Sotheby's Launches Fine Wine and Experiences, Collective Napa Valley Auction
"Our collaboration with Napa Valley Vintners allows us to bring the very best of Napa Valley to Sotheby's global clientele. The provenance of these wines is of the highest caliber, and this auction stands out for offering not only exceptional wines but also exclusive winery experiences--something rarely featured in Sotheby's fine and rare auctions. We are excited to present these unique offerings, which further underscore Napa Valley's reputation as one of the world's foremost wine regions." Nick Pegna, Sotheby's Global Head of Wine and Spirits
Saint Helena, CA, 29 - August 2024 – Today, bidding begins on lots in the Collective Napa Valley Fine Wine and Experiences Auction, a premier wine auction for collectors and enthusiasts presented by Sotheby's. This exclusive auction features rare wines and one-of-a-kind Napa Valley experiences, all while supporting a vital cause. Proceeds will benefit youth health programs in Napa Valley.
Sotheby's is now in its third year of working with Napa Valley Vintners (NVV) to support local fundraising programs in Napa Valley. Over 40 plus years, NVV has invested more than $230 million in community health, children's wellbeing and environmental initiatives across Napa Valley. Both organizations remain committed to furthering the well-being of the Napa Valley community.
"Napa Valley is known for its worldclass wines and for offering the finest in hospitality experiences. This auction allows us the opportunity to shine a light on that. We're excited to be able to put forward such tremendous offerings to Sotheby's discerning clientele, and we're grateful to put the proceeds toward the health and well-being of Napa Valley's youth," said Linda Reiff, President and CEO of Napa Valley Vintners.
Wine Offerings
Every bottle on offer is direct from the cellar of a Napa Valley winery, providing the highest level of provenance in wine. This includes vertical collections, large format bottles and library vintages.
Large format wine offerings include rarities such as a six-vintage vertical of magnums from Harlan Estate, a six-vintage vertical of 6-liter bottles from HALL and a unique collection of 14 magnums and one 5-liter bottle from 15 different wineries in the Calistoga AVA.
Other special wine lots are provided by Amuse Bouche Winery, Cathiard Vineyard, Diamond Mountain Vineyard, David Arthur Vineyards, Davis Estates, Fairwinds Estate Winery, Groth Vineyards & Winery, Jericho Canyon Vineyard, Mount Veeder Winery, Revana Family Vineyard, Schrader Cellars, Sire Estate Wines, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, Vineyard 7 & 8 and WaterMark Wine among many others.
Exclusive Experiences
In addition to the rare and exceptional wine offerings, the auction features unique experiences that provide a deep dive into Napa Valley's renowned hospitality and natural beauty.
Chappellet Vineyard and Hourglass Winery present a live-fire, whole lamb cookout for 20 guests. Robert Biale Vineyards offers a 6-liter of their famed Black Chicken Zinfandel with a winery lunch for six. Other wine and food experiences include lots from Amulet Estate, Davis Estates, Kenzo Estate, Night Wines, Round Pond Estate, Sherwin Family Vineyards and Tom Eddy Winery.
Robert Mondavi Winery offers an intimate Napa Valley weekend for two couples with dinner, a winemaker-led blending experience, library wines and a stay at the Archer Hotel. St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery and Carneros Resort and Spa put forward an overnight stay with a winery cellar experience and lunch for eight guests.
Other lots feature special access to private lodging provided by wineries such as the Sylvie Estate vineyard casita in the heart of Oakville or PEJU winery's three-night retreat at their picturesque cottage. B Cellars offers a two-night winery stay with a barrel tasting and multi-course luncheon featuring incredible wines from B Cellars and Venge Vineyards.
Auction Details
The online auction opens for advance bidding today, Thursday, August 29 at noon EDT. Bidding closes on Thursday, September 12 starting 2:00 p.m. EDT. For this auction, there will be no Buyer's Premium or Overhead Premium applied to the hammer price.
About Sotheby's
Sotheby's Wine's annual worldwide auction sales of wine and spirits achieved a record total of $159 million in 2023, surpassing the previous record total of $158 million in 2022. Sotheby's currently holds the world records for any whisky collection ever sold at auction, any private wine collection ever sold at auction, the most valuable bottle of wine ever sold at auction and the most valuable bottle of spirits ever sold at auction, in addition to the highest ever total for a charity wine auction. In addition to auctions, Sotheby's Wine launched a retail business in 2010. With a retail store located in Sotheby's New York headquarters and e-commerce at www.sothebyswine.com, Sotheby's Wine offers a carefully curated selection of wines from the world's most prestigious producers and important regions. Expertly assembled by our experienced specialists, the selection is built upon lasting relationships with winemakers from across the globe, with bottles that are ready for immediate consumption, in addition to investment-worthy wines from highly sought-after vintages. A second retail location opened in Sotheby's Hong Kong galleries in 2014.
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Sotheby's Launches Fine Wine and Experiences, Collective Napa Valley Auction (winebusiness.com)
