1Boulevard Brewing Smokestack Series Chocolate Ale two bottles The Boulevard beer that sells out instantly every year and appears on auction websites immediately thereafter. We re not looking for the sort of prices found on those websites, just something reasonable for a delicious beer that Boulevard has crafted with the expert assistance of genius chocolatier Christopher Elbow. From the cellar of Josh and Jane Sosland Drinkability: Drink now or soon Value: approximately $100 Min. bid: $50 2Rare and wondrous Madeira, the eternal wine One bottle of 1950 Barbeito Malvasia Madeira, very sweet and seductive Madeira. From the cellar of Steve Karbank Drinkability: forever Value: $250 Min. bid: $150 3Rare and wondrous Madeira, the eternal wine One bottle of 1954 Barbeito Malvasia Madeira, very sweet and seductive Madeira. From the cellar of Steve Karbank Drinkability: forever Value: $250 Min. bid: $150 4One excellent Magnum of 2004 Grand Cru Burgundy One magnum bottle of Hospices de Beaune 2004 Volnay Santenots, from the Hospices de Beaune auction. From the cellar of Mark and Lynne O Connell Drinkability: now through 2025 Value: $200 Min. bid: $120 10
5A Double Magnum of Franciscan Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Equivalent to four standard bottles, the 2008 Franciscan Estate, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Double magnum was purchased directly from the estate, as these bottles are reserved only for worthy auctions. Donated by Major Brands Drinkability: now through 2025 Value: $200 Min. bid: $90 6Four exclusive California bottles, including two from the now heralded vintage of 1999 One bottle each of St. Clement Star Vineyard 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley and Kobalt Cabernet Sauvignon 2001, and two of the best bottles you are likely to encounter from the great 1999 vintage: Staglin Family Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Verite La Joie Sonoma County. Staglin and St. Clement from the cellar of Neil and Blanche Sosland Verite and Kobalt from the cellar of Josh and Jane Sosland Drinkability: now till 2025 Value: $320 Min. bid: $120 7Five fantastic Chardonnays: After thirty years, the most sought-after Chardonnays in America still come from Kistler Vineyards One bottle each of Kistler Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay 2007 Carneros, Kistler Trenton Roadhouse Chardonnay 2009 Sonoma Coast, and Kistler Vine Hill Vineyard Chardonnay 2007, and one each of Kistler Durell Vineyard Chardonnay 2007 and 2009. Hyde Vineyard 2007 from the cellar of Neil and Blanche Sosland Trenton Roadhouse 2009 from the cellar of John and Debbie Starr Vine Hill Vineyard 2007 and Durell Vineyard 2007 from the cellar of Josh and Jane Sosland Durell Vineyard 2009 from the cellar of Morton and Estelle Sosland Value: $240 Min. bid: $150 11
8Two delightful bottles from the highly touted 2000 vintage One bottle each of Chateau Calon-Segur 2000 Saint-Estephe and La Tour Haut Brion 2000 Graves. Calon-Segur from the cellar of Neil and Blanche Sosland La Tour Haut Brion from the cellar of Steve Karbank Drinkability: now and through 2020 Value: $200 Min. bid: $95 9Six hard to find bottlings from World Famous Zinfandel specialist Turley Vineyards, all from the 2003 vintage Turley has long been the most sought-after of powerful California Zinfandels, available only from their mailing list. This lot contains one 2003 vintage bottle each from the following vineyards: Dogtown, Duarte Vineyard, Dusi Vineyard, Keig Vineyard, Tofanelli Vineyard, and Ueberroth Vineyard. From the cellar of David and Sandy Eisenberg Value: $400 Min. bid: $225 10 Five bottles of fantastic California Syrah from the great 1997 vintage One bottle each: Behrens and Hitchcock Syrah, Babcock Black Label Syrah, Foxen Syrah Cuvee Jean-Marie, Joseph Phelps Syrah and JC Cellars Mesa Vineyards Syrah Drinkability: now till 2017 Value: $150 Min. bid: $50 11 A vertical selection of five vintages of Pezzi-King Zinfandel, 1994-1998 One bottle each of Pezzi-King luxurious Zinfandel 1994, 1995, 1996 and 1998, with a bottle of the very special 1997 Special Lot Reserve. Drinkability: now till 2015 Value: $175 12
12 A vertical selection of three vintages of Ravenswood s Belloni Wood Road Vineyard Zinfandel, 1994-1996 One bottle each of Ravenswood Zinfandel 1994, 1995 and 1996; some of the best and most ageworthy of Zinfandels. Value: $90 Min. bid: $30 13 An outstanding group of four bottles of Syrah from one of California s greatest vineyards Purisima Mountain Vineyard One bottle each of Beckman Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah 2000, Hitching Post Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah 2000, Beckman Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah 2002, Hitching Post Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah 2002. Value: $130 Min. bid: $45 14 A vertical selection of four bottles of top Syrah from Beckman Vineyards, and source from one of California s greatest vineyards Purisima Mountain Vineyard One bottle each of Beckman Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005. Value: $140 Min. bid: $45 15 Mature but still powerful California red wine: Schweiger s excellent Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon bottling, from the winery s very first two releases One bottle each of 1994 and 1995 Schweiger Spring Mountain. Value: $90 Min. bid: $30 13
16 A vertical selection of three vintages of Ravenswood s Big River Vineyard Zinfandel, 1996, 1998 and 1999 One bottle each of Ravenswood Zinfandel 1996, 1998 and 1999; some of the best and most age-worthy of Zinfandels. Drinkability: now till 2016 Value: $90 Min. bid: $30 17 A group of three excellent bottlings from the heralded 2000 Bordeaux vintage One bottle each of Chateau de Reignac 2000 Bordeaux Superieur, Chateau Moulin St. Georges 2000 St. Emilion and Chateau Sociando- Mallet 2000 Haut Medoc; from the vintage of the Millennium. Value: $160 18 Hard to find and rare California bottles One bottle each of Snowden Napa Valley 2000 and Adelaida Cabernet Sauvignon Viking Estate Vineyard 2000. Value: $120 Min. bid: $50 19 Four Cabernets and one Merlot from the excellent 1997 vintage One bottle each of Optima Cabernet Sauvignon 1997, Chateau Woltner Cabernet Sauvignon 1997, Cafaro Cabernet Sauvignon 1997, T-Vine Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 and Behrens & Hitchcock Merlot 1997 Napa Valley. Value: $265 Min. bid: $110 14
20 A vertical of three bottles of nearly mature Kunde Century Vines Zinfandel, a rich and tasty Zinfandel One bottle each of Kunde Century Vines Zinfandel 1993, 1994 and 1995. Drinkability: now till 2015 Value: $90 Min. bid: $30 21 Two vintages of famed Pouilly Fume from the now deceased king of Pouilly Fume, Didier Dagenneau Two bottles of Didier Dagenneau Pur Sang Pouilly Fume, a remarkably age-worthy Sauvignon Blanc, 1999 and 2000. Drinkability: now and till 2015, dependent upon your taste in aged Sauvignon Blanc Value: $120 Min. bid: $40 22 Party in a Bottle! A Double Magnum of 2008 Calina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon, equivalent to four standard bottles One 3.0 Liter bottle Calina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon, Valle del Maule, Chile, 2008. Compliments of Major Brands Value: $150 23 More Party in a Bottle! A Double Magnum of Silver Palm Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Equivalent to four standard bottles, the 2009 Silver Palm Cabernet Sauvignon Double Magnum was purchased directly from the estate, as these bottles are reserved only for worthy auctions. Compliments of Major Brands Value: $150 15
24 One-night stay plus dinner for two at The Raphael Hotel and a bottle of Charles Ellner Brut Carte D Or Champagne Enjoy one night in a King Plaza View Suite in the elegant and charming Raphael Hotel, offering boutique accommodations modeled on the finest small European hotels. With a combination of a significant historic landmark, vintage hospitality, and individualized service, this Kansas City destination hotel delivers a unique experience, whether you re traveling for business or pleasure. Includes dinner for two at Chaz on the Plaza, the Raphael s signature restaurant (excludes alcohol and gratuity). And one bottle of lovely Champagne from Charles Ellner Brut Carte D Or Champagne, a house offering sleek and silky champagne. Expires December 30, 2012. Advance reservations required. Accommodations compliments of The Raphael Hotel Champagne from the cellar of Jerry Eisterhold Drinkability: now and till 2020 Value: $400 Min. bid: $175 25 One-night stay plus dinner for two at The Raphael Hotel and a bottle of Charles Ellner Brut Carte D Or Champagne Enjoy one night in a King Plaza View Suite in the elegant and charming Raphael Hotel, offering boutique accommodations modeled on the finest small European hotels. With a combination of a significant historic landmark, vintage hospitality, and individualized service, this Kansas City destination hotel delivers a unique experience, whether you re traveling for business or pleasure. Includes dinner for two at Chaz on the Plaza, the Raphael s signature restaurant (excludes alcohol and gratuity). And one bottle of lovely Champagne from Charles Ellner Brut Carte D Or Champagne, a house offering sleek and silky champagne. Expires December 30, 2012. Advance reservations required. Accommodations compliments of The Raphael Hotel Champagne from the cellar of Jerry Eisterhold Drinkability: now and till 2020 Value: $400 Min. bid: $175 26 $250 Gift Certificate to Scandia Down Indulge yourself with Scandia Down s selection of beautiful luxuries for the bed. For over three decades, Scandia Down has been bringing the best of European-style comfort into discerning homes across the United States. Compliments of Scandia Down Value: $250 Min. bid: $90 16
27 $500 Gift Certificate to Asiatica Discerning shoppers from around the world visit Kansas City to admire the garments, scarves, jewelry and unusual Oriental housewares found in this exclusive shop. Function and art combine to create beautiful, unique pieces, many made from Asiatica s extensive collection of antique kimono cloth. Must be used toward a purchase of clothing. Compliments of Asiatica Value: $500 Min. bid: $200 28 $1,000 Gift Certificate to Halls Shop til you drop! Created by Hallmark founder Joyce C. Hall in 1913, Halls today is a unique shopping experience dedicated to the expression of personal style and the art of living well. Compliments of Halls Value: $1,000 Min. bid: $400 29 Four tickets to Ailey II at The Folly Theater Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey welcomes back Ailey II to the Folly Theater next fall. Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country s best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today s most outstanding emerging choreographers. Enjoy four tickets to the opening night performance on Thursday, October 4, 2012, at the Folly Theater. Compliments of Metzler Bros. Insurance Value: $240 Min. bid: $80 30 Four Crown Club Tickets to 2012 Royals Game GO ROYALS! Enjoy four Crown Club tickets to one of the 2012 Royals home games at Kauffman Stadium. Includes four seats on the field level directly behind the catcher, dinner in the Crown Club, and two reserved parking passes. Casual attire. Game date must be mutually agreed upon at least four weeks in advance. No refund or rain check given if game is cancelled due to bad weather. Compliments of Julia Irene Kauffman Value: $1,200 Min. bid: $400 17
31 Four-Course Chef s Tasting Menu for Four with Wine Pairings at Michael Smith Restaurant Does not include gratuity or tax. Not valid at Extra Virgin. Compliments of Michael Smith Restaurant Value: $400 Min. bid: $150 32 Dinner for Four at Café Europa plus a bottle of Beckman Syrah 1998 Does not include gratuity, tax, or alcohol. Compliments of Café Europa Value: $250 Min. bid: $90 33 Dinner for Four at Room 39 plus a bottle of Behrens and Hitchcock Syrah, 1998 Mendocino Does not include gratuity, tax, or alcohol. Compliments of Room 39 Value: $250 Min. bid: $90 34 Dinner for Two at Aixois plus a bottle of Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge 2000 The estate that defines southern France s ancient Bandol region (reportedly Julius Caesar s favorite wine) and combines silkiness with earthiness. Restaurant certificate does not include gratuity, tax, or alcohol. Compliments of Aixois Drinkability: now till 2015 Value: $110 18
35 Dinner for Two at Aixois plus a bottle of Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge 2000 The estate that defines southern France s ancient Bandol region (reportedly Julius Caesar s favorite wine) and combines silkiness with earthiness. Restaurant certificate does not include gratuity, tax, or alcohol. Compliments of Aixois Drinkability: now till 2015 Value: $110 36 $100 Gift Certificate to Bluestem plus a bottle of Cedarville Syrah 1999 Does not include gratuity or tax. Compliments of Bluestem Value: $110 37 $100 Gift Certificate to Fogo de Chao plus a bottle of Cedarville Syrah 1998 Stolpman Vineyards Does not include gratuity or tax. Compliments of Fogo de Chao Value: $110 19
silent auction 38 $100 Gift Certificate for Dinner at Webster House plus a bottle of Jaffurs Syrah 1999 Stolpman Vineyards Dinner is served Wednesday through Saturday. Does not include gratuity, tax, or alcohol. May not be exchanged for cash or used with any other offer. For one-time use. Expires December 31, 2012. Compliments of Webster House Value: $150 39 Country French Picnic Basket for Two by Lon Lane s Inspired Occasions Your garden basket will be filled with the following: a bottle of white wine and sparkling cider, smoked Cornish game hens with a cognac and apricot glaze, brie cheese with fresh fruit and a French baguette, French potato salad, an almond-berry tart, and chocolate truffles. Date to be mutually agreed upon based on the availability of Lon Lane s Inspired Creations. Valid only when used between June 1, 2012 and March 31, 2013. September- December 2012 and holidays are excluded. Certificate will not be honored after the expiration date, is not transferable, and has no cash value. Compliments of Lon Lane s Inspired Occasions Value: $150 Min. bid: $75 40a Necklaces from Pam Johnson s Linnaea Borealis Line Double strand labradorite with deco sterling squares 17 inches. Compliments of Pam Johnson Value: $200 Min. bid: $90 40b Necklaces from Pam Johnson s Linnaea Borealis Line Rose quartz with amethyst fluted melon beads and sterling. Compliments of Pam Johnson Value: $250 Min. bid: $100 20
40c Necklaces from Pam Johnson s Linnaea Borealis Line Flourite elongated beads in translucent greens and lavender with vintage sterling pieces. Compliments of Pam Johnson Value: $350 Min. bid: $125 41 Carnelian Necklace from Susan Gordon Jewelry Necklace with carnelian lentil beads, fastened with 22k gold hook, eye, and logo tag. Compliments of Susan Gordon Jewelry Value: $1,450 Min. bid: $400 42 Silk Scarves Designed by Paula Winchester Add a piece of art to your wardrobe! Choose one of these limited-run 100% Charmeuse silk scarves printed from Paula Winchester s pastel drawings. There are seven different scarves on which to bid. Each scarf measures 80 x 15. Seven scarves available: a. Cascading Tree Peonies b. Hachiya Persimmons c. Chinese Mountainside d. Golden Solomon s Seal e. Garden Buddha f. Purple Kohlrabi g. Pear Shower Compliments of Paula Winchester, HerbGathering.com Value: $150/scarf Min. bid: $85/scarf 21