Ritz-Carlton JCB Wine Tasting Lounge and Dinner at the University Club

Wine tasting for two at the splendid Ritz-Carlton JCB Tasting Lounge followed by dinner at the historic 125-year-old San Francisco University Club. The club offers a spectacular view of San Francisco and the bay from its terrace adjacent to the dining area.

Your delightful hosts, Ludmila Kisseleva-Eggleton and Peter Eggleton, will help you contemplate the universe, answering any questions and discussing the universe, stars, and astronomy.

Peter Eggleton is a world-famous British astrophysicist (now retired) specializing in the evolution of stars. He worked for almost 40 years at Cambridge University (UK) before joining Lawrence Livermore National Lab in 2000. His wife Ludmila (originally from Saint Petersburg, Russia) is also an astrophysicist (she and Peter published over 50 scientific papers together).

Value: $300 + priceless experience

Seasonal Wine Tasting Experience with Culinary Bites for 4 guests

Clif Family Winery, St Helena

Relax at Clif Family with a flight of their favorite small production seasonally released wines paired with culinary bites highlighting their CCOF organic farm and Clif Family artisan foods.

Swirl, sip, and savor the day!

Includes: Seasonal Wine Tasting Experience with Culinary Bites for 4 guests

Date scheduled by mutual agreement of donor and the successful winning bidder.

Expires March 2nd, 2023.

Certain dates and times, blackout dates apply.

Value: $200

Vista Courtyard Tasting for Six

Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Sonoma

Gundlach Bundschu Winery is California's oldest continuously family-owned winery and is the third oldest winery after Buena Vista Winery (established a year earlier by Agoston Haraszthy). It is still owned and operated by the founder's heirs and is today led by the sixth generation, Jeff Bundschu.

The winery's 320-acre (1.3 km2) estate vineyard, named Rhinefarm by Bavarian-born Jacob Gundlach in 1858, is located within the Sonoma Valley AVA of Sonoma County, at the crossroads of the Sonoma Valley, Los Carneros AVA, and Napa Valley AVA, along the Mayacamas Mountains. They specialize in estate-driven, sustainably farmed Bordeaux reds and cool climate varietal wines.

Reservation requires a minimum 3 day advance notice. Some blackout dates apply.

Value: $180

Urban Legend Cellars Tasting for 4

Enjoy a curated tasting of four wines with accompanying small bites, supported by one of our senior tasting associates. Tastings are seated at tables under our pavilion, with panoramic vistas of the city, bay, and adjacent nature preserve.

Includes one certificate for an Urban Legend Cellars Tasting for up to four (4) participants.

• Advance reservations required
• All participants must be of legal drinking age (>= 21 years old)
• Additional purchases discounted 10% (excludes sale items)

Value: $100

Balletto Vineyards Tasting for Four

Plus one bottle Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Balletto Vineyards is a family-owned winery and one of the few estate-grown and bottled wines in the Russian River Valley.

Value: $90

Private Wine Class for 20 at Total Wine & More

Treat your friends, family, and fellow wine lovers to a private wine tasting for up to 20 people in the classroom of our store.

LOCATION:

Total Wine & More will host an event that is certain to impress you and your guests. Enjoy a tour of the land and learn about the famed appellations and grape varietals that make each region so unforgettable. Taste a variety of our premium, hand-selected wines and discover hidden treasures from the wine region of your choosing. One of our wine experts will present and discuss each delicious wine during your two-hour class, which can be arranged as a seated class-style or more casual walk-around event. Total Wine & More will provide all necessary stemware and educational handouts for tasting notes.

Choose from one of our popular themes.

Wine 101: In Vino Veritas - Identify key components of wine and explore how to pair with the right food to make your next dinner party a success!

Beautiful Blends: The Most Carefully Crafted Wines - Join us to explore the art of the blend, from easy-drinking domestic reds to the great white wines of Bordeaux and the Rhone.

New World, New Wines: Exploring the Southern Hemisphere - Discover how the Old World's native grapes and long wine-making traditions have helped shape how we make and enjoy wine all over the world.

Vive La France - Explore the greatest wine-making regions in France so you can master our wine aisles and any restaurant wine list!

Into the Wild: Walla Walla Willamette & Pacific Northwest - Take a tour of the Pacific Northwest! Learn about the very best from Washington Wine Country to Willamette Valley, Oregon.

From Tip to Toe: A Wine Tour of Italy - Explore many distinctive wines of Italy, from sparkling Proseccos and crisp Pinot Grigios to the Sangiovese-based wines of Tuscany to rich, dark reds of Sicily.

California Uncorked: Napa Valley & Beyond - Explore the red and white wines that have brought acclaim to Napa Valley, Sonoma, Amador and the Central Coast.

Here's to Bottles that Pop: Great Sparkling Wines - Nothing is better than a bottle of bubbly! Learn about our favorite sparkling styles, food pairings and, of course, champagne!

Classes cannot be held on holiday weekends of the last seven weeks of the year. Four weeks' notice is required to request a class. This certificate may be redeemed at any Total Wine & More store with a classroom.

Value: $500

Domaine Carneros

Tasting Flight Experience for two (2) Guests and one (1) Magnum Sparkling Wine Bottle

With its grand staircase, beautiful formal gardens, expansive outdoor terraces, marble-floored fireside salon, and scenic views of vine-covered hills, Domaine Carneros is an incomparably royal setting for savoring fine sparkling wines.

Value: $165

Dom Pérignon

Dom Pérignon is vintage champagne only. Each vintage is a creation, singular and unique, that expresses both the character of the year and the character of Dom Pérignon. After at least eight years of elaboration in the cellars, the wine embodies the perfect balance of Dom Pérignon, the Plénitude of harmony.

Value: $200

2017 Ultramarine "Heintz Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Rosé Sparkling Wine - one bottle

One of the most exciting wine projects in California today happens to be an upstart garagiste with an obsession for redefining sparkling wine in America. Michael Cruse operates from a small industrial park in Petaluma just off the bustling Highway 101 corridor. After a brief career in molecular and cell biology laboratories, Cruse worked his first harvest in 2006. After learning about the meticulous, labor-intensive process of producing artisanal grower Champagne, he became convinced that if winemakers applied the same approach to sparkling wine in California, the results could be game-changing. Cruse now stands at the forefront of a burgeoning movement making incredibly beautiful sparkling single-vineyard wines from some of Sonoma's most acclaimed vineyard sites. As William Kelley writes in Decanter, "But by pioneering the artisanal methods and terroir-driven philosophy of the grower Champagne movement here in North America, it's fair to say he's enjoying an influence that's being felt far beyond his modest facility in Petaluma."

Value: $225

Chateau Montelena 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon The Montelena Estate - Two (2) bottles

Chateau Montelena's history is one of the deepest and most storied in the Napa Valley and California. Founded just north of Calistoga by a senator and San Francisco entrepreneur in 1882 at the turn of the century, it was one of the largest wineries in the state. Prohibition put an end to Montelena's winemaking, and the next major era began in 1968, when Jim Barrett purchased the estate. Jim fell in love with this exceptional property, blessed with a complex mix of soils, slopes and biodiversity of wildlife and fauna. He had a dream of creating wine at the level of the great First Growths of Bordeaux, and set about replanting the vineyard, outfitting the winery with modern equipment, and studying the processes necessary for farming and winemaking at the highest quality level.

Value: $380

Silver Oak Selection:

• Silver Oak 2016 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

• Silver Oak 2016 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Twomey Selection:

• Twomey 2019 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

• Twomey 2020 Sauvignon Blanc Napa County Sonoma County

Duncan Family Selection Four (4) bottles

Value: $300

Gratta Wines and Market Gift Basket with assorted food and wines.

Barbara Gratta is a local winemaker in the Bayview. She and her wife started making wine out of their garage and in 2015 opened a wine bar and then during the pandemic opened an Italian market (first online and then brick and mortar) next to the wine bar.

Wine:

• 2019 Gratta Cabernet
• 2019 Gratta Petite Sirah
• 2018 Gratta Zinfandel Dessert Wine

Food Items:

• 2 Rummo Pastas
• Michaels Marinara
• Segretti Pesto
• Ital Capers
• Gratta Olive Oil and Vinegar
• Baby Clams and Clam Juice
• Calabrian Hot Pepper Spread
• Ital Deli Mix
• Marinated Artichokes
• Rustic crackers
• Mini Panettone
• Amaretti Cookies
• Fior Di Frutta Apricot
• Gluten Free Pizza Crust Mix
• Mutti Tomato Paste
• Anchovy Paste
• Vassquez Coffee
• 2 Pellegrino soft drink

Value $250

2005 Perrin & Fils Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Sinards - One bottle

Wine Spectator calls 2005 Châteauneuf-du-Pape "A Classic Vintage for the Cellar."

The Perrin Family's range of wines enables you to discover the richness of the Southern Rhône Valley and its diverse terroirs. With the same expertise and the same passion as for Château de Beaucastel, the family prides itself in bringing out the true character of each terroir. The "Famille Perrin" way makes each wine unique: using organic and biodynamic approaches, mastering the art of blending, and bringing out the freshness of the Southern aromas.

Dubbed by Perrin & Fils as "The family's other Châteauneuf!" Les Sinards comes from the young vines of Beaucastel and a neighboring vineyard that they farm.

Value: $45

Two bottles Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

One (1) bottle 2018 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

One (1) bottle 2019 Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe, velvety tannins - as approachable in youth as in maturity. They farm Cabernet grapes in eight of Napa's 16 sub-appellations, with diversification enabling them to make the best possible wine in a given year. This Cabernet offers layered, lush aromas and flavors, including cocoa, cassis, and ripe dark berries.

Value: $200

Oakville Ranch 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon - One bottle

The red volcanic soils of Oakville Ranch's mountain vineyards produce Cabernet Sauvignon that speaks to its distinctive origins in a region legendary for this varietal. Crème de cassis, brambly berries and cedar are evident in the nose of the 2015 Cabernet, along with hints of violet and suede leather. On the palate this wine is graceful, ripe and juicy, with flavors of blueberry and dark chocolate backed by black pepper spice. The 2015 Cabernet is a graceful, rich and enjoyable wine, limited in production.

Value: $98

2017 "The Loch" Pinot Noir from MacRostie Vineyard

"Every bottle of MacRostie wine is an expression of time and place, crafted to accompany your special moments. Our winemaking team has access to a remarkable level of vineyard diversity, enabling exploration of the entire Sonoma Coast, producing bright, balanced and complex wines."

Value: $95

Rombauer 2018 Zinfandel (2 bottles)

A total charmer, the 2018 Zinfandel has plenty of plum and raspberry fruits as well as classic Zinfandel cigar wrapper, spice, and cedary incense-like nuances. Nicely textured, medium to full-bodied, and balanced, it's an outstanding Zinfandel to enjoy over the coming 4-6 years.

Value: $82

Rombauer 2019 Carneros Chardonnay (2 bottles)

Pale light yellow with a green hue. Aromas of ripe peach, honeydew, and lemon rind intertwine seamlessly with vanilla and spice. The aromas are followed by flavors of lychee and yellow peach which meld perfectly with the cream texture, vanilla and slight butter. The finish builds with more peach and spice, while the acidity maintains the freshness and structure. The wine will continue to gain weight and depth over the next 12 months, revealing additional notes of nectarine, butter and spice.

Pair this with tuna-avocado burgers, lobster rolls and fettuccine with salmon and asparagus.

Value: $80

Del Dotto 2018 Sangiovese

One Bottle

"Although the Del Dotto story begins on our Rutherford Estate, it has expanded to include seven other specially selected appellations.

Currently, our footprint consists of 437 acres with 121 acres planted of varietals including chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, pinot noir, syrah, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot, and sangiovese. It took 18 years to find the ideal sites to cultivate each individually selected grape clone and to maximize the terroir flavors in the wines. Each vineyard is organically farmed, with no chemical sprays or fertilizers, and all weeding performed by hand. The plants are meticulously cared for by professional vineyard workers in order to maintain the quality of the crop that defines the Del Dotto reputation."

Value: $80

Stag's Leap 2017 Napa Valley Merlot

(2 bottles)

Strengthened by small amounts of Petite Sirah and mixed reds, this is a tart, high-toned red, dusty in texture and well-integrated acidity. Plum, dark cherry and a whiff of dark chocolate accent the full-bodied power and soft approach.

Value: $64

Duckhorn 2018 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

(2 bottles)

This vibrant Sauvignon Blanc begins with enticing aromas of lemongrass, lychee, passionfruit, melon, and pineapple, followed by hints of white nectarine and lime. On the juicy palate, a subtle viscosity is perfectly balanced by refreshing acidity that adds precision to the citrus and tropical fruit flavors, while driving the wine to a bright, zesty finish.

Value: $60

Vitesse Vineyards 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

One (1) bottle

JUST A QUICK SPIN FROM THE PACIFIC OCEAN, you'll find the spectacular hillside vineyards of our Vitesse wines. The dramatic terrain of Napa Valley, punctuated by its five mountain growing areas, moderate temperatures, stony soils, lengthened growing seasons, and longer hang time on the vine, produces fruit with natural acidity, structure, and distinctive varietal character that celebrates the cycle of life. Vitesse strives to express terroir that blends altitude and soil, fog and sun, season and spirit into wines that cross the finish line into greatness.

Value: $60

Chalk Hill 2018 Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast (2 bottles)

The 2018 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir is dark ruby in color and displays expressive aromas of black cherry and plum backed by subtle notes of mocha and vanilla. The palate is medium-bodied with bright acidity and juicy flavors that are characteristic of this cool-climate region. The wine finishes with velvety soft tannins and lingering notes of dark chocolate. This is a fruit-forward, approachable and elegant wine that should be enjoyed upon release.

Value: $52

2018 Chateau de Chantegrive

Two (2) bottles

Château de Chantegrive is located in Podensac in a beautiful Italian-like setting overlooking acacia trees and vines typical of the Graves appellation.

The south-facing vines are surrounded by a low stone wall and soak up the warm sunlight on beautiful summer days. There are river stones ranging in color from pink to beige on the vineyard's fine sandy soil.

Chantegrive is a dream that knows no frontiers.

The wine is expertly blended, elegant, and refined. It is much appreciated for its reliable quality. In conjunction with the cellar master, consulting oenologist Hubert de Bouard, owner of Château Angélus, ensures that Chantegrive is excellent in all vintages.

Value: $50

Silver Owl Cellars Paso Robles 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon - One bottle

Named for the majestic barn owls that soar over the Silver Owl Cellars family-owned hillside vineyard located above the picturesque northeastern hills above Paso Robles and the Pleasant Valley Wine trail, Silver Owl Cellars produces well-balanced wines that are the perfect accompaniment to a variety of dishes.
The elevation and hillside vineyard provides an ideal setting for full sunshine and very warm summer days that are cooled by ocean breezes and fog at night. These growing conditions combined with careful vineyard management practices, consistently produce grapes with concentrated flavors, depth, and complexity.

Value: $40

Venge Vineyards Scout's Honor Proprietary Red 2013

Named after the family's faithful, yellow Labrador retriever, Scout's Honor is a "go-to" wine for summer barbecues and frankly just about any occasion. The only problem is the wine is so delicious that it sells out in record time, every year?

Value: $40

Tofanelli Family Vineyard Petite Sirah 2011

One bottle

This black beauty entices with aromas of cherry and cedar. On the palate are layered notes of tea, juicy blackberry, mulberry and tobacco underscored with hints of pencil lead and cracked pepper. Reminiscent of a young Bordeaux blend soaked in Santa Rosa plums, verging on savory. Stylistically elegant and with a good balance of acidity, this wine has a silky texture with finely grained tannins, and incredible staying power.

Value: $39

Saintsbury 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros)

One (1) bottle

Value: $35