IT TAKES A VALLEY
AN UNFORGETTABLE INSIDER’S JOURNEY FOR FOUR GUESTS
It takes a Valley to create something truly remarkable, and this once-in-a-lifetime experience brings you into the heart of it all. Curated by some of the Willamette Valley’s most celebrated wineries and winemakers, this exclusive multi-day escape offers behind-the-scenes access, private tastings, serene vineyard accommodations, and the kind of winemaker time and storytelling that most visitors only dream of. With seamless ground transportation included throughout your stay, all you need to do is sit back, sip, and savor the magic of Willamette Valley wine country — as few ever get to. From hands-on blending and private vineyard walks to rare library wines and forest foraging, this extraordinary lot unlocks the hidden corners and personal stories of the Willamette Valley.
This is not just a trip — it’s the invitation of a lifetime.
Place your bids starting on May 12 at 10:00am PT.
Must be scheduled within one year of the auction date (May 14, 2025) and booked on mutually agreeable dates. Schedule coordination and ground transportation provided by the Willamette Valley Wineries Association.
Auction lots open on Monday, May 12 at 10:00am and close on Wednesday, May 14 at 4:00pm at Zachys Wine Auctions online. Go directly to Lot #193.
This exclusive experience is the grand finale of the online Willamette Valley Wine Auction. Explore and bid on all 193 lots, including one-of-a-kind wines made only for this auction.
PACKAGE DETAILS
Archery Summit Four nights of accommodations for four guests at the Red Hills Vineyard guest house — your private, serene home base in the heart of wine country.
Elk Cove Vineyards A private “Winemaker for a Day” blending and tasting session with winemaker Heather Perkin.
Nicolas-Jay Barrel tasting with Jay Boberg and Noah Roberts, followed by a private lunch where Jay shares music playlists and personal stories from his legendary career in the industry.
Alexana Four tickets to the 20-Year Retrospective Experience on August 2nd, featuring rare library wines, a vineyard walk with Director of Viticulture Drew Herman, and a multi-course dinner with Dr. Revana, Lynn Penner-Ash, Bryan Weil, and Tresider Burns. (Winners will enjoy an alternate VIP experience if scheduled dates do not include August 2.)
Résonance A private vineyard tour and guided comparative tasting with winemaker Guillaume Large, featuring Résonance estate wines alongside selections from Maison Louis Jadot in Burgundy.
Lingua Franca A Burgundy comparative tasting with founder and Master Sommelier Larry Stone, featuring library wines and deep perspective on transatlantic terroir.
Ridgecrest A vertical tasting hosted by Wynne and/or Harry Peterson-Nedry, with a guided tour of the historic vineyard, weather permitting.
Gran Moraine & Zena Crown Vineyard A seasonal Oregon adventure: foraging for wild chanterelles in the coastal range with winemaker Shane Moore. (Available in the fall; if scheduled outside of chanterelle season, an equally special VIP experience will be provided.)
Domaine Serene The winery’s acclaimed Signature Experience, an elevated and immersive seated tasting for four guests.
