2026 Celebration Summit Gala Silent Auction
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Bidding closes at 8:00pm -April 10, 2026
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Bidding closes at 8:00pm -April 10, 2026
Winspire® Sipping Italy, the Tuscan Collection
Value: $1,500. Minimum bid: $1,100
This Experience Includes:
12 bottles of Italian red wine shipped to your home
Descriptive notes for each wine
Video presentation and sommelier guided tasting
Winspire booking & concierge service
The Collection: Enjoy a curated selection of 12 Italian red wines, chosen by Winspire’s sommelier team for their high critic scores, heritage, and rarity. These labels and vintages are difficult to source in the U.S., making this collection a true connoisseur’s delight. Representing some of Tuscany’s most iconic wine regions — Brunello, Chianti Classico, Montepulciano, and Bolgheri — this selection is an invitation to taste the soul of Italy, one glass at a time.
The package includes 3 bottles of each wine below:
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Brunello di Montalcino Cielo D’Ulisse Podere Le Ripi 2015
Crafted with biodynamic principles on the rolling hills of Montalcino, this Brunello radiates with a deep garnet hue. The bouquet is layered and complex: ripe blackberry, raspberry, and plum entwined with notes of forest undergrowth, balsamic spice, and a whisper of vanilla from extended oak aging. On the palate, vibrant tannins meet a rich, fruit-forward core, balanced by refreshing acidity. Long, persistent, and powerful yet elegant, it’s a wine built for special occasions. A jewel of Montalcino, this Brunello pairs beautifully with aged cheeses, braised meats, or a decadent Florentine steak.
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Conti Capponi Vigna La Fornace 2016
From one of Chianti’s most historic estates, dating back to the 15th century, this Gran Selezione showcases the very best of Tuscany’s noble Sangiovese. In the glass, it dazzles ruby-red with garnet reflections. The bouquet opens with ripe plum, blackcurrant, and wildflowers, evolving into subtle notes of tobacco, cedar, and spice. The palate is soft yet structured, with graceful tannins and a silky texture that lingers elegantly. Refined and expressive, this Chianti shines alongside wild boar ragù, roasted lamb, or earthy mushroom dishes — a timeless expression of Tuscany’s terroir.
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Montemercurio Messaggero 2016
Hailing from the scenic hills of Montepulciano, this Vino Nobile glows ruby red and exudes aromas of ripe berries, plum, and licorice, enriched by hints of vanilla, spice, and black pepper. On the palate, it is round and harmonious, offering polished tannins and a balanced structure that carries through a long, elegant finish. Versatile and food-friendly, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats, game, or classic pasta ragù. With its perfect balance of tradition and modern finesse, this wine embodies the harmony that has made Montepulciano famous for centuries.
Bolgheri Ruit Hora Caccia Al Piano 2017
From Tuscany’s famed coastal vineyards in Bolgheri, crafted by the renowned Berlucchi family, this wine is rich, expressive, and deeply alluring. Deep ruby in the glass, it opens with aromas of dark berries, aromatic herbs, and warm spices, accented by toasted oak and earthy undertones. On the palate, mature fruit mingles with integrated tannins and bright acidity, creating a medium-to-full-bodied wine of impressive depth and persistence. Long and aromatic, this Bolgheri is perfect alongside grilled meats, hearty stews, or aged Pecorino — a wine that brings the coastal warmth of Tuscany directly to your table.
Please Note:
Includes door-to-door shipping in Styrofoam boxes, taxes, duties and insurance. Delivery time is approximately 20-30 days. Once the shipment has cleared U.S. customs, a tracking number will be issued and forwarded to your attention so you may follow the status of the shipment.
If a specific wine is no longer available, it will be replaced with a wine of equal or greater value and comparable quality. If a particular vintage is unavailable, we will substitute it with the closest available vintage of the same wine.
Wine can only be shipped within the United States. We are unable to ship to P.O. Boxes or to the following states: South Dakota, Utah, Mississippi, Hawaii, Alaska, and Vermont. An adult aged 21 or older must be present to receive and sign for the delivery.
What's so special about this wine package?
Exclusive & rare: These bottles are difficult to find in the U.S., elevating value.
Educational & engaging: Tasting notes and sommelier-led videos transform wine into an immersive cultural experience.
Broad appeal: Perfect for collectors, couples, or groups who love food, travel, and wine.
Turnkey ease: Delivered directly to your home with no effort required.
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