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bank of america Winter Warm-up
January 29, 2026
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LOT 1 | All A-Buzz - VIP Hornets Suite Experience for Four (4)
Experience NBA action in premium style from a private suite at the Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks game on Wednesday, February 11. This exclusive package includes four (4) suite tickets, food and beverages, and one (1) parking pass, offering a relaxed and elevated way to enjoy the game. Ideal for entertaining friends, family, or colleagues in a comfortable, upscale setting.
Restrictions: Valid only for the Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks game on Wednesday, February 11.
Donated by Bank of America
Lot 2 | Que Syrah, Syrah - A Decade of Relentless
Eleven (11) 750mL bottles — 2000–2010 Shafer Relentless Syrah
An extraordinary opportunity to acquire eleven consecutive vintages of one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated Syrah-based wines, including the highly coveted inaugural 2000 release. With multiple vintages earning 95+ point scores, Relentless stands as a benchmark of California Rhône-style winemaking.
This remarkable vertical spans the first decade of Relentless—Shafer Vineyards’ bold expression of Stags Leap District terroir—crafted by legendary winemaker Elias Fernandez, who has led Shafer since 1984 and was named Wine Enthusiast’s 2012 Winemaker of the Year.
This complete first-decade vertical offers both a worthy investment and an unparalleled tasting experience for the serious Syrah enthusiast. Don’t leave this to chance! Whatever will be is in the power of your paddle, so raise it high.
Donated by Shafer Vineyards
Lot 3 | Top of the Hill - Hillside Select Cabernet Magnum Vertical
Four (4) magnum (1.5L) bottles — 2014–2017 Shafer Vineyards Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon
The flagship wine of Shafer Vineyards, Hillside Select is sourced from the steep hillside blocks surrounding the estate in the Stag’s Leap District AVA at the heart of Napa Valley. First produced in 1984 from vineyards planted by founder John Shafer and family, Hillside Select has become a defining expression of the appellation.
Renowned for its voluptuous flavors, rich aromatics, and velvety texture, this iconic Cabernet is consistently celebrated for its complexity, structure, and elegance, earning its place among Napa Valley’s most critically acclaimed wines. This exceptional magnum vertical includes the perfectly scored 2016 vintage, awarded 100 points by both Wine Advocate and Vinous.
Go BIG for this pinnacle collection of large-format Cabernet—Ascend to the top of the hill with every sip!
Donated by Shafer Vineyards
Lot 4 | Rare Pourfection - 3L 2010 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2010 Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon is a powerful yet impeccably balanced expression of Napa Valley’s renowned Stags Leap District AVA, earning near-universal critical acclaim, including a perfect 100-point score from Robert Parker!
This rare 3-liter bottling offers exceptional aging potential, expected to continue improving over the next 10–20 years, with the ability to hold beautifully for 25–30 years or more. A true collector’s treasure, it stands as a pinnacle example of Hillside Select in large format.
Pourfection of this magnitude is rare—don’t let it slip away!
Donated by Shafer Vineyards
Lot 5 | The Ultimate Shafer Vineyards Napa Valley Wine + Dine Experience for Four (4)
Established in 1989 by Shafer Vineyards founder John Shafer and other notable vintners, The Stags Leap District AVA is one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated sub-appellations, renowned for producing powerful yet elegant Cabernet Sauvignon. Its unique combination of volcanic soils, cool marine breezes from San Pablo Bay, and the protective Palisades mountains creates a “valley within a valley,” ideal for perfectly balanced grape ripening. This exclusive experience for four guests offers an intimate exploration of Shafer Vineyards and its exceptional sense of place.
The day begins with a private vineyard tour aboard Polaris four-wheelers, stopping at notable hillside blocks selected for Hillside Select, Shafer’s critically acclaimed flagship Cabernet Sauvignon. Guests will then enjoy a cellar tour and library vertical tasting of Hillside Select, guided by Elias Fernandez, Shafer’s legendary winemaker since 1984.
The experience culminates with an unforgettable dinner at the award-winning 3-Michelin-star restaurant, The French Laundry, hosted by Elias Fernandez himself. To commemorate the day, the winning bidder will also receive a 3-vintage vertical of Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon (2018–2021, 750mL).
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Napa Valley through the lens of one of its most respected wineries—combining legendary wines, intimate access, and one of the world’s finest dining experiences.
Restrictions: Experience must be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date with a minimum of 90 days’ notice. Airfare, ground transportation, and accommodations are not included and are the responsibility of the winning bidder.
Donated by Shafer Vineyards