2025 Auction Lots

2 – 3 Liter Colgin Cellars Cariad (1 each: 2005 and 2010)
2 – 3 Liter Colgin Cellars IX Estate (1 each: 2005 and 2010)
2 – 3 Liter Colgin Cellars Tychson Hill (1 each: 2005 and 2010)

Three (3) Parisian nights with Colgin Cellars and LVMH hosted by Proprietors Ann Colgin & Joe Wender for three (3) couples

VIP Meet and Greet, roundtrip airport services with customs assistance
Roundtrip, airport transfers and private ground transportation to all stated activities

Three (3) nights’ accommodations in either the Quintessence Suite or the Ravel Suite at Cheval Blanc Paris
Private guided tour of the art exhibits at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
Rare and exclusive tour of the Christian Dior Atelier, followed by lunch at Le Restaurant Monsieur Dior
Private tour of the recently reopened Notre-Dame including meeting some of the team responsible for rebuilding the cathedral
An afternoon featuring a curated shopping or art experience
Private dinner at the exclusive, invitation only, LVMH Apartment with wines from the LVMH Vins d’Exception group featuring classic vintages from Colgin Cellars and wines from Château Cheval Blanc, Château d’Yquem and Domaine des Lambrays
Exclusive dinner hosted by Ann & Joe at one of their favorite restaurants in Paris, served with a selection of fine wines
Retrospective dining experience at Three Michelin-starred Plénitude, featuring Colgin Cellars wines

Ann Colgin needs no introduction to attendees of the Festival. In addition to being a founding vintner and Honorary Trustee, she served as auctioneer for the first 12 years. She is the founder of Colgin Cellars and, along with her husband Joe Wender, is deeply involved with philanthropic causes around the world.

The winning bidders’ party of six will spend three days in Paris with Ann and Joe, seeing aspects of the city normally off limits to tourists. From art and culture to outstanding food and wine, it will be the experience of a lifetime.

The dream begins at one of the Apartments at Cheval Blanc Paris, the ultimate in Parisian chic. The winning bidders will enjoy the ultimate in luxury in either the Quintessence Suite or the Ravel Suite. A team of dedicated butlers will provide attentive, 24/7 service and cater to whims you may not even know you had. The city is literally at your feet, with stunning views of the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Coeur.

In addition to her career as an influential vintner, Ann is a fervent supporter of the arts. Your party will have a private tour of the Louis Vuitton Fondation, housed on the outskirts of the Bois de Boulogne; the rotating exhibits include cutting-edge contemporary painting, sculpture and music. You’ll also have a privileged view of the rebuilt Notre-Dame Cathedral, damaged by fire in 2019, with an insider’s view of the restoration efforts.

The art of fashion won’t be neglected, either: your group will have an exclusive tour of Christian Dior Atelier on Avenue Montaigne, commemorating over 75 years of haute couture history. At lunch, the cuisine will be enhanced by Dior Maison collections dedicated to the art of the table.

You’ll experience the pinnacle of the culinary arts at Plénitude, awarded Three Michelin Stars under the direction of Chef Arnaud Donckele. As a saucier, Donckele exhibits the precision of a parfumier, creating a complex aromatic universe surrounding each dish. Dinner will be accompanied by the wines of Colgin Cellars.

The gastronomic experience will continue during a private dinner in the LVMH Apartment highlighted by the LVMH Vins d’Exception. You’ll sample some of the world’s greatest wine estates: Château Cheval Blanc, Château d’Yquem, Domaine des Lambrays and library vintages from Colgin Cellars.

Another truly special experience will be your view of Parisian cooking through the eyes of Ann and Joe. You’ll enjoy an enchanting dinner with them at one of their favorite restaurants while they serve a selection of their favorite wines.

In addition, the winning bidders will receive Three Liter bottles of some of the exceptional Colgin wines from the 2005 and 2010 vintages: Cariad, made from vineyards on rocky hillsides overlooking the heart of Napa Valley; Tychson Hill, a historic jewel box vineyard north of the town of St. Helena; and IX Estate, a blend sourced from steep east-facing slopes in the Pritchard Hill area.

The memories of this trip will resonate for the rest of your life, but the real challenge will be matching the donors’ generosity with your generosity for our underserved children.

Insider's Info

This lot is for three (3) couples. The trip will be hosted by Ann Colgin & Joe Wender. Blackout dates include September 14-31, 2025. Visit to be scheduled for mutually agreeable dates and based on availability. Airfare is not included. Accommodations at Cheval Blanc Paris will be in either the Quintessence Suite, Ravel Suite or similar accommodation based on availability. Meals are only included as stated above and served with non-alcoholic beverages and select wines. Any additional meals, alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beverages are not included. All incidental charges are at the expense of the winning bidders. Gratuities for stated dinners are included. Additional gratuities are the responsibility of the winning bidders.

Donor

Colgin Cellars and LVMH