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Lot 110 | Enchanting Evening Below the Equator

Eleven lucky couples will get to gather at the Kimpton Aertson to try Pamela and Anthony Cmelak's lineup of 29 bottles from countries in the Southern Hemisphere paired with the stellar cuisine of Henley's Chef Kristin Beringson.

Lot Details

First thing’s first, check your calendars! Friday, April 14, 2023. Ok great, now that we’ve got that squared away, here’s why that date needs to be wiiiiiiiide open. Eleven lucky couples will get to gather at the Kimpton Aertson for THE Southern Hemisphere dinner of the year–nay, the decade.

We’re talking Chile, Argentina, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa. This is your chance to truly experience wines from the dynamic New World hemisphere. Pamela and Anthony Cmelak have curated a lineup of 29 bottles of the finest examples from each region. Whether you’re an aficionado or wanting to learn more, this is truly the wine dinner you’re looking for!

The Southern Hemisphere can often be overlooked, but there is a serious treasure trove below the equator. You’ll taste the nuances of the cooler climate Argentinian, Chilean, and New Zealand wines alongside the warmer Australian and South African climates. Paired with the stellar cuisine of Henley’s Chef Kristin Beringson, this dinner will be one for the ages.

Bid high for this one, your below the equator evening awaits!

Argentina

• Bodega Chacra Mainque Chardonnay 2018
• Bodega Aleanna ‘El Enemigo’ Chardonnay 2017
• Bodega Chacra ‘Cincuenta y Cinco 55’ Pinot Noir 2018
• Bodega Chacra ‘Treinta y Dos 32’ Pinot Noir 2018
• Felipe Staiti ‘Honor’ Red 2015
• Vinyes Ocults Gran Malbec 2015
• Terrazas de Los Andes ‘Cheval des Andes’ 2018
• Bodega Aleanna ‘Gran Enemigo’ Gualtallary Single Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2014
• Bodega Aleanna ‘El Enemigo’ Cabernet Franc 2016

Australia

• Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay 2015
• Giant Steps Wombat Creek Vineyard Chardonnay 2019
• Clarendon Hills Astralis Shiraz 2008
• Tyrrell’s Wines Old Patch 1867 Shiraz 2017
• Shaw + Smith Shiraz 2016
• Marquis Phillips Integrity Shiraz 2002

Chile

• Casa Lapostolle Le Rosé 2019
• Tabali ‘Talinay’ Sauvignon Blanc 2019
• Laberinto Sauvignon Blanc 2019
• Villard Le Pinot Noir Grand Vin 2015
• Koyle Los Lingues Vineyard Cerro Basalto Cuartel G2 2016
• Clos Apalta 2005​

New Zealand

• Clos Henri Chapel Block Blanc de Noirs Sparkling 2016
• Te Pa Oke Sauvignon Blanc 2017
• Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2016
• Clos Henri ‘Petit Clos’ Pinot Noir 2017
• Trinity Hill Hawks Bay Homage Syrah 2013

South Africa

• Van Loggerenberg ‘Graft’ Syrah 2020
• Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2018
• Badenhorst Caperitif Kaapse Dief

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Event Details

• Friday, April 14, 2023
• 6:30 pm
• At the Kimpton Aertson

A total of 11 spots for couples will be sold separately. The Auctioneer will explain the rules from the podium.

One spot includes:

• 2 seats at the dinner
• 1 shared pour of each wine

If you are interested in purchasing multiple spots, please hold up the corresponding number of fingers when bidding.

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Donated by Pamela & Anthony Cmelak, Chef Kristin Beringson, Kimpton Aertson