President M. Therese Antone gets a lesson in using a segway from Ryan Maccione, owner of Segway of Newport, who has donated the segway for this year's Wine Tasting and Auction.
Third Wine Tasting and Auction
Thursday, April 23, 2009 in Ochre Court
Proceeds benefit the Salve Regina University Endowed Scholarship in Visual Art. Now, more than ever, your support of our students is essential. We hope you can join us for this exciting event.
Featuring
- Silent auction 6-7:30 p.m.
- Live auction 8 p.m.
- Professional auctioneer Kathy Kingston, CAI, BAS, Kingston Auction Company
- Fine wines from 14 vineyards
- Hors d'oeuvres and desserts
- Valet parking
- Great fun for all
Individual Reservations
- Connoisseurs - $100 per person
- $50 per reservation is tax deductible for connoisseur level
- Early admission to the entire event at 5 p.m.
- Advance bidding on Silent Auction
- Exclusive premium wine tasting 5-6 p.m.
- Reserved seating at the Live Auction
- Enthusiasts - $45 per person
- Admission and main wine tasting at 6 p.m.
Corporate Sponsorship
Includes exclusive premium wine tasting from 5-6 p.m., advance bidding on silent auction items, reserved seating at the live auction and recognition in the program booklet ($50 per reservation is tax deductible).
- Champagne Level - $1,000
- Includes 6 reservations
- Bordeaux Level - $500
- Includes 4 reservations
- Riesling Level - $250
- Includes 2 reservations
Listen to Brian Kish, Assistant Vice President for Advancement at Salve Regina University and Len Panaggio, Corporate Beverage Director of Newport Harbor Corporation, have a lively discussion on tips and trends in the world of wine.
Wine Tasting Sponsors
Beringer Wine Estates
Chateau Ste. Michelle
Empson Selections
Foley Family Wines
Gallo Family Vineyards
Greenvale Vineyards
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Kendall-Jackson
Moet/Hennessy USA
Newport Vineyards & Winery
Penfolds Winery
Sakonnet Vineyards
Stonehedge Winery