185 . 2 BOTTLES OF DOMINUS ESTATE CHRISTIAN MOUEIX 2014 NAPA VALLEY - USA
A vivid expression of its unique site , Dominus is a profound and powerful wine , exemplifying purity . With articulated fruit and polished tannins , the wine has elegance , complexity , great length and improves with age . Dominus 2014 offers cardamom and forest floor aromas with deep blue fruit , silky tannins in focused layers and a beautiful , long finish .
Eric Chan Value : $ 1000
186 . 6 BOTTLE SET - L ' USINE CELLARS - TRIPLE THREAT CALIFORNIA - USA
A set of six terrior based Pinot Noirs from California . L ’ usine is the French word for “ The Factory .” It is an homage to all the Warhols of the world . All those with disdain for the status quo of a defined or insinuated model . All of those with the defiant nature shared by artists and winemakers past and present . Pablo Picasso said it best . 2 bottles of each , Annapolis Vineyard Pinot Noir , Sleepy Hallow Vineyard Pinot Noir , Sta . Rita Hills Pinot Noir .
Tim and Christina Louey Value : $ 650
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187 . 2016 OPUS ONE NAPA VALLEY - USA
99 Point Wine . Fantastic aromas that are complex and complete with blackcurrants , blueberries and herbs , such as basil and bay leaf . But always subtle . Full-bodied yet linear and very refined with a very persistent finish . It shows drive and brightness . So refined at the end .
John and Ruth Zhu Value : $ 600
188 . BERINGER VINEYARDS ' EIGHTH MAKER ' CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 NAPA VALLEY - USA
99 Points . A dark and seductive cabernet , this has stunning forest berries and enormous concentration and freshness . Great finish , where the interplay of fruit and fine tannins is complex . Goes on for minutes with dark berries , blackberries and hot stones . A core of greatness . Drink now or cellar for later .
Virginia Rong and Sherwin Ho Value : $ 517
81 SILENT AUCTION