634 Beringer Private Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Magnum 2015
Containing the tiniest splashes of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this wine has
a deep garnet-purple color and nose of plum preserves, baked blackberries and
cassis with hints of menthol, sandalwood and chocolate box. Full-bodied with
soft, seductive tannins and a lively backbone supporting the generous, ripe, opu-
lent fruit, it has a decadent spiciness and great length.
Robert Parker - 95 points
Donors: Michael and Diane Suzuki
Value: $320
635 Quintessa Red, Rutherford Housed in an Impressive Black Lacquer Box
2016
Brooding and serious right off the bat, this is the wine equivalent of the open-
ing chords of Beethoven's Fifth: Tar, black licorice, camphor, and black plums
with peppercorn. On the palate, its full bounty becomes clear with a deep well
of blackberries, dark baking spices, star anise, scorched earth, and dried
flowers.
Robert Parker - 97 points
Donors: Ted Simpson
Value: $200
636 Belle Glos 'Clark & Telephone' Vineyard Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley
2018
This deep garnet wine has an aromatic medley of black cherry, marion berry,
ripe plum and a hint of anise. Dark fruit on the palate with flavors of wild ber-
ries, caramelized oak and cacao nibs, it is complemented by subtle notes of
vanilla, cedar and a hint of lavender and forest floor. Rich and unrestrained, this
wine's abundant fruit is beautifully balanced by firm acidity and layers of red
and black fruit.
Donors: Holly and Clint Woesner
Value: $50
Wine and Spirits Auction
Main Event 2020
