Matt Holliday Wine Release to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation
Thanks to everyone for joining us Saturday night at The Wine & Cheese Place in Clayton for the very successful release of Matt’s Napa Valley red wine. The Cardinals won the ballgame in dramatic fashion, as Albert Pujols delivered a 12th inning walk-off home run to beat the Cubs.
Fantastic food and wine provided by our friends at The Wine & Cheese Place; a special thanks to Paul Hayden for his planning and efforts.
Check back for details on additional wine events with Matt & Leslee Holliday.
Johnny Damon Charity Wine Event Photos
Thanks to all who attended Johnny Damon’s event and made the evening special for so many people. A big thank you to our friends and partners at the fabulous Renaissance Vinoy Resort in St. Petersburg as well as Arden Czyzewski, Rick Vaughn, Todd Kalas, Joe Maddon and the entire gang from the Rays.
Uncork For a Cause with Luis Gonzalez to benefit the Marlins Community Foundation
The stars were definitely out to help Luis Gonzalez unveil his 2006 Napa Valley Cabernet and raise money for the Florida Marlins Community Foundation and their Cornerstones for Kids program. The guests enjoyed an evening of delicious food and desserts prepared by the Riverside Hotel and fine wines from Hill Family Estate, where Luis’ Cabernet was produced and bottled.
See video from Luis’ wine release on MLB.com; mlb.mlb.com/video/play.jsp
Many of Luis’ teammates were on hand to celebrate the evening as well as Marlins executive Andre Dawson and team President David Samson.
Special thanks to Marlins Community Foundation Executive Director Nancy Olson and her team of Kelly Schnackenberg and Jeremy Stern.
September 14, 2008
Riverside Hotel, Ft. Lauderdal, Florida
Carlos Peña Charity Wine Release
Thank you for joining Carlos & Pamela Peña for the release of Carlos’ very own Napa Valley wine to benefit the Curtis – Kocab Memorial Foundation. The evening included a fantastic silent auction featuring signed bats, jerseys, fine wine, baseballs, yoga lessons and much more; a delicious assortment of food and wine from Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse; and more importantly a chance to say thank you to the Tampa Police Department and the families of these fallen officers for the sacrifices they make for our community.
Special thanks to Carlos & Pamela Peña for their support and commitment to the community, Tyler Beckstrom, Rhonda Gray, Hill Family Estate, Donna & Dave Eriksen, Jeni & Erik Simmons, Cari & Todd Bennett, my dear wife Julie and our gracious hosts at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar.
Rick & Lory Ankiel at Provisions Gourmet Market
Thank you for joining us September 17th at Provisions for a fantastic night of fine wine, food and friends.
Greg Maddux Wine Release
On behalf of The Maddux Foundation, TAG Sports and Hill Family Estate have bottled a very limited production of Greg Maddux Reserve red wine from Napa Valley, California. This is a very small production of premium Napa Valley wine; only 56 cases were bottled.
Join Greg & Kathy Maddux for the release of Greg Maddux’s 2006 Napa Valley wine. Greg’s wine will be offered for sale for the first time, guests purchasing wine will have the opportunity to have it autographed and/or personalized by Greg. No charge for admission, but autographs only for customers purchasing Greg Maddux wine.
For those unable to attend Greg’s wine release, you are welcome to purchase Greg’s wine through Uncork for a Cause. Pricing is identical, and online orders will still be autographed.
Bronson Arroyo Band at Showcase Live
A big thank you goes out to all for braving the cold and joining us Friday night at Showcase Live in Foxborough. Bronson and the band put on quite a show as always, and we raised a few dollars for Homes for our Troops with the release of Bronson’s 2006 Hill Family Bordeaux blend red wine and very limited Winebat.
Click here to see Bronson’s live performance at FOX 25 Friday morning; www.myfoxboston.com/myfox/pages/Home/Detail;jsessionid=ACBD4E45E07815886123829B564FD8AB
Bronson Arroyo at microWINES Photo Gallery
Private event hosted by Horan Associates
Gonzo visits Hill Family Estate in Napa Valley
Luis Gonzalez and members of the Florida Marlins enjoy a well-earned day off by visiting Hill Family Estate in beautiful Napa Valley, California. The group toured a winery or two, were well educated on the intricacies of growing and cultivating vineyards, and finished off the day with a spectacular meal at Angèle restaurant looking over the Napa river.
June 2008
Luis Gonzalez and members of the Florida Marlins enjoy a well-earned day off by visiting Hill Family Estate in beautiful Napa Valley, California. The group toured a winery or two, were well educated on the intricacies of growing and cultivating vineyards, and finished off the day with a spectacular meal at Angèle restaurant looking over the Napa river.