42. Cheers to 40 Years in Willamette Valley

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The sprawling 100-mile-plus stretch of vineyards—extending around Eugene to the south, past Portland to the north, and reaching the banks of the Columbia River to the east—is proudly commemorating four decades of excellence in winemaking this year. Collaboration is literally in their roots, and the 15 Willamette Valley wineries that are featured with us this weekend, have come together to surprise and delight you with this lot for three special couples.  

Begin your retreat with a three-night stay at Domaine Serene’s luxurious Bunk House. Nestled amidst the stunning vineyards of Oregon’s picturesque Willamette Valley, these cozy and elegant accommodations offer a haven complete with stunning views. This spacious guest house features eight bedrooms, four full bathrooms, a full kitchen, and patio with grill and gas fireplace. Spend your final two nights at the WillaKenzie Estate House, which boasts five bedrooms with ensuite baths, full kitchen, and a beautiful outdoor area complete with an assortment of games to unwind on the lawn with as you take in the breathtaking Willamette Valley views. 

Inspire your inner winemaker with a one-of-a-kind blending experience led by Anne Sery, Director of Winemaking for Hyland Estate and NW Wine Company in Dundee. Enjoy a VIP tour and tasting at Hyland Estate Winery before crafting your own blend of Pinot Noir from their vineyards, which will then be bottled and sent to you for future enjoyment.  

Spend your days enjoying private tours and tastings at a variety of award-winning wineries while indulging in private dining experiences with David Adelsheim, Ben Howe, Anna Campbell, Ben Casteel, and the teams at Ponzi Vineyards. Spend a particularly decadent evening at the the famous ōkta restaurant within the stunning Tributary Hotel in downtown McMinnville. Savor a multi-course tasting menu dinner bespoke wine experience carefully curated for your enjoyment.  

All culinary experiences included with this lot have been designed especially for you. Each couple will return with a special three-year magnum vertical of Elk Cove Vineyards Pinot Noir from the winery’s most esteemed growing site, Roosevelt Vineyards, and a case of their personally blended Hyland Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir to commemorate this once-in-a-lifetime experience.  

This Lot Includes:

Three (3) night stay in the Domaine Serene Bunkhouse for three (3) couples 

Two (2) night stay in the WillaKenzie Estate House for three (3) couples 

Blending seminar, tour, and tasting at Hyland Estate for three (3) couples 

Private lunch and tasting with David Adelsheim in his home overlooking Quarter Mile Lane Vineyard for three (3) couples 

Lunch, tour, and tasting at Stoller Family Estate paired Stoller Family Estate & Chehalem Winery wines with winery principal for three (3) couples 

Lunch with wine pairings in the library at Bethel Heights Vineyard, hosted by a winery principal for three (3) couples 

Multi-course dinner with wine pairings at Ponzi Vineyards hosted by a winery principal for three (3) couples 

Multi-course wine dinner in the Founder’s Room at Elk Cove Vineyards with a tour of the property with a winery principal for three (3) couples 

Multi-course, tasting menu dinner at ōkta restaurant paired with ultra rare bottlings from Alexana Estate for three (3) couples 

VIP Tasting at Cristom Vineyards, Gran Moraine, Illahe Vineyards, Lange Estate Winery, and Willamette Valley Vineyards for three (3) couples 

Three (3) year 1.5L vertical of 2016 (RP 92), 2017 (RP 92+), and 2018 (RP 92) Elk Cove Vineyards Roosevelt Pinot Noir for each couple 

Twelve (12) 750mL bottles of your own personal Hyland Estate Winery Pinot Noir blend for each couple 

 

Donated by: Adelsheim Vineyards, Alexana Estate, Bethel Heights Vineyards, Chehalem Winery, Cristom Vineyards, Domaine Serene Winery & Vineyards, Elk Cove Vineyards, Gran Moraine, Hyland Estates Winery, Illahe Vineyards, Lange Estate Winery, Katie Jackson & Shaun Kajiwara (ōkta Restaurant), Ponzi Vineyards, Stoller Family Estate, WillaKenzie Estate, Willamette Valley Vineyards & Willamette Valley Wineries Association (WVWA).

Restrictions: Please reference your 2024 auction catalog for final details and restrictions.

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