2020 Checkerboard Vineyards 'Aurora' Red Wine from Napa Valley

Indulge in a luxurious Napa Valley red from Checkerboard Vineyards. The Checkerboard Vineyards 'Aurora' Red Wine is the flagship Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend sourced exclusively from the Aurora Vineyard on the steep slopes of Diamond Mountain in Napa Valley. The vineyard sits at an elevation of approximately 1,200 feet, featuring unique, well-drained volcanic soils riddled with basalt cobble and red loamy clay. This dramatic, high-altitude terroir, coupled with the meticulous craftsmanship of winemaker Martha McClellan, results in a wine celebrated for its power, finesse, and structure.

The 'Aurora' is characterized by a luxurious, layered palate featuring intense dark fruits like cassis, ripe blackberry, and dark cherry, interwoven with complex tertiary notes of sweet pipe tobacco, semi-sweet chocolate, green olive, and graphite. It is distinguished by its statuesque yet polished tannins and impressive aging potential. Critics praise the wine for its elegance, long finish, and its ability to beautifully balance rich, concentrated Napa fruit with the distinct savory minerality imparted by its mountain origins.

Terms & Conditions

Must be 21 year or older to participate. Item will not be shipped, must be picked up at the event on May 7, 2026 or after the event at Huckleberry's administrative office in San Francisco, to be arranged with winning bidder and organization.