The 2010 Connoisseurs of the Vine Auction Catalog will be available in late summer 2010. Items featured in the 2009 silent and live auctions are listed on these pages.
2009 Connoisseurs of the Vine Auction Catalog
Six-Bottle Lot of Premium Red Wines
This six-bottle lot of premium aged red wines from the collection of Jim and Peggy O'Rourke is valued at well over $600 and includes 1991 Stonestreet Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 1990 Grgich Hills Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 1992 Leonetti Cellar Appellation Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 1989 Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 1989 Chateau d'Armailhac Grand Cru Classic Red Bordeaux Blend, and 2003 Chateau St. George St. Georges St. Emilion.
Donated by Jim and Peggy O'Rourke
One-Week Vacation at The Highlands
on the Oregon Coast in Gearhart
Enjoy
a relaxing week at The Highlands, an exclusive gated community in Gearhart.
This 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home is just a block off the beach and has
magnificent ocean views. Besides its luxury homes, proximity to the
beach and stunning views, The Highlands boasts a golf course and tennis
courts. Not valid Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day or during the
Oregon Coast Invitational July 24-31, 2010.
Donated by Chuck Martin
Walla Walla Weekend Wine Country Tour for Four
Weekend getaway to Walla Walla wine country. Includes a wine and cheese reception Friday evening, Friday and Saturday night lodging at the Grand Marcus Whitman Hotel in downtown Walla Walla, dinner Saturday at the Whitehorse-Crawford Restaurant in Walla Walla and visits to five wineries. Six weeks prior notice needed to schedule. Excludes Spring Opening, May Barrel Tasting, December and holiday weekends as these dates are sold out at least a year in advance.
Donated by John and Jaydene Chandler
Fly Fishing Float on the Deschutes River
Brian Boucher, area director for Young Life in Lake Oswego and passionate fly fisher who has spent
countless hours in a driftboat or prowling the banks of the Deschutes river in search of the elusive
redside trout will guide the winning bidder and a guest on a one-day float from Warm Springs to Trout Creek
in September or October (2009 or 2010). Beginners welcome - Brian taught junior high for 30 years
so his patience is limitless. Brian can supply equipment.
Donated by Brian Boucher
"Wine at Mine" Wine Tasting Party at a Luxury Condo Overlooking Portland
Wine tasting party for 6-10 people featuring Oregon pinot noir. Includes light appetizers. A private, luxury condo with fantastic Portland views is the venue for this wonderful opportunity to gather family, friends or business associates.
Donated by Wine at Mine
Penthouse Condo at Park City, UT's Silver Star Resort with Dinner Prepared by a Private Chef
Two-night stay for 8 in a 4-bedroom penthouse condo on the ski
slopes at Park City, UT. This ski-in/ski-out condo is located
at the base of Park City Mountain Resort, host to the 2002
Winter Olympics. Silver Star is set into a small artisan community
including historic mining buildings and an intimate village
and is home to the Sundance Institute. Includes a private
dinner prepared by a professional chef and other amenities.
Blackout dates apply.
Donated by Resorts West
and John Gonthier
Indian Dinner for Eight at a Private Home
Enjoy a delicious Indian dinner, fine wine and wonderful company at this dinner for eight hosted by John and Jaydene Chandler.
Donated by John and Jaydene Chandler