Auction Napa Valley 2007 – Hospitality Events
As if the live auction itself were not enough, there are literally dozens of hospitality events held at numerous wineries and vineyards – all leading up to the main event. Join us as we stop by several lunches, receptions, dinners, and open houses to talk with attendees, owners and winemakers – inluding John Komes (Flora Springs), Chris Deardon (Benessere), Robin Lail (Lail Vineyards), Jennifer Staggs (Departures Magazine), and baseball’s Rusty Staub.
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I have been reading this blog for a while now, and I thought it would be proper to leave a note of appreciation here.
Many Thanks,
Jim Mirkalami
Keep up the good work. Great blog.
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