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18th Annual CEC Wine Tasting Benefit

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RARE WINE AUCTION BOOK

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18th Annual CEC Wine Tasting Benefit

and AuctionRARE WINE AUCTION BOOK

All wines have been stored at 55 degrees by original buyers unless other-wise noted. Many of these wines are not available anywhere except auc-tion. The boutique Pinot Noirs, Syrahs, Chardonnays, Merlots, & Cabernets from California and Oregon are from Winery Direct suppliers and are in some cases not available to anyone except those fortunate enough to be on the mailing list. Those of you familiar with these wine will recognise that immediately. Imported wines from France & Italy are also rare and in some cases not available even at auction.

We have placed a low reserve (minimum bid) on every wine for your con-venience. Bidding higher than the street or estimated market value is what drives the value (see Auction pricing next page for more information).

If you haven’t had some of these highly prized wines, you are in for a treat. They are fabulous! We recommend that any wine purchased be allowed to settle in your home or cellar for 30 days or more before consuming. Any wine transported by vehicle needs rest.

Good luck and bon appétit!

Note: Older California and imported wines have been cellared at approximately 55 degrees since *purchased and have excellent color, fill and labels. We cannot guarantee that all wines will have maintained their original quality. Wines age differ-ently from producer to producer and from vintage to vintage. We are hopeful that all wines purchased at auction will meet your expectations. We cannot however make any refunds, wines are purchased as is. * to our best knowledge, all wines have been inspected and appear well taken care of.

AUCTION PRICINGThe value is estimated on current market pricing. These wines are rare and not available except through auctions or on the internet. The ultimate price is determined by what the wine is worth to you. You may pay $30.00 more that the estimated value today and a year from now it could go up $50.00 or more in value. We have placed a value as a guide only. You may bid what you feel is a fair market price for a wine you really want. Don’t be intimidated, have fun!

VALUE IS ESTIMATED AUCTION OR STREET PRICE • RESERVE IS MINIMUM BIDYear Auction no. Year | Producer Description VALUE RESERVE

CHARDONNAY: CALIFORNIA Wine Spectator rated this wine 90 points

100 2004 DuMol Russian River 80 65 Wine Spectator rated this wine 91 points

101 2005 DuMol Russian River 75 65 2005 Aubert, Ritchie Vineyard: Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 96+ points, Robert Parker 96 points/ 2 bottles. “Slightly hazy greenish-yellow color. Captivating, highly nuanced nose offers lime zest, lemon candy, nutmeg and crushed stone. Dense, thick and powerful, but for all its intensity this offers a magically light touch. The pineapple and crushed stone flavors are framed and intensified by sappy, perfectly integrated acidity and complicated by a leesy element. Boasts a truly three-dimensional texture that’s rare for a dry white wine, not to mention extraordinary sweetness of fruit and length.”

102-1 2005 Aubert Ritchie Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 185 150102-2 2005 Aubert Ritchie Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 185 150 2005 Aubert, Estate Lauren Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast: Robert Parker rated this wine 97 points/ 2 bottles. “A block-buster, the light straw/gold/green-hued 2005 Chardonnay Lauren Vineyard exhibits huge aromatics of spring flowers, white currants, peaches, honeysuckle, and smoked nuts. Enormous body, great acidity, superb palate penetration, and a savory vibrancy suggest this stunning Chardonnay will provide immense pleasure over the next decade or more.”

103-1 2005 Aubert Estate Lauren, Sonoma Coast 185 150103-2 2005 Aubert Estate Lauren, Sonoma Coast 185 150104-1 2004 Kistler Sonoma Coast 100 80104-2 2004 Kistler Sonoma Coast 100 80 Wine Spectator rated this wine 92 points/ 4 bottles available

105-1 2005 Paul Hobbs Russian River 85 65105-2 2005 Paul Hobbs Russian River 85 65105-3 2005 Paul Hobbs Russian River 85 65105-4 2005 Paul Hobbs Russian River 85 65

CHARDONNAY: BURGUNDY Imported by Domain Drouhin, Willamette Valley, Oregon/ 4 bottles

300-1 2002 Vero - Drouhin Burgundy (Côte de Beaune) 40 25 300-2 2002 Vero - Drouhin Burgundy (Côte de Beaune) 40 25 300-3 2002 Vero - Drouhin Burgundy (Côte de Beaune) 40 25 300-4 2002 Vero - Drouhin Burgundy (Côte de Beaune) 40 25 2003 Bouchard Père el Fils, Chevalier-Montrachet: Robert Parker rated this wine 94 points, “Very minerally aromas of apple, iodine and baking spices. Thick and densely packed but quite closed; comes across as more classically dry than the “regular” Chevalier-Montrachet, as well as more difficult to taste today. But this has terrific verve and a very long and impres-sively suave finish. Director Hervet, who calls 2003 a great vintage for Chevalier-Montrachet, says that this will ultimately top the last wine, but today it’s not obvious.”

301-1 2003 Bouchard Père et Fils Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru 460 225301-2 2003 Bouchard Père et Fils Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru 460 225

VIOGNIER: CALIFORNIA & OREGON400-1 2003 Porter Creek Timbervine Ranch 50 35 400-2 2003 Porter Creek Timbervine Ranch 50 35 401-1 2004 Porter Creek Timbervine Ranch 50 35 401-2 2004 Porter Creek Timbervine Ranch 50 35402 2005 Penner-Ash Willamette Valley 50 35

QUESTION: Why is a 95 point Burgundy White better than a 95 point California Chardonnay?ANSWER: It’s not, but it is however different! The White Burgundy is usually has better balance to last over time. It has more acidity to let it age longer therefore increasing it’s value to collectors. Also most wine and cuisine masters consider White Burgundy better with food due to it’s balanced acidity. California Chardonnay may taste much better younger though. Just some simple points to help in your decisions.

VALUE IS ESTIMATED AUCTION OR STREET PRICE • RESERVE IS MINIMUM BIDYear Auction no. Year | Producer Description Value Reserve

PINOT NOIR: CALIFORNIA Wesmar is a new winery founded by the daughter of Ed Selyem formerly of Williams Selyem 500-1 2004 WesMar Winery Hellenthal Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 110 70 500-2 2004 WesMar Winery Hellenthal Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 110 70 501-1 2003 WesMar Winery Olivet Lane Vineyard, Russian River 90 55 501-2 2003 WesMar Winery Olivet Lane Vineyard, Russian River 90 55 502-1 2004 WesMar Winery Olivet Lane Vineyard, Russian River 85 55 502-2 2004 WesMar Winery Olivet Lane Vineyard, Russian River 85 55 503-1 2005 WesMar Winery Oehlman Vineyard, Russian River 80 55 503-2 2005 WesMar Winery Oehlman Vineyard, Russian River 80 55 504-1 2005 WesMar Winery Olivet Lane Vineyard, Russian River 85 55 504-2 2005 WesMar Winery Olivet Lane Vineyard, Russian River 85 55 505-1 2005 WesMar Winery Hellenthal Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 100 70 505-2 2005 WesMar Winery Hellenthal Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 100 70 506 2000 Arcadian Pisoni Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands 120 90 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 92 points

507 2002 Arcadian Dierberg Vineyard, Santa Maria 95 65 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 94 points

508 2002 Arcadian Pisoni Vineyard, Santa Lucia Hignlands 100 95509 2002 Arcadian Fiddlestic Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills 80 65 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 92 points

510 2003 Clos Pepe Estate, Santa Rita Hills 85 60 511 2003 Clos Pepe Vigneron Select 100 65 512 2004 Clos Pepe Vigneron Select 100 65 Wine Spectator rated this wine 93 points

513 2004 Clos Pepe Estate, Santa Rita Hills 85 55 514 2005 Clos Pepe Vigneron Select 125 80 Wine Spectator rated this wine 91 points/ 2 bottles

515-1 2004 Native 9 Rancho Ontiveros, Santa Maria 100 65 515-2 2004 Native 9 Rancho Ontiveros, Santa Maria 100 65 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 90 points

516 2004 Radio-Cotueaux Neblina, Sonoma Coast 85 65517-1 2005 Paul Hobbs Russian River 80 60517-2 2005 Paul Hobbs Russian River 80 60517-3 2005 Paul Hobbs Russian River 80 60518 2004 Loring Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard 80 60519 2004 Loring Clos Pepe Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills 95 70 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 92 points

520 2005 Loring Gary’s Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands 100 70 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 91 points/ 2 bottles

521-1 2004 Alesia Sonoma Coast 65 55 521-2 2004 Alesia Sonoma Coast 65 55522 2002 Porter Creek Fiona Hill, Russian River 75 55 523-1 2003 Porter Creek Fiona Hill, Russian River 75 55 523-2 2004 Porter Creek Fiona Hill, Russian River 75 55 524-1 2002 Row 11 Santa Maria Valley 40 35 524-2 2003 Row 11 Santa Maria Valley 40 35 Wine Spectator rated this wine 95 points/ 2 bottles

525-1 2005 Kosta Browne Sonoma Coast 120 90525-2 2005 Kosta Browne Sonoma Coast 120 90 Wine Spectator rated this wine 93 points/ 2 bottles

526-1 2005 Kosta Browne Russian River 120 90526-2 2005 Kosta Browne Russian River 120 90 Wine Spectator rated this wine 93 points/ 3 bottles

529-1 2004 Sea Smoke Southing, Santa Rita Hills 110 85529-2 2004 Sea Smoke Southing, Santa Rita Hills 110 85529-3 2004 Sea Smoke Southing, Santa Rita Hills 110 85

VALUE IS ESTIMATED AUCTION OR STREET PRICE • RESERVE IS MINIMUM BIDYear Auction no. Year | Producer Description Value Reserve

PINOT NOIR: CALIFORNIA (continued) Wine Spectator rated this wine 92 points

530 2005 A.P. Vin Rosella’s Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands 75 60531 2000 Arcadian Pisoni Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands 120 90 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 92 points

532 2002 Arcadian Dierberg Vineyard, Santa Maria 95 65 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 94 points

533 2002 Arcadian Pisoni Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands 100 95534 2002 Arcadian Fiddlestic Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills 80 65 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 90 points

535 2003 Arcadian Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 80 65 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 90 points

536 2003 Arcadian Dierberg Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley 85 70 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 92 points

537 2003 Arcadian Rio Vista Vineyard, Santa Rita Hills 90 75 Wine Spectator rated this wine 92 points/ 4 bottle

538-1 2005 Williams Selyem Russian River 77 55538-2 2005 Williams Selyem Russian River 77 55538-3 2005 Williams Selyem Russian River 77 55538-4 2005 Williams Selyem Russian River 77 55539 2005 Williams Selyem Sonoma Coast 75 55540 2005 Williams Selyem Sonoma County 75 55541 2004 Williams Selyem Russian River 78 65542 2004 Williams Selyem Sonoma Coast 78 65543 2004 Williams Selyem Sonoma County 78 65527 2004 Anthill Farms Demuth Vineyard, Anderson Valley 80 50 528 2004 Anthill Farms Peters Vineyard, Sonoma Coast 80 50

PINOT NOIR: OREGON600-1 2002 Scott Paul Cuvée Martha Pirrie 120 60 600-2 2002 Scott Paul Cuvée Martha Pirrie 120 60 601-1 2002 Scott Paul La Pulée, Willamette Valley 120 90 601-2 2002 Scott Paul La Pulée, Willamette Valley 120 90 601-3 2002 Scott Paul La Pulée, Willamette Valley 120 90 601-4 2002 Scott Paul La Pulée, Willamette Valley 120 90601-5 2002 Scott Paul La Pulée, Willamette Valley 120 60 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 91 points

602 2004 Penner-Ash Williamette Valley 80 60 603-1 2004 Penner-Ash Seven Springs Vineyard 80 70 603-2 2004 Penner-Ash Seven Springs Vineyard 80 70604 2000 Argyle Clubhouse 65 50 Wine Spectator rated this wine 91 points

605 2000 Argyle Spirithouse 100 80 Wine Spectator rated this wine 91 points

606 2001 Argyle Nuthouse 65 50 607 2004 Domaine Serene Yamhill Cuveé 60 45 Wine Spectator rated this wine 93 points

608 2002 Argyle Nuthouse 75 55 Wine Spectator rated this wine 92 points

609 2002 Argyle Spirithouse 100 80 Wine Spectator rated this wine 93 points

610 2003 Argyle Nuthouse 60 45 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 91 points | Wine Spectator rated this wine 92 points/ 2 bottles

611-1 2003 Argyle Spirithouse 100 80 611-2 2003 Argyle Spirithouse 100 80 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 90 points

612 2003 Argyle Nuthouse 65 45

VALUE IS ESTIMATED AUCTION OR STREET PRICE • RESERVE IS MINIMUM BIDYear Auction no Year | Producer Description Value Reserve

PINOT NOIR: BURGUNDY 1991 Romanée-Conti, Echezeaux: Wine Spectator rated this wine 93 points. Robert Parker rated this wine 92.“The Echezeaux is usually DRC’s lightest wine. The 1991 displays a deep ruby color, a tight but promising bouquet of smoky oak and rich red and black fruits, and moderate tannin in the finish. More backward and dense than normal, it should be at its best between 1996-2008.”

700 1991 Domaine Romanée-Conti Echezeaux Grand Cru 225 175701-1 2003 Bouchard Père et Fils Corton Grand Cru 175 135701-2 2003 Bouchard Père et Fils Corton Grand Cru 175 135702-1 2002 Vero - Domain Drouhin Burgundy-Côte de Beaune 55 25 702-2 2002 Vero - Domain Drouhin Burgundy-Côte de Beaune 55 25 702-3 2002 Vero - Domain Drouhin Burgundy-Côte de Beaune 55 25 702-4 2002 Vero - Domain Drouhin Burgundy-Côte de Beaune 55 25

PINOT NOIR: CALIFORNIA LARGE FORMAT 1993 Williams Selyem, Sonoma County Pinot Noir: “The medium-bodied 2001 Pinot Noir Russian River exhibits a dark ruby color as well as complex aromas of sweet forest floor, damp earth, raspberries, red currants, and dried herbs. Enjoy it over the next 3-4 years.” –Robert Parker

544-L 1993 Williams Selyem Sonoma County - Magnum 1.5L 600 230

CABERNET SAUVIGNON: CALIFORNIA Wine Spectator rated this wine 94 points/ 2 bottles

800-1 2002 Paul Hobbs Napa Valley 150 120800-2 2002 Paul Hobbs Napa Valley 150 120 Robert Parker rated this wine 95 points/ 4 bottles

801-1 2001 Paul Hobbs Hyde Vineyard 225 190801-2 2001 Paul Hobbs Hyde Vineyard 225 190801-3 2001 Paul Hobbs Hyde Vineyard 225 190801-4 2001 Paul Hobbs Hyde Vineyard 225 190 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 90 points/ 2 bottles

802-1 2004 Paul Hobbs Napa Valley 125 110802-2 2004 Paul Hobbs Napa Valley 125 110 Robert Parker rated this wine 94 points/ 2 bottles

803-1 2001 Ramey Jericho Canyon Vineyard 175 120803-2 2001 Ramey Jericho Canyon Vineyard 175 120 Wine Spectator rated this wine 94 points/ 4 bottles

805 2002 Rudd Oakville Estate Grown 125 100806 2002 Rudd Oakville Estate Grown 125 100807 2002 Rudd Oakville Estate Grown 125 100808 2002 Rudd Oakville Estate Grown 125 100 Robert Parker rated this wine 92 points/ 2 bottles

812-1 1990 Forman Napa Valley ESTATE 125 75812-2 1990 Forman Napa Valley ESTATE 125 75

CABERNET SAUVIGNON: CALIFORNIA - Case of six bottles Wine Spectator rated this wine 92 points/ 6 bottle case only

813 1994 VON STRASSER DIAMOND MTN. ESTATE 250 165

CABERNET SAUVIGNON: WASHINGTON Wine Spectator rated this wine 92 points/ 2 bottles

2001 809 Leonetti Walla Walla 175 1202001 810 Leonetti Walla Walla 175 120

VALUE IS ESTIMATED AUCTION OR STREET PRICE • RESERVE IS MINIMUM BIDYear Auction no. Year | Producer Description Value Reserve

SYRAH 900 2003 Arcadia Evan’s Ranch 75 65901-1 2001 DuMol Eddie’s Patch 120 90 901-2 2005 DuMol Russian River 100 70904 2001 Arcadian Garys’ Vineyard 85 65 905 2003 Arcadian Starlane Vineyard 85 65 2003 Arcadian, Syrah, Stopman Vineyard, Santa Ynez Valley: Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 94 points, “Good deep red. Singular perfumed nose melds pinot-like red cherry, strawberry, pepper, rose petal, potpourri, lavender and thyme. Densely packed and suave, combining the weight and texture of pinot noir with very sexy, complex, syrah-typical flavors of framboise, leather, meat and pepper, with some gaminess underneath.”

906 2003 Arcadian Stopman, Santa Ynez 90 60907 2004 Penner-Ash Willamette Valley 75 50908 2004 Radio-Coteau Timbervine Anderson Valley 85 65909 2004 Radio-Coteau Savoy Anderson Valley 95 75910 2004 Radio-Coteau Cherry Hill Sonoma Coast 95 75 Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 90 points

911 2004 Radio-Cotueaux Las Carolinas, Sonoma Coast 80 60912 2004 Rhys Alesia Chileno Valley Sonoma Coast 85 65

ZINFANDEL: RED Stephen Tanzer rated this wine 85 points/ drink now. 3 bottles

300-1 1999 Meridian Paso Robles 35 25 300-2 1999 Meridian Paso Robles 35 25 300-3 1999 Meridian Paso Robles 35 25301 1994 Ridge Geyserville, Sonoma 80 55 302 1994 Ridge Lytton Springs, Sonoma 75 45 304 1995 Ridge Geyserville, Sonoma 70 50305 1991 Ridge Geyserville, Sonoma 70 50306 1992 Ridge Pagani Ranch 90 65307 1992 Ridge Geyserville, Sonoma 75 55308 1992 Ridge Lytton Springs, Sonoma 75 55309 1992 Ridge Geyserville, Sonoma 75 55310 1993 Ridge San Luis Obispo 55 40311 1994 Ridge York Creek 60 45 312 1987 RIDGE Lytton Springs, Sonoma 75 55313 1988 RIDGE Geyserville, Sonoma 70 45314 1986 RIDGE Geyserville, Sonoma 70 45315 1987 RIDGE Geyserville, Sonoma 85 50

ZINFANDEL: RED: Case of six bottles 303 1995 Ridge Lytton Springs, Sonoma (.375L | half bottles) 275 155

MERLOT001 2002 Argyle Nuthouse 65 50002-1 2003 Orfila Reserve 45 35002-2 2003 Orfila Reserve 45 35 002-3 2003 Orfila Reserve 45 35 Wine Spectator rated this wine 91 points/ 3 bottles

003-1 1993 Leonetti Walla Walla ESTATE 180 80003-2 1993 Leonetti Walla Walla ESTATE 180 80003-3 1993 Leonetti Walla Walla ESTATE 180 80

PETITE SIRAH005 1999 Meridian Paso Robles 45 25

CABERNET SAUVIGNON: CALIFORNIA Wine Spectator rated these wines 87-93 points/ 5 bottles

814 Laurel Glen “The Golden Years” Vertical 1984 –1987 420 200 • Laurel Glen Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Mountain 1984 WS 87 points A very well-made, pleasantly tart with focused, complex cherry and plum flavors, very good structure in an elegant style. Medium intensity and depth of flavor yet the flavors stay with you to the finish. A good bet for the cellar. • Laurel Glen Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Mountain 1985 WS 91 points Deep and concentrated with rich, compact currant, plum, cassis fruit that’s sweet and fleshy yet tightly wound, lush yet firm and tannic. It’s beautifully proporitoned, deliciously fruity, complex, finishing with toasty oak. –JL

• Laurel Glen Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Mountain 1986 WS 91 points Tasted from magnum. This still seems on the way up. It’s firm and tannic and may dry out, but the currant, cherry and mineral flavors are young and vibrant, turning more complex on the finish where herb and tobacco flavors fold in. –JL

• Laurel Glen Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Mountain 1987 WS 93 points Tasted from magnum. Dark, ripe, intense and concentrated, packed with rich currant, mineral, spice, cedar and berry flavors. While mellowing, it’s still quite vibrant and dense. Can go another decade.--1987 California Cabernet horizontal. 50 cases made. –JL

• Laurel Glen Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma Mountain 1988 WS 88 points Solid, with ripe, rich, concentrated currant, anise, mineral, sage and berry notes. Tightly wound, it’s well balanced, and shows more depth and richness than most ‘88s.--1988 California Cabernet retrospective. . –JL

ZINFANDEL: CALIFORNIA Wine Spectator rated this wine 94 points/ 2 bottles

316 1987 RIDGE Sonoma Geyserville WS 90 points 70 50 Top 100 wines of 1987 Wine Spectator317 1986 RIDGE Sonoma Geyserville “Tentadue” N/R 70 50318 1994 Renwood Amador “Grandpére” Old Vine WS 86 points 70 45 Ripe and intense, with a core of chunky cherry, chocolate and cedary oak flavors. A rustic style that manages to shave off the rough edges.319 Hartford Court Clos Designe Monopole Russian River WS 92 points 70 50 An oaky style, boasting prominent buttery, toasty notes which lead to a rich core of currant and cherry and finish in complex flavors and aromas. –JL

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18th Annual CEC Wine Tasting Benefit and Auction

June 16th California Institute of Technology6:00 pm-10:30 pm

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