Sunday, September 25, 2022
Last year, we saw the in-person return of our beloved wine auction for the first time since the pandemic began. This year, we look forward to making a fresh start and welcoming the event back to full capacity.
You can expect an evening of exquisite wine tastings, a wine-paired gourmet dinner, and an exciting live auction of unique experiences and exclusive wine lots all guests have come to know at Soirée du Vin.
Fremont Hills Country Club, Los Altos Hills
Event Schedule
Questions? Email soireeduvin@svintl.org
| 5:00 PM | Welcome |
| Hors d’oeuvres & Wine Tasting | |
| 6:30 PM | Wine-Paired Gourmet Dinner | Menu |
| 6:45 PM | Special Guest Speaker |
| 7:00 PM | Live Auction |
| 8:45 PM | End |
Silicon Valley's Premier Wine Auction
2022 Pouring Vintners
Meet the vintners pouring wine for all guests during the tasting period, and who have generously donated wine experiences to our live auction. Please support their wineries through tasting events or direct wine purchases.
Dylan Stine, Founder of Domaine Dardagny
2022 Special Guest Speaker
As a young child visiting my maternal family in Switzerland I grew up watching my cousins, uncle, and grandpa in admiration as they worked tirelessly on the family vineyards. Lending a hand wherever they’d let me - from riding on the tractor with my grandpa, placing bottles on the assembly line or stacking pallets - I’ve always dreamt of being part of the family tradition and finding my role while being halfway around the world in Oakland.
Domaine Dardagny is an opportunity to contribute to my Swiss family’s legacy and, of equal significance, an opportunity to create our own. Starting with the award-winning wines of my family in Dardagny, Geneva, our goal is to curate a list of the finest wines from producers across all regions of Switzerland to fully represent the diversity of wine produced in this small, beautiful country. I am incredibly excited about what the future holds for Domaine Dardagny and Swiss wine.
2022 Live Auction Lots
The live auction features trips, dinners, and unique experiences, as well as wine lots carefully selected by Soiree du Vin's Steering Committee.
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A Glimpse into the Legacy of Swiss Wine
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A Glimpse into the Legacy of Swiss WineSwitzerland is renowned for its attention to detail and production of superior quality goods such as chocolate and watches—its wine is no different. With a long history of viticulture dating back to 800 BC before the time of the Romans when the Celtics occupied the land, Switzerland's winemaking is its best kept secret!
Immerse yourself in this history with a private tasting hosted by siblings Claude and Francine Ramu of Domaine du Centaure, the estate belonging to the Ramu Family which traces its lineage back to the late 14th century in Dardagny, Switzerland and has been in operation pre-Escalade.
Your hosts have arranged lodging for up to two nights at La Ferme Pittet, a nearby bed and breakfast on a local fruit and animal farm.
Domaine du Centaure is located near the border of France and Switzerland, just 30 minutes west of Geneva. Add this rustic getaway to your next trip to eastern France or Switzerland, and discover what Swiss wine has to offer. -
A Centennial Celebration: SF Opera General Director’s Box
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A Centennial Celebration: SF Opera General Director’s BoxBorn in Italy more than 400 years ago during the Renaissance, opera—a combination of vocal and orchestral music, drama, visual arts and dance—has been inspiring people for ages.You and five guests will have access to the highly coveted General Director’s Box for a performance during the San Francisco Opera’s Centennial Season.Whether you plan to enjoy a classic performance like La Traviata or Madame Butterfly, or plan to attend the world premiere of Antony and Cleopatra, be a part of San Francisco Opera’s history and experience the transformative power of musical storytelling. -
Fine Dining with the Golden State Warriors
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Chase Center Theater Box for 4Watch the Golden State Warriors, reigning NBA Champions, from a Theater Box at the Chase Center. Perched in private balconies, boxes dot the sidelines and are each outfitted with four plush, theater-style seats offering unparalleled views of the court. Just steps away is access to the Theater Box Club, a premium hospitality suite with a 5-star dining experience and bar access, a layout that allows for a seamless transition from the courtside action to deluxe comfort.
Enjoy an expertly crafted multicourse meal prepared fresh from scratch the day of the game, with rotating seasonal menu items. Chat and network with your guests and club members at the upscale bar in this one-of-a-kind experience—only 60 Theater Boxes are available.
From some of the best seats in the house, you will witness the frenzy of the entire arena, all while enjoying the comforts of the suite life. Game time takes on new heights in this culinary experience. Go Warriors! -
ENA Winemakers: A Story of Serendipity and Sustainability
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Private Lunch and Vertical Tasting for 6Eglantine Chauffour and Alberto Bianchi invite you to Mariah Vineyards, an enchanted, cool-climate vineyard atop the exclusive Mendocino Ridge AVA. ENA makes wine on American terroirs with European personalities. She, from Provence Côte d'Azur, grew up surrounded by vines and wines. He, from Milan, could not hold his need of fermenting and delved into brewing. Yes, there are no vineyards in Milan…
Their passion for wine and viticulture took them around the world, experiencing cultures, discovering winemaking techniques and winegrowing practices. After a long search for a cool-climate vineyard to source the Pinot Noir of their dreams, they encountered Mariah Vineyards. ENA works with vineyards farmed under sustainable, organic and/or regenerative principles. Their winemaking is an assertive rather than obstructive approach towards nature.
Enjoy a lunch and tasting of ENA wines at Mariah Vineyards, and immerse yourself into the magic that goes into their winemaking. -
Thomas Fogarty Winery: Tour and Tasting with Tom Fogarty Jr.
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Thomas Fogarty Winery: Tour and Tasting with Tom Fogarty Jr.When you arrive at Thomas Fogarty Winery, you and three guests will be greeted by a spectacular view that looks across Silicon Valley. From there, embark on a tour led by Tom Fogarty Jr to see the beautiful estate and to taste magnificent wine.Fogarty Winery spans 25 acres of Burgundian-style varietals. After decades of fine-tuning and care, the family’s dream of producing high-quality wines that take full advantage of the unique soil and climate of their terroir has become reality.Atop the Mountains on the Northern California coast, the intricate microclimates of the vineyard provide the perfect conditions for Pinot Noir grapes to flourish. You have the exclusive opportunity to taste wines directly from the barrel that perfectly embodies the best characteristics of this unique appellation. Sit down with Tom in the Salon for an afternoon tasting of library wines. -
Clif Family Wine Retreat on Howell Mountain
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Clif Family Wine Retreat on Howell MountainClif Family celebrates wine, food, and adventure in all that they do.
Their story begins with Gary and Kit’s cycling adventures through Italy where long days of cycling would end in leisurely evenings of good wine, food and hospitality. As great lovers of food, wine and adventure, Gary and Kit sought to bring these memorable experiences to their Napa Valley home. Their organic farm and estate vineyards located high atop Howell Mountain and from valley floor in the Oak Knoll District provide a bounty of grapes, olives, fruit, and vegetables to fuel the journey.Howell Mountain is home to a rich tapestry of rolling hills and microclimates that produce some of the best wines in Napa. Nestled on top of this mountain, amid a sprawling five-acres of Cabernet Sauvignon vines, sits the Clif Family’s Cold Springs Estate with a guest house, your home base to an authentic Napa Valley retreat. -
Culinary Tour de France Gourmet Experience
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Wine-paired Gourmet Evening for 8Participate in a unique culinary Tour de France of top vintages during a gourmet tasting evening, where wines will be perfectly matched with gastronomic dishes that will excite your taste buds. Think foie gras, Saint-Jacques scallops, cervelle de canut, mousse au chocolat façon Paul Bocuse, tarte aux pralines, and more!
Wine and gourmet enthusiasts Boris and Véronique Micha will delight your senses with the first stage of the tour in the Champagne region. Your taste buds will then cross the limestone fields of Alsace to reach the famous slopes of Bourgogne before diving into the vineyards of the Rhône Valley. At each stage, a perfectly paired local gourmet specialty will await you. The grand finale of this Tour de France will leave you breathless with a Bordeaux-inspired extravaganza of fine cheeses and a chariot de desserts.
Transport your senses along the wine regions of France and enjoy this culinary ride! -
Wine-paired Fare to Make You a Happy Camper
Full Details
Wine-paired Fare to Make You a Happy CamperTreat yourself and five friends to an exquisite meal featuring a 4-course seasonal menu hand-crafted by Chef Greg Kuzia-Carmel at Camper in Menlo Park. Your meal will be paired with incredible wines provided by our knowledgeable wine connoisseurs—and INTL parents—Christophe Mallard and Samantha Wang.Chef Greg has sharpened his skills over the course of his impressive career working in top-tier restaurants across the world, such as the famous Mugaritz in Spain, as well as Per Se in NYC and Quince in SF. Now, his focus is on Camper, his very own restaurant named for the notion of his customers leaving as “happy campers,” and it earns the name. Chef Greg immerses you in his philosophy that food is for sharing, food is for friends. -
Estate Tasting at Ridge Vineyards
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2017 Monte Bello (3L) + Estate Tasting for 6
Ridge has pioneered single-vineyard wine making since 1962, and at either the Monte Bello or Lytton Springs locations, you will have the opportunity to experience the estate wines known throughout the world for their excellence and distinctive sense of place.
In addition, you will take home a double magnum (3L) bottle of the impeccable 2017 Monte Bello Cabernet. With a specimen this rare, it may be difficult for wine collectors to decide whether to leave the bottle unopened in their cellar or drink it upon maturity. In fact, winemaker notes of the 2017 Monte Bello says, “A vintage that can be laid down for a good 50 years, I spent a year searching for the perfect cork to give us that ability to hold the wine for that much time.”
Treat your friends and family to an estate tasting, and add one of the best Monte Bello vintages to your cellar. -
A Delight from the Santa Cruz Mountains
Full Details
A Delight from the Santa Cruz MountainsHouse Family Vineyards planted the first seeds on their 73-acre Saratoga property in 1998, and launched their winemaking program with world-renowned winemaker Jeffrey Patterson of Mount Eden Vineyards. They then spent years lab testing soil samples and analyzing weather data before selecting the perfect varietals. Today, the Cabernet Sauvignon is their primary crop that the family produces.Their winemaking philosophy is extremely low touch as they believe that minimizing the amount of intervention will benefit the wine’s quality, only enhancing the flavors of their Cabernet Sauvignon by blending with complimentary varietals.
With the Cabernet Sauvignon being one of the world’s most acclaimed red wines, you will not want to miss the chance to get your hands on this special vertical and add years 2011, 2012, and 2013 to your collection!
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A Glimpse into the Legacy of Swiss Wine
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A Glimpse into the Legacy of Swiss WineSwitzerland is renowned for its attention to detail and production of superior quality goods such as chocolate and watches—its wine is no different. With a long history of viticulture dating back to 800 BC before the time of the Romans when the Celtics occupied the land, Switzerland's winemaking is its best kept secret!
Immerse yourself in this history with a private tasting hosted by siblings Claude and Francine Ramu of Domaine du Centaure, the estate belonging to the Ramu Family which traces its lineage back to the late 14th century in Dardagny, Switzerland and has been in operation pre-Escalade.
Your hosts have arranged lodging for up to two nights at La Ferme Pittet, a nearby bed and breakfast on a local fruit and animal farm.
Domaine du Centaure is located near the border of France and Switzerland, just 30 minutes west of Geneva. Add this rustic getaway to your next trip to eastern France or Switzerland, and discover what Swiss wine has to offer. -
A Centennial Celebration: SF Opera General Director’s Box
Read More
A Centennial Celebration: SF Opera General Director’s BoxBorn in Italy more than 400 years ago during the Renaissance, opera—a combination of vocal and orchestral music, drama, visual arts and dance—has been inspiring people for ages.You and five guests will have access to the highly coveted General Director’s Box for a performance during the San Francisco Opera’s Centennial Season.Whether you plan to enjoy a classic performance like La Traviata or Madame Butterfly, or plan to attend the world premiere of Antony and Cleopatra, be a part of San Francisco Opera’s history and experience the transformative power of musical storytelling. -
Fine Dining with the Golden State Warriors
Read More
Chase Center Theater Box for 4Watch the Golden State Warriors, reigning NBA Champions, from a Theater Box at the Chase Center. Perched in private balconies, boxes dot the sidelines and are each outfitted with four plush, theater-style seats offering unparalleled views of the court. Just steps away is access to the Theater Box Club, a premium hospitality suite with a 5-star dining experience and bar access, a layout that allows for a seamless transition from the courtside action to deluxe comfort.
Enjoy an expertly crafted multicourse meal prepared fresh from scratch the day of the game, with rotating seasonal menu items. Chat and network with your guests and club members at the upscale bar in this one-of-a-kind experience—only 60 Theater Boxes are available.
From some of the best seats in the house, you will witness the frenzy of the entire arena, all while enjoying the comforts of the suite life. Game time takes on new heights in this culinary experience. Go Warriors! -
ENA Winemakers: A Story of Serendipity and Sustainability
Read More
Private Lunch and Vertical Tasting for 6Eglantine Chauffour and Alberto Bianchi invite you to Mariah Vineyards, an enchanted, cool-climate vineyard atop the exclusive Mendocino Ridge AVA. ENA makes wine on American terroirs with European personalities. She, from Provence Côte d'Azur, grew up surrounded by vines and wines. He, from Milan, could not hold his need of fermenting and delved into brewing. Yes, there are no vineyards in Milan…
Their passion for wine and viticulture took them around the world, experiencing cultures, discovering winemaking techniques and winegrowing practices. After a long search for a cool-climate vineyard to source the Pinot Noir of their dreams, they encountered Mariah Vineyards. ENA works with vineyards farmed under sustainable, organic and/or regenerative principles. Their winemaking is an assertive rather than obstructive approach towards nature.
Enjoy a lunch and tasting of ENA wines at Mariah Vineyards, and immerse yourself into the magic that goes into their winemaking. -
Thomas Fogarty Winery: Tour and Tasting with Tom Fogarty Jr.
Read More
Thomas Fogarty Winery: Tour and Tasting with Tom Fogarty Jr.When you arrive at Thomas Fogarty Winery, you and three guests will be greeted by a spectacular view that looks across Silicon Valley. From there, embark on a tour led by Tom Fogarty Jr to see the beautiful estate and to taste magnificent wine.Fogarty Winery spans 25 acres of Burgundian-style varietals. After decades of fine-tuning and care, the family’s dream of producing high-quality wines that take full advantage of the unique soil and climate of their terroir has become reality.Atop the Mountains on the Northern California coast, the intricate microclimates of the vineyard provide the perfect conditions for Pinot Noir grapes to flourish. You have the exclusive opportunity to taste wines directly from the barrel that perfectly embodies the best characteristics of this unique appellation. Sit down with Tom in the Salon for an afternoon tasting of library wines. -
Clif Family Wine Retreat on Howell Mountain
Read More
Clif Family Wine Retreat on Howell MountainClif Family celebrates wine, food, and adventure in all that they do.
Their story begins with Gary and Kit’s cycling adventures through Italy where long days of cycling would end in leisurely evenings of good wine, food and hospitality. As great lovers of food, wine and adventure, Gary and Kit sought to bring these memorable experiences to their Napa Valley home. Their organic farm and estate vineyards located high atop Howell Mountain and from valley floor in the Oak Knoll District provide a bounty of grapes, olives, fruit, and vegetables to fuel the journey.Howell Mountain is home to a rich tapestry of rolling hills and microclimates that produce some of the best wines in Napa. Nestled on top of this mountain, amid a sprawling five-acres of Cabernet Sauvignon vines, sits the Clif Family’s Cold Springs Estate with a guest house, your home base to an authentic Napa Valley retreat. -
Culinary Tour de France Gourmet Experience
Read More
Wine-paired Gourmet Evening for 8Participate in a unique culinary Tour de France of top vintages during a gourmet tasting evening, where wines will be perfectly matched with gastronomic dishes that will excite your taste buds. Think foie gras, Saint-Jacques scallops, cervelle de canut, mousse au chocolat façon Paul Bocuse, tarte aux pralines, and more!
Wine and gourmet enthusiasts Boris and Véronique Micha will delight your senses with the first stage of the tour in the Champagne region. Your taste buds will then cross the limestone fields of Alsace to reach the famous slopes of Bourgogne before diving into the vineyards of the Rhône Valley. At each stage, a perfectly paired local gourmet specialty will await you. The grand finale of this Tour de France will leave you breathless with a Bordeaux-inspired extravaganza of fine cheeses and a chariot de desserts.
Transport your senses along the wine regions of France and enjoy this culinary ride! -
Wine-paired Fare to Make You a Happy Camper
Read More
Wine-paired Fare to Make You a Happy CamperTreat yourself and five friends to an exquisite meal featuring a 4-course seasonal menu hand-crafted by Chef Greg Kuzia-Carmel at Camper in Menlo Park. Your meal will be paired with incredible wines provided by our knowledgeable wine connoisseurs—and INTL parents—Christophe Mallard and Samantha Wang.Chef Greg has sharpened his skills over the course of his impressive career working in top-tier restaurants across the world, such as the famous Mugaritz in Spain, as well as Per Se in NYC and Quince in SF. Now, his focus is on Camper, his very own restaurant named for the notion of his customers leaving as “happy campers,” and it earns the name. Chef Greg immerses you in his philosophy that food is for sharing, food is for friends. -
Estate Tasting at Ridge Vineyards
Read More
2017 Monte Bello (3L) + Estate Tasting for 6
Ridge has pioneered single-vineyard wine making since 1962, and at either the Monte Bello or Lytton Springs locations, you will have the opportunity to experience the estate wines known throughout the world for their excellence and distinctive sense of place.
In addition, you will take home a double magnum (3L) bottle of the impeccable 2017 Monte Bello Cabernet. With a specimen this rare, it may be difficult for wine collectors to decide whether to leave the bottle unopened in their cellar or drink it upon maturity. In fact, winemaker notes of the 2017 Monte Bello says, “A vintage that can be laid down for a good 50 years, I spent a year searching for the perfect cork to give us that ability to hold the wine for that much time.”
Treat your friends and family to an estate tasting, and add one of the best Monte Bello vintages to your cellar. -
A Delight from the Santa Cruz Mountains
Read More
A Delight from the Santa Cruz MountainsHouse Family Vineyards planted the first seeds on their 73-acre Saratoga property in 1998, and launched their winemaking program with world-renowned winemaker Jeffrey Patterson of Mount Eden Vineyards. They then spent years lab testing soil samples and analyzing weather data before selecting the perfect varietals. Today, the Cabernet Sauvignon is their primary crop that the family produces.Their winemaking philosophy is extremely low touch as they believe that minimizing the amount of intervention will benefit the wine’s quality, only enhancing the flavors of their Cabernet Sauvignon by blending with complimentary varietals.
With the Cabernet Sauvignon being one of the world’s most acclaimed red wines, you will not want to miss the chance to get your hands on this special vertical and add years 2011, 2012, and 2013 to your collection!
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Your Support Matters
Soirée du Vin aims to maintain the status of Silicon Valley’s premier wine auction. To accomplish this, we look for community partners who not only appreciate gourmet food and fine wines, but also seek to support the mission of an educational institution like the Silicon Valley International School (INTL).
INTL's focus on inquiry and bilingualism empowers young minds to embrace complexity, think critically from multiple perspectives, and demonstrate integrity and sensitivity across cultures.
INTL's focus on inquiry and bilingualism empowers young minds to embrace complexity, think critically from multiple perspectives, and demonstrate integrity and sensitivity across cultures.
Soirée du Vin is a benefit for INTL's Charlotte de Géry Endowment Fund. By supporting Soirée du Vin, you are helping to ensure that INTL is able to continue its mission indefinitely. Raise a glass at Soirée du Vin, and support the students of the Silicon Valley International School.
Past Soirée du Vin Galleries & Testimonials
SOIRÉE DU VIN WINE AUCTION
Date: Sunday, September 25, 2022
Date: Sunday, September 25, 2022
Location: Fremont Hills Country Club
Time: 5PM
Tickets: $275
Tables: $3,000
Your ticket includes access to the wine tastings, a wine-paired gourmet dinner, and an unforgettable live auction experience.
Tickets: $275
Tables: $3,000
Your ticket includes access to the wine tastings, a wine-paired gourmet dinner, and an unforgettable live auction experience.
Silicon Valley International School
151 Laura Lane
Palo Alto, CA 94303
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Steering Committee Members: Patricia Colin, Myra Flores, Albert Huntington, Christophe Mallard, Boris Micha, Véronique Micha, Mathieu Nervet-Labbe, Paulina Nervet-Labbe, Scott Pribble, Linda Wang, Samantha Wang
Steering Committee Members: Patricia Colin, Myra Flores, Albert Huntington, Christophe Mallard, Boris Micha, Véronique Micha, Mathieu Nervet-Labbe, Paulina Nervet-Labbe, Scott Pribble, Linda Wang, Samantha Wang
