''Life is a Cabaret'' at 19th Annual Auction of Washington Wines; Tickets on Sale Now for Picnic with the Winemakers, Winemaker Dinners and Gala Auction.SEATTLE -- The Auction of Washington Wines takes center stage at Chateau Ste. Michelle The Chateau Ste. Michelle is a Washington winery in Woodinville, Washington. They are noted for their bestselling Riesling (as the largest single producer of Riesling in the world), but produce wines of many classic varietals and some experimental wines on a per-year basis. Ste. in Woodinville, Wash. August 17-19, showcasing more than 175 Washington wineries, incredible auction lots, gourmet food and entertainment. Now in its 19th year, the Washington wine industry's premier philanthropic event has raised more than $15 million for Uncompensated Care uncompensated care, n health care services provided by a hospital, physician, dental professional, or other health care professional for which no charge is made and for which no payment is expected. at Children's Hospital A children's hospital is a hospital which offers its services exclusively to children. The number of children's hospitals proliferated in the 20th century, as pediatric medical and surgical specialties separated from internal medicine and adult surgical specialties. & Regional Medical Center and the Washington Wine Education Foundation. In 2006, the Auction of Washington Wines presents "Chateau Cabaret," a weekend celebration of Washington wine in three acts. Show-stopping auction lots include: hand etched, six-liter bottles of Quilceda Creek's "100-point" 2002 and 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Cab·er·net Sauvignon n. 1. A variety of black grape used to make red wine, notably in Bordeaux and the Napa Valley. 2. A dry red wine made from this grape. [French. , a BMW BMW in full Bayerische Motoren Werke AG German automaker. Founded as an aircraft engine manufacturer in 1916, the company assumed the name Bayerische Motoren Werke and became known for its high-speed motorcycles in the 1920s. Z4 Roadster from BMW Northwest and a first-of-its-kind Barrel Auction at Picnic with the Winemakers. The Barrel Auction will offer guests a chance to sample special blends from Beresan Winery, Col Solare, DeLille Cellars DeLille Cellars is a winery in Woodinville, Washington, USA. It specializes in wines using the Bordeaux grape varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. In 2000, DeLille won the New York Times's Wine Today. , Leonetti Cellar, Matthews Cellars and Pepper Bridge Winery, and bid to win future cases of the wines, created uniquely for Picnic. "We've added some exciting elements to our events this year, further cementing the Auction of Washington Wines as the 'can't miss' weekend destination event for wine lovers," said Carol Munro, Auction of Washington Wines Executive Director. "From the casual Picnic with the Winemakers and privately-hosted Winemaker Dinners, to the classic black-tie Gala Auction, our 19th annual event offers a variety of opportunities to meet the winemakers and bid on one-of-a-kind auction lots featuring celebrated Washington wines, exclusive dining events and unbelievable travel experiences." Each year, Washington wine industry leaders elect two honorary chairs to the Auction of Washington Wines. This year, the industry recognizes Honorary Grower Chair Paul Champoux of Champoux Vineyards LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol. LLC - Logical Link Control and Honorary Vintner Chair Martin Clubb of L'Ecole N 41 for their contributions and leadership in the industry. Single tickets, weekend packages and corporate tables are on sale now at www.auctionofwashingtonwines.org. Act I: PICNIC WITH THE WINEMAKERS, Thursday, August 17 5 p.m. until dusk - Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville, Wash. Mix and mingle with the stars of the show at Picnic with the Winemakers, a not-to-be-missed casual summer evening featuring wine tasting Noun 1. wine tasting - a gathering of people to taste and compare different wines assemblage, gathering - a group of persons together in one place wine tasting n → degustación f de vinos , gourmet delicacies prepared by Whole Foods Market, live music by Paul Gregutt & Friends, a silent auction featuring 100 fabulous lots and guest emcee John Curley of KING5 TV's Evening Magazine. Guests are encouraged to get in the summer spirit and B.Y.O.B. (Bring Your Own Blanket) to compete for recognition as the "best picnic spread" at the event. Guests will also enjoy a live barrel making demonstration by a skilled cooper. Tickets are $125 per person. Act II: WINEMAKER DINNERS, Friday, August 18 6:30 p.m. - Various Seattle-area locations Sit back and enjoy the culinary show as Washington winemakers join up with guest chefs at select winery locations and private homes in the greater Seattle-area. Each intimate dinner will match Washington winemakers with a guest chef for an exquisitely paired gourmet meal. Participants include Andrew Will Winery, Leonetti Cellar, Quilceda Creek Winery, Chef John Neumark of Serafina, Chef Jason Wilson of Crush and Chef Steve Cain of Waterfront Seafood Grill, among others. Tickets are $225 per person. Act III: GALA AUCTION, Saturday, August 19: 4:30 p.m. until midnight - Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville, Wash. Held under an elegant white tent at Chateau Ste. Michelle, the star-studded 19th annual black-tie Gala Auction will delight the senses with rich decor, fabulous food, a wide array of Washington wines and exciting auction lots. As guests enter the tent, they will get into the cabaret swing with the Brian Nova Orchestra in anticipation of the live auction conducted by charity auctioneers Dick and Sharon Friel. For the 13th year in a row, Charles Ramseyer, Executive Chef of Ray's Boathouse, Cafe & Catering, and John Sarich, Culinary Director of Chateau Ste. Michelle, will lead a talented team of Northwest culinary professionals, including Tamara Murphy of Brasa, Ethan Stowell of Union and Fernando Divina of Cave B Inn at SageCliffe, to prepare a multi-course gourmet feast. Tickets are $500 per person. About Auction of Washington Wines The Auction of Washington Wines, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, is the philanthropic organization of the Washington wine industry, representing more than 400 wineries and 350 wine grape growers. The Auction of Washington wines is co-chaired by Ron Elgin, Chairman and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of DDB DDB - device independent bitmap , and Ted Baseler, President and CEO of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates. Major sponsors of the Auction include Air New Zealand Parameter not given Error... ''Template needs its first parameter as beg[in], mid[dle], or end. Parameter not given Error... , BMW Northwest, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Down Under Answers, John L. Scott John L. Scott (1898-1986) The vision of John L. Scott Real Estate started over seven decades ago when a young Scottish immigrant named John L. Scott set out on a long journey with his bride and infant son in their Model-T Ford—destination San Diego. , Seattle Magazine, Viking/Gateway Appliance Distributing and Whole Foods Market. For more information visit www.auctionofwashingtonwines.org or call 206-667-9463, ext. 204. About Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center For nearly 100 years Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center has carried out its mission of providing excellent pediatric patient pediatric patient Child, see there care, education, research and child advocacy regardless of a patient's ability to pay. Consistently ranked as one of the best children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report Weekly newsmagazine published in Washington, D.C. U.S. News was founded in 1933 by David Lawrence (1888–1973) to cover important domestic events; he founded World Report in 1945 to treat world news. The two magazines were merged in 1948. and Child magazines, Children's serves as the pediatric pediatric /pe·di·at·ric/ (pe?de-at´rik) pertaining to the health of children. pe·di·at·ric adj. Of or relating to pediatrics. referral center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho. In 2005, more than 57,000 children received financial assistance through the uncompensated care program. About The Washington Wine Education Foundation The Washington Wine Education Foundation supports 2-year and 4-year collegiate programs in Washington viticulture and enology. A portion of funds raised at the Auction of Washington Wines goes directly to the state's educational partners, including Washington State University Washington State University, at Pullman; land-grant and state supported; chartered 1890, opened 1892 as an agriculture college. From 1905 to 1959 it was the State College of Washington. , Yakima Valley Community College and Walla Walla Community College. These academic institutions began a collaborative effort in 2001 to create quality enological education programs that graduate students with the skills necessary to further Washington's growing wine industry. |
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