Barboursville Vineyards | Value: $800

Experience the celebrated wines and hospitality of Barboursville Vineyards with an unforgettable afternoon for two.

Begin with a three-course, wine-paired lunch at the acclaimed Palladio Restaurant, known for its elegant Northern Italian cuisine and locally sourced ingredients. After lunch, enjoy a private winery tour followed by an exclusive vertical tasting of three vintages of Octagon, Barboursville’s iconic Bordeaux-style blend.

Your tasting will be personally hosted by Luca Paschina, Barboursville’s renowned winemaker and president, offering a rare opportunity to explore the evolution of one of Virginia’s most distinguished wines.

Includes:

• Three-course wine-paired lunch for two at Palladio Restaurant
• Private winery tour
• Vertical tasting of three Octagon vintages
• Personal experience with winemaker and president Luca Paschina

Field & Main Restaurant | Value: $400

Enjoy an intimate culinary journey at Field & Main, one of Virginia’s most celebrated farm-to-table restaurants.

Two guests will experience the Chef’s Present Menu, a thoughtfully curated progression of seasonal dishes showcasing the bounty of local farms and producers. Each course will be complemented by carefully selected wine pairings, creating an exceptional evening of food, wine, and warm Virginia hospitality.

Includes:

• Chef’s Present Menu for two
• Curated wine pairings

Lost Mountain | Value: $560

Discover one of Virginia wine country’s most exclusive estates during a private experience for four guests at Lost Mountain.

Explore the vineyard and winemaking philosophy behind its limited-production wines during a personally guided tour and tasting. Surrounded by the beauty of the Blue Ridge foothills, your group will gain an insider’s perspective on the land, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that shape every bottle.

Includes:

• Private vineyard and winery tour
• Guided wine tasting
• Experience for four guests

Blenheim Vineyards | Value: $150

Spend an afternoon discovering the wines and creative spirit of Blenheim Vineyards, the Charlottesville winery founded by musician Dave Matthews.

Four guests will enjoy a guided tour and tasting at this distinctive estate, known for its sustainable approach, striking architecture, and expressive Virginia wines. Take in the vineyard views while learning about Blenheim’s winemaking process and tasting a selection of current releases.

Pollak Vineyards | Value: $275

Travel through time with an exclusive vertical tasting of Pollak Vineyards’ Library Meritage.

Four guests will taste three carefully aged vintages—2021, 2017, and 2015—while exploring how each growing season and additional time in the cellar shaped the wine. The tasting will be accompanied by a curated cheese and charcuterie selection.

The experience also includes a guided walk through the vineyards and winery, offering an inside look at the land, techniques, and craftsmanship behind Pollak’s wines.

Includes:

• Vertical tasting of the 2021, 2017, and 2015 Library Meritage
• Cheese and charcuterie selection
• Guided vineyard and winery walk
• Experience for four guests

Arterra Wines | Value: $150

Join Arterra Wines owner and winemaker Jason Murray for an engaging exploration of Virginia wine, terroir, and organic viticulture.

As Arterra works toward becoming the first Certified Organic Mid-Atlantic vineyard growing European Vitis vinifera varieties, Jason will share the story behind the estate’s farming and winemaking philosophy. Through five specially selected wines, guests will explore how Virginia’s climate and geology align with particular grape varieties to produce clean, natural, terroir-driven wines of consistent quality.

The winning bidder may choose one of two experiences:

Option One: A Private Tasting at Your Home

Jason Murray will lead an immersive tasting at your home or preferred location for you and up to 10 additional guests. Five wines will be selected to illustrate Arterra’s approach to climate, geology, organic farming, and minimal-intervention winemaking.

Guests will have the opportunity to order wines following the tasting, with complimentary shipping available on purchases of four or more bottles.

Option Two: A Private Vineyard and Cellar Experience for Two

Two guests will visit Arterra Wines in Delaplane for a private tour of the vineyard and cellar, followed by a guided tasting and conversation with Jason in the tasting room.

Arterra’s philosophy—“The Art of the Land”—celebrates clean wines that reflect their origins and can be enjoyed with confidence.

Ankida Ridge Vineyards | Value: $275

Escape to the mountains for an unforgettable wine adventure at Ankida Ridge Vineyards.

Four guests will experience a private four-year vertical tasting of Ankida Ridge Pinot Noir, along with a tasting of current releases hosted by the vineyard’s owner. Discover how vintage, elevation, and Ankida Ridge’s dramatic mountain terroir shape one of Virginia’s most distinctive expressions of Pinot Noir.

The experience continues with an off-road ride along the forested ridge before concluding at the scenic overlook with sparkling Brut and a generous charcuterie and grazing board.

Includes:

• Four-year vertical tasting of Ankida Ridge Pinot Noir
• Private tasting of current releases with the owner
• Off-road ride along the forest ridge
• Sparkling Brut at the overlook
• Charcuterie and grazing board
• Experience for four guests

King Family Vineyards | Value: $180

Gather six guests for a private guided tasting at one of Virginia’s most beloved wine estates.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, your group will explore a selection of King Family Vineyards wines while learning about the estate, its vineyards, and its winemaking approach.

This is a wonderful opportunity to share an elevated Virginia wine experience with friends or family in one of the region’s most beautiful settings.

Includes:

• Private guided wine tasting
• Experience for six guests

Common Wealth Crush | Value: $200

Go behind the scenes of Virginia wine with Ben Jordan, co-owner and winemaker of Common Wealth Crush.

Up to 10 guests will join Ben for a private tour and wine tasting while learning about the creative, collaborative world of this innovative custom-crush winery. Hear the stories behind the wines, explore the winemaking process, and discover what a day in the life of a Virginia winemaker is really like.

The experience concludes with a casual lunch at a favorite local taqueria, offering additional time for conversation, questions, and plenty of winemaking stories.

Includes:

• Private winery tour with Ben Jordan
• Guided wine tasting
• Lunch for up to 10 at a local taqueria
• Experience for two guests

Original Artwork | 36 x 48 inches | Value: $3,000

Celebrate the beauty, texture, and spirit of Virginia wine with an original abstract painting by filmmaker and artist Chrisa Giorgi.

Created with acrylic paint and authentic corks from Virginia wines, each large-scale work transforms the familiar shape of the grape into a richly textured celebration of the land, the vineyard, and the community behind every bottle. The incorporated corks carry their own histories—wines opened, tables shared, and moments celebrated—giving the artwork a tangible connection to Virginia wine culture.

Bold, contemporary, and entirely one of a kind, this 36-by-48-inch piece makes a striking statement in a home, wine cellar, tasting room, restaurant, or hospitality space. It is both an original work of art and a meaningful tribute to the people and places shaping Virginia wine.

Artist: Chrisa Giorgi
Medium: Acrylic paint and Virginia wine corks
Dimensions: 36 x 48 inches
Original, one-of-a-kind artwork

Original Artwork | 36 x 48 inches | Value: $3,000

Celebrate the beauty, texture, and spirit of Virginia wine with an original abstract painting by filmmaker and artist Chrisa Giorgi.

Created with acrylic paint and authentic corks from Virginia wines, each large-scale work transforms the familiar shape of the grape into a richly textured celebration of the land, the vineyard, and the community behind every bottle. The incorporated corks carry their own histories—wines opened, tables shared, and moments celebrated—giving the artwork a tangible connection to Virginia wine culture.

Bold, contemporary, and entirely one of a kind, this 36-by-48-inch piece makes a striking statement in a home, wine cellar, tasting room, restaurant, or hospitality space. It is both an original work of art and a meaningful tribute to the people and places shaping Virginia wine.

Artist: Chrisa Giorgi
Medium: Acrylic paint and Virginia wine corks
Dimensions: 36 x 48 inches
Original, one-of-a-kind artwork

Mt. Airy Farm, Fort Defiance, Virginia | Value: $500

Gather up to 20 guests for a relaxed and memorable afternoon among the vines at beautiful Mt. Airy Farm in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.

Your experience will be hosted by Tim Jordan, the viticulturist and winemaker behind Common Wealth Crush, Midland Wines, and Star Party Wines. Tim will lead your group on a private vineyard walk, sharing insight into regenerative-sustainable grape growing, Virginia terroir, and the creative process behind the wines he produces.

Following the walk, settle in for a private wine and cheese gathering—a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the landscape, taste Virginia wine, and spend time with one of the region’s most thoughtful and innovative wine professionals.

Perfect for a birthday celebration, reunion, private gathering, or an unforgettable afternoon with friends, family, or colleagues.

Includes:

• Private vineyard walk with viticulturist and winemaker Tim Jordan
• Wine and cheese gathering
• Admission for up to 20 guests
• Available on a mutually convenient date after October
• No expiration date

To schedule, contact Tim at [email protected].