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A Symphony of Wine

Dear Wine Associates:

As supporters of the New West Symphony, David & Judy Breitstein and the Duke of Bourbon would like to invite you to participate in the lovely and exciting "A Symphony of Wine" Dinner and Auction to be held in the Thousand Oaks area on Sunday, September 22 2002. As you will see from the enclosed invitation, descriptive letter and list of auction lots, it promises to be a most exceptional and memorable afternoon and evening.

Fellow Wine Association members Tom & Lisa Miller are hosting this event at their beautiful hilltop estate in Hidden Valley. Our good friend Frank Ostini of the Hitching Post Restaurant and Winery will be honored as "Maestro of Wine & Food." The Children's Programs of the New West Symphony based in Ventura County (conducted by Maestro Boris Brott and considered to be the Number One Regional Symphony in America) will be the beneficiaries of the proceeds.

Fabulous dinner wines, including Joseph Phelps Insignia, Far Niente Chardonnay, Hitching Post Pinot Noir and Roederer Estate Champagne ....outstanding cuisine prepared on the spot by the talented chefs of six well-known restaurants ....an exciting auction conducted by famed auctioneer David Reynolds ....a lovely setting and a group of extremely convivial people ....live music to enhance the atmosphere ....numerous reasons for you to want to be part of this special day. And, of course, David & Judy will be in attendance and will make sure all of our Wine Association members feel right at home.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call David at the Duke of Bourbon (818-341-1234). As an active consultant for "A Symphony of Wine," he will be able to discuss the details with you.

We hope you will join us!


A Symphony of Wine
Committee

Karl Klessig, Co-Chair
Lee Weisel, Co-Chair
Bill Bang
Alan Cordover
Robert W.P. Holstrom
Bob Klingensmith
Lisa Miller
Tom Miller
Steve Seegmiller
George Weinstock
Linda Weinstock
Diana Malmquist, Coordinator
David Breitstein, Consultant
Larry Dutra, Consultant
Doug Margerum, Consultant
Piero Selvaggio, Consultant

Dear Lovers of Fine Wine, Great Food, Exciting Travel Adventures and Gracious Living:

The New West Symphony's 2001 Symphony of Wine dinner and wine auction was a great success last year with over $100,000 raised at auction and 90% of that going to benefit the Symphony's children's music programs throughout Ventura County. Unfortunately, due to the size of our venue last year, we were limited to just over 100 attendees and sold out quickly. As we believe that our auction items this year (please see the attached "hot list") are even better than the excellent array that we provided last year, we have decided to expand the event to include 150 attendees, thereby reaching a broader audience of people that we know who love food, wine and exemplary causes. This year's event has been set for Sunday afternoon, September 22nd. Please read on to find out why you should be eager to attend.

Everything about this year's event should be even more spectacular than last. Our auction items are incredible, including an extremely rare bottle of 1848 Chateau Lafite (before the Rothschild family's ownership), six bottles of the exceptional 1947 Chateau Lafleur (scored a perfect 100 by all ratings sources - considered one of the best wines of the entire 20th Century), a vertical of 1980-1989 Chateau Mouton-Rothschild along with a fabulous dinner at Sherwood C.C., a horizontal of great 1985 California Cabernet Sauvignons, ten Bordeaux "first growths" spread out from 1970 to 1990, an Imperial of '96 Joseph Phelps Insignia, a Salmanazar of '95 Sanford Pinot Noir, dinner for ten at Toscano with ten great Italian wines, a weekend at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, a fabulous barge cruise for a week in Europe, season tickets to the New West Symphony, high seas sailing, more opulent wine and food dinners at great restaurants, winery tours and tastings, romantic weekend getaways themed around wine and dozens of other wine or wine related items. And if you aren't the winning bidder of any of our 54 live auction offerings, there will also be a silent auction of a couple dozen terrific wine or wine-lifestyle items that we're sure you'll find both desirable and affordable.

You are being invited because we feel that you love wine, food, travel and gracious living. We also would like you to understand how the New West Symphony has improved the cultural aspects of the region and especially what their programs do to improve the appreciation of the arts and music amongst children, most of them of economic means who would have no chance of such exposure otherwise. Without financial aid and support, such programs would be impossible. But rather than just asking for cash contributions, we thought it would be great to give all of our supporters of this event something wonderful in return. The offerings available at this wine-centric auction are as good as you will find at any such auction in America. But since this is a private regional event and not a nationally known and celebrated one, you'll be able to purchase these items at reasonable prices and still benefit our orchestra and its programs. Even better, with the limited list of quality live auction items (a quarter of those offered at several other highly renowned California wine events), you'll be able to enjoy a lovely few hours of late-afternoon, early-evening dining and bidding rather than have to endure an entire day of such activity.

Please review the attached summary of auction items available. And, just as last year, there will be great food courses supplied by some of the best restaurants from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara and great wine from some of the best wineries in California for you to enjoy throughout the auction. Check your calendars and let us know as quickly as possible of your desire to participate. Again, this event will be limited to only 150 attendees and we'd love to have you as part of this elite group with access to these unique wine, food and lifestyle offerings. Don't miss out. See you in September!

If you want to be assured of "a place at the table" and a bidding paddle, please call Diana Malmquist, our Event Coordinator, at 818-889-6169 or e-mail her at DiMalmquist@msn.com to reserve your spot.

Thanks for your attention, interest and support,

"A Symphony of Wine" Auction Committee

To benefit the New West Symphony • Boris Brott, Music Director
3724 Summer Shore Lane - Westlake Village, CA 91361 • (818) 889-6169 - e-mail: DiMalmquist@msn.com



You are cordially invited to the
New West Symphony's Second Annual
"A Symphony of Wine"
Dinner and Wine Auction

Hosted by Tom and Lisa Miller
2830 W. Potrero Road • Westlake Village (Hidden Valley)

Honoring Frank Ostini
Owner of the famed Hitching Post Restaurant and Winery
as "Maestro of Food and Wine"

~ To Benefit ~
The New West Symphony's Children's Programs
Sunday, September 22, 2002 . 3:00 p.m.

Dinner Prepared By:
2087 An American Bistro
Fins Restaurant Group, Westlake Village/Calabasas
Granita Restaurant, Malibu
Patina Restaurant, Los Angeles
Thai Westlake Cuisine, Westlake Village
The Landing Grill & Sushi Bar, Westlake Village 		Wines With Dinner:
Bonny Doon 2000 Vin de Glaciere Muscat
Consilience 2000 Zinfandel
Far Niente 2000 Chardonnay
Hitching Post 2000 Pinot Noir
Joseph Phelps 1983 Insignia, Auction Reserve
Michaud 1998 Chardonnay
Roederer Estate Sparkling Wine N.V.

Wine Auction to include the following: 1996 Joseph Phelps Insignia Auction Reserve - Imperial, 1998 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon - Double Magnum, 1994 Diamond Creek Volcanic Hill - Imperial, 1993 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon - Double Magnum, Opus One Vertical, '80's Mouton-Rothschild Vertical, 1985 California Cabernet Horizontal, 1848 Chateau Lafite, 1947 Chateau Lafleur and manly others.

Auction items will also include exclusive trips, private wine tastings,
gourmet wine dinners, private yacht outings and winemaker dinners.

Patio dining. Ladies, please bring a wrap.
Seating is limited to 150 guests. Please respond by SEPTEMBER 9, 2002
Valet parking will be available.

Coming from Santa Barbara on the 101 Fwy... take the Wendy Dr. turnoff and go left (south) to Potrero.
Go left at Potrero Road and the house is 1 mile on the right.
Coming from the Valley on the 101 Fwy... take the Westlake Blvd. turnoff and go left to Potrero Road.
Turn right and go six miles to the Miller residence on the left.


About the New West Symphony...
Led by internationally renowned music director Boris Brott, the New West Symphony plays more than 30 performances yearly for more than 50,000 people throughout Ventura County and the surrounding areas.
~
The New West Symphony also brings music to the classrooms of more than 20,000 children in the Los Angeles and Ventura County areas, most of whom have never been exposed to symphonic music. Your contribution today will help us enrich the lives of more children with the wonderful sounds of music. Thank you for your support!
~



A Symphony of Wine II

A Spectacular Wine Auction Event - Sunday September 22, 2002
At the Hilltop Estate of Tom and Lisa Miller in Hidden Valley.

With a dinner prepared by some of the most celebrated chefs in the
region, and served with wines of distinction from California's finest vineyards.

Benefiting the Youth Programs of The New West Symphony

Following is a brief description of the incredible lots being offered,
including fine wines, outstanding trips and exceptional lifestyle opportunities.

A Symphony of Wine II - Auction Items List, September 22, 2002

LOT 1 - Ten Bordeaux First Growths from Some of Their Greatest Years LOT 2 - An Imperial (6L) of 1998 Fife Vineyards Spring Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

LOT 3 - A Romantic Evening for Two in Westlake Village LOT 4 - Three Magnums of 1997 Diamond Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (Gravelly Meadow, Red Rock Terrace & Volcanic Hill)

LOT 5 - 1994 - 1999 Vertical of Kistler Chardonnays, Cuvée Cathleen

LOT 6 - Gourmet Cooking Class & a Case of Sparkling Wine LOT 7 - A Split Case of Gevrey-Chambertin Wines from Burgundy, France LOT 8 - 1985 Horizontal of Blockbuster California Cabernet Sauvignon LOT 9 - Dinner for Four at The Grill Restaurant, Beverly Hills, CA LOT 10 - Magnum of 1980 Opus One, Napa Valley, CA

LOT 11 - Diamond Creek Dèjá Vu - Nine More Great Cabernet Sauvignons LOT 12 - Fabulous Los Olivos Getaway For Four LOT 13 - Imperial (6L) of `96 Joseph Phelps Insignia, "Auction Reserve"

LOT 14 - A Mixed Case of Great California Cabernet Sauvignon LOT 15 - Case of 1998 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap District, and a VIP Tour for Four at the Winery

LOT 16 - A Crisscross Vertical & Horizontal of the Great Cos d'Estournel LOT 17 - Sailing for Six on the 72-Foot Yacht, Deerfoot II, with Food & Wine LOT 18 - Salmanazar (9L) of `95 Sanford Pinot Noir (Etched & Painted)

LOT 19 - Six Bottles of the Phenomenal 1947 Chateau Lafleur, Pomerol, Bordeaux, France ($5,000 Minimum Bid)

LOT 19-A - 1947 Chateau Lafleur, One Bottle - A Special Lottery

LOT 20 - Three Magnums of 1994 Diamond Creek Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Gravelly Meadow, Red Rock Terrace & Volcanic Hill)

LOT 21 - Dinner for Ten at Toscana Ristorante in Brentwood with Classic Italian and Italian Varietal - Style Wines to Accompany Your Feast Lot 22 - Five Liter Bottle of 1999 Qupé Syrah, Bien Nacido Vineyard, Hillside Estate

LOT 23 - A Double Magnum of 1998 Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon

LOT 24 - Six Bottles, 1993 - 1998, of Opus One, Napa Valley, CA

LOT 25 - Six Bottles of 1998 Opus One, Napa Valley, CA

LOT 26 - A Fabulous Barge Cruise (Five Nights & Six Days) on the "Tigre Rose" in Europe for Six

LOT 27 - Two Magnums of 1998 Sine Qua Non "Veiled" Pinot Noir, Shea Vineyard, Boxed Set

LOT 28 - Magnificent Artwork and a Glorious Weekend at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City LOT 29 - A 750 ml Bottle of 1848 Chateau Lafite, Pauillac, Bordeaux

LOT 30 - 35 - Six Mixed Cases of Classic California and French Wines LOT 36 - Racing the Wind on the High Seas (For Six) on the "Lina" Racing Sailboat along with Gourmet Lunch & Wines, Ventura, CA

LOT 37 - Dinner for Four at the Hitching Post Restaurant, Buellton, CA

LOT 38 - One Double Magnum (3 Liters) of 1998 Hartley-Ostini Hitching Post Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills and Gold Coast Vineyards

LOT 39 - One Double Magnum (3 Liters) of 1993 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Etched and Signed

LOT 40 - Gourmet Dinner and Wine for Six at "2087 An American Bistro, " Thousand Oaks, CA

LOT 41 - A Methuselah (6 Liters) of Roederer Brut Premiere Champagne

LOT 42 - An Imperial (6 Liters) of 1994 Diamond Creek Volcanic Hill

LOT 43 - Dinner for Six at Mandevilla Restaurant, Westlake Village, CA Plus Three Magnums of Incredible Wine

LOT 44 - A Double Magnum of 1993 Rosenthal Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon in a Hand Painted Bottle

LOT 45 - Three Double Magnums of Wild Horse Wines, Tour, Tasting & Lunch for Six at the Vineyard

LOT 46 - A Case of 1995 Faiveley Grand Cru Burgundies, Nuits St.-Georges LOT 47 - Champagne Dinner for Eight by the Ocean

LOT 48 - An Au Bon Climat Day to Remember: Tour, Tasting and Lunch for Eight Prepared by Jim Clendenen ("The Mind Behind") Including Four Fabulous Magnums of his Ultra Premium Wines, The "Blue Series"

LOT 49 - Melisse Restaurant Dinner for Four With Two Magnums of Wine

LOT 50 - Four Season Tickets to the New West Symphony & One Magnum of 1988 M. Chapoutier Côte Rôtie, Specially Etched for our Symphony of Wine Auction

LOT 51 - One 750 ml bottle of 1993 Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon

LOT 52 - Bay area Fantasy Trip for Two with Three Nights at a Private Suite on Nob Hill, a Chefs Tasting Dinner at the Fifth Floor Restaurant and Private Tours and Tastings at Schramsberg and Duckhorn Wineries

LOT 53 - A Romantic Getaway at "JUST Inn" with Dinner for Two and Barrel Tastings of Justin Vineyards Wine Varietals

LOT 54 - Ten - Vintage Vertical (1981989) of Ch. Mouton-Rothschild with Private Dinner for Ten in the Boardroom of Sherwood Country Club
For reservation information call: Diana Malmquist @ 818.889.6169
E-mail - DiMalmquist@MSN.com


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