
WINE & DINE WITH SONOMA COUNTY’S LEADING MEN
Carmen Castaldi, Clay Mauritson, Corey Beck, Dan Kosta, David Ramey, George F. Hamel Jr., James Hall, Jeff Mangahas, Jesse Katz, Mark McWilliams, Michael Browne, Mike Sullivan, Rick Tigner
Who will be the fan favorite this year, the ladies or the gentlemen? Place your bids today and secure your seat at the table – either way you are a winner!
The Leading Ladies of Sonoma County started a tradition that has become a fan favorite of the Sonoma County Wine Auction. This year, the Leading Men of Sonoma County step up to the party, hosting their own iconic lunch for the winning bidder of this lot.
Hosted by Carmen Castaldi at Rodney Strong Vineyards in the heart of the Russian River Valley, your party of twelve guests will enjoy an afternoon feast along with a stellar selection of wines from each of the Leading Men, while you dine with some of the most accomplished, admired, interesting and fun loving men in Sonoma County’s wine industry.
Sonoma County’s Leading Men:
- Carmen Castaldi, President, Rodney Strong Vineyards
- Clay Mauritson, Founder/Owner, Mauritson Wines
- Corey Beck, CEO, The Family Coppola
- Dan Kosta, President & Co-Founder, AldenAlli Winery
- David Ramey, Owner & Winemaker, Ramey Wine Cellars
- George F. Hamel Jr., Vintner, Hamel Family Wines
- James Hall, Founder & Winemaker, Patz & Hall
- Jeff Mangahas, Winemaker, Williams Selyem Winery
- Jesse Katz, Winemaker, Aperture Cellars & Devil Proof Vineyards
- Mark McWilliams, General Manager, Arista Winery
- Michael Browne, Winemaker, Browne Family Wines (CIRQ & CHEV)
- Mike Sullivan, Winemaker & Co-Owner, Benovia Winery
- Rick Tigner, CEO, Jackson Family Wines
To be scheduled on a mutually agreed upon date.
Lot Details
The Wine
- A specially curated collection for the winning bidder of this lot, featuring one case of wine from each of these iconic Leading Men
Culinary
- Lunch for 12 guests hosted at Rodney Strong Vineyards in the heart of Russian River Valley, featuring a selection of wines from each of the Leading Mens’ wineries
Curated Experiences
- An unforgettable afternoon of wine and conversation with Sonoma County’s Leading Men
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