Maui Strong Fund Live Auction

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at The Matheson

The Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience is excited to unveil an unparalleled opportunity: bidding on the ultimate Hawaii trip of a lifetime—all for a good cause!

Through the generosity of donors, we are proud to present two extraordinary lots to benefit Maui Strong Fund which offers vital financial assistance for the recovery efforts following the devastating wildfires in Maui, aiding both immediate and long-term recovery needs for affected individuals and areas.

Join us in celebrating the spirit of generosity and community as we extend our support to the Maui Strong Fund.

Please see below for the live auction lots that will be featured during Guy’s Big Bottle Party at Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience May 18, 2024 at 10:30 PM.

Proxy bidding is now open until 9pm PT on Saturday, May 18.

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Live Auction Lots

  • Lot # 1

    Retail Value Over $20,000

    • Four Seasons Resort Maui, 4-night stay

    • Two (2) First Class Alaska Airline Tickets

    • Two (2) Tickets to Maui Gold Pineapple Package Tour

    • Two (2) Tickets to The Chocolate Factory Experience at Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate

    • Two (2) Priority Admission tickets to La Vida Vino at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa + Signed Cookbook

    • Bradford Brenner Painting: ‘Mahalo Maui 1' oil on canvas, 24” x 30”

    • New West KnifeWorks Teton Edge Santoku

    • 3 Magnums of Aperture Cellars Soil Series Wines, signed by Jesse Katz

  • Lot # 2

    Retail Value Over $ 28,500

    • Fairmont Kea Lani, Oceanfront 2 Bedroom Villa for 3-nights

    • Two (2) First Class Alaska Airline Tickets

    • Two (2) Tickets to Maui Gold Pineapple Package Tour

    • Two (2) Tickets to The Chocolate Factory Experience at Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate

    • Two (2) Priority Admission tickets to La Vida Vino at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa + Signed Cookbook

    • Bradford Brenner Painting: ‘Mahalo Maui 2' oil on canvas, 24” x 30”

    • New West KnifeWorks Teton Edge Santoku

    • Kosta Browne Winery Tasting Experience for 8

The Details

  • Lot # 1

    A Four Night Accommodation in an Ocean View Room at the Four Seasons Resort Maui

    Experience elevated luxury at Maui’s most glamorous Beach Resort. Celebrate the wonders of Maui in Four Seasons Resort Maui open-air beachfront Resort – and allow their team to pamper you in the spirit of Aloha. Inhale the fragrance of plumeria as you dip into their adults-only infinity pool. Or set out to explore the island; Four Seasons Resort Maui will customize each step of your journey, then welcome you back to unwind in the most spacious accommodations on the island.

    Alaska Airlines First Class Airline Tickets for 2

    Kickstart your Hawaii vacation with two first-class tickets from Alaska Airlines, valid for travel to any destination served by Alaska Airlines or Horizon Airlines (as per AlaskaAir.com). Book your tickets by May 18, 2025, and embark on a journey of luxury and comfort as you make your way to paradise.

    This is Gonna Be Sweet: Maui Gold Pineapple Package Tour for 2

    Experience the magic of upcountry Maui at the beautiful Hali’imaile farm with Maui Gold Pineapple! Get a firsthand look at a working pineapple farm with this exclusive package, which includes a $250 Gift Card to the Maui Pineapple store so you can send the sweetness of Maui to your 'ohana by shipping their delicious pineapples to your doorstep. Plus, explore our carefully curated selection of pineapple-inspired gifts, authentic made-in-Hawaii products, and official Maui Gold Pineapple gear.

    The Chocolate Factory Experience at Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate for 2

    Join Maui Ku'ia Estate from Bean to Bar! Get the inside story of how chocolate is made from Founder and CEO, Dr. Gunars Valkirs. Walk through the chocolate factory as he explains the steps of production!

    Along the way, you will taste samples from different steps of the chocolate manufacturing process that are not otherwise available to the public. Then taste the finished chocolate, 3 squares of our Maui Grown chocolate and 4 more of your own choosing! For an additional charge, enjoy alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage pairings with your tasting. Each guest will also receive a $25 gift card for to purchase chocolate in the factory store or on their website.

    For those 21 years of age and older, alcoholic beverages are available in the upstairs pavilion for pairing with the chocolate tasting selections for an additional charge. A valid photo ID will be required for any alcoholic beverage service.

    Hawaii Food & Wine Festival - Two (2) Priority Admission tickets to La Vida Vino at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa + a Signed Hawaii Food & Wine Festival Cookbook

    The Hawaii Food & Wine Festival on Kannapali, Maui from October 25-27, 2024, is the premier culinary event in the Pacific. Co-founded by James Beard Award-winning chefs Roy Yamaguchi and Alan Wong, it showcases Hawaii's agricultural diversity and culinary talent through 20+ events featuring over 150 renowned chefs and producers. The Festival emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, connecting farmers and attendees.

    Bradford Brenner Painting ‘Mahalo Maui 1', oil on canvas, 24" x 30"

    Bradford Brenner has been a professional artist for the last 34 years. His work has been featured in numerous galleries, museums and art publications. His paintings can be found in private and corporate collections throughout the world. Brenner’s gallery and studio is located on the historic Plaza in Healdsburg, CA.

    “Sonoma County experienced, first hand, the life altering effects a wild fire can have on a community. If you were fortunate enough not to lose everything, you certainly knew friends and families close to you that did. From sorrow and loss came hope and connection. The devastation suffered by Maui, is unimaginable. In response, I was moved to create two unique oil paintings that I can only hope will bring joy and aid in the monumental rebuilding of the magnificent Island of Maui and the people most in need.” — Bradford Brenner, Artist.

    New West KnifeWorks Teton Edge Santoku in Huckleberry

    For pro and home chefs who want more than a super sharp blade, but a knife with story. New West KnifeWorks East meets New West — an all purpose chef knife. This Japanese-style blade takes its name from the “three virtues” of slicing, dicing, and mincing. The Teton Edge Santoku represents an evolution in the history of blade design. The "Edge" replaces the traditional santoku "dimple grind" with an etched homage to the iconic Teton Mountain range of Jackson Hole. Like a traditional dimple grind, the Teton Edge helps the blade slice smoothly through food without sticking, but the Edge does it even better. Heat generated in traditional machine-grinding the dimples can disrupt and distort the precision of the steel's heat treatment. Our solution: a proprietary cold process used to etch the "Edge" which enhances the performance while optimizing the steel. The Teton Edge celebrates the spirit of Jackson Hole, New West Knifeworks's home, both visually and functionally, while redefining the cutting edge of peak performance.

    3 Magnums of Aperture Cellars Soil Series Wines, signed by Jesse Katz

    Honing his craft at renowned establishments such as Petrus, Screaming Eagle, and Viña Cobos, Winemaker at Aperture Cellars, Jessie Katz stands as a luminary in the world of wine. Recognized as a Wine Enthusiast 40 Under 40 Tastemaker and a Wine Spectator Rising Star, he also made history as the inaugural winemaker to grace Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list.

    The Aperture Cellars Soil Series Wines contains one each of the following wines:

    • 2016 Aperture Cabernet Sauvignon 1.5L

    • 2018 Aperture Cabernet Sauvignon 1.5L

    • 2018 Aperture Bordeaux Red Blend 1.5L

    Donors: Four Seasons Resort Maui, Alaska Airlines, Maui Gold Pineapple, Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate, Hawaii Food & Wine Festival, Bradford Brenner, New West KnifeWorks, Aperture Cellars

  • Lot # 2

    A Three Night Accommodation at an Oceanfront 2-Bedroom Villa at the Fairmont Kea Lani

    Experience luxury Wailea Maui hotel accommodations with spectacular ocean and sunset views at Fairmont Kea Lani, Hawaii's only all-suite and villa oceanfront resort. Relax and enjoy the additional space and privacy of their family friendly suites and luxury beach villas. This package includes daily breakfast and valet parking.

    Alaska Airlines First Class Airline Tickets for 2

    Kickstart your Hawaii vacation with two first-class tickets from Alaska Airlines, valid for travel to any destination served by Alaska Airlines or Horizon Airlines (as per AlaskaAir.com). Book your tickets by May 18, 2025, and embark on a journey of luxury and comfort as you make your way to paradise.

    This is Gonna Be Sweet: Maui Gold Pineapple Package Tour for 2

    Experience the magic of upcountry Maui at the beautiful Hali’imaile farm with Maui Gold Pineapplem! Get a firsthand look at a working pineapple farm with this exclusive package, which includes a $250 Gift Card to the Maui Pineapple store so you can send the sweetness of Maui to your 'ohana by shipping their delicious pineapples to your doorstep. Plus, explore our carefully curated selection of pineapple-inspired gifts, authentic made-in-Hawaii products, and official Maui Gold Pineapple gear.

    The Chocolate Factory Experience at Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate for 2

    Join Maui Ku'ia Estate from Bean to Bar! Get the inside story of how chocolate is made from Founder and CEO, Dr. Gunars Valkirs. Walk through the chocolate factory as he explains the steps of production!

    Along the way, you will taste samples from different steps of the chocolate manufacturing process that are not otherwise available to the public. Then taste the finished chocolate, 3 squares of our Maui Grown chocolate and 4 more of your own choosing! For an additional charge, enjoy alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage pairings with your tasting. Each guest will also receive a $25 gift card for to purchase chocolate in the factory store or on their website.

    For those 21 years of age and older, alcoholic beverages are available in the upstairs pavilion for pairing with the chocolate tasting selections for an additional charge. A valid photo ID will be required for any alcoholic beverage service.

    Hawaii Food & Wine Festival - Two (2) Priority Admission tickets to La Vida Vino at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa + a Signed Hawaii Food & Wine Festival Cookbook

    The Hawaii Food & Wine Festival on Kannapali, Maui from October 25-27, 2024, is the premier culinary event in the Pacific. Co-founded by James Beard Award-winning chefs Roy Yamaguchi and Alan Wong, it showcases Hawaii's agricultural diversity and culinary talent through 20+ events featuring over 150 renowned chefs and producers. The Festival emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, connecting farmers and attendees.

    Bradford Brenner Painting ‘Mahalo Maui 2', oil on canvas, 24" x 30"

    Bradford Brenner has been a professional artist for the last 34 years. His work has been featured in numerous galleries, museums and art publications. His paintings can be found in private and corporate collections throughout the world. Brenner’s gallery and studio is located on the historic Plaza in Healdsburg, CA.

    “Sonoma County experienced, first hand, the life altering effects a wild fire can have on a community. If you were fortunate enough not to lose everything, you certainly knew friends and families close to you that did. From sorrow and loss came hope and connection. The devastation suffered by Maui, is unimaginable. In response, I was moved to create two unique oil paintings that I can only hope will bring joy and aid in the monumental rebuilding of the magnificent Island of Maui and the people most in need.” — Bradford Brenner, Artist.

    New West KnifeWorks Teton Edge Santoku in Sunburst

    For pro and home chefs who want more than a super sharp blade, but a knife with story. New West KnifeWorks East meets New West — an all purpose chef knife. This Japanese-style blade takes its name from the “three virtues” of slicing, dicing, and mincing. The Teton Edge Santoku represents an evolution in the history of blade design. The "Edge" replaces the traditional santoku "dimple grind" with an etched homage to the iconic Teton Mountain range of Jackson Hole. Like a traditional dimple grind, the Teton Edge helps the blade slice smoothly through food without sticking, but the Edge does it even better. Heat generated in traditional machine-grinding the dimples can disrupt and distort the precision of the steel's heat treatment. Our solution: a proprietary cold process used to etch the "Edge" which enhances the performance while optimizing the steel. The Teton Edge celebrates the spirit of Jackson Hole, New West Knifeworks's home, both visually and functionally, while redefining the cutting edge of peak performance.

    VIP Observations Tasting for 8 at Kosta Browne Winery

    Since the founding of Kosta Browne, over two decades ago, their mission has been to produce the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Join Kosta Browne for a look into their signature approach to winemaking and hospitality with a special winery experience.

    In this private experience, you and your guests will enjoy an in-depth tour of the winery at Kosta and tasting of our most exclusive Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, focusing on the limited Observations Series.

    Donors: Fairmont Kea Lani, Alaska Airlines, Maui Gold Pineapple, Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate, Hawaii Food & Wine Festival, Bradford Brenner, New West KnifeWorks, Kosta Browne Winery