1) Magnum of Domaine du Comte Liger Belair, La Romanée 2002*
Immaculately kept and generously donated by Acker Merrill & Condit. A $4000 value. This grand cru monopole is produced from 60+ year old vines in the smallest appellation in all of France. “Seamless harmony, superb purity of expression and sheer class distinguishes this [wine]. In a word, breathtaking.” Allen Meadows, The Burghound, April 2004.
2) Maison Leroy, La Romanée 1962 (750mL)*
Immaculately kept and generously donated by Zachys. “... exceptional… spectacular aromas of spices, red fruits, cinnamon, juniper, and hints of undergrowth… a texture as silky as an Hermes scarf… shockingly youthful… palate with a myriad of red fruits intermingled with mulling spices… copious fruit, lively personality, bright flavors, and prolonged, seamless finish... 98.” The Wine Advocate’s Hedonist Gazette, November 2005.
*Both of these lots are available for immediate enjoyment.
3) Lunch for ten with Robert M. Parker Jr. in the private dining room at DANIEL in New York City
A party of ten guests, along with Robert Parker, will savor a six course seasonal tasting menu paired with wines generously donated by Mr. Parker from his own cellar.
Subject to both Robert Parker’s and the private dining room’s availability. To reserve please contact Joan Chiang, Private Dining Manager, DANIEL, at 212 933 5261 or jchiang@danielnyc.com.
4) La Paulée de Meursault 2012
Philippe Ballot, the president of La Paulée de Meursault, is offering four highly desired seats at La Paulée de Meursault 2012 on November 19th, 2012. Two lots of two tickets each.
Please contact Bethany Kacich at at bethany@lapaulee.com or 212-625-2519 to redeem your tickets. Tickets will be sent early Fall 2012.
5) Dinner for ten or twelve at The French Laundry paired with wines from legendary Harlan Estate and one night’s accommodations for two at Meadowood, Napa Valley.
Enjoy a memorable evening at Chef Thomas Keller’s three star Michelin Restaurant, The French Laundry, located in the heart of Napa Valley. Dinner will include a champagne and canapé reception followed by the Chef’s Tasting Menu paired with 5 vintages of 100-point wines from Harlan Estate including the 1994, 1997, 2001, 2002, and 2007, all en magnum. Bill Harlan of Harlan Estate, or his Managing Director, Don Weaver, will also attend the dinner (schedules allowing).*
After dinner, head over to Napa Valley’s most luxurious resort, Meadowood, for a restorative night’s sleep. Subject to availability. Lodging is available Sunday through Thursday nights only and not available during the months of September and October. Please contact Reservations 1-800-458-8080 resevations@meadowood.com to schedule.
*The courtyard at The French Laundry can be reserved during the months of June through September. Reservations can be secured up to a year in advance. The space seats 12 guests and is weather permitting.
Please contact the Private Dining Coordinator, Amali Seneviratne, at 707.754.4175 or email aseneviratne@frenchlaundry.com to secure the reservation. Please present a copy of the winning auction lot certificate.
6) The Ultimate Aspen Escape
The five star five diamond Little Nell Hotel in Aspen, Colorado is offering two nights’ accommodation for two, two lift tickets and dinner for ten guests in Montagna Restaurant, paired with wines specially selected from La Paulée 2012’s attending growers.
Blackout days apply. Based on availability. Gratuity not included. To set up arrangements, please contact Director of Food and Beverage Sabato Sagaria 970-920-6320 or email: ssagaria@thelittlenell.com
7) Dinner with Collector Wilf Jaeger at Daniel Boulud’s DB Bistro Moderne in New York City
Wilf Jaeger, yet another exceptionally generous wine collector, is opening up his renowned cellar to offer unique pairings for a feast cooked by Chef Laurent Kalkotour at Daniel Boulud’s DB Bistro Moderne. The tasting will feature a vertical of Domaine Dujac’s Romanée St. Vivant. This small parcel owned by Wilf Jaeger produces two barrels yearly and was first made in 2005. It is farmed and made by Jeremy and Diana Seysses. This will be an opportunity to taste wines that are not generally available and will include the 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 vintages. Wilf will also provide the 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009 of his St. Aubin Remilly Cuvée Nicholas Mattisse, another plot that he owns in the heart of the excellent Remilly vineyard. These vines are located nearly adjacent to Chevalier Montrachet with vine ages averaging sixty years. This wine is not commercially available.
Reservations required and contingent upon availability.
To reserve please contact Paul Quinn, General Manager, db Bistro Moderne, at 212 391 2400 or pquinn@danielnyc.com.
8) A trip to La Belle France including two nights’ accommodation in Paris’ famed Saint Germain des Prés neighborhood, two nights at the Hostellerie de Levernois in Burgundy, two meals in their bistro and two meals in their gourmet restaurant along with two days of tasting in some of Burgundy’s finest Domaines.
Introduce your loved one to the charms of Paris and Burgundy or wow a fellow Burgundy lover with two incredible days of tasting and world class accommodation. Details below.
Hotels du Faubourg Saint Germain in Paris are offering two nights’ accommodation at one of their three hotels in the Saint Germain des Prés neighborhood: Hotel Lenox, Hotel Saint Thomas D’Aquin or Hotel Saint Vincent. Valid in 2012, subject to blackout dates and availability. Contact : Carole Peressini Tel: +33 1 42 96 65 50 or e-mail:caroleperessini@hotelsdufaubourgsaintgermain.com.
The Hostellerie de Levernois is offering two nights’ accommodation along with two meals in their bistro and two meals in their gourmet restaurant. Reservations required and contingent upon availability. Beverages not included. Not valid Fridays and Saturdays. Contact : Jean-Louis Bottigliero Tel: +33 3 80 24 73 58 or email: jlb@levernois.com.
To arrange your two days of tasting, please contact Daniel Johnnes at 212.625.2519 or daniel@lapaulee.com. Requests must be made at least one month in advance. Subject to the availability of the Domaines. Not valid in August, September or October.
9) Dinner for eight people in Chef Daniel Boulud’s home in New York City
On this exceptional occasion, Daniel Boulud will welcome eight guests for dinner in his private home. The evening will begin with Champagne and hors d’oeuvres followed by a sumptuous six course seasonal tasting menu paired with wines provided by collector extraordinaire Edward Milstein. Eddie has one of the best cellars in the country and in his own words, “the higher the bid, the better the wines”, including but not limited to Dom Perignon Oenothèque 1975, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Montrachet 2004, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti La Tâche 1991, Chateau Latour 1982 and Chateau d’Yquem 1967.
This is an incredibly rare opportunity to dine in the chef’s own home and to be among the first to catch an insider’s glimpse of its soon to be unveiled newly designed dream kitchen.
Available as of June 1, 2012 and contingent upon the chef’s availability.
To reserve please contact Joan Chiang, Private Dining Manager, DANIEL, at 212 933 5261 or jchiang@danielnyc.com.
Auction proceeds will go directly to the Bocuse d’Or USA Foundation and to the preparation and delivery of meals to homebound, aged San Franciscans through Meals-on-Wheels of San Francisco.. All auction sales are final. The tax deductibility of your donation will be determined by the estimated market value of your auction package. Restrictions and blackout dates may apply to some gift certificates. Payment must be made to Bocuse d’Or Foundation before the end of the evening. Checks and credit cards are welcome.