSIC REDS FROM THE CELLAR OF JOHN & BETH HUFF 230 • Beaulieu Vineyard BV Reserve Tapestry 1994 • Freemark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon 1994 • Pine Ridge Vineyards Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 1994 • Paradigm Cabernet Sauvignon 1994 • Beringer Vineyards Alluvium Red 1994 • Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia 1994 Donated by John & Beth Huff

PAHLMEYER 231 • Pahlmeyer Red Wine 2001 (3 bottles) Donated by Glenn & Ann Eaden

190 | Silent Auction PRIVATE DINNER FOR SIX AT FLEMING’S 232 Work with Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar to create a magical dinner for six in the private dining room. You just set the date and bring your wine (you will not be charged corkage) and the staff at Fleming’s will take care of the rest! They will even work with you on the menu! • Dinner for 6 in private dining room at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar

Restrictions: Only valid at Nashville Fleming’s location. Gift certificate expires July 22, 2018. Not available on holidays or prime dates. Wine and gratuity not included.

Donated by Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar

ASSORTED BAROLO 233 • Domenico Clerico Ciabot Mentin Ginestra Barolo DOCG 2009 (3 bottles) • Giacomo Fenocchio Barolo Bussia Barolo DOCG 2011 (2 bottles) • Elio Altare Vigneto Arborina Barolo DOCG 2009 • Elio Altare Cerretta Vigna Bricco Barolo DOCG 2009 • Monchiero Rocche di Castiglion Faletto Barolo DOCG 2009 • G.D. Vajra Langhe Nebbiolo 2014 Donated by Tom & Stephanie Baldwin

KENZO ESTATE RINDO 234 • Kenzo Estate Rindo 2007 (4 bottles) Donated by John & Jennifer Steele

2004 MOUTON 235 • Château Mouton Rothschild 2004 Donated by Village Wines, Ed & Virginia Fryer

FRAMED HOUSE WINE PRINT BY MICHAEL PATRICK MANESS 236 • Framed “House Wine” giclée print by Michael Patrick Maness, signed by artist »» 18” x 27.5” Donated by Thomas & Patricia Richard

Silent Auction | 191 GIUSEPPE QUINTARELLI AMARONE 237 • Giuseppe Quintarelli Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 1995 Donated by Tim & Mary Schoettle

CHÂTEAU MONBOUSQUET IN MAGNUM 238 • Château Monbousquet Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 1999 (1.5L) (3 bottles) Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

BAROLO FOR TWO 239 • Paolo Scavino Bric del Fiasc Barolo DOCG 1990 • Domenico Clerico Pajana Barolo DOCG 1990 Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

SOMERSTON ESTATE IN MAGNUM 240 • Somerston Estate Stornoway 2013 (1.5L) • Somerston Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (1.5L) Donated by Somerston Estate

HOURGLASS BLUELINE CAB FRANC 241 • Hourglass Blueline Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2007 (2 bottles) • Hourglass Blueline Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2009 (2 bottles) Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

HALF CASE OF WEST COAST PINOT NOIR 243 • Artesa Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012 • Bonaccorsi Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008 • Evening Land ‘Seven Springs Vineyard La Source’ Pinot Noir 2010 • Merry Edwards Flax Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014 • Williams Selyem ‘Westside Road Neighbors’ Pinot Noir 2013 • Wren Hop Vineyards ‘Mortal Coil’ Pinot Noir 2012 Donated by Mark B. & Holly Whaley

1975 MOUTON 244 • Château Mouton Rothschild 1975 Donated by David & Phyllis Vandewater

192 | Silent Auction DATE NIGHT WITH PHIFER PAVITT 245 • Phifer Pavitt Date Night Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 (6 bottles) Donated by Michael & Cindee Gold

2005 BORDEAUX 246 • Château Duhart-Milon 2005 • Château Canon La Gaffeliere 2005 • Château Le Boscq 2005 • Château Lagrange 2005 (2 bottles) Donated by Joyce Raisian

HALL CAB VERTICAL FROM DIAMOND MOUNTAIN DISTRICT 247 • Hall Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 • Hall Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 • Hall Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Donated by Scott Peterson & Loren Chumley

FIVE DUNN VINEYARDS CAB 248 • Dunn Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 (5 bottles) Donated by Dunn Vineyards

2012 DONUM ESTATE PINOT NOIR COLLECTION 249 • Donum Estate Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2012 • Donum Estate West Slope Pinot Noir 2012 • Donum Estate Russian River Reserve Pinot Noir 2012 • Donum Estate East Slope Pinot Noir 2012 • Donum Estate Angel Camp Pinot Noir 2012 • Donum Estate Grown Carneros Pinot Noir 2012 Donated by Scott Peterson & Loren Chumley

COLGIN CELLARS CARIAD 250 • Colgin Cellars Cariad Red 1999 (2 bottles) Donated by Frank M. & Amy P. Garrison

ILSLEY COLLECTION 251 • Ilsley Vineyards Seis Primas Red 2013 (2 bottles) • Ilsley Vineyards Seis Primas Red 2012 (2 bottles) • Ilsley Vineyards Downey Ranch Red Malbec 2010 • Ilsley Vineyards Downey Ranch Red Malbec 2011 Donated by A Friend of Nashville Wine Auction

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SAINT ÉMILION GRAND CRU 252 • Château Lassègue Saint Émilion Grand Cru 2005 (5 bottles) Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

BLACKBIRD VINEYARDS 253 • Blackbird Vineyard Contrarian Red 2013 (2 bottles) • Blackbird Vineyards Arise Red 2014 (2 bottles) Donated by Blackbird Vineyards

CONNOISSEUR OF THE MONTH CLUB FROM IGOURMET.COM 254 Travel the different flavors of the world, while enjoying the convenience of having products shipped to your door with a one year subscription to igourmet.com’s Connoisseur of the Month Club. Each month this perfect culinary getaway is themed around a country or flavor, to demonstrate the varied and colorful flavors of the world. Each month’s shipment normally includes 2-3 items. From Spanish tapas to Moroccan pantry staples, to the smoky flavors of the American Southwest, the best products are selected from a range of cultures, both near and far. Also included is a newsletter explaining that month’s theme, details on the product’s origin, who makes them and serving suggestions for how to use them. • 1 year subscription to Connoisseur of the Month Club from igourmet.com

Restrictions: Surcharges apply to orders shipping to P.O. Boxes and outside the Continental U.S.

Donated by igourmet.com

PRIDE MOUNTAIN MAGNUM 255 • Pride Mountain Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 (1.5L) Donated by Fred & Cathy Weisbrodt

194 | Silent Auction BONACCORSI CHARDONNAY, PINOT NOIR, AND SYRAH 257 • Bonaccorsi Melville Vineyard Chardonnay 2010 (4 bottles) • Bonaccorsi Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir 2010 (4 bottles) • Bonaccorsi Larner Vineyard Syrah 2010 (4 bottles) Donated by Jenne Bonaccorsi

CHÂTEAU HAUT BRISSON 258 • Château Haut Brisson Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2005 • Château Haut Brisson Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2006 (3 bottles) • Château Haut Brisson Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2009 (4 bottles) • Château Haut Brisson Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2010 Donated by A Friend of Nashville Wine Auction

DOMAINE CARNEROS LE RÈVE VERTICAL 259 • Domaine Carneros by Taittinger Le Rève Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Brut 2009 • Domaine Carneros by Taittinger Le Rève Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Brut 2010 • Domaine Carneros by Taittinger Le Rève Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Brut 2011 Donated by Bill & Susan Joy

TAYLOR PORT 260 • Taylor Vintage Port 1992 Donated by Bruce Carlock

GAJA DAGROMIS 261 • Gaja Dagromis Barolo DOCG 2014 (4 bottles) Donated by A Friend of Nashville Wine Auction

HANZELL VINEYARDS CHARDONNAY 262 • Hanzell Vineyards DeBrye Vineyard Chardonnay 2011 • Hanzell Vineyards DeBrye Vineyard Chardonnay 2012 • Hanzell Vineyards Ramos Vineyard Chardonnay 2012 • Hanzell Vineyards Chardonnay 2012 Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

Silent Auction | 195 SYRAH FROM LEDGE VINEYARDS 263 • Ledge Vineyards Adams Ranch Vineyard Syrah 2014 (2 bottles) • Ledge Vineyards Vineyard Drive 2014 (2 bottles) • Ledge Vineyards James Berry Vineyard Syrah 2014 (2 bottles) Donated by Ledge Vineyards

CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2010 264 • Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2010 (3 bottles) Donated by Michael & Cindee Gold

CAB & MERLOT FROM DARIOUSH 265 • Darioush Signature Merlot 2009 (2 bottles) • Darioush Signature Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 (2 bottles) Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

BARNETT VINEYARDS 1999 HORIZONTAL 266 • Barnett Vineyards Rattlesnake Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 • Barnett Vineyards Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 • Barnett Vineyards Peacock Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 Donated by Joyce Raisian

DONNA’S SYRAH FROM MELVILLE ESTATE 267 • Melville Estate Donna’s Syrah 2006 (3L) Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

READY-TO-DRINK CALIFORNIA REDS 268 • Newton Vineyard Red Label Claret 1996 • Dynamite Vineyards Red Hills Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 • S. Anderson Richard Chambers Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 1994 • Grgich Hills Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 • B.R. Cohn Winery Olive Hill Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 • Babcock Vineyards Fathom Red Blend 2000 Donated by Gus Bellos 196 | Silent Auction BRANSON COACH HOUSE SHIRAZ 269 • Two Hands Wines Branson Coach House Shiraz 1999 (6 bottles) Donated by Noelle Daughtery and Jack Erter

VGS CAB FROM CHÂTEAU POTELLE 270 • Château Potelle VGS Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (3 bottles) Donated by Michael & Cindee Gold

TURLEY ZINFANDEL 271 • Turley Wine Cellars Fredericks Zinfandel 2012 • Turley Wine Cellars Heminway Vineyard Zinfandel 2012 • Turley Wine Cellars Ueberroth Vineyard Zinfandel 2013 (2 bottles) Donated by Nolan & Cathlin Mitchell

SHOWKET VINEYARDS CAB 272 • Showket Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 (3 bottles) Donated by Glenn & Ann Eaden

HER MAJESTY’S SECRET SERVICE FROM POTT WINE 273 • Pott Her Majesty’s Secret Service Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (1.5L) Donated by John & Jennifer Steele

WHITE WINES FROM PETER MICHAEL 275 • Peter Michael ‘Coeur à Coeur’ White Blend 2012 • Peter Michael ‘Coeur à Coeur’ White Blend 2013 • Peter Michael ‘L’Après-Midi’ Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

2009 PREMIER CRU RED BURGUNDY 276 • Domaine Gabriel Billard Les Charmots Pommard Premier Cru 2009 (3 bottles) • Danjean-Berthoux Clos du Cras Long Givry Premier Cru 2009 (3 bottles) Donated by Mark B. & Holly Whaley

Silent Auction | 197 SCRUMPTIOUS SAXUM VINEYARDS 277 • Saxum Vineyards James Berry Vineyard 2010 • Saxum Vineyards Broken Stones 2007 Donated by Adam & Valerie Landa

PAUL LATO PINOT NOIR 278 • Paul Lato Kokoro Santa Barbara Pinot Noir 2012 • Paul Lato Suerte Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012 • Paul Lato C’est la Vie Wenzlau Vineyard Pinor Noir 2011 Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

PATZ & HALL CHARDONNAY HORIZONTAL 279 • Patz & Hall Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay 2012 • Patz & Hall Zio Tony Vineyard Chardonnay 2012 • Patz & Hall Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay 2012 • Patz & Hall Dutton Ranch Chardonnay 2012 Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

GAJA CA’MARCANDA MAGARI 280 • Gaja Ca’Marcanda Magari Toscana IGT 2014 (4 bottles) Donated by A Friend of Nashville Wine Auction

PRIDE MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS CAB VERTICAL 281 • Pride Mountain Vineyards Vintner Select Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 • Pride Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 • Pride Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

WILLIAMS SELYEM CHARDONNAY HORIZONTAL 282 • Williams Selyem Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay 2013 • Williams Selyem Allen Vineyard Chardonnay 2013 • Williams Selyem Olivet Lane Vineyard Chardonnay 2013 Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

198 | Silent Auction CAB FRANC VERTICAL FROM ROBINSON FAMILY 283 • Robinson Family Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2011 • Robinson Family Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2012 • Robinson Family Vineyards Cabernet Franc 2013 Donated by A Friend of Nashville Wine Auction

REDS FROM NORTHSTAR 284 • Northstar Walla Walla Valley Red Blend 2013 (4 bottles) • Northstar Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (2 bottles) Donated by Northstar

CÔTE DE NUITS RED BURGUNDY 285 • Domaine Christian Clerget Chambolle-Musigny 2010 (3 bottles) Donated by Michael & Cindee Gold

DUNN VINEYARDS CAB IN MAGNUM 286 • Dunn Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 (1.5L) Donated by Lipman Brothers, R.S. Lipman Company

GAJA CA’MARCANDA VISTAMARE 287 • Gaja Ca’Marcanda Vistamare Toscana IGT 2014 (4 bottles) Donated by A Friend of Nashville Wine Auction

WEST COAST PINOT NOIR TRIO 288 • Barnett Vineyards Tina Marie Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013 • Beaux Freres ‘The Beaux Freres Vineyard’ Pinot Noir 2007 • Williams Selyem Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012 Donated by Chase Cole

COLGIN CARIAD 290 • Colgin Cariad Red 2000 Donated by Village Wines, Ed & Virginia Fryer

Silent Auction | 199 SHOP PETER NAPPI! 291 • $200 Peter Nappi gift card to be used in studio or online Restrictions: Can only be applied to full price pair of shoes or Peter Nappi branded tote or purse. Cannot be combined with other offers or gift cards. Donated by Phillip & Dana Nappi

LILLIAN SYRAH 292 • Lillian Syrah 2013 (3 bottles) Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

A LOT OF SIDURI 2014 PINOT NOIR 293 • Siduri Betty Ann Vineyard Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2014 • Siduri Blanc de Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2014 • Siduri Sierra Mar Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2014 • Siduri Sonatera Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2014 • Siduri Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2014 • Siduri Van der Kamp Vineyard Sonoma Mountain Pinot Noir 2014 Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

THE MANY RED BLENDS OF J. BOOKWALTER 294 • J. Bookwalter Readers Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 (2 bottles) • J. Bookwalter Conner Lee Vineyard Conflict Red Blend 2013 • J. Bookwalter Protagonist Cabernet Blend 2012 (2 bottles) Donated by J. Bookwalter

GREAT GERMAN RIESLING 295 • Weingut Gessinger Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Auslese 2003 (6 bottles) Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

CHÂTEAU GRAND MAYNE 296 • Château Grand Mayne 1998 (3 bottles) Donated by Glenn & Ann Eaden

200 | Silent Auction RED AND WHITE MERRY EDWARDS 297 • Merry Edwards Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2013 (2 bottles) • Merry Edwards Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2014 (2 bottles) Donated by Merry Edwards Winery

VILAFONTÉ RED BLEND 298 • Vilafonté Series M Red Blend 2003 (3 bottles) Donated by Glenn & Ann Eaden

GAJA CA’MARCANDA PROMIS 299 • Gaja Ca’Marcanda Promis Toscana IGT 2014 (4 bottles) Donated by A Friend of Nashville Wine Auction

FEEL FREE TO SHOP WINES ‘TIL SOLD OUT 300 • $200 gift card for WTSO Donated by Wines ‘Til Sold Out, WTSO.com

BELL WINE CELLARS, MAGNUM AND TASTING 301 • Bell Wine Cellars Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (1.5L) • Bell Wine Cellars Grape to Glass Tasting for 2 Restrictions: Tasting certificate expires July 22, 2018 Donated by Bell Wine Cellars

ALTESINO 302 • Altesino Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 1997 (4 bottles) Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

ONE, TWO, THREE BURGUNDY 304 • Domaine Sylvain Pataille Marsannay Clos du Roy 2012 • Domaine Simon Bize et Fils Les Talmettes Savigny-les-Beaune Premier Cru 2011 • Philippe Pacalet La Perrière Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru 2009 Donated by Chase Cole

SOJOURN CELLARS PINOT NOIR 305 • Sojourn Cellars Reuling Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013 (3 bottles) Donated by William J. & Donna Shergy

Silent Auction | 201 A MAGNUM OF BOLLA AMARONE CLASSICO 306 • Bolla Amarone Classico Millennium 1995 (1.5L) Donated by Gus Bellos

A BOUQUET OF FLORA SPRINGS 307 • Flora Springs Trilogy Red Wine 2013 • Flora Springs Merlot 2014 (2 bottles) • Flora Springs Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 Donated by Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards

CHÂTEAU RIEUSSEC 308 • Château Rieussec 2003 (3 bottles) Donated by Noelle Daughtery & Jack Erter

PAOLO SCAVINO BAROLO TRIO 309 • Paolo Scavino Carobric Barolo DOCG 2011 • Paolo Scavino Monvigliero Barolo DOCG 2011 • Paolo Scavino Bricco Ambrogio Barolo DOCG 2011 Donated by Tom & Stephanie Baldwin

MALBEC AND CAB FRANC FROM CROCKER & STARR 310 • Crocker & Starr Casali 7th Edition Malbec 2014 • Crocker & Starr Cabernet Franc 2014 Donated by Crocker and Starr

GAYLORD SPRINGS GOLF FOR 4 311 Grab some friends and make it a golf day! Enjoy 18 holes at the Gaylord Springs Golf Course including greens fees, carts and range balls. • 18 holes of golf for 4 at Gaylord Springs Golf Links in Nashville, TN

Restrictions: Valid on weekdays only. Must book tee time within 12 months of purchase. Fully transferable.

Donated by Gaylord Springs Golf Links

202 | Silent Auction WESTHAVEN GOLF FOR 4 IN FRANKLIN 312 Enjoy 18 holes of golf at the Westhaven Golf Club in western Williamson County. Opened in 2009, this course was named to Golf Week and Golf Digest 2010 Best New Courses list. • 18 holes of golf for 4 at Westhaven Golf Club in Franklin, TN. Includes greens fees and range balls.

Restrictions: Available Tuesday through Sunday (excludes Holidays). Tee time access may be restricted during peak times. Must book tee time within 12 months of purchase. Fully transferable.

Donated by Westhaven Golf Club

DOMAINE BRUSSET GIGONDAS SOUTHERN RHÔNE BLEND 314 • Domaine Brusset Gigondas Les Hauts de Montmirail 1995 (5 bottles) Donated by Noelle Daughtery and Jack Erter

CABS FROM PAIRINGS 2017 FEATURED GUESTS 315 • Phifer Pavitt Date Night Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 • D.R. Stephens Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 Donated by D.R. Stephens Estate, Phifer Pavitt Winery

GIORNATA GEMELLAIA VERTICAL 316 • Giornata Gemellaia 2011 • Giornata Gemellaia 2012 • Giornata Gemellaia 2013 • Giornata Gemellaia 2014 Donated by Giornata Wines

HOSPICES DE BEAUNE PREMIER CRU IN MAGNUM 317 • Hospices de Beaune Beaune Premier Cru Cuvée Guigone de Salins 2012 (1.5L) Donated by Maison Louis Jadot

ZENA CROWN VINEYARD SUM PINOT NOIR 318 • Zena Crown Vineyard Sum Pinot Noir 2013 (2 bottles) Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

Silent Auction | 203 SYRAH: HERMAN STORY’S SPECIALTY 319 • Herman Story Bolt Cutter Syrah 2014 • Herman Story Nuts & Bolts Syrah 2014 • Herman Story Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah 2012 Donated by Herman Story Wines

ENJOY A 90 MINUTE MASSAGE IN YOUR HOME 320 • 90 minute massage in your home from LMT Lori Jones Donated by Lori Jones

ITALIAN RED BLEND 321 • Brancaia Il Blu Toscana IGT 2004 (2 bottles) Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

HUNGARIAN DESSERT WINE 322 • The Royal Tokaji Wine Company Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos 2005 (500 ml) (2 bottles) Donated by Bill & Edie Mitchell

CAIN FIVE RED BLEND 323 • Cain Vineyard & Winery Cain Five Red Blend 1993 (2 bottles) Donated by Michael & Cindee Gold

DOMAIN TEMPIER BANDOL RHÔNE BLENDS 324 • Domaine Tempier Bandol 2012 (2 bottles) • Domaine Tempier Bandol 2013 Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

QUIVIRA VINEYARDS SAMPLER 326 • Quivira Vineyards Elusive 2014 • Quivira Vineyards Fig Tree Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2015 (2 bottles) • Quivira Vineyards Montepulciano - Sangiovese 2014 • Quivira Vineyards Petite Sirah 2013 Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

ASSORTED RED CAR ESTATE 327 • Red Car Estate Vineyard Chardonnay 2014 • Red Car Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014 • Red Car Estate Vineyard Syrah 2012 Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

204 | Silent Auction TÉLÉGRAMME CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 328 • Télégramme Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2010 (3 bottles) Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

SPANISH GODELLO FROM A 100-YEAR-OLD VINEYARD 329 • Bodegas Valdesil Pedrouzos Godello Valdeorras 2004 (1.5L) Donated by William & Sharon Piper

WINDRACER RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY PINOT NOIR 330 • WindRacer Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2011 (3 bottles) Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

QUILCEDA CREEK CVR RED WINE 331 • Quilceda Creek ‘CVR’ Red Wine 2003 • Quilceda Creek ‘CVR’ Red Wine 2004 Donated by Adam & Valerie Landa

PETITE SIRAH FROM RETRO CELLARS 332 • Retro Cellars Petite Sirah 2011 (3 bottles) Donated by Harvey & Elise Crouch

CLASSIC RUFFINO CHIANTI 333 • Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1988 (2 bottles) • Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1970 Donated by David & Phyllis Vandewater

MERLOT FROM PACIFIC NORTHWEST 334 • Northstar Columbia Valley Merlot 2013 • J. Bookwalter Readers Merlot 2014 (2 bottles) Donated by J. Bookwalter, Northstar

ROBERT MONDAVI WINERY IN MAGNUM 336 • Robert Mondavi Winery Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 (1.5L) Donated by Lipman Brothers, R.S. Lipman Company

Silent Auction | 205 AMARYLLIS CAB FROM BOUGETZ CELLARS 337 • Bougetz Cellars Amaryllis Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 (2 bottles) Donated by Bougetz Cellars

2006 SAUTERNES 338 • Château de Fargues Sauternes 2006 Donated by Village Wines, Ed & Virginia Fryer

GORGEOUS GAJA WINE LABELS MAKE GORGEOUS CANDLES! 339 Made from the great wine bottles from l’Eté du Vin events of the past, these candles are top of the line! With soy wax and 150 hours of burn time, you will enjoy these three candles far longer than you did the wine! • Gaja Rennina 1990 label with Cuban Tobacco scent • Gaja Sugarille 2006 label with unscented candle • Gaja Rossj Bass 2014 label with Rustic Lodge scent Donated by a Friend of Nashville Wine Auction

DESPARADA, ONE RED AND ONE WHITE 340 • Desparada Death & Resurrection White Hawk Vineyard Sangiovese 2014 • Desparada Wayfinder Chardonnay 2015 Donated by Desparada Wines

LARGE FORMAT SWANSON VINEYARDS MERLOT 341 • Swanson Vineyards Merlot 2011 (1.5L) Donated by Lipman Brothers, R.S. Lipman Company

BRANCH CANDELABRAS 400 At l’Eté du Vin on Saturday night, the room will be aglow with centerpieces featuring gorgeous candelabras that resemble branches. These candelabras are from Crate & Barrel and retail for $79.95 each, however you can purchase our (gently-used) centerpieces for $50! Buy it now and pick it up after l’Eté du Vin from the Nashville Wine Auction office. (Glass cylinders not included)

• Set-Price Signup: $50 each

206 | Silent Auction GAS CARDS FOR CANCER PATIENTS 401 Help cancer patients focus on their healing journey without having to worry about the added expense of traveling to Nashville for treatments.

With your $50 donation, a gas card will be provided for a patient in need through the following Beneficiaries:

• American Cancer Society Hope Lodge • Gilda’s Club • PearlPoint Cancer Support • Saint Thomas Cancer Network • Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center

• Set-Price Signup: $50

NASHVILLE WINE AUCTION BASEBALL CAP 402 Show your support with this Nashville Wine Auction cap. New design in 2017!

• Set-Price Signup: $25

NASHVILLE WINE AUCTION CHAMPAGNE STOPPER 403 Although leftover Champagne is commonly not an issue, with this handy Champagne stopper you can keep it bubbly for mimosas the following morning!

• Set-Price Signup: $10

NASHVILLE WINE AUCTION WINE TOTE 404 Carry your wine in style with this zippered wine tote! It holds two bottles of wine and comes with a corkscrew.

• Set-Price Signup: $25

NASHVILLE WINE AUCTION WINE OPENER 405 This is the perfect souvenir that you’ll use for years to come!

• Set-Price Signup: $10

Silent Auction | 207 208 | Silent Auction Auction Rules & Reference

Silent Auction at l’Eté du Vin

Bidding opens on your Mobile Phone on Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Outstanding wines and other specialty items will be offered by Silent Auction at l’Eté du Vin on Saturday, July 22, 2017. Auction lots will be on display during the event.

Because Nashville Wine Auction utilizes Mobile Bidding for the Silent Auction, you will be able to start bidding at noon on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Guests who have provided a cell phone number will receive an automated welcome text message containing a personal bidding link at that time. If you do not pre-register your cell phone number, you will receive your automated welcome text message when you check in at l’Eté du Vin. Please bring a fully charged smart phone or tablet (with wi-fi capability) to the party. A charging station will be available to recharge your device if necessary. Volunteers will also be available to help you examine the lots and place your bids.

Silent Auction lots will close automatically at 6:55 pm on July 22. Super Silent Auction lots will close automatically at 9:00 pm on July 22.

At the time of closing, all bids are final. All winning bidders are responsible for payment. After visiting Check Out, winning bidders can collect their winnings at Pick Up at the conclusion of the Live Auction.

The Silent Auction lot listing begins on page 178 of this catalog.

Please note: In our auction descriptions, unless otherwise noted, bottle size is 750ml and quantity is one single bottle.

Auction Rules and Reference | 211 Mobile Bidding

All bidding for the Silent Auction will take place on your smart phone. You will be able to browse lots, place bids and even get alerts if someone outbids you. Instead of running back to the auction tables to check on your bids, you can spend more time enjoying a glass of wine and socializing with your friends.

How Do I Register? Guests who have provided their cell phone number will receive an automated welcome text message containing a personal bidding link at noon on the Wednesday prior to the Auction. You can call the Nashville Wine Auction office at (615) 329-1760 and provide your cell phone number. Others who have not provided cell phone numbers in advance will give their number at the registration desk and will receive an automated welcome text message containing a personal mobile bidding link within about two minutes. If you do not receive a text message, please notify a volunteer or staff member. Volunteers wearing burgundy shirts are ready to help you with mobile bidding.

How Do I Bid? 1. Click on the link found in your automated text message. Do not share this link, it is tied to your bid number!

2. Scroll through the auction lot listings, or click the magnifying glass to search auction items by lot number or keyword. You can click the three line icon in the upper right to pull up items by category, or visit your auction activity by clicking the red “My List” button.

3. Click on a listing to see the description and photos or to place a bid.

4. On the auction lot detail screen, you can do three things: • You can quickly bid the next increment by clicking the “Quick Bid” button.

212 | Auction Rules and Reference • Click the “Bid” button which allows you to select your maximum bid. The system will automatically place bids in your favor until your maximum bid is reached or until the auction closes. If the bid you enter is lower than the highest max bid on that lot, you will be prompted to enter a higher bid.

• “Watch” lots. Are there some lots you just want to keep your eye on? No problem, just click star icon to see how high the bids go! Visit your “My List” page to see all of your auction activity, including starred items.

5. For Set-Price Signup lots: Click on the “Buy” button on the package detail page.

6. To make a general donation: Click on the “Donate Now” button on your home screen and choose a pre-set amount or enter the amount you wish to donate and select “Donate.”

What if Someone Out Bids Me? 1. If you are outbid, you will be notified via text message.

2. You can keep an eye on all of your auction activity by clicking the red “My List” button under the three lined icon in the upper right of your screen.

How Do I Know If I Won? 1. Watch the official event time located on the upper left of your screen. As soon as the Silent Auction closes, the guest with the highest bid will win and receive notification via text.

2. On the “My List” screen (accessible from the three lined icon menu in the upper right) you can check your auction activity, including lots you have won.

Troubleshooting Should you have any questions, encounter any difficulties or enter an incorrect bid, please locate a Mobile Bidding Support Team member in a burgundy shirt that can assist you.

Auction Rules and Reference | 213 Live Auction Instructions

Each Live Auction lot will be offered in catalog sequence. Any variation from the catalog description will be announced by the Auctioneer at the time the lot is offered. Please listen carefully as the Auctioneer presents various lots and explains the procedure for placing bids. The Auctioneer will announce each lot number, and bidding will commence at his/her discretion. Each lot will be sold to the highest bidder. Bidding will advance in increments decided by the Auctioneer. All sales are final.

Indication of a bid should be made by a positive display of your hand or numbered bidding paddle, and may be made directly to the Auctioneer or any of the bid spotters nearby.

Please note: Nose-scratching and earlobe pulling may be done with impunity. It is, however, unwise to frantically wave to your friend across the room while bidding is in progress!

While most lots are sold to the single highest bidder, we do offer specialty lots that operate on a different set of rules. These Include:

Buy-A-Spot Some of the lots in the Live Auction will be sold as Buy-A-Spot (formerly known as Dutch) auction lots. Unlike the individual bidding of a regular auction lot, a Buy-A-Spot works by elimination. The Auctioneer suggests an opening bid and anyone willing to pay that price stands up (everyone present may stand). As the price rises higher and higher, anyone willing to pay the new bid remains standing; others simply take their seats. This continues until the number of people standing matches the number of items available. Each bidder standing when the hammer falls receives one item, paying the last (highest) bid named. Please indicate to the Auctioneer if you wish more than one item by holding up the corresponding number of fingers before bidding closes.

214 | Auction Rules and Reference High Bidder’s Choice With this style of auction, the highest bidder will have the chance to take any or all of the offered items, each at the price of the high bid. For example, there are five bottles of wine offered at high bidder’s choice and the high bid is $500. That high bidder has the option to take one for $500, all five for $2,500, or any combination in between. After the bidder makes their selection, any remaining items are offered again at high bidder’s choice until all are sold.

Set-Price Lots Some of the lots in the Silent and Live Auctions will be sold at a pre- determined selling price. These lots are for attendance at “Specially Organized Events” in which a large number of spaces are available.

If you wish to purchase a spot using Mobile Bidding in the Silent Auction, simply click “Buy” on your mobile device. Repeat this process to buy more than one space (reservation). If you are signing up on a paper bid sheet, then simply sign your name and bid number, indicating that you agree to pay the designated amount. If you desire more than one space (reservation), list your name and bidding number on as many lines as you wish to purchase.

These Special Event lots will be kept open for purchase throughout the Silent Auction. Often times, open spots will be offered in the Live Auction at the same set-price. Check the Set-Price Signup lot description for specifics.

Auction Rules and Reference | 215 Conditions of Bidding and Lot Purchases

1. Lots may be added, amended or deleted by the published addenda to the catalog, by notice posted on the lot display, or by verbal announcement during the auction.

2. The Nashville Wine Auction will not be responsible or liable for the accuracy of the descriptions of the wines offered in the catalog or on bid sheets. Such information and notes about each lot are statements of opinion or references from published wine sources or experts. There is no warranty, expressed or implied, as to any sale lot’s quality, value or suitability for any purpose whatsoever.

3. All wines and tangible merchandise are sold “As is, Where is.” Wine and other tangible lots are on display and available for your examination. By bidding on any lot, you acknowledge that you have inspected the lot, and find it in satisfactory condition to warrant your bid.

Lots made up of trips, dinners or other intangible services are represented in good faith in the catalog. By bidding on a lot, you acknowledge that you have read the description of that lot, and find the description satisfactory to warrant your bid.

4. The Nashville Wine Auction makes every effort to maintain and store wine responsibly. When wine is received, it is stored in a temperature controlled cellar. It is carefully moved to the auction site in a temperature controlled vehicle. The Nashville Wine Auction is not responsible for the provenance of any wine or for the condition of its storage and handling before being placed in the possession of the Nashville Wine Auction.

5. Bids on lots will be accepted only from registered persons who have pre-registered their credit card and have been issued a current bidding number by the Nashville Wine Auction. Bidding methods and rules may vary for certain lots. This information will be given in the catalog, on the bid sheet or display, or by the Auctioneer. Bids may be rejected, if the stated requirements are not met by the bidder.

6. A live auction bid is only valid when it is recognized by the Auctioneer. At the word “Sold,” the acknowledged bidder is deemed to have purchased the lot and thereupon assumes responsibility to pay the price announced by the Auctioneer. By participating in the Auction, a bidder agrees to pay the full purchase price for all lots recorded by auction personnel to his/her assigned bid number.

7. For each Live lot purchased, the buyer will be required to sign a form confirming the buyer’s name and the lot’s price directly after the lot has been sold. These confirmation forms will be brought to the bidder’s assigned table. Therefore, it is necessary for each bidder to remain at his/her assigned table throughout the evening.

8. In case of a bid dispute in the Live Auction, either among individual bidders or between bidders and the Auctioneer, the Auctioneer will have the sole and final authority to resolve the dispute. Such resolution may include, but is not limited to: reselling, reopening the bidding only between the disputing bidders, or awarding the sale at the Auctioneer’s judgment. The final bidder and amount announced by the Auctioneer is indisputable.

216 | Auction Rules and Reference 9. Full payment is required at or before the conclusion of the Auction and prior to the removal of any lot. Nashville Wine Auction accepts checks, MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express. The credit card(s) you provided at registration to receive your bidding paddle will be charged for the amount of your lot purchases after the auction unless another form of payment is presented at Check Out. The Check Out station will be clearly marked. Buyers will be given a statement which must be presented at the Pick Up area in order for the lots to be released.

10. All buyers must take possession of their wine and/or other tangible purchases from the Pick Up area on the night of the auction. Nashville Wine Auction will bear no responsibility for any wine or other tangible lot that has not been taken possession of and removed from the auction premises by the buyer.

11. In the event of loss or damage to any lot incurred in the course of its handling or storage during the auction event and before possession is taken by the buyer, the buyer will be compensated only as follows:

• if the lot has not been paid for, the exact amount of the bid amount will be subtracted from the buyer’s bidding statement. • if the lot has been paid for, the buyer will receive a refund of the bid amount only.

The goods sold at this event have no valuation beyond the amount of the final bid. Therefore, such credit or refunds are the sole remedy which will be made for such losses.

Lots that are not picked up on the night of the auction will be moved to the Nashville Wine Auction office. Law prohibits Nashville Wine Auction from delivering wine to buyers after purchase; therefore, it is the buyer’s responsibility to pick up their purchases at the office (3015 Poston Avenue, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203). Lots that have not been picked up within 90 days after July 22, 2017 will be forfeited.

12. Admission to dinners, tastings and other Nashville Wine Auction events that are purchased at auction are not permitted to be resold or donated to another auction. Admission to dinners, tastings and other Nashville Wine Auction events that are purchased at auction may not be resold or transferred to another buyer without the permission of Nashville Wine Auction in advance.

13. Nashville Wine Auction is not responsible to refund admission prices for dinners, tastings or events if the winning bidder is not able to attend for any reason. Nashville Wine Auction is not responsible to refund admission prices for dinners, tastings or events that must be rescheduled due to weather or other acts of God.

14. Nashville Wine Auction is classified as a tax-exempt corporation (Tax I.D. Number is 71-0918163) under the Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3).

Auction Rules and Reference | 217 Trip Guidelines

1. Features and Amenities: Trips will be scheduled by the Nashville Wine Auction according to the catalog description or as described by the Auctioneer. Trips are comprised of donated components, many of which have limitations and restrictions. Deviations from the trip description which incur additional costs will be at the buyer(s) own expense.

2. Trip Components: Trips are sold as a package. Accommodations, dinners, air transportation, rental cars, venue tickets, rail passes, scheduled visits, or any other features which are included in the catalog lot description must be used only in conjunction with the specific trip described in the catalog.

3. Scheduling: Unless stated otherwise in the catalog description, all trips must be completed within one year from the date of the auction. Trips not taken within this or the special stated time limits will be forfeited with no refund made, without regard for the reason such trip was not taken. If a specific date for a trip is stated in the catalog, the trip is limited to that date only and must be taken on that specific date, no exceptions. Scheduling of donated features is subject to availability. Trips with special features (tours, tastings, stays) must be scheduled at least 60-90 days in advance.

4. Changes and Cancellation: Once the trip is scheduled and confirmed by the donors, changes may not be allowed by the donors. If the changing or canceling of any feature results in the donor being unable to honor the requested changes, the Nashville Wine Auction will not refund any portion of the lot purchase.

5. Airline Restrictions: • Airlines maintain a limited inventory of donated seats on any flight. Every effort will be made to fulfill your desired travel dates, but they are not guaranteed available. Once your flight(s) has been ticketed, changes in the schedule are rarely attainable and all require a change-in-schedule fee. Any re-booking fee will become the responsibility of the buyer. Airline schedules are subject to change and are beyond our control. Should a cancellation occur, the Airline will make a reasonable effort to accommodate the buyer. However, the Nashville Wine Auction is not responsible in the event of flight changes or cancellations.

• Departure and arrival locations must be served by the Airline. Code shares do not qualify.

• Flights must be booked at least 3 months in advance. Seats for promotional tickets/travel are capacity controlled and are based on availability at the time of reservation. Although seats may be available for purchase through the Airline, the same seats are not guaranteed available for use with vouchers/promotional tickets. Once ticketed, fees per person apply for simple date/time changes, routing changes, and/or name changes. It is the buyer(s) responsibility to pay these fees if changes are made.

218 | Auction Rules and Reference • The class of travel is also based upon availability. If the specified class is not available for any portion of your flight, Nashville Wine Auction is not responsible. Certain legs of your trip may not offer first or business class, or these seats may be filled. The Airline will try and accommodate the class specification as best they can, but it is not guaranteed.

• Trip buyers are responsible for luggage fees.

6. Domestic Trips: Please read the catalog lot description carefully regarding domestic air transportation and the class of service offered for each lot. Some trips do not include air transportation. If included in the trip, domestic flights may be contributed or arranged through various airlines. Review the lot description thoroughly before bidding.

7. Upgrades and Mileage Credit: Upgrades are not available on donated tickets for either domestic or international flights. Mileage credit or any other promotional benefits are not available for donated air transportation. Stopovers are not allowed, except for connecting purposes.

8. Rental Cars: Some trips may include the use of a rental car. Rental car companies require payment to be made by the person operating the car. The Nashville Wine Auction cannot guarantee that the type of car reserved will be available at the time of pick-up. Based on the inventory of the car provider, a specific car which was reserved may not be available at the time of pick-up. If the car reserved is not available, a suitable replacement of a comparable model will be reimbursed by the Nashville Wine Auction. Any additional upgrade made by the buyer will not be reimbursed.

9. Reimbursements: For practical reasons (or requirements by vendors), some trip features or amenities may have to be paid for by the buyers at the time of use. Such expenditures will be reimbursed in full by the Nashville Wine Auction, provided that: • the feature or amenity is specifically included in the trip lot description • the amount spent is equal to or less than the agreed upon amount set by Nashville Wine Auction • the buyer renders to the Nashville Wine Auction proper documentation - paid invoices or credit card receipts • all documentation is submitted to the Nashville Wine Auction Administrative Office within 60 days after the return date of the trip.

10. Vouchers: The buyer is responsible for any vouchers (Certificates, gift cards, tickets, etc.) given on auction night. If lost, the Nashville Wine Auction cannot guarantee a replacement will be granted.

Auction Rules and Reference | 219 Wine Bottle Sizes (in liters, unless otherwise indicated)

Please note: In our auction descriptions, unless otherwise noted, bottle size is 750ml and quantity is one single bottle.

Burgundy California & Champagne Port Bordeaux Half-bottle 375 ml 375 ml 375 ml 375 ml Half-liter 500 ml 500 ml 500 ml 500 ml Bottle 750 ml 750 ml 750 ml 750 ml Liter 1 1 1 1 Magnum 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 Marie-jeanne ­­­-- 2.5 -- -- Double Magnum -- 3 -- 3 Jeroboam 3 5* 3 -- Rehoboam -- -- 4.5 -- Imperial -- 6 -- -- Methuselah 6 ------Salmanazar -- -- 9 -- Balthazar -- -- 12 -- Nebuchadnezzar -- -- 15 --

The different categories have separate implementation dates which, when combined with past quantity variances in some bottle sizes, means that this chart should be treated purely as a guide.

*Up to 1978, Jeroboams were generally bottled in 4.5 liter bottles rather than 5 liter bottles.

Wine Reviewer Key Wine reviews are often quoted in the catalog. Here is a key to the abbreviations used to represent reviewers:

• AG = Antonio Galloni • RP = Robert Parker • AM = Allen Meadows • ST = Stephen Tanzer • JS = James Suckling • WE = Wine Enthusiast • JR = Jancis Robinson • WS = Wine Spectator

220 | Auction Rules and Reference Sponsors & Friends

One good cause. Many great effects.

One positive change often leads to another. At KPMG, we understand the tremendous impact one good cause can have across a community. That’s why we are proud to support the Nashville Wine Auction as it works to raise funds to support the fight against cancer. kpmg.com

© 2017 KPMG LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership and the U.S. member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. The KPMG name and logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of KPMG International. NDPPS 686780

Sponsors and Friends | 223 Presenting Sponsor

Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank our Presenting Sponsor KPMG for their passionate and continued support. KPMG is a valuable asset in helping us fund the fight against cancer! Thank you for your support!

Principal Sponsors

Nashville Wine Auction is delighted to welcome Bass, Barry & Sims as a new sponsor of l’Eté du Vin this year! We are thrilled to have their representation and support in the fight against cancer! Thank you!

Providing quality, comprehensive and compassionate care in communities throughout middle and southeast Tennessee, we say thank you to the many Tennessee Oncology physicians who continue to support our auction.

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Sponsors and Friends | 225 Grand Cru Sponsors

Thank you to Beaman Automotive for sponsoring Grand Cru again this year. Your longtime partnership and generous support has made a significant impact in helping us fulfill our mission. We would also like to welcome the Edwards Pharris Group at Morgan Stanley as a new sponsor this year. We appreciate the your generosity and support in helping us fund the fight against cancer.

Car buying at Beaman has been a Middle Tennessee tradition since 1945 when Alvin Beaman opened a Dodge and Plymouth dealership in downtown Nashville. Since those early days, Beaman has been known for delivering superior customer service and generosity to the community.

Continuing with our mission of community support, Beaman Toyota is a proud sponsor of l’Eté du Vin’s Grand Cru Evening. Beaman Toyota Scion, Beaman Buick GMC in Nashville, Beaman Dodge in Murfreesboro and Beaman Ford in Dickson comprise Beaman Automotive Group.

For over 30 years, The Edwards Pharris Group at Morgan Stanley has had the opportunity to work with some truly exceptional people. Their clients have built thriving businesses and achieved success at the highest levels possible in the sports and entertainment industry. They have raised families, contributed to their communities and led active lives. Often, these pursuits and commitments leave little time to address the complex challenges of managing the wealth they have created along the way. That’s where The Edwards Pharris Group steps in. Serving as their clients’ go-to advisors, The Edwards Pharris Group works to help their clients protect and grow their assets, create the legacy they want to leave and support the people, causes and institutions that enhance their lives. They sweat the details, so their clients are free to enjoy the rewards of their success.

226 | Sponsors and Friends Vintners’ Tasting Sponsor

Nashville Wine Auction is thrilled to have Servis 1st Bank as new sponsor this year. Thank you for joining our efforts to fund the fight against cancer. We appreciate your support!

1801 West End Avenue, Suite 850 • Nashville, TN 37203 615.921.3500 • www.servisfirstbank.com

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Sponsors and Friends | 227 The Patrons’ Event Sponsors

Nashville Wine Auction is grateful to BNY Mellon Wealth Management for their support of l’Eté du Vin by sponsoring the Patrons’ Event again this year. We also wish to thank Gold Skin Care and Audi Nashville for their continued support of l’Eté du Vin as new Patrons’ Event sponsors this year. Thank you all for helping us fund the fight against cancer!

Invested in tomorrow.

At BNY Mellon Wealth Management, we’re committed to a healthier, happier future for the world.

It is our great pleasure to support the Nashville Wine Auction.

Gary Rzucidlo | 678-538-2072

@BNYMellonWealth

bnymellonwealth.com

©2017 The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation.

228 | Sponsors and Friends BEAUTIFUL SKIN IS OUR ONLY BUSINESS

From pediatrics to adult skin disorders, our expert providers are here to help guide you through your skin care concerns and customize any necessary treatment you may need.

2000 RICHARD JONES ROAD SUITE 220 NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE 37215 PHONE 615-645-2948

[email protected] • www.goldskincare.com

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Nashville Wine Auction is elated to welcome IASIS Healthcare as a new sponsor of l’Eté du Vin this year. We are also grateful for the continued support of Pinnacle Financial Partners and the Scripps Foundation, parent company of the New Channel 5 Network/WTVF, for their sponsorship of l’Eté du Vin and their support of Pairings earlier this year. Thank you for helping us fund the fight against cancer!

Pinnacle Financial Partners is proud to be a sponsor for l’Eté du Vin. Pinnacle Financial Partners provides distinctive service and effective advice to their clients. We are pleased to support l’Eté du Vin as together we “unite the wine community to fund the fight against cancer.”

230 | Sponsors and Friends Sponsors and Friends | 231 Supporting Sponsors

Nashville Wine Auction is delighted to have Gary Musick Productions and Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center return as sponsors for l’Eté du Vin. Your support through the years has been greatly appreciated. We also welcome Equitable Trust, The Starling Davis Group and Waller as new sponsors this year. We thank all of you for helping us fund the fight against cancer!

In addition to being a Supporting Sponsor, Gary Musick Productions has also donated in-kind services to l’Eté du Vin. Gary Musick Productions is one of the largest full-service special event, entertainment production, audio-visual and meeting planning companies in the Southeast. Gary Musick Productions works with local, regional and national corporations and associations to produce more than 500 events and conventions annually. The company also creates and produces numerous Broadway- style entertainment productions featured on Celebrity Cruises’ world class cruise ships. Gary Musick Productions has been a proud production partner with l’Eté du Vin and related events since 1998. After recently losing a loved one to cancer, Gary and Ellen Musick are pleased to expand their sponsorship this year in the fight against cancer. Thank you Gary Musick Productions.

Equitable Trust is an independent, employee owned trust company. Families and institutions entrust to us more than $2 billion in assets for investment advisory and trust services. A client centric culture focuses on personalized service and collaboration through listening and problem solving. The trust and investment officers clients work with everyday are Equitable Trust’s owners and decision makers.

232 | Sponsors and Friends Supporting Sponsors

Starling has lived and worked in the Nashville area for over 30 years, so she is very familiar with the area and has a broad range of connections to help her clients find their perfect home. Starling specializes in: Quiet Listings, Medical Community (relocating doctors), Second Homes, Investment Properties, and First Time Home Buyers. Starling is well equipped to handle any situation the multifaceted real estate world throws at her. She is a Graduate of GRI, Realtor Institution; CRS-Certified Residential Specialist; Broker; GNR; Tennessee Realtors and Starling has received many awards over her 30+ year span as a realtor including Nashville Business Journal Top 25 Agents and Platinum Award 2011.

Starling treats her clients like they are a part of her family. The Starling Davis Group is made up of wonderful women who know how to get the job done efficiently and effectively. Learn more at www.starlingdavis.com and let Starling be the “Realtor for Your Lifestyle!”

The Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) has one competitor – cancer − and one ultimate goal: to reduce the burden of this disease in Tennessee, across the nation and around the world. VICC is a leader in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer. The center’s world-renowned team of experts provides an integrated, personalized and patient-centered approach to cancer care, including treatment, research, support, education and community engagement.

From the point of diagnosis through the cancer care continuum, VICC patients find support through comprehensive patient and family-centered programs. VICC is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of just two centers in Tennessee and 47 in the country to earn this highest distinction, and ranks in the top 10 nationwide for cancer research grant support. Learn more at www.vicc.org or on Facebook at facebook.com/vanderbiltingram.

Sponsors and Friends | 233 Supporting Sponsors

Waller’s Nashville roots date back to 1905, and today it is one of the oldest and largest law firms based in Tennessee. Assisting clients in complex transactional, regulatory and litigation matters, Waller has built a national reputation for its work in healthcare, financial services and retail and hospitality, and has extensive experience in manufacturing, real estate, technology and other industries. Waller has client relationships spanning decades and its attorneys are trusted advisors to publicly traded and privately held companies operating throughout the United States and abroad. For more, visit www.WallerLaw.com.

Media Sponsor

Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank Nfocus Magazine for their support as our media sponsor for l’Eté du Vin again this year! We are also honored by the accolades Nfocus bestowed upon l’Eté du Vin in 2016 including Best Special Guest – Gaia Gaja, Best Glass of Wine - Gaja Brunello di Montalcino Rennina 1990 at Patrons’ Dinner, and runner-up for Best Auction Lot. Thank you!

Nfocus Magazine reflects the people, culture and generosity of up and comers and longtime bluebloods in Louisville and Nashville. If you’re looking to view or purchase photos from a recent local social event, ball, fundraiser or cocktail party, you’ll find them here at Nfocus magazine. In addition to photographs we’ve got coverage of high society weddings, and articles on local lifestyles.

234 | Sponsors and Friends In-Kind Sponsors

Sponsors and Friends | 235 236 | Sponsors and Friends Auction Donors Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank the donors who provide auction lots and cash contributions to help us fulfill our mission.

21c Museum Hotel Country Music Hall of Fame 360 Bistro Crocker and Starr Adrian Altshuler Attorney at Law Harvey & Elise Crouch Alpha Omega Janine Cundiff Arietta Wines Hugh & Monique Davies Brannan & Amy Atkinson Davies Vineyards Tom & Stephanie Baldwin Desparada Wines Bell Wine Cellars D.R. Stephens Estate Brian & Didi Biesman Dunn Vineyards Tom Black Glenn & Ann Eaden Blackbird Vineyards Jack Erter & Noelle Daughtery Jenne Bonaccorsi Etch J. Bookwalter Chef Dean Fearing Bougetz Cellars Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Bradford Portraits Wine Bar Chef Sean Brock Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards Kix & Barbara Brooks Forgeron Cellars Keith & Pam Browning Foundry Vineyards CADE Estate Winery Ed & Virginia Fryer Cakebread Cellars Chef Tony Galzin CANA Wine Company Frank M. & Amy P. Garrison Canoe Ridge Vineyard Giornata Wines Caprio Cellars Giovanni’s Bruce Carlock Ron Gobbell & Janet Kurtz Case de Uco Vineyards & Wine Michael & Cindee Gold Resort Marc Goldstone Joseph Cashia & Angela Humphreys Chef Robert Grace Chris Chamberlain & Lisa Tinsley Doug & Rose Grindstaff Château Pichon Longueville Gus Bellos Comtesse de Lalande Harlan Cliff & Cheryl Chunn Fritz & Caren Hatton Jim Clendenen David & Marjorie Feltus Hawkins Peter & Eleanor Cobb Axel Heinz Chase Cole Henrietta Red Chef Scott Conant Herb Lamb Vineyards Country Music Association Herman Story Wines

Sponsors and Friends | 237 Auction Donors Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank the donors who provide auction lots and cash contributions to help us fulfill our mission.

Clint Higham & Matt Donahoe Terry Murray & Tommy Thompson Elliot & Cynthia Himmelfarb Phillip & Dana Nappi Jasmine Hirsch Northstar Hirsch Vineyards Bill & Rosann Nunnelly Jeff Hopmayer & Denise Cummins Odette Estate Winery Rick & Vicki Horne David Osborn & Lisa Maki John & Beth Huff Chris & Jaime Kaye Otillio Mac & Elizabeth Husband Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort igourmet.com Chef Deb Paquette Maison Louis Jadot Pax Mahle Wines Lori Jones Scott Peterson & Loren Chumley Bill & Susan Joy Phifer Pavitt Winery Kayne Prime William & Sharon Piper Paul Kuhn Keith & Deby Pitts Drew Kulsveen Tim Pitts Herb & Jennifer Lamb PlumpJack Estate Winery Adam & Valerie Landa Premiere Transportation L’Ecole No. 41 Pride Mountain Vineyards Ledge Vineyards Priest Ranch Wines Jim & Kimberly Lewis Prima Lindell Jewelers Joyce Raisian Irv & Karin Lingo Ramey Wine Cellars Lipman Brothers Thomas & Patricia Richard Chef Andy Little Robert & Judith Richards Elise Loehr Michael & Janet Richardson Loews Vanderbilt Hotel R.S. Lipman Company Peter & Jane Marcum Sandhills Golf Packages J.C. Marquardt Saviah Cellars Marsh House Scarecrow Wines John & Martina McBride Tim & Mary Schoettle Patrick McMullan III Schramsberg Vineyards Merry Edwards Winery SeaDream Yacht Club Tom & Paula Milam Shafer Vineyards Bill & Edie Mitchell William J. & Donna Shergy Nolan & Cathlin Mitchell Bill & Cyndi Sites David K. & Janice Elliott Morgan Dan Smith & Brenda Bernards

238 | Sponsors and Friends Auction Donors Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank the donors who provide auction lots and cash contributions to help us fulfill our mission.

Ron & Becky Sohr Chuck Wagner John & Jennifer Steele Wagner Family of Wine Chef Julia Sullivan Chef Levon Wallace Table 3 Restaurant and Market Chris Weinberg & Roxanne Rickels Steve & Pam Taylor Fred & Cathy Weisbrodt Union Common Mark & Holly Whaley David & Phyllis Vandewater Willett Distillery McArthur VanOsdale Wines ‘Til Sold Out Village Wines Woodward Canyon Winery Virgin Bay Seafood Ellen Wright

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Sponsors and Friends | 239 2017 l’Eté du Vin Executive Committee

l’Eté du Vin Co-Chairs Loren Chumley and Michael Sontag

Grand Cru Chairs Mary & Jeff Patton

Committee Members

Brenda Bernards Noel Glasgow Tom Black Debbie Laffey Joe Cashia Elise Loehr Caroline Chamberlain Lisa Maki Chris Chamberlain Nolan Mitchell Pam Cherry Brad Morley Cheryl Chunn Lori Oliver-Guardino Chase Cole David Osborn Kimberly Cooper Chris Otillio Kelley Dantoulis Bill Piper Ann Eaden Roxanne Rickels Christi & James Edwards Patti & Brian Smallwood Marjorie Feltus Hawkins Lana Suiter

Print Design Susannah Parrish, texaSUS design

Volunteer Coordinator Suzie Dove

Catalog Macy Pigman

240 | Sponsors and Friends Nashville Wine Auction Board of Directors

Marjorie Feltus Hawkins – Chair Feltus Hawkins Design

Loren L. Chumley – Vice Chair KPMG, LLP

Chris Otillio – Secretary/Treasurer Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC

Chase Cole – Past Chair Waller Lansden Dortch and Davis, LLP

Amy Atkinson Michael Gold Amy Atkinson Communications Gold Skincare

Joe Cashia Rose Grindstaff MOTW Executive Investments Breathe Easy Respiratory Solutions, Inc.

Chris Chamberlain Cindy Jones Food and Drink Writer Equitable Trust Company

Cheryl Chunn Jim Lewis Corporate ArtWorks Community Hospitality

Eleanor Cobb Lisa Maki WineShop at Home Avison Young

Lindsey W. Cooper, Sr. Nolan Mitchell Cooper Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Retail Designs

Harvey Crouch Bill Piper Crouch Engineering Medical Reimbursements of America

Ann Eaden Chris Weinberg Beaman Automotive Well Coached Consulting

Andrew Brittingham – Board Intern LBMC Employment Partners, LLC

Sponsors and Friends | 241 Nashville Wine Auction Staff

Nashville Wine Auction staff, left to right: Nikki Shannon, Auction Director Anne Landis Jetton, Administrator Kathy Maynard, Marketing Director Holly Hearn Whaley, President / CEO Theresa Johnson, Event Director Kristen Koon, Event Assistant

Interns Mary Caldarella, Auburn University Jordan Greer, Auburn University Caroline Seeman, Auburn University Jack Ullman, Vanderbilt University

242 | Sponsors and Friends Upcoming Events

Save the Date!

A Sparkling Evening Just for Ladies Thursday, October 5, 2017 6:00 pm, Location TBA

Rose Grindstaff and Renée Chevalier, Co-Chairs

Voted Best Women’s Event 3 Years in a Row! -Nfocus Best Parties 2016, 2015, 2014

Sponsored by

Upcoming Events | 245 Save the Date!

Thursday, October 5, 2017 Prima

Harvey Crouch, Jim Lewis, and David Osborn, Co-Chairs

The Men’s Event celebrates the convivial gathering of gentlemen with two things that men love: a big steak and lots of red wine! The evening begins with a cocktail reception, followed by a decadent five-course dinner.

Sponsored by

246 | Upcoming Events Save the Dates!

The 39th Annual l’Eté du Vin, Women in Wine August 2-4, 2018 Loews Vanderbilt Hotel Tom Black, Chair

Upcoming Events | 247 Save the Dates! Pairings: Nashville’s Ultimate Wine and Food Weekend February 22-24, 2018

248 | Upcoming Events Save the Dates!

Saturday, February 24, 2018 Enjoy a perfectly paired meal of exceptional food and stellar wine while bidding on the Live Auction. City Winery

Friday, February 23, 2018 Kick off the weekend with a fun and lively wine tasting featuring 24 vintners from the West Coast! City Winery

Thursday, February 22, 2018 Enjoy intimate dinners with featured wineries in fine restaurants and private homes around Nashville.

Upcoming Events | 249 How to Get Involved

Without the participation of our community, the success of the Nashville Wine Auction would not be possible. We offer a wide variety of opportunities for those wanting to join us in the fight against cancer.

Donate Contribute to our auction and help support our mission. We have launched a “Fill a Case, Find a Cure” campaign making it easy to get your wines into our office. Simply contact our office to get your box, and then you fill it! Either share your new shipments with us, or clear out wines that you wish to donate. Either way, you free up space in your cellar, and the auction benefits! When your case is full, just let us know, and we’ll come get it. Donating has never been easier, or yielded more results!

Wine isn’t your thing? We are also open to travel packages, dining experiences, entertainment, luxury items, and more. If you are unable to donate an auction lot, you may also choose to make a financial contribution.

If you have any questions about donating, please contact Auction Director, Nikki Shannon at [email protected].

Sponsor Our sponsors ensure we get to fulfill our mission, while providing a great experience for our guests. There are multiple opportunities for sponsorship, including event sponsorship, in-kind sponsorship and underwriting.

If you have any questions about sponsorship, please contact Marketing Director, Kathy Maynard at [email protected].

250 | Upcoming Events How to Get Involved

Without the participation of our community, the success of the Nashville Wine Auction would not be possible. We offer a wide variety of opportunities for those wanting to join us in the fight against cancer.

Attend and Bid Come out to all of our events, bring your friends and bid high on all of the great Silent and Live Auction lots we offer. We have four main events throughout the year (Pairings, l’Eté du Vin, Champagne and Chardonnay and The Men’s Event) as well as an ongoing schedule of dinners and tastings.

If you have any questions or would like to make reservations for a future event, please contact the Nashville Wine Auction office at (615) 329-1760 or visit www.NashvilleWineAuction.com.

Volunteer Our events would not be possible without the help and support of all of our volunteers – from those that help us in the office to event teams. Volunteers may also take leadership roles by being team captains, committee leaders, committee members and project managers.

If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact Administrator, Anne Landis Jetton, at [email protected].

Upcoming Events | 251 Volunteers

The Nashville Wine Auction would like to thank our numerous volunteers for their tireless efforts in the creation and execution of our events.

You will notice volunteers by their badges marked with colorful ribbons: Pink (cancer survivor), Green (cancer patients) or Purple (in memory of a loved one).

Our volunteers donate their time and talents in various ways. Volunteers serve as committee leaders or committee members and assist with event planning and design. Nashville Wine Auction also has office administration projects that are available throughout the year, and many volunteers assist with invitation mailings, pre-event preparation and auction inventory.

Nashville Wine Auction enlists the help of many volunteers at our three main events, as well as at dinners and tastings. Over 250 volunteers join us each year for event execution and auction administration. Event set- up, event hosting, guest registration and wine service are examples of the many volunteer teams in place during each event.

Internships are also a very important part of the volunteer program. Applications are accepted throughout the year for Fall, Spring and Summer terms. Nashville Wine Auction internships are available to college juniors or seniors seeking academic credit.

252 | Upcoming Events Excellence in Volunteer Engagement

Excellence in Volunteer Engagement (EVE), a certification program for Middle Tennessee nonprofits, is the first certification effort of its kind in the nation. EVE recognizes nonprofit organizations that employ high-quality volunteer management practices. The goal of EVE is to increase volunteerism by encouraging all nonprofits to work toward volunteer management programs that offer first-rate volunteer opportunities and experiences.

Nonprofits are reviewed on five key areas of volunteer management. All EVE-certified organizations will: • Include a volunteer component in their strategic plans • Have an identified and trained volunteer manager • Ensure volunteers’ time and talent are well-utilized • Provide orientation for all volunteers • Evaluate volunteers’ impact on the community and agency

EVE was co-founded in November 2011 by Hands On Nashville, Center for Nonprofit Management and Mayor Karl Dean. In both 2013 and 2015, Nashville Wine Auction was recognized as an EVE Certified organization. Upholding this honor, we strive to give our volunteers the best experience possible as a reward for the time and expertise they lend throughout the year in efforts to support the fight against cancer. We even invite them to our Volunteer Appreciation Party in August!

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Love high end designer clothing?

At Couture for a Cause, you can help Nashville Wine Auction raise funds by designating us as your charity when you donate your high end designer clothing for resale.

Couture for a Cause is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit resale boutique in Brentwood. Donations of ladies high end designer clothing and accessories are accepted and sold to benefit the charity of the donor’s choice. Whether donating or shopping at Couture for a Cause, you are making a difference, as every purchase benefits a local cause.

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