Auction

Thank you to our 2011 Silent Auction donors and bidders - all proceeds from the Silent Auction directly benefit farmworker outreach programs conducted by the Central Coast Vineyard Team.  Take a look at what our generous donors offered at this year's event...

The Earth Day Food & Wine Festival Silent Auction features lifestyle packages, wine, and food from local and regional award-winning establishments. Minimum bids fit a variety of budgets and range from $20 - $1,000. We also feature a Buy It Now price for those bidders who want to purchase the lot directly off the table, without participating in the bidding. With over sixty auction lots, there is something for everyone! All proceeds from the auction directly benefit sustainable ag research conducted by the Central Coast Vineyard Team.  Auction Program.

Preview this year’s Featured Lots…
 

Lot 1: SIP Away in the Edna Valley

Presented by Pacific Vineyard Company, Chamisal Vineyards, and Tolosa Winery
 
All aboard! 20 guests are in for an eventful day in the heart of the Edna Valley. Step onto Pacific Vineyard’s signature Trolley for a hands-on vineyard tour with Tolosa winemaker, Larry Brooks. Taste several SIP Certified Tolosa wines as you walk through their vineyards and learn about sustainable practices. Next stop: Chamisal Vineyards! Let Chamisal winemaker, Fin du Fresne, top off your glass as you tour their winery and learn about their SIP Certified practices. By now you’ve worked up an appetite! The trolly will take you and your friends up into the hills of Edna Ranch where you’ll feast on some of the most delicious, authentic Mexican tacos you’ll find on the Central Coast! There will be opportunities to purchase unique wines from both Tolosa & Chamisal Vineyards at exclusive discounts! Dates: Tour available Saturdays only, in the months of June, July and August. Expires August 31st, 2012.
Value: $1,000          Minimum Bid: $500          Buy It Now: $2,000

Lot 2: Rustic Elegance at Halter Ranch Victorian

Presented by Halter Ranch Vineyard and Thomas Hill Organics

 Join us for two nights in rustic elegance at the Halter Ranch Victorian Farmhouse. Established in 2000, Halter Ranch Vineyard is one of the premiere wineries in the Paso Robles appellation. Their recently renovated 1880 Victorian Farmhouse is the cornerstone of this beautiful 960 acre Ranch and Estate Vineyard on the Westside of Paso Robles. Winners will receive a complimentary two-night stay, wine tasting, and private tour for eight guests at Halter Ranch.   During your stay, stop by Thomas Hill Organics for lunch or dinner or to pick up dessert during your stay – package includes a $150 gift certificate for this award-winning market bistro and wine bar. Offer expires 12.31.11.
Value: $3,000          Minimum Bid: $1,800          Buy It Now: $4,000

Lot 3: Cuvee PAU Vertical with Tour and Tasting at J Lohr

Presented by J Lohr Vineyard & Wines

Cuvee PAU Vertical includes two bottles of each: 2000 PAU, 2001 PAU, 2002 PAU in a wooden box. Certificate for a VIP Tour and Tasting for eight, which includes barrel tasting and a 20% discount on purchases.

 Value: $400    Minimum Bid: $100   Buy It Now: $350

 

Lot 4: Yosemite's Classic Moutain Resort Retreat

Presented by Tenaya Lodge, Lone Madron Winery, Ooh La La Mud Fudge
 
Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is a classic mountain resort set two miles from Yosemite National Park’s southern gate, surrounded by noble evergreen forest and a rich range of Sierra recreation. The Tenaya Yosemite Park lodging experience is classic, yet perfectly modern, with contemporary amenities including  wireless Internet, spa services, fine dining, and gracious guest service. A complimentary 50 minute Ascent Signature Organic Massage is included in your two-night stay. Enjoy this escape along with three bottles of Lone Madrone wine made from an organically dry-farmed vineyard and an assortment of fabulous chocolates from Ooh La La Mud Fudge.
Value: $800          Minimum Bid: $150          Buy It Now: $800

Lot 5: Nick Ranch Grass-Fed Beef BBQ for Six

Presented by Nick Ranch, Castoro Winery, Firestone Walker

Six generations of the Nick family have produced quality beef cattle and provided breeding stock and herd sires for many other ranchers across the United States. Meet with several generations of this family and enjoy starter samples of Nick Ranch gourmet beef raised on rich, organic pastures, complimented with Castoro Estate wines, while hearing the history of Nick Ranch. After getting the lay of the land, y’all will jump on a hay bale ride to take a scenic tour of the Ranch. Enjoy a lunch complete with Certified Organic Grass Fed Beef Tri Tip - hot off the grill plus Ranch Style Chili Beans, Grilled Garlic Bread, Green Salad, Wine, and of course, Dessert! Grab your camera and friends and come on out!  On your way back to town, stop by Firestone Brewery in Paso Robles and discuss the day’s events with a complimentary tour and tasting for six.

Value: $925          Minimum Bid: $150          Buy It Now: $1,000 

Lot 6: Festival of Wine

Presented by the Central Coast Vineyard Team, Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, Hospice Du Rhone, SLO Vintners Association, Sunset's Savor the Central Coast, Central Coast Wine Classic, Atascadero Wine Festival

Open your calendar and begin planning a year’s worth of amazing food and wine at the premiere wine events on the beautiful Central Coast.  This lot is overflowing and includes Four (4) tickets to the 2012 Earth Day Food & Wine Festival, Four (4) Zin Fan Del tickets to 2012 Zinfandel Festival, four (4) tickets to 2011 Paso Robles Wine Festival, four (4) passes to the 2011 Friday Rhone Rendevouz,  four (4) tickets to SLO Vintners Roll Out the Barrels, four (4) tickets to SLO Vintners Harvest Celebration, four (4) one-day passes to Sunset’s Savor the Central Coast, four (4) tickets to the Cnetral Coast Wine Classic Reserved Tasting, two (2) tickets to the 2011 Atascadero Wine Festival. The question is, “Who will you bring on this adventure?”
Value: $2,500          Minimum Bid: $500          Buy It Now: $1,500

With over 60 auction lots, there is something for everyone so leave plenty of time at the Earth Day Food & Wine Festival to persuse the abundance of items from our generous donors:

Ann & George's Bed & Breakfast, Anthropologie, Atascadero Wine Festival, Burgard Iris Farm, Cal Poly Arts, Castoro Cellars, Cayucos Sunset Inn, Central Coast Outdoors, Central Coast Wine Classic, Chamisal Vineyards, Chaparral Gardens, Chronic Cellars, Clayhouse Wines, Debbie Douglas Designs, Derby Wine Estates, Dragon Pearl Tea, Embassy Suites San Luis Obispo,  Edward Sellers Vineyards & Wine, Embassy Suites San Luis Obispo, Finley Family Nursery, Firestone Walker Brewery, Halter Ranch Vineyard, Hospice du Rhone, Hunter Ranch Golf Course, Idler's, Il Cortile Restaurant, J Lohr Vineyards, Jack Creek Cellars, Lavender Inn,  Lincourt Vineyards, Lone Madrone, Mitchella Vineyard & Winery, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey County Vintners & Growers Association, Nick Ranch Gourmet Beef, Novo Restaurant, Ohana Spice Company, Olio Nuevo, Ooh La La Mud Fudge, Pacific Vineyard Company,  Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, Pasolivo Olive Oil, Patagonia, Pier 46 Seafood, Pomar Junction Vineyard & Winery, Ranchita Canyon Vineyard, Ridge Vineyards, Riverbench Winery, San Luis Obispo Little Theatre, San Luis Obispo Vintners Association, Sherry Shahan, SIP Certified Wines, Sunset Savor Central Coast, Sycamore Springs Resort, Tablas Creek Vineyard, Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite, The Joycup Co., The Oaks at Ojai,  The Palm Theatre, Thomas Hill Organics, Tolosa Winery, Treana Winery, Two Little Birds Bakery, Whitney Elizabeth Photographer, Inc., Wild Horse Winery & Vineyards, Zada Salon & Spa, Zenaida Cellars.