2023 Auction Lots

12 – 750ml bottles of assorted wines from Cliff Lede Vineyards and FEL

Peaceful retreat for one (1) month to the vineyards of Napa for two (2) couples

Thirty (30) nights’ accommodations at Cliff Lede’s Beautiful Day estate for two (2) couples
One (1) dinner hosted by Cliff Lede in his home for two (2) couples plus four (4) additional guests
One (1) dinner with paired wines at the Three Michelin-starred The French Laundry for two (2) couples
Hot air balloon ride over Napa for four (4) individuals
Weekly massage for two (2) individuals at the Beautiful Day estate
One (1) 2023 Aston Martin DBX SUV vehicle to drive for up to fourteen (14) days

Beautiful Day estate features:
Four (4) bedrooms with one (1) Master King bedroom with ensuite, one (1) Queen bedroom with ensuite and two (2) Queen bedrooms with a combined Jack and Jill bath
Contemporary kitchen with adjacent dining room, elegant office, living room with a fireplace and provisioned with the above listed 12 bottles of wines from Cliff Lede Vineyards and FEL
Wooden deck with lounging space, heated pool, hot tub and lounge furniture with views of the vineyard and mountain vistas

Wine lovers who visit the Napa Valley know that the only disappointing part of their trip is that moment when they must leave after a few days or a week.

If you yearn to immerse yourself in the Napa lifestyle and live like a local, then this lot is for you. The winning bidders will be able to spend 30 nights in a luxurious home situated in the midst of the Calistoga winegrowing appellation, close to everything that makes Napa special.

Your residence for one month will be Beautiful Day, a gated, private oasis where relaxation and indulgent living thrive. The luxury ranch is ideally located only 30 minutes from the city of Santa Rosa and its small but convenient commuter airport. Set in the foothills of the famed Diamond Mountain, this 3,200 square-foot contemporary ranch house is nestled within 20 acres of vines. While private and secluded, the home is only a short drive to the best restaurants and world-class wineries in Napa Valley. Guests can easily explore the nearby shops in St. Helena, the historic town of Calistoga or relax by the pool or fireplace at the estate. The winning couples will also have exclusive use of a 2023 Aston Martin DBX SUV for two weeks to explore around town.

The custom home offers a generous open floor plan designed for entertaining, with a newly remodeled chef’s kitchen as the focal point. An accordion wall of glass opens to the lavender meadow with its breathtaking heated pool and spa. The four bedrooms and three and one-half baths include a Master King with vineyard views and three Queen Rooms. There is also an office for those who need to check in with work remotely.  A separate living room, complete with fireplace, boasts a lovely wood farm table that seats up to ten.

Cliff Lede will host you for a private dinner at his home during your stay, and your residence will be stocked with a full case of Cliff Lede and FEL wines. Two people each week will receive a massage at the Beautiful Day estate, and you’ll soar high above the Napa Valley on a hot air balloon ride.

When you get tired of cooking for yourself, indulge in one of America’s finest restaurants: The French Laundry in Yountville. Since 1994, Chef Thomas Keller has served refined, classic French cuisine with California influences; the menu, which changes daily, is based on the best ingredients obtained from local farmers, fishermen and foragers. The restaurant has held the ultimate accolade of Three Michelin Stars since 2007 and is the recipient of the Wine Spectator “Grand Award” for its wine cellar. One of the hardest reservations in the country to attain, a meal at The French Laundry is an unforgettable experience. The winning bidders’ party of four will savor a multi-course tasting menu with wine pairings.

This exceptional lot is an opportunity to live in Napa like a local, rather than a tourist, and take advantage of everything the wine country lifestyle has to offer. The right bid is all it takes to make it yours!

Insider's Info

Airfare to California and ground transportation is not included and is the responsibility of the winning bidders. This auction lot is for a maximum stay of thirty (30) nights at Cliff Lede’s Beautiful Day estate and must be taken consecutively. Before arrival, the home will be provisioned with a mix of the above stated 12 bottles of wine from Cliff Lede Vineyards and FEL. Dinner with Cliff Lede at his home is for the winning couples and they can invite four (4) additional guests to join them at dinner that night if they have friends in the Napa area. Dinner at The French Laundry is the winners’ choice of chef’s tasting menu or vegetable tasting menu with four wine accompaniments, inclusive of service gratuities and tax. Winners must present the certificate upon redemption. Gratuities are not included for any other portion of the trip and are the responsibility of the winning bidders. Only two (2) people each week will receive massages at the Beautiful Day estate. Massages will be 60 or 90 minutes depending on guest preference. Additional massages are at the winning bidders’ expense. Only activities, meals and beverages listed above are included. All additional meals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and activities are at the expense of the winning bidders. Loan of the 2023 Aston Martin DBX SUV must be scheduled for mutually agreeable dates and winner must provide at least 30 days advance notice. Use of the Aston Martin requires the winning bidders have a valid driver’s license, valid automobile insurance, be over the age of 25 and complete a Loaned Vehicle Release provided by Aston Martin.

Donor

Cliff Lede