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Napa ValleyNapa ValleyCustom Farm House

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Carolyn RobertsBROKER/OWNER

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Olive trees and an award winning vineyard greet you as you enter the gates. Jaw dropping views over the Silverado Country Clubgolf course to the east and the vineyards of Napa Valley to the west. The house is a comfortable but spacious 7,000 square feetwith an additional 4,000 square feet in supporting area. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with name dropping appliances and hugeisland. Wine cellar with transferable license to sell. The master suite is a luxurious retreat with fireplace and amazing masterbath. Charming guest rooms, each with their own bath. Even an elevator to assist in moving from floor to floor. A huge lowerlevel great room complete with kitchen for all of the fun & games you can imagine. Four car oversized garage with 10 footceilings. Above is 1200 sq. ft. of custom office space, conference area and delightful guest room. Bocce ball court, sun drenchedpatio, and a sparkling infinity pool surrounded by amazing views. A very unique offering.

Offered at $4,295,000

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1122MonticelloRoad.coMStep back in time while enjoying the latest home-building innovations on 3.58 scenic acres. Main home

(5771 sq. ft) with verandas and balcony; a stand-alone guest cottage (410 sq. ft); and detached home

office/three-car garage (1759 sq. ft). Serene views over neighboring vineyards and beyond to the western

hills. This Napa Valley estate offers attention to detail throughout this custom farmhouse with covered

porches. Large great room design with Chef’s kitchen, hardwood floors plus elegant touches of Travertine,

Marble and Limestone. An elevator to all floors, French doors leading to the outdoor kitchen, studio guest

house and separate office. Gardens, fruit trees, vineyard potential!


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AGNIFICENT SPRING MOUNTAIN VILLAMGrandeur, serenity & timeless Mediterranean elegance characterize this palatial estate situated on approx. 40 acres with panoramicviews of Napa Valley. While ranking as one of the largest private residences in Napa Valley, it is also an intimate and family- friendlyhome, and a floor plan that maintains privacy for all. Approx. 9,600 sq. ft., voluminous grand-scale formal rooms, 7 fireplaces, li-brary, office, music room, gymnasium, wine cellar, wine tasting room, and splendid chef’s kitchen for grand Napa Valley entertaining.Located in the highly desirable “Spring Mountain “AVA, near the Spring Mountain Winery in St. Helena. A rare opportunity to acquirea world class Napa Valley estate with approx. 7 acres of ultra premium Napa Valley hillside vineyard and helicopter pad.

Cult wine brand and inventory (approx. $5-$6 million) can be purchased for an additional $9.5 million. $18,800,000

$10,800,000

OAKVILLE APPELLATION VINEYARDExtremely rare opportunity to acquire 38.7 acres in Oakville AVA. Oakville AVA is one of Napa Valley’s most coveted and prestigious regions.Home to such distinguished wineries as SCREAMING EAGLE, HARLAN, BOND, DALLA VALLE, OPUS ONE, PLUMP JACK, SILVER OAK, FARNIENTE and RUDD, as well as Napa Valley’s most highly regarded vineyards such as TO KALON, BACKUS and HEITZ CELLER’S famous MAR-THA’S VINEYARD. Villa Mille Rose Vineyard is a 38.7 acre property on the valley floor in the heart of the Oakville Appellation with commandingand panoramic views of vineyards and mountains. This is truly a premier location surrounded by multi-million dollar properties. A chanceto create a world class winery and/or prime location for an ultra-premium dream estate on a proposed building envelope. Approx. 35 acresplanted with premium Chardonnay & Merlot vines, 400 GPM well and 8 bedroom perc for an engineered septic system.






Seize the opportunity to acquire a highly-rated & established Howell Mountain AVA winery with a 20,000 gallon winery use permit. Sited on 41+acres with approx. 6.7 acres of Bordeaux varietal vineyard, a complete wine production facility including 5,000+/- sq. ft. of caves, a 6,600 sq. ft.crush/fermentation pad, and… high on a hilltop, above the fog, a beautiful Provencal estate with breathtaking panoramic views of Napa Valley.Undoubtedly the most scenic winery estate to come on the market in recent years. This winery estate appeals to every sense & satisfies every desireof an oenophile’s dream. The owner has developed a reputation and built a brand receiving accolades of 93 to 95 point wines. A chance to jump intothe Napa Valley wine industry at its top tier and produce world-class cult wines. The residence is designed by acclaimed local architect, Ray Rector,and this artfully created Provencal estate speaks fluently of charm and beauty with elegant European touches in every room. Beautiful courtyard entrywith fireplace, multiple patios, splendid terraces, and gorgeous gardens surrounded by majestic century-old olive trees that match the architecturalformality of the residence. Passing the torch! A legacy to be continued……..

Howell Mountain AVA Winery Estate

$16,000,000

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HARVEST YOUR DREAMBeautifully situated on a country lane, this distinctive vineyard estate on 6+ acres has all the elements to fulfill a Napa Valley vintner’sdream. Approx. 5 acres of premium Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard and the grapes have been sold to several notable wineries in thepast. According to the City of St. Helena zoning ordinances, this property may qualify for a winery permit. With stunning vineyard& mountain views in every direction, this home features a great room with cathedral ceilings, large marble fireplace, gleaming woodfloors throughout, luxurious master suite, office/library, spacious patio, wine bar, and sophisticated country kitchen with the finestappliances to simplify entertaining. Offering easy access to downtown St. Helena,

This location is a beautiful environment with a unique blend of country & city. $3,750,000

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E LEGANT FRENCH COUNTRY ESTATEMagnificent French Country estate nestled on 1+ acres offers classic European charm with all the modern amenities and is onlyminutes to downtown St. Helena. Dramatic architecture, cathedral/beamed ceilings, and banks of beautiful arched windows revealthe beautiful outdoor surroundings. Approx. 5,000+ sq. ft., 4 br & 5 ba, gracious living room, library/office, exercise room, sun-filledFrench country kitchen with adjoining breakfast nook and spacious family/entertaining room with a balcony which is perfectly de-signed to accommodate grand-scale indoor/outdoor entertaining. The grounds create a resort-like atmosphere, while adding to thesense of privacy and quiet country ambience.

This impeccable home reflects grace and style at every turn. $1,350,000






ODERN CONTEMPORARY ESTATEMThis stunning contemporary home radiates sophisticated modern allure and crisp & clean geometric lines compliment minimalistluxury. Concrete floors flow from interior to exterior, glass walls and glass passages, sweeping terraces, grand-scale living space,and multiple entertaining areas offer the height of sophistication - truly one of the most extraordinary modern contemporary estatesto become available in Napa Valley in this decade. Sited on 10+ level acres with a beautiful lake/pond and gorgeous views of Mt.George. The exquisitely landscaped grounds feature sculpted formal gardens, over 400 organic fruit & citrus tree, oil producing oliveorchard, organic vegetable beds, (2) lighted tennis courts, bocce court, beautiful pool & spa, and an outdoor entertaining pavilionwith barbecue center and fireplace. $12,000,000

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This 2014 renovated modernist Napa Valley compound is sited on 1+ acres on the coveted Lodi Lane in St. Helena with vistas of vine-yards and a serene pond. The powerful contemporary architecture is designed with a mix of modern materials and large spans ofglass are beautifully combined with wood, rustic metals and exposed concrete. Every bit of the house is chosen and shaped for maxi-mum effect, creating distinct personalities for each major room and voluminous open interior spaces, walls of glass doors throughoutfor indoor/outdoor Napa Valley living. Approx. 5,000+ sq. ft. residence is an art collector’s dream with a unique center hall with 20ftceilings & expansive center gallery; unconventional floor plan, yet every amenity imaginable.

Truly an estate for the modern ages........ $5,995,000

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Sharon Carone, Broker • Darlene Brissard, Realtor • Brian Durnian, BrokerIzzy Gutierrez, Realtor • Scott Sofie, Realtor

EstatEs • VinEyards • Vacation HomEs • LandrEsidEntiaL and commEricaL

www.calistoga-realty.com1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515

707-942-9422Calistoga Realty Co., Inc.

EXQUISITE CUSTOM HOMEBeautiful custom home with so many special features. Main level master suite with French doors to the private patio, travertine floors, limestone gas fireplace, gourmetkitchen w/walk in pantry, Wolf range, Sub Zero refrigerator, granite counter tops, 3 large bedrooms upstairs, custom shutters, surround sound throughout, electronically

controls for pool, irrigation, full service interior elevator, beautifully landscaped yard, in ground pool and spa in a lovely private backyard.$1,325,000

WHAT A VIEWFour bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, family room with fireplace, new custom deck andfencing so you can enjoy the beautiful views of a meadow and Mt. St. Helena.

Freshly painted inside and out; great outdoor spaces for entertaining and gardening.$655,000

NEW ON THE MARKET27+ acres of pure privacy. 2 bedroom 2400 sq.ft. home with a chefs kitchen,

large living room with vaulted ceiling. Lots of usable land for horses, gardening,small hobby vineyard, olive orchard or?. Detached garage or barn/workshop.

$915,000

BEAUTIfUlly RenovateD noRmanDy Style Homewith guest house, art studio/workshop, in ground pool, a great old barn and a master gardener designed rose garden. Living room w/ fireplace, wood floors, crownmolding and indirect lighting, formal dining room, office/den w/ custom built-ins, media room, gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances, custom cabinetry,

La Rochelle tile counters, banquette and a lovely screened in porch.$1,429,000

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EstatEs • VinEyards • Vacation HomEs • LandrEsidEntiaL and commEricaL

www.calistoga-realty.com1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515

707-942-9422Calistoga Realty Co., Inc.

59.7+/- aCre eState propertyLocated in Calistoga and Knights Valley, adjacent to Blossom Creek Winery and Turnbull this 4100 sq.ft main residence, 900 sq.ft guest house currently utilizedas an office, with approx. 16.7 acres of vineyard on a long term lease expiring in 2025. An additional 8+/- acres of vineyard - 4 acres of hillside Cabernet and

4+/-acres of Petite Sirah with additional plantable acreage and potential for Winery/Caves. A rare opportunity!$6,950,000

BELLA VISTA VINEYARDSAn incredible opportunity to own a one of a kind Estate property situated on over 200 acres in Napa and Sonoma County. The custom built Mediterranean Styleresidence was designed by Adrian Martinez AIA and there are three additional buildable parcels included in this sale and each one provides panoramic views.

37+/- acre premium vineyard, planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Chardonnay, benefits from excellent Aiken loam soils and is located in both the Calistogaand Knights Valley appellations. This profitable grape growing program produced over 483 tons of fruit over the last 3 harvests and generated revenues of over

1.2 Million. The ranch features spectacular views of Mt. St. Helena and enjoys an abundant supply of water from its substantial irrigation pond and private well. Thisproperty presents a unique opportunity to build a vineyard estate compound or winery with attractive current cash flow and access to both Napa and Sonoma Counties.

$10,495,000

WINE COUNTRY LIVINGYou will be energized and inspired by the incredible peacefulness and tranquility of this beautifully designed 3841 square foot retreat on an 8 acre knoll top just

minutes to Calistoga. Breathtaking 360 degree views, 3 bed. 3 1/2 baths, game room, wine cellar and small Petite Sirah vineyard, spacious deck;it’s a wonderful lifestyle. $2,250,000

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JOSH BOAKAssociated Press

WASHINGTON — U.S. builders broke ground on fewer homes in May, but the pace of construction remains signifi-cantly higher than a year ago as the real estate sector increasingly reflects the stronger job market.

The Commerce Department said in June that housing starts last month fell 11.1 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.04 million homes. Econ-omists say that starts increased so sharply in April — surging 22 percent to an annual rate of 1.17 million — that some give-back was inevitable in May.

And in a promising sign for the months ahead, approved building permits rose increased 11.8 percent to an annual rate of 1.28 million — the highest level since August 2007.

“While the May starts data was a bit of a disappointment, the permit data was much stron-ger than expected suggesting

s tar t s should cont inue to improve in coming months, supporting job creation and the broader economy,” said Dan Greenhaus, chief strategist at the brokerage BTIG.

There were fewer starts that month in all four major geo-graphic regions: the Midwest, Northeast, South and Mid-west, driven in large part by a monthly decline in the rate of apartment construction.

Still, housing starts have increased 6 percent year-to-date, aided by the spillover effects of strong job growth and relatively low mortgage rates. Construction f irms appear ready to increase building activ-ity of both houses and apart-ment complexes in the coming months to satisfy the growing demand for housing.

Employers have added 3.1 million jobs over the past 12 months — new paychecks that

are flowing into the housing market as more Americans have the income to buy new houses at a median price of roughly $300,000. Sales of new homes have climbed nearly 24 per-cent year-to-date, according to a separate Commerce Depart-ment report.

There are also more Ameri-cans renting. Even though job growth has accelerated, the economy has slowly crawled back over the past six years from the Great Recession. The Wash-ington-based think tank Urban Institute estimated in a recent report that 13 million additional households will be renting by 2030, compared with 9 million additional homeowners.

But the increased demand has kept supplies tight, feed-ing expectations that build-ers will respond by breaking ground on more houses and apartment complexes in the

coming months.As of April, the market for

new homes had 4.8 months of supply, compared with 5.6 months a year ago. A healthy market generally contains six months’ worth of supply.

Builders also have an increas-ingly positive outlook on sales.

The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo builder sentiment index released Monday rose to 59 this month, up five points from 54 the May reading. Readings above 50 indicate more builders view sales conditions as good rather than poor.

Mortgage rates have started to climb, although they remain low by historic standards.

The average 30-year, fixed mortgage rate was 4.04 percent in mid-June, according to the mortgage firm Freddie Mac. That is up from 3.87 percent in the prior week.

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Bicyclists will soon have places to keep their wheels at nearly all of Napa’s public parks.

A city application for bike rack hardware has won the approval of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, Dave Perazzo, the city parks manager said in June. The equip-ment will create 52 two-wheel parking installations to be spread across most of the 26 parks, half the city’s total, that lack racks.

Napa plans to install the racks at 23 sites, including Oxbow Commons, the Napa River flood bypass in the Oxbow district. The remaining sites are mainly smaller neighborhood parks in the city system, according to a memo from Perazzo to the city Bicycle and Trails Advisory Com-mission.

The Bay Area-wide program run by the air quality district

provides cities with vouchers to buy racks, lockers and other bicy-cle storage. Municipalities chosen for the program can receive up to $60 of credit for each bike park-ing space created, to a maximum of $15,000.

Perazzo said the city will order and receive the bike rack hardware over the next month, then install it during the sum-mer. Cities receiving free or dis-counted bike parking equipment through the air quality district must install the racks within four months of delivery.

The voucher program requires cities receiving bike racks to place them within a tenth of a mile of a major activity cen-ter, and maintain them for at least 10 years. Vouchers pay for the equipment, with the cities responsible for their installation and upkeep.

Only half of Napa’s 52 parks currently have bicycle racks, and the vouchers would help the city in closing that gap, Cindy

Bannister, management analyst for the city, told the city council in May, when it decided to apply for the grant.

More bicycle racks coming to NapaAir quality district awards city a grant

J.L. Sousa/Register file photoThe city of Napa has won approval to enter a voucher program, run by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, that awards cities free or discounted bicycle racks. More than 20 city parks are slated to receive bike parking equipment this summer.


Once upon a time the home se l l e r would establish a selling price

and the home buyer would make an offering price to purchase the home. They would negotiate back and forth until reaching mutual agreement. In today’s “seller’s market” that is indeed a fairy tale. For Napa homes in good loca-tions, well maintained and priced right, there has been a return to the multiple offers of 2007 before the recession.

The ebb and flow from buy-er’s to seller’s market depends on a number of factors. In a broad sense we are now in a seller’s mar-ket because there is a greater sup-ply of more qualified buyers than there are affordable homes to be purchased. The result is a market where buyers bidding against the other buyers to determine the selling price and not negotiating with the seller as would happen in a more balanced market. Why are the buyers willing to bid up their offering prices?

Interest rates (the cost of money) are historically low but expected by many to rise in the fall which will raise monthly payments and/or disqualify some buyers.

Appreciation has exceeded 20 percent over the last two years at some price points and shown to buyers that the house will cost more tomorrow than it does today.

Napa is a slow growth com-munity by Bay Area standards with limited supply of housing and with agricultural zoning is not likely to have an increase in the future.

Rapid rise in rents over past two years has put the cost of ownership of single family homes equal to the cost of renting, add-ing more buyers to the market.

Given this market reality of a “seller’s market” it is critically important for you as a buyer to work with your Realtor to have a strategic plan that will give you the highest odds of success against

other offers that will be presented. In preparation for actually writing the offer you may want to take some of the following steps:

Be pre-approved and not just prequalified for your loan with written documentation to show that you are ready to go and as good as a cash buyer. Offer the availability of your lender to con-firm your qualifications to obtain the loan.

Knowing seller wants and needs allows the offer to be struc-tured with closing date, occu-pancy, excluded personal property that might offset a price shortfall. Have your Realtor inquire to learn as much as possible from the listing agent.

Explore the history of the property and owners to know how long they have owned the home, if they have made addi-tions and improvements and even their use and interests such as gar-dening and entertaining that you might inherit.

Do an Estimate of Market Value, which will give you a more accurate idea of where the selling price will end up and not what the seller is asking for the home. In a competitive situation, and in a rising market, the selling price often exceeds the listed price that is being asked for the property.

Having accumulated all of this information about the home and current owners your Realtor can work together to construct the most competitive offer. It is important to draw price conclu-sions from recent sales and other similar homes that have recently gone into contract. This can

confirm a rising or falling market that you will need to stay above to be the successful buyer.

The goal in writing a success-ful offer is to give the seller all the terms they want including occu-pancy and personal property with the minimal amount of costs and contingencies that would compli-cate the sale. Create an offer that can be signed and accepted in its original form and not require the seller to request changes.

Though not so common in today’s real estate world, request that your Realtor present your offer in person to introduce you to them, give background on your knowledge and appreciation of their home and personalize the process. This also creates an opportunity to emphasize that even if your offer might not be the highest in price it is most

likely to close escrow.What price to offer in a

competitive bidding situation has no easy answer. One way to approach the question is to establish a price base where you will be sorry if you don’t get the home and a price ceiling where you won’t regret losing the home to another buyer. Knowing you have created a strategic plan, pre-pared well, and presented your best possible offer will give you a competitive advantage and your best odds of being the successful home owner.

Charles Bogue is a Real Estate Broker in Napa Valley, CA with Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley. For more real estate advice, please contact him at (707) 486-5511 or [email protected].

Multiple offers Seller’s market means return to competition by buyers

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www.5270DryCreekRoad.com• Perfect getaway home!• Perfect retirement or second home• Sun-drenched patios and knolltop views

• 2BD/2BA main house and2BD/1BA pool house


www.1997CapellValleyRoad.com• Wonderful private setting withmeandering trout streams

• Spacious,open floorplan allows foreasy entertaining

• Wonderful gateway just 20 minutesfrom Silverdo TrailOffered at $1,149,000

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6468 Washington St. #164, Yountville• Gorgeous newer home with manyupgrades

• Beautiful Birch hardwood floorsand spacious 9 foot ceilings

• Kitchen w/wonderful Oak cabinetsand a peninsula counterOffered at $207,000

6468 Washington St. #11, Yountville• Spacious open home in desirableRancho de Napa

• Large great room with breakfast/dining area

• Close to Yountville’s shoppingand diningOffered at $225,000

6468 Washington St. #233, Yountville• Located in desirable Rancho deNapa

• Features open family room andkitchen

• Deckoffmastersuitewithmountainand vineyard viewsOffered at $215,000

100 Wall Rd., Napa• Unique parcel in Mayacamas Mtn.Range

• Towering trees, picturesqueboulders

• Seasonal creek, year roundartesian spring

• 2 potential building sitesOffered at $285,000

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www.805CapitolaDr.com• Amazing setting on over 2 acres• Includes pond fed by an Artisanalspring

• Huge outbuilding for workshopor storage areaOffered at $1,195,000

114 Vineyard Cir., Yountville

• Great 2BD/2BA Yountville condo• Blocks from all great restaurantsand shops

• Views of vineyard and hillsOffered at $565,000

www.3454WestminsterCt.com• Elegant custom 4BD/3BA home incustom neighborhood

• Family room, formal dining room,spacious master suite covered deck

• Nearly an acre level lot, vineyard view,covered deck, remodeled kitchenOffered at $1,149,000

www.1440CrestmontDr.com• Gated entry with unparalleledviews

• Stunning great room with statelyfireplace

• Spacious apartment, wine cellar,guest house, gorgeous patioOffered at $2,850,000

www.16MarsalaWay.com• Gorgeous home in North Napa• Stainless steel appliances andbeautiful wood cabinets

• Master Suitew/generous sitting room,beautiful bathroom, his/hers closetsOffered at $1,098,000

www.1480ZinfandelLane.com• Enjoy a quiet glass of wineoverlooking your vineyards

• Massive Guest Suite above thewine cellar and garage

• Located on prestigious WestZinfandel LaneOffered at $3,950,000



2425 Soda Canyon Road, Napa• Some of the most spectacularviews to San Francisco

• Live in the existing guest housewhile building your dreamhome

• Includes a private road,electricity, septic & wellsOffered at $2,400,000

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www.3747BeartoothLane.com

• Stunning Hidden Hills home• Huge lot with views to the Cityof Napa

• High end materials andimpeccable workmanshipOffered at $1,650,000

www.6556DryCreekRd.com

• Family compound on over 26 acres

• Expansive lawn and pool area with spectacular views

• Complete with main house, guest house and two

adorable cabins


www.1TallentLn.com• Beautiful custom Craftsmanjust blocks from shopping anddining

• Wonderful views of vineyardsand eastern hills

• Kitchen has been upgraded withgranite countertops and newappliancesOffered at $1,395,000

www.1415FoothillBlvd.com

• Absolutely charming Victorian• Main house features six unique beds/baths• 2 bedroom carriage house makes a charmingguest house

• Current B&B licenseOffered at $2,595,000

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www.1480SouthWhitehallLane.com

• 2BD/2BA main house with

plans for build out

• 2BD/2BA guest cottage

• Full bocce court, swimming

pool and jacuzzi

• Planted with 1,000 vines and

90+ mature olive trees

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• Enjoy sweeping Bay area and

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• Fabulous knoll top vineyard

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• 9 acre vineyard (Cab. Sauv.

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• 5 bedrooms plus guest house

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Belissimo Vineyard EstateExperience the ultimate wine country vineyard estate. This gorgeous home is nestled on a knoll top surrounded by rolling hills of prime vineyards,producing highly sought after fruit. A private setting, with the feel of seclusion, yet minutes from town. The property consists of a main house, twoguest houses, a pool house, four rentals and 70 acres of prime vineyards. The main house features massive glass doors that open up to sweepingviews across the pool and the rolling vineyards beyond. Decorated in appointments of rustic elegance, this is the perfect choice for a quiet eveningand your favorite glass of wine, or to host a spectacular event that your guests will never forget. Located just minutes from the charming city of

Calistoga, Belissimo Vineyards is a world class property worthy of consideration by those seeking the finest in the wine country lifestyle.


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ST. HELENAREAL ESTATENapa Valley · Sonoma

(707) 967-95701346 Main Street

St. Helena, CA 94574

CLASSIC FRENCH COUNTRYVineyard view estate situated on 1.05 ± acres. Features a 3 Bedmain residence, attached guest quarters, pool, pool house & bocce

Offered at $5,395,000Barry Berkowitz(707) 529-7406

NAPA VALLEY GARDEN ESTATEMajestic Napa Valley garden estate on a 5.25 ± acres. Cape Codstyle 3 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath Farmhouse plus 2 Bed guest quarters.

Offered at $2,950,000Gail Morgan Lane(707) 291-0156

NAPA CONTEMPORARY FARMHOUSESophisticated yet casual farmhouse located near Silverado Country

Club. 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath home with separate Guest House.

Offered at $2,750,000Jacqueline Wessel(707) 738-7338

ST. HELENA PIED-A-TERRELovingly restored & updated 3 Bed / 2 Bath vintage home. Openfloor plan with detached game room / studio. Great Location!

Offered at $1,395,000Barry Berkowitz / Jacqueline Wessel(707) 529-7406 (707) 738-7338

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LUXURY ESTATE HOME & VINEYARDSpectacular 5 Bedroom estate on 5.25 ± acres. Features 2 ± acrePetite Syrah Vineyard and incredible amenities throughout.

Offered at $7,495,000Barry Berkowitz / Jacqueline Wessel(707) 529-7406 (707) 738-7338

WINERY ESTATE & VINEYARDWinery, vineyard and Mediterranean residence in the Atlas PeakAppellation. 10 ± acres planted with 8,000 gallon winery permit.

Offered at $5,975,000Gail Morgan Lane / Claudine Perret

(707) 291-0156

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Marilyn McCoul, [email protected](707) 942-6225(707) 942-6225

Wine Country Specialists for Over 50 Years1705 Washington Street, Suite J, Calistoga, CA • CalBRE #00232437 • Fax: 707-942-6332

CALISTOGA COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT SITELocated within the downtown businesshub and in close proximity to the CalistogaDepot. This parcel is 1.14 acre with 2 metalwarehouse/storage buildings with water and sewer.Zoning is Community Commercial Design DistrictOverlay.


CALISTOGA EMERALD DRIVE LOTThis available lot is the largest in the Centre Court

seventeen lot development, which is a gated private

street with newer custom homes. All utilities to the

curb. Buy now to build your dream home!

Offered at $397,000

ON THE GREEN!This well maintained, spacious home is located in a parklikesetting in Chateau Calistoga, a 55+ community. It featuresmany recent upgrades: laminate wood and tile flooring,double pane windows, newer HVAC, newer interior paint,brand new built-in oven. Open and airy kitchen with a largegreat room. 1536 +/- sq. ft. 2BD/2BA. YOU WILL LOVETHIS PLACE! GREAT LOCATION WITH VIEWS!

Offered at $112,000

ONE OF THE NICEST STREETS IN CALISTOGA!Beautiful oak studded 1/3+ acre estate lot(16,000+ SF) with privacy and views in a quietcul-de-sac. There is a water well in addition to citywater. Maggie Avenue is a no traffic residentialstreet! ONE OF A KIND LOT IN CALISTOGA!

Offered at $505,000

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Welcome Home to Cedar Gables InnA luxurious 10,000 square foot Napa Valley Bed and Breakfast mansion, where enchantment, romance and history await you. Knownas one of the Big 4 Napa mansions, Cedar Gables was designed by famed architect Ernest Coxhead in the Shakespearean style. It is wellknown for its elegant dining room with hand cut lead crystal chandeliers, Old English Tavern with a massive fireplace, period detailsand grand and secret staircases. It offers nine uniquely decorated guest rooms with beautiful antiques. The rooms include queen or kingbeds, private baths, some with fireplaces and two person whirlpool tubs. There is also the State of the Art Culinary kitchen. Come, dareto dream what you could make possible!


Enchanting Wine Country EstateTucked Away on 5.8 acres behind iron gates in the heart of Napa Valley, this is a home boasting superior detail and finishes. Completewith inviting outdoor spaces for the ultimate in Wine Country Living, a stone entry welcomes you to this enchanting single level farmhouse surrounded by 4.2 acres of Cabernet vines. Featuring hand troweled finishes, solid core doors, skylights, wine cellar and crownmoldings. French doors lead to the stone terrace surrounding the sparkling pool and expansive gardens for seamless indoor and outdoorliving. Abundant privacy and yet easy access to the best food and wine in the world, this is truly an oasis of relaxed wine country living.


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Room with a View Custom 3BD/3BA design for easy livingin the Wine Country. Enjoy the morning sunrise over themountains in the east and city lights at night. Sunsets in thewest with no rear neighbors. Nature abounds! Open floor planwith lots of hardwood flooring and fireplaces in both livingroom and separate family room. Offered at $849,000

Beautiful Single Level St. Helena 3BD/2BA home. WonderfulWest Side location. Perfect for entertaining. Hardwood floors,living room fireplace and wine closet. New master bath withshower and tub, 2 separate vanities and walk-in closet withbuilt-in storage. In-ground pool and outdoor kitchen w/fridge,BBQ and patio dining. You’ll never want to leave home!

Offered at $998,000

Delightful East Side Country Home Offering ample space for avariety of lifestyle needs. Open and spacious living areas plusinviting outdoor entertainment area for summer enjoymentcomplete with pool and garden. Master bedroom w/Frenchdoors opening to deck and pool. Additional office/workshop.

Offered at $869,500

Historic Farmhouse in the Napa Valley Abundant privacy andyet close to all of the Wine Country! Beautifully remodeled andmeticulously maintained. Extensive use of French doors andskylights.Wrap around porch is ideal for summer relaxation andleads you to inviting outdoor spaces with pool, hot tub, outdoorkitchen and raised garden beds. You will love the spaciousnessand timeless beauty of this property. Offered at $995,000

Yes, a 5 Bedroom Home on Over .25 acre! A beautifully updatedchef’s kitchen that opens to the spacious family room and the parklikeoutdoorareaperfect for summerentertaining.Features include2 fireplaces, master retreat with updated bath and mirrored closetdoors. Downstairs BD & BA. Formal living room and familyroom, semi-formal dining room, and plantation shutters.

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Opportunity is Knocking! Great Browns Valley location alonga tranquil tree lined street. You could have this as your newaddress in Browns Valley. Spacious tri-level 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathhome on a large lot with your very own redwood grove. Bringyour checkbook and your imagination. You won’t be sorry!

Offered at $569,900

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You Won’t Want to LeaveSitting atop the knoll of this 10 acre parcel with sweeping views across the Valley to San Francisco, this beautiful recent remodel offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths,(2 en suite) large open greatroom kitchen and attached 2 car garage. A wrap around deck provides al fresco dining space and a fairly flat meadow providespossibilities for a barn, pool, guest house etc.

Recently Reduced to $1,750,000

Vacation At HomeBeautiful, spacious 4090 sf home with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths plus au pair quarters on a lush, landscaped acre+ near Silverado CC. Great amenities like a sound systeminside & out, large deck, Pebble Tec pool & spa, gorgeous vineyard views in 2 directions thru huge picture windows, spacious greatroom/kitchen, rec room, library,media room, wine cellar, 2 wells for home & garden, gorgeous tile & hardwood floors, child’s play area, even a chicken coop for fresh eggs! A place to call home.


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Modern architecture meets old world craftsmanship in this one-of-a-kind Josh & Pat Chandlercustom-built home in a private gated community. Featured on HGTV, this stunning Napa homeexudes contemporary design complemented by warm traditional European elements, includingreclaimed materials and hand-troweled plaster walls. Virtually every room enjoys beautifulnature views. The expansive layout and many outdoor spaces assure seamless entertaining.


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cute, cute & charming with capital c’s! 1 bedroom+ Den/sunroom. this is a gem inside and out.a couple of blocks from downtown napa!$425,000

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bring your contractor and imagination to restore the 1861thomas Earl house. this Grande Dame is set on approx.

1/3 acre, has over 3200 sF of living space w/ an upstairs aupair or in-law area. now is the chance to own history and

then make your own.$949,000

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set in an idyllic location at the top of soda canyon road, hummingbird haven Estate is nestled amid picturesque greeneryon 2.5 acres. both the expansive 3 bedroom 2.5 bath split-level main home and 3 bedroom 1 bath in-law suite/rentalhome offers comfortable living and entertaining space enhanced by stunning vineyard and mountain views. $1,185,000

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3672Willis Drive, NapaEast Bel Aire 4 bedroom home that backs up toVintage Farms. No rear neighbors! Nicely redonewith dual pane windows, kitchen cabinets witheasy close doors and wood floors in the kitchenand dining area. Both baths have been upgradedand there is new carpet and paint throughoutthe interior. Spacious back yard and deck. Don’tmiss out! Offered at $529,000

581 Chaucer Lane,American CanyonDiamond in the rough. Needs somework inside but is in overall goodshape. Close to transportation and nearSafeway. Nice yard. Really good bones!Roof inspection has been completedand Pest report will be completed thisweek. Offered at $439,000

2286 3rd Street, NapaDon’t miss this Rare opportunity to build the Vacation Homeof your Dreams located in the Heart of Old Town Napa.Nestled between a lovely Victorian and Craftsman, with asmall park-like setting across the street, this lot is locatedamong historical homes on one of Napa Valley’s Old Townstreets. Comes with full set of plans to build Ultra Modernhome (approved 1995), OR bring your Architect and build theHome of Your Dreams!! Offered at $260,000

2260 First Street, NapaDowntown Napa Remodel. Absolutelyeverything has been done in this stunningdowntown Napa 1930’s home. Over2,600 sq. ft of living space on a generouslot with a two car garage, storage buildingand greenhouse. Downstairs masterbedroom. Don’t miss out on owning inDowntown Napa! Call for Price

3136 Hyde Park Drive, NapaNorth Napa Location. 4 bedroom /3 bath home on a wonderful streetin north Napa. Close to schools,shopping and everything the NapaValley has to offer. If you’re lookingfor a great place to call home, thenthis is the home for you!

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10 Montecito Blvd., NapaSituated in sought after ALTA HEIGHTS,first time on the market since initialpurchase. This home has been truly lovedand cared for. Features sunken living room,fantastic inviting patio, 2 bdrm/1 bath.Great living environment, great schools.Solid and well placed home for comfort ofliving. Priced at $562,000

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1123 Mountain View Circle, BrownsValleyTri-Level. Premium setting with a backyard readyfor summer fun including a built-in pool, spa andnewly landscaped terraced gardens. Hardwoodfloors, vaulted ceilings and a remodeled kitchen witha Viking range. Family Room with gas fireplace thatopens to the the pool/spa. All 3 bathrooms have beenupdated and there is even a downstairs bed/bath witha separate entrance. Close to Browns Valley School.Move in Ready! Offered at $765,000

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The big move—it should be in a l l - c ap s and announced with a deep,

authoritative voice. THE BIG MOVE. And it’s coming to your family soon. It might be from one house to another across town, or it might involve crossing many state lines. No matter the distance, amount of belongings or number of people, your big move is going to be a big deal.

There are ways to plan for your move so the big event doesn’t over-whelm you. Here are five moving tips from Penske Truck Rental, which has been helping customers complete their big moves for more than 40 years.

1 Less is better—The less you have to move, the easier your move will be on your body

and your wallet. It will also be eas-ier to fit everything into your new house. While packing, create three

piles. The first is your “must-go” pile. The second is your “must-sell” pile, which includes anything you haven’t used in the last year, anything you have multiples of and anything you just don’t want any more. The third is the “must-throw” pile, and it contains any-thing that can’t be sold at a garage sale or donated. Start creating these piles now, and it will make moving day much easier.

2 Stock up on supplies—Big boxes might seem like a great idea because they

can hold so much stuff, but what happens when you try to lift one and carry it down a flight of steps? Stock up on boxes of mul-tiple sizes, but keep in mind that smaller is much easier to carry. Also stock up on foam and bubble wrap to protect your fragile items, a good supply of packing tape and bold markers for labeling boxes.

You’ll also want to have moving blankets and hand trucks to make it easier to transport your items.

3 Rent a truck—One trip makes the big move simple, even if you’re just moving

across town. Penske Truck Rental guarantees a truck for every reser-vation. Most movers find the 12- or 16-foot truck perfect for moving a few large items or the contents of a small condo or apartment. For guidance with larger moves or with your truck selection, visit www.PenskeTruckRental.com.

4 Pack smart—Load the heaviest items on the truck first. When you’ve got a

sturdy base of the heaviest items, you can start stacking on top. This is when it’s handy to list a box’s contents on its side. If you have friends and family helping, they’ll know not to set books on top of your china.

5 Safety and security—Trucks are taller, wider, heavier and require more stopping dis-

tance than the vehicle you are used to driving. Take extra precaution, especially when the truck is loaded. Watch out for low-hanging tree branches and building overhangs, and use extra caution when cor-nering. To protect your belongings, park in well-lit areas and padlock the rear door. To make sure you’ve got everything you need on moving day, create a travel bag for keeping important paperwork, credit cards, identification, a change of clothes, drinks and snacks close at hand. For a complete list of moving tips, visit www.PenskeTruckRental.com.

As you cross days off on the cal-endar and the big day approaches, these tips will help you sail through the event with few conflicts. Before you know it, you’ll be settled in your new home.

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CONTEMPORARY FARMHOUSECustom Built Farmhouse with 5 Bdrms & Office. Private Setting on .70 Acre.

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with Counter Seating & Informal Dining. Howard Backen Style Retractable Doors

Open to a Resort-Like Back Yard with Solar Heated Pool/Spa, Outdoor Kitchen

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Perfect for Guests or In-Law! $1,895,000

CONTEMPORARY MODERN HOMEContemporary Mid Century Modern Home Located WalkingDistance to Highly Desirable Downtown Napa. This EichlerInspired Home Offers 3 Bdrms Plus a Studio with HalfBath Perfect for Guests or an Office. Zen-Like Feel with anAbundance of Natural Light and a Floor Plan that FlowsSeamlessly from Indoors Out. Spacious Outdoor EntertainingArea with Pool and Water Feature. $795,000

ESTATE BUILDING SITEUnique 20+ Acre Estate in the Coombsville AVA. Fabulousviews of the valley. Plantable acreage with excellent watersupply -well tested at 85 gpm, new permit for another. 14-stalland 4-stall horse barns, beautiful indoor and outdoor arenas,water tower guest house, and 3BR/2BA caretaker’s quarters.Build your dream home while residing in the newly remodeled2,500 sf. apartment above the barn. $4,950,000

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Custom Built Home Nestled in the Trees in a Private SettingClose to Town. Well Designed with an Abundance of Windows& French Doors to Capture the Stunning Views. Peaceful,Serene & Zen-Like Feel Throughout with Lots of NaturalLight. Spacious Bedrooms Including a Luxurious Master withFireplace, Spa-Like Bath & a Retreat Perfect for an Office orNursery. Detached Garage with View Deck & a Hobby Barn!

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Spectacular and rare gated 11 +/- acre knoll-top vineyard estatein Napa Valley’s most coveted location. A treasure of understatedelegance and relaxed luxury. Exquisite newly-constructed homerepresents the finest in design, materials & craftsmanship. Dazzlinggrounds w/5 +/- acres of premium Cab. Sauv. vineyard. 1.5 +/-acre lake w/dock, stunning landscaping w/mature trees, lavender& much more. Worthy of possible winery venture. Magnificent!

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Spacious Single Level Main House. 1200 Sq Ft 1BD/1BA Pool Housewith Full Kitchen. Enjoy the Ultimate in Indoor/Outdoor Living. 5Sets of French Doors Open from the Main House & Lanai DoorsRetract Open from the Pool House to a Large Outdoor EntertainingArea with an Outdoor Kitchen, Pool, Spa with Water Feature,Fireplace, Jack Chandler Landscaping. Temperature Controlled WineCellar/Storage. $2,900,000

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At one point, Hatton said he’d risk a heart attack just to get one bid up to the next level.

As a result, there were a number of steals — vineyard tours, accom-modations, meals and more for a Napa Valley stay along with wine from Napa Valley Grapegrowers went for $40,000; a Las Vegas experience for two couples offered by Charles Krug Winery saw a top bid of $50,000; plus the Oakville Winegrowers lot of 33 magnums and Festival del Sole VIP passes for three days raised but $60,000.

In addition, the new Flash Lots element of this year’s auction didn’t generate the interest Napa Valley Vintners hoped it would. A total of 10 lots — sold off about midway through the event — were offered at a starting bid of $100,000. If there were no takers, the bid offer dropped at $10,000 a clip until the first paddle went up. One lot went for $80,000 — Jameson Ranch Vineyards’ offer to host two couples at the KAABOO Music Festival in Del Mar — while three weren’t snapped up until the bid offer dropped to $20,000. What had the potential to raise $1 mil-lion instead brought in $360,000.

The $160,000 bid for Bill Har-lan’s Bond lot — a vertical tasting for 10 of all Bond wines (15 vin-tages, comprising 62 wines) fol-lowed by dinner, accommodations at Meadowood Napa Valley and a double magnum for each couple to take home — was yet another bar-gain compared with what bidders paid for Harlan’s wines at previ-ous auctions.

A likewise bargain was the $140,000 paid for the Alpha Omega lot of a first-class trip to New York City for two couples with opening night tickets to the Metropolitan Opera, a backstage toast with soprano Anna Netrebko, plus Chopard jewelry, plus a Napa Valley stay with a chef ’s table dinner at The Restaurant at Meadowood.

However, there was plenty of excitement and willingness to spend big bucks for the top live auction lots of the day. They included:

— Opus One Chair’s Lot, $2.4 million (tripled at $800,000).

— Napa Valley Vintners Fund-A-Need, no amount disclosed.

According to a spokesperson for Napa Valley Vintners, “we made a decision this year not to release spe-cific dollar results on most of the lots.” (David Pearson, Opus One CEO, said the partners — the chil-dren of the late Baroness Philippine de Rothschild and Constellation Brands — each pledged $300,000 to this year’s fund.)

— Raymond Vineyards dinner concert with John Leg-end, $850,000.

— Alejandro Bulgheroni Estate’s invitation for two couples to visit his Napa Valley wine estate as well as wine operations in both Uruguay and Argentina, plus a double magnum of the inaugural 2014 Napa Valley cabernet sauvi-gnon, $600,000 (tripled on bids of $200,000 each).

— Vine Trail bike ride from Napa to Yountville next June offered by 10 vintners, buy-ins were $5,000 each, with a pair of grand marshals paying $95,000 each; total not provided by NVV.

— Screaming Eagle’s 12-liter balthazar of 2012 cabernet sauvignon, $500,000, tying the amount paid for an impe-rial of Screaming Eagle at the 2000 auction.

— Chateau Monte lena, Joseph Phelps Vineyards and Quintessa’s VIP experience for four at next year’s auc-tion, plus tickets to Wine Spectator’s annual magnum party, $360,000.

— Staglin Family Vineyard’s offer to 10 top bidders of a case of 2013 cabernet sauvignon in custom-designed bottles, plus dinner and accommoda-tions at the wine estate, a total of $350,000.

— Dana Estates’ 10-year ver-tical collection of cabernet sauvi-gnon, lodging for three couples and dinner prepared by chef Masaharu Morimoto, $340,000.

— Colgin Cellars’ collection of double magnums of its hard-to-come-by syrah, cabernet and cabernet blend, plus Italian fash-ion from Cucinelli, $320,000.

— Hestan Vineyards’ cruise of the Italian coast — Portofino to Cinque Terre — aboard a pri-vate yacht and dinner for eight at the French Laundry, $320,000.

Other lots of note included a 50-year vertical of sparkling wine from Schramsberg Vineyards. Louisiana’s Red Adams, a regu-lar at the auction over the years, offered $250,000 as a tribute to the late Jamie Davies, who founded the winery with husband Jack a half-century ago. A classmate of Jamie Davies, Adams will get benchmark Schramsberg sparkling wine and Davies red wine selec-tions representing every vintage from 1965 through 2014.

The Robert Mondavi Winery lot brought a top bid of $200,000. It included a blending session with the winemaker and a private label designed by Margrit Mondavi,

four paintings by the widow of the industry icon, a dinner party for eight and a white MINI Cooper convertible like the one Margrit drives.

Vineyard 7 & 8 offered a 2005 Morgan Roadster as part of its lot, along with three dozen bottles of its Spring Mountain cabernet sauvignon, plus accommodations and dinner at the estate. It sold for $190,000.

Trips to Rome, Hong Kong and Las Vegas, along with airfare, accommodations, meals and a piece of Bulgari jewelry were offered by Blackbird Vineyards. That lot was snapped up at $260,000.

A tasting for eight of rare Sha-fer Vineyards vintages, plus dinner and 10 magnums of Shafer Hill-side Select from vintages dating from 1987 brought a top bid of $220,000.

Lokoya’s trip to next year’s Kentucky Derby for four netted $200,000, while Opus One’s first-class trip to Dubai, plus bottles from the 1979 and 1980 vintages, received a top bid of $240,000.

The top 10 lots at this year’s Barrel Auction included, in order, Atelier Melka, Realm Cellars, Mayacamas Vineyards, Shafer Vineyards, The Mascot, Contin-uum Estate, Arkenstone Vineyards, Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery, Larkmead Vineyards and Cardinale.

Scarecrow Wine and Grgich Hills Estate were the top e-auc-tion lots.

Chairing next year’s auction will be Agustin Francisco Huneeus. “Being a second generation to host Auction Napa Valley is a huge honor and a great reminder of the progress we have made in the Napa Valley,” he said, noting his father, Agustin Huneeus, had chaired the charity event two decades ago. “It also underscores the fact that building one of the great wine appellations in the world requires focus and passion, but it also takes time — generations.

“In this spirit, the theme of next year’s Auction Napa Valley 2016 will be ‘Generations,’ celebrating the generations that came before us and gave us our heritage, as well as the generations to come with their own new ideas and passion.”

J.L. Sousa/Register Confetti rains down on a successful high bidder during the live auction portion of Auction Napa Valley on Saturday at Meadowood Napa Valley.


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While the aggregate failed to eclipse prior Napa Valley Vintner

events, many components of the 35th annual Auction Napa Valley did set records, raising a total of $15.8 million for health care and children’s edu-cation locally.

Held in a giant 40-by-60-me-ter enclosed, air-conditioned tent on the fairway at Mead-owood Napa Valley — its home since 1981 — this year’s auction brought in $2.9 million less than last year’s unexpected record. Nevertheless it set records at the barrel auction, which brought in $1.9 million, $200,000 more than last year, and the popu-lar 200-lot e-auction, which raised $612,500 compared with $490,000 in 2014.

The auction chair’s lot — donated by the French and American team at Opus One — provided the successful bidder with a two-week visit to 11 of the most prestigious wine estates in Europe along with a 35-year vertical collection of Opus One magnums. It was initially auc-tioned off for $800,000. But when two additional bidders indicated they would pay a like amount, the Opus One team agreed to host not one but three couples on the European visit. That lot raised $2.4 million, becoming the top grossing lot of all time.

A surprise appearance by Grammy- and Oscar-winning singer/songwriter John Legend brought added excitement to the Saturday afternoon event. Legend collaborated with Ray-mond Vineyards owner Jean-Charles Boisset on a lot that includes a private concert fol-lowing a dinner party for 30 at the vintner’s home on Wappo Hill. His exceptional rendition of the chart-topping “All of

Me,” for which Legend accom-panied himself on the piano, prompted another vintner, Rick Jones, to offer $850,000 for the very special lot. Legend offered to provide a pair of concerts if two bidders were willing to pledge $1 million each. There were no takers. The lot also includes wine from a new joint venture between the artist and the vintner — a cabernet and chardonnay project called LVE.

Whi le sp i r i t ed b idding occurred as some of the lots went on the block, it seemed paddle holders were a bit more circumspect this year. On numerous occasions, auctioneers Fritz Hatton and Humphrey Butler coaxed bidders to raise their paddles or up the ante.

Legendary serenade, record-setting bids highlight Auction Napa Valley

Bob McClenahan photosSome 850 guests, along with vintners, media and Napa Valley Vintners staff and volunteers, filled the huge 60-by-40-meter air-conditioned tent erected on the fairway at Meadowood Resort in St. Helena for last weekend’s Auction Napa Valley 2015. In addition to the usual tables and chairs that ringed the space, a bubble lounge with comfy sofas were also provided for returning bidders.

In a surprise appearance at the 35th annual Auction Napa Valley, Oscar and Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter John Legend performed his hit ballad, “All of Me.” Legend collaborated with Raymond Vineyards owner Jean-Charles Boisset for an auction lot that included a dinner concert for 30 at Boisset’s home on Wappo Hill and some wine from the soon-to-be-launched brand collaboration between artist and vintner.

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