THE FOLEY FAMILY, FOLEY FAMILY WINES
Established by Bill Foley in 1996, Foley Family Wines is a portfolio of highly-acclaimed wines from some of the world’s greatest vineyards. Foley Family Wines Sonoma County properties include: Banshee, Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery, Ferrari-Carano, Foley Sonoma, Lancaster Estate, Roth Estate Winery, Sebastiani and Chateau St. Jean. Chalk Hill celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2022. The property was acquired by Foley Family Wines in 2010, and under Proprietor Bill Foley’s leadership, Chalk Hill continues to promote the Chalk Hill AVA as one of the top winegrowing regions in California.
“We look forward to commemorating Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery’s 50th anniversary and sharing our wines during the Sonoma County Wine Auction while making a difference in our local community,” said Courtney Foley, Second Generation Vintner at Foley Family Wines. She is the youngest daughter of Foley Family Wines’ Proprietors Bill and Carol Foley, who purchased the iconic Chalk Hill property in Sonoma County in 2010. Courtney has been instrumental in instilling sustainability at the forefront of Foley Family Wines’ values, including focusing on the social sustainability of the people who farm and work to craft the wines in their growing portfolio. “As stewards of these distinctive properties and especially our family home at Chalk Hill, we take our legacy very seriously. We endeavor not only to take special care of the people who work at these sites, but also of the land, and the site-specific wines that we are so fortunate to be able to make,” said Courtney.
2022 VINTNER HONOREE
JEAN-CHARLES BOISSET, BOISSET COLLECTION
Jean-Charles Boisset was born into the world of wine in the village of Vougeot (Burgundy), France—the heart and birthplace of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. His passion for historic California estates endowed with heritage and a pioneering spirit led him to Sonoma County in 2003, where he purchased DeLoach Vineyards, an early producer of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Zinfandel in the Russian River Valley. The purchase of Buena Vista Winery, California’s first premium winery, followed in 2011, and the Oakville Grocery (Healdsburg) was added in 2019. His boundless energy and drive for innovation support his leadership of a number of wineries, tasting rooms and lifestyle destinations across Sonoma County, Napa Valley and San Francisco united under the Boisset Collection portfolio. He has a deep commitment to local philanthropy and was an Honorary Event Co-Chair for the 2015 Sonoma County Wine Auction. In addition to SCVF initiatives, Boisset has supported many other charitable organizations in the community.
“We are honored to support the Sonoma County Wine Auction for another year of essential fundraising that directly impacts an amazing range of important causes throughout Sonoma County,” remarked Jean-Charles Boisset, Proprietor of Boisset Collection. “It is our great responsibility to sustain these organizations…they help strengthen our local communities so they can thrive!”
2022 CHEF HONOREE
DUSTIN VALETTE, THE MATHESON & VALETTE
A Sonoma County native, chef and winemaker Dustin Valette, owner of the acclaimed Valette and The Matheson, began his restaurant career as a dishwasher for Catelli’s in his hometown of Geyserville. He honed his craft in some of the most celebrated restaurants all over the United States before returning to Healdsburg as executive chef at Dry Creek Kitchen. While there, he garnered acclaim for cultivating strong relationships with local farmers and purveyors in search of Sonoma County’s best. Chef Valette strongly believes that supporting community is essential to success. He has been extremely active in many charitable programs throughout the local community, including SCWA where he served as Culinary Chair in 2017 and 2018. From feeding first responders alongside numerous other chefs and business owners during wildfires to raising money for those in need, Dustin and his family embody the wonderful philanthropic spirit of our community.
“We strive for prosperity in the soil, sophistication in the glass, and community at the table,” said Dustin Valette. “My family feels lucky to have deep roots in Sonoma County, surrounded by world-class wine and food growers, and we’re honored to be able to give back to the people who make this place so special.”
SONOMA COUNTY VINTNERS FOUNDATION
The Sonoma County Vintners Foundation cultivates a vibrant and diverse Sonoma County by elevating lives through charitable events and philanthropic giving. Our fundraising efforts have a direct impact in the areas of education & literacy, health & human services, the environment and arts & culture. Through our Community Grants program and our Emergency Relief Fund, we have the ability to impact all needs, ranging from the immediate to the long term.
BIG HEARTS AND MINDS
Contributions may also be made payable and mailed to: Sonoma County Vintners Foundation, 400 Aviation Boulevard, Suite 500, Santa Rosa, CA 95403.
Our Sonoma County Wine Auction (SCWA) presents once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for bidders each September - this Williams Selyem retrospective tasting was one of the many coveted auction lots from the 2022 SCWA. Proceeds raised from the auction support nonprofit organizations in Sonoma County.
The winning bidders in attendance were all thrilled with this opportunity. Thanks so much to the guests, to @williamsselyemwinery, Bob & Heather Cabral, Jeff Mangahas, our panel moderators @andrearobinsonms and @mrnoelburgess, and the wonderful team at @barndivahealdsburg for making this possible. And thanks to @lizthach for sharing this special night with the world.
Read the full article at www.forbes.com/sites/lizthach/2023/03/22/the-fine-art-of-mentorship-at-williams-selyem-winery-in-sonoma/?sh=3e1f9b8358f1 or see Latest News in our link in bio.
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We love seeing our Sonoma County Vintner Foundation beneficiary partners achieve their goals in the @pressdemo! We were lucky enough to attend the unveiling of this beautiful mural, everyone involved should be so proud of their work.
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Read the story at https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/news/santa-rosa-students-artists-team-up-to-create-new-mural-at-amarosa-academy/
Our team was proud to volunteer today at the @redwoodempirefoodbank weekly distribution at Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building. Our Sonoma County Vintners Foundation provides annual community grants to frontline nonprofits like this. It was great to get hands-on experience and see one of our beneficiaries in action.
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That`s a wrap on this year`s #GivingTuesday! Thanks to everyone who participated in the largest global day of giving. We receive so many inspirational letters of thanks from our beneficiary nonprofit organizations that we wanted to pass their sentiments on to you.
The donation portal remains open for giving at any time at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/.
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Sonoma County Vintners Foundation is still accepting #GivingTuesday donations! This critical funding addresses the immediate needs of our local community impacted by a natural disaster and other emergencies.
Make a donation and learn more at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/.
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Today is #GivingTuesday! Sonoma County Vintners Foundation`s participation in this global day of giving provides Community Grants for conservation and restoration of environmentally significant land, waterways and wildlife habitats in our county.
Be part of this community collaboration. Make a donation and learn more at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/.
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Today is #GivingTuesday! Sonoma County Vintners Foundation`s participation in this global day of giving provides sustainable funding for our Health & Human Services Community Grant recipients.
Make a donation and learn more at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/.
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Only one day until #GivingTuesday on November 29! Our beneficiaries who receive Community Grants from Sonoma County Vintners Foundation to buy books for children in our area are always thrilled to show off the results.
Make a donation and learn more at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/.
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#GivingTuesday is always a joyful time for us at Sonoma County Vintners Foundation - there is still time for you to be a part of this global celebration of community giving on November 29! Your donation funds our Community Grants in education & literacy, health & human services, the environment, and arts & culture, as well as our Emergency Relief Fund.
Make a donation and learn more at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/ or see our link in bio.
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#GivingTuesday is November 29! This global day of giving shines a light on the Health & Human Services Community Grants awarded by Sonoma County Vintners Foundation annually to local nonprofits who are helping the most vulnerable residents in our area.
Make a donation and see recent grant recipients at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/.
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#GivingTuesday is November 29! "Education & Literacy" is just one of four community grant designations used by Sonoma County Vintners Foundation to award Community Grants to local nonprofits each year.
Make a donation and see recent grant recipients at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/ or see our link in bio.
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#GivingTuesday is November 29! We’re proud to be a part of this global celebration of giving to make Sonoma County stronger. Funds raised during this campaign will be used by Sonoma County Vintners Foundation our annual Community Grants and Emergency Relief Fund, offering sustainable support for long-term programs and short-term needs.
See how to submit a donation and read inspirational stories of community collaboration at https://sonomawine.com/givingtuesday-sonoma-county/ or see our link in bio.
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Thanks to 65° and 57° Magazine for featuring photos from this year`s Sonoma County Wine Auction and highlighting the $1.8 million raised for the Sonoma County Vintners Foundation to continue to support #SonomaCounty nonprofits. Can`t wait to see you all at next year`s #SCWA, September 14-16, 2023! #TheProceedsMatter
See the full story at https://issuu.com/65-57-degree/docs/57_65_fall_2022_issuu/2?ff
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Thanks to @PegMelnik and the @Pressdemo for highlighting our recent Sonoma County Wine Auction events @chalkhillestate and @buenavistawines which raised $1.8M for nonprofits in #sonomacounty! We look forward to doing it all again next year, September 14-16, 2023. #theproceedsmatter
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Read the full story at https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/lifestyle/highlights-of-the-sonoma-county-wine-auction/
We Look Forward to Seeing You Next Year!
Sonoma County Wine Auction
September 14-16, 2023
Save the date to make a difference in Sonoma County. Proceeds raised at the Sonoma County Wine Auction will fund Sonoma County Vintners Foundation (SCVF) Community Grants in education & literacy, health & human services, the environment, and arts & culture. #TheProceedsMatter
Learn more at https://sonomacountywineauction.com/ or our link in bio.
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Thanks so much to @PegMelnik for your thorough coverage of our 2022 Sonoma County Wine Auction and the $1.8 million we raised for #SonomaCounty nonprofits as featured in in @pressdemo and North Bay Business Journal! We`ll see you at next year`s #SCWA planned for September 14-16, 2023. #theproceedsmatter
Read the full story at https://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/article/business/sonoma-county-wine-auction-reels-in-more-than-1-8-million/
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