THE V WINE BOARD OF DIRECTORS INVITE YOU TO THE 16TH ANNUAL V WINE CELEBRATION
August 7-10, 2014Napa Valley, California
Enjoy fine wines, gourmet cuisine, exclusive venues, legendary entertainment, and live & silent auctions in the spectacular
Napa Valley, as we join together to fight cancer.
SPONSORED BY
HOSTED BY
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Dear friends,
The V Foundation and V Wine Celebration Boards of Directors invite you to join us for the 16th Annual V Foundation Wine Celebration. It’s a fabulous weekend with abundant offerings of great wines, superb food, and the gathering together of old and new friends in the fight against cancer.We have created an amazing series of events to celebrate 16 years of achievements! Thursday evening will feature exclusive winery dinners at Raymond Vineyards, Silver Oak Cellars, and Vineyard 7 & 8. The V Foundation Humanitarians & Founders will be feted at Pride Mountain Vineyards. After a wonderful dinner, guests will have the opportunity to dance the night away at the incredible new event addition, Club Red at Raymond Vineyards.Friday afternoon, The V Foundation Presidents & Vintner Grant Honorees will enjoy a gourmet lunch at the private wine estate, The Napa Valley Reserve. Friday night, we will gather together for the “Let’s Get It Started” Party, showcasing the “All- Stars of Research” which kicks off the 2014 V Wine Celebration weekend. Guests will enjoy a high-energy performance by global sensation Grooveline, who have appeared on television, as well as, prestigious events, the Super Bowl and Olympics.On Saturday morning we feature the Cancer Research Symposium, where the nation’s leading physicians and research scientists present the latest advances in cancer research. Later that afternoon, savor boutique and legendary wines with a fusion of edibles at the Innovators & Icons Marketplace.Saturday evening, guests join together for world-class auctions and a lavish dinner at Nickel & Nickel Winery. The event begins with a wine reception and Super Silent & Showcase auctions, followed by our Gala Dinner & Live Action. The night tops with a private performance by The Midtown Men, four stars from the original Broadway cast of Jersey Boys. The evening caps with the popular After Party at the Villagio Inn & Spa.If you want to have a fun filled weekend while at the same time making a difference in the fight against cancer, please join us August 7-10, 2014 in the beautiful Napa Valley!
Sincerely,
JULIE ALLEGRO
CHAIRWOMAN, THE V WINE CELEBRATION
ROBERT LLOYD
CHAIRMAN, THE V FOUNDATION
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Exclusive thursday night winery dinners
The V Wine Celebration is pleased to offer the following winery dinner options for our guests to enjoy at $295.00 inclusive per person:
Host A DoctorGuests will have the opportunity to host a doctor, and honor a member
of our esteemed Scientific Advisory Committee at the winery dinner of your choice
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Raymond VineyardsDiscover the timeless and contemporary Crystal Cellar, where a decadent dinner prepared by Chef Michel Cornu will be designed to complement the beautifully crafted Napa Valley wines.Hosted by Proprietors Jean-Charles Boisset & Gina Gallo
Silver Oak CellarsRaise a glass and experience an epicurean feast prepared by Chef Dominic Orsini paired with the exceptional and extensively aged Cabernet Sauvignon wines.Hosted by the stellar Winemaking team
Vineyard 7 & 8Elevate your Napa Valley experience by enjoying a superb dinner prepared by Chef Victor Scargle perfectly paired with premium handcrafted wines 2000 feet atop Spring Mountain. Hosted by Proprietors Launny & Weezie Steffens
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Humanitarian & Founders Dinner atPride Mountain Vineyards – Member InvitationBreathtaking views frame this exclusive cave dining experience featuring the culinary talents of Chef Peter Hall at Pride Mountain Vineyards, recognized as one of the “world’s greatest wine estates” by Robert Parker, Jr. Hosted by Suzanne Pride Bryan & Stuart Bryan
9:30pm - 1:30am
Club Red at Raymond Vineyards After Hours Dancing and Wine Lounge
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Presidents Club & vintner Grant honoree luncheonSponsored by Bentley Motors12 :00pm-2:30pm
The Napa Valley Reserve
Enjoy an unparalleled experience with an alfresco lunch prepared by the exceptional culinary team of Meadowood Napa Valley at The Napa Valley Reserve, an eighty-acre private wine estate in the heart of Wine Country
Member InvitationFor more information on joining the Giving Club, please call The V Foundation 919-380-9505
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“let’s Get it Started” partyshowcasing the all-Stars of research
6:30pm-1 1 :30pm
Renowned Restaurateurs and ChefsFood enthusiasts and well-seasoned cooks alike can indulge their gourmand interests interacting with the region’s top chefs and culinary professionals
Wine Country’s Preeminent VintnersEnjoy handcrafted wines, prized varietals and new releases from world-renowned winemakers
Connoisseur Wine AuctionBid on one-of-a-kind cases of custom created wine blends from celebrated winemakers
Dance the Night Away Kick off your shoes and dance to a high-energy private performance by global sensation, Grooveline.
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Presidents Club & vintner Grant honoree luncheonSponsored by Bentley Motors12 :00pm-2:30pm
The Napa Valley Reserve
Enjoy an unparalleled experience with an alfresco lunch prepared by the exceptional culinary team of Meadowood Napa Valley at The Napa Valley Reserve, an eighty-acre private wine estate in the heart of Wine Country
Member InvitationFor more information on joining the Giving Club, please call The V Foundation 919-380-9505
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Cancer Research Symposium
9:30am-1 1 :30am
Historic Barrel Room, V Marketplace
The Scientific Advisory Committee is comprised of some of the nation’s leading physicians and research scientists from prominent universities and cancer centers. The doctors discuss current advances and discoveries into clinical applications, new diagnostics and alternative treatments to cancer.
By focusing on brilliant young investigators, the Scientific Advisory Committee works toward accomplishing the goal of the foundation: eradicating cancer. Includes Q & A session.
This enlightening symposium is open to the public.
innovators & icons Marketplace
12 :00pm-2:30pm
Villagio Harvest Patio and Lobby
Guests can sample elite and legendary wines with a fusion of edibles from local purveyors without having to leave the hotel!
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Sparkling Send Off
3:30-4 :00pm Barrel Room Lawn
Sponsored by Domaine Chandon
Super Silent auctionhors d’ oeuvres reception
4:00-5 :00pm Nickel & Nickel Barrel Chai
Showcase auction
5:00-6 :00pm Fountain Courtyard at Nickel & Nickel
Auctions comprised of unique wine, sports,art and travel packages to fit every lifestyle
Gala dinner & program
6:00pm Nickel & Nickel Winery, Oakville
Featuring Chef Lucas Schoemaker and Chef de Cuisine Josip Martinovic, McCall Associates
live auction
7 :30pm
private Concert performance
9:30pm The Midtown Men
Four stars from the original Broadway cast of Jersey Boys
after hours party
1 1 :00p-2 :00am Villagio Inn & Spa Lobby
Hit the dance floor with DJ JT & Eddie McGee
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TICKETS
Ticket prices do not include accommodations.
You can register instantly online at www.winecelebration.org or for more information, or to register by phone,
please call us at 707.963.0611
Thursday Evening Winery Dinner | $295.00 per person
Host a member of the Scientific Advisory Committee | $295.00 per person
Thursday Evening Club Red | Complimentary
Friday Evening Only | $1,750.00 per person
Saturday Evening Only | $2,250.00 per person
Friday & Saturday | $2,500.00 per person
Saturday Only Table for 10 | $22,500.00
ROOM RATES
All rooms must be reserved through the V Wine Celebration office, the hotel will not book your hotel room directly.
Your hotel stay must be secured with a credit card.
If your reservation is cancelled less than 30 days prior to the event, your credit card will be charged for the full value of your hotel
reservation. A deposit equal to 100% of the first night’s room rate and taxes will be charged to your credit card on July 1, 2014.
The balance of your room rate and taxes, porterage, housekeeping, and incidentals will be due upon checkout.
For both Villagio Inn & Spa and Vintage Inn:
Guest Suite | $475.00, per night, plus tax
Guest Room | $375.00 per night, plus tax
We encourage you to register early!
The 16th Annual V Foundation Wine Celebration has reserved all rooms at the Villagio Inn & Spa and its sister property, the Vintage Inn, exclusively for our weekend guests. As headquarters for the weekend,
rooms at the Villagio Inn & Spa will be filled first, with priority to guests participating in both days’ events. We encourage you to register early to ensure availability as we expect this event to sell out.
Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.Your reservation is not confirmed until paid in full.
55 Degrees
Amazing DJs
AppleCart Digital Video
Beth Nickel
Classic Party Rentals
Corona
Designs by Paulina
Domaine Chandon
Joan Groves Graphic Design
John Anthony Vineyards
Keith Rosenthal Photography
Kelly Reavis Designs
La Tavola Linen
McCall Associates
Napa Printing & Graphics
Pride Mountain Vineyards
Raymond Vineyards
Royal Coach Limousine Service
San Pellegrino Water
Silver Oak Cellars
The Lux Productions
The Napa Valley Reserve
The Packaging Company
The Partners of Nickel & Nickel
Villagio Inn & Spa
Vineyard 7 & 8
Vintage Inn
SpOnSOrS
Special thanks to these generous V Wine Celebration Sponsors