Lot #1: Grand Format Champagne

Veuve Clicquot Brut
One of Champagne's most prestigious houses, Veuve Clicquot- Ponsardin produces classic bubbly—delicate, complex, and balanced. The Methuselah (six- liter) Veuve Clicquot Brut offered here is a true rarity: Champagne is very difficult to produce in such a large bottle … but it's very easy to enjoy! Make this impressive, grand format the star attraction at your next celebration.

One Methuselah
Contributed by LD & Co.
Estimated Value: $600-$800

Lot #2: Ladies Night Out

The breathtakingly beautiful NYIT de Seversky Mansion on Long Island will be the site of a "ladies night out," where the high bidder and her gang of nine (10 in total) will enjoy a night of female bonding. Begin with a cocktail hour at a bar set up exclusively for you. Then adjourn to the dining room for an extraordinary dinner prepared and served by Chef Robert Rizzuto and his staff. Serious or fun – that's up to the hostess, but no men allowed!

Valid Monday - Thursday evenings only; holidays and weekends excluded. Offer expires May 1, 2013.

Dining Experience at the NYIT de Seversky Mansion for 10.
Contributed by the NYIT de Seversky Mansion.
Estimated Value: $3,000

Lot #3: Weekend in New York

Experience New York City in grand style. Spend two nights at the sumptuous Benjamin Hotel, located in the elegantly appointed Emery Roth-designed building on 50th Street and Lexington Avenue and offering every luxury a guest could imagine (be sure to check out their one-of-a-kind " pillow menu"). Enjoy dinner for two, complete with sommelier wine pairings, at Daniel Boulud's db Bistro Moderne, where traditional French cuisine meets the flavors of the American market. A $100 gift card for the Tribeca's Palm restaurant will help satisfy your cravings for prime-aged steaks, jumbo Nova Scotia lobster, premium seafood, and classic Italian specialties. You will become part of The Palm tradition as well, as your caricature is added to the restaurant's legendary caricature collection. Romance – and a little adventure - round out your stay as you enjoy a romantic, twilight tour of New York Harbor aboard the Clipper City, Manhattan by Sail's spectacular topsail schooner. Of course, you will want plenty of mementos of your New York City visit, so this package includes a new Canon PowerShot camera.

Contributed by The Benjamin Hotel, db Bistro Moderne, The Tribeca's Palm Restaurant, Manhattan by Sail.
Estimated Value: $2,500

Lot #4: Past Honorees Collection

Every year, the NYIT Gold Coast Classic honors two vintners for excellence in winemaking. This collection features wines produced by past honorees and showcases the vinous excellence of these fine producers.

• Beringer Vineyards: 2001 Beringer Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (1.5 liter)
• Cakebread Cellars: 2008 Cakebread Dancing Bear Ranch Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (1.5 liter, autographed)
• St. Francis Winery: 2008 St. Francis Lagomarsino Russian River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (autographed by the director of winemaking)
• Gallo Family Vineyards: 2005 Gallo of Sonoma Estate Northern Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon (three liter)
• Shafer Vineyards: 2006 Shafter One Point Five Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon (three liter)
• Louis M. Martini: 2007 Lot No 1 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (two 750-ml)
• Banfi Vintners: 2004 Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino (five liter)

Three double magnums, two magnums, one five-liter, two 750-ml bottles
Estimated Value: $1,500

Lot #5: Balinese Paradise

Amed, Bali Stay Package
Villa Paradiso is an exquisite, private four-bedroom home located on the tranquil northeastern coast of Bali, in the village of Amed. This luxurious villa sits just a few hundred yards from the beach, with stunning ocean views in one direction, and lush river valley and mountain views in the other. It can be your personal paradise for a week if you bid high and bid last!

The main house has three bedrooms (two with king beds and one with two twin beds). There also is a separate, fully self-contained one-bedroom poolside cottage. All bedrooms feature marble-tile bathrooms and air conditioning. The poolside cottage has a private outdoor shower. The main house features a living room with flat-screen television, satellite reception, and DVD and a dining area with sliding glass doors that open out to the pool—the entire house is elegantly decorated with locally made furnishings. Villa Paradiso boasts a beautiful, private 40-foot swimming pool and a small, separate shallow pool for young children. There is also a washer and dryer in a small half-bath.

Guests of Villa Paradiso have complete access to the restaurant and dive center at the neighboring hotel, Apakabar Villa. Meals also may be enjoyed at Bar Pazzo, situated directly across the street from the villa. In addition to accommodations, this package includes airport transport to and from Villa Paradiso, daily housekeeping, daily breakfast at Bar Pazzo, up to four massages at the beautiful day spa next to Villa Paradiso, one special dinner prepared and served at Villa Paradiso, and one diving or snorkeling excursion (equipment included) led by a master diver for up to eight people.

Discover the beauty, culture, and warm, welcoming hospitality of Bali while enjoying a truly unique adventure on this lovely tropical island. Stay package is based on availability and some restrictions may apply. Meals, drinks, phone, excursions, and transportation gratuities not specifically mentioned are not included. Airfare and gratuities are not included. Certificate expires May 3, 2014.

Seven-Night Stay Package for up to Eight People
Contributed by a Friend of NYIT.
Estimated Value: $1,800

Lot #6: Grand Format Cabernet Sauvignon

2009 Caymus Vineyards Special Selection Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
C aymus Vineyards has produced Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon since 1975. Quickly recognized as one of the Napa Valley's elite Cabernet Sauvignons, Caymus Special Selection combines deep fruit and uncommon finesse, enabling virtually every vintage to be accessible on release and still age beautifully. The 2009 Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is an exceptional effort—intensely fruited, superbly complex and supremely harmonious (yes, we wine folks love our adjectives). The Imperial (six-liter) offered here is true rarity—one of only a handful produced.

Six-Liter Caymus Vineyards Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Retail Value: $1,200
Donated by Caymus Vineyards and the Wagner Family of Wine.

Lot #7: SD26 Chef's Table Experience

The Chef 's Table at SD26, Tony May and Marissa May's contemporary and hugely popular Italian restaurant in Manhattan's Flatiron District, is situated in the center of the busy kitchen, where chefs create culinary magic with dazzling speed and precision. They are professionals, so don't try this at home! Experience the excitement and dine royally with this SD26 dinner for six at the Chef 's Table. Executive Chef Matteo Bergamini will be your host for a five-course extravaganza, which also includes sommelier wine selections throughout the meal.

Dinner is to be booked in advance and is not available Saturdays and holidays. Sales tax and gratuity are not included. Expires April 30, 2013.

Dinner for Six
Contributed by Tony May and Marissa May.
Estimated Value: $1,800

Lot #8: Vintages Ending in Five

Five, five, five! Two bottles of outstanding Bordeaux and Burgundy Red Wines from the last three vintages ending in five: 1985, 1995 and 2005.

• 1985 Chateaux Figeac, St.-Emilion (2)
• 1995 J. Raphet Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, Côte de Nuits (2)
• 2005 Chateau Kirwan, Margaux (2)

Six 750-ml Bottles
Contributed by a Lady and a Gentleman.
Estimated Value: $900

Lot #9: The Best of Boston

No, not the band—the city! Forget Beantown; this stay package for two (one couple) is Boston at its cosmopolitan best. Begin with a twonight stay at the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, a spectacular landmark overlooking historic Boston Harbor. Boasting luxurious accommodations, superb amenities, and attentive service, Boston Harbor Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Boston's vibrant waterfront, with easy access to many historical sites and attractions. During the stay, the couple will be treated to a sure-to-be-memorable dinner at Meritage, the hotel's restaurant, renowned for impeccable service, a great wine list, and the fabulous seasonal cuisine of awardwinning Chef (and 2012 Gold Coast Classic Honoree) Daniel Bruce. Also included in this package are theater tickets for two to be enjoyed during the stay.

Stay package is to be scheduled in advance and some restrictions and blackout dates may apply.

Two-Night Stay Package for Two
Contributed By Chef Daniel Bruce.
Estimated Value: $1,200

Lot #10: Ritz-Carlton Royal Prestige Club Adventure

Enjoy the gold standard of hospitality with three, one-night Ritz- Carlton Royal Prestige Club Award certificates—redeemable at more than 45 Ritz-Carlton hotels worldwide. Enjoy vacation bliss at locations ranging from tropical coastal destinations to world-class cities to mountain-cradled retreats. With 100 years of experience, Ritz- Carlton's remarkable service is, by itself, impressive. Ritz-Carlton Club Level is a step above, providing a special guest floor with distinctive amenities, including a separate lounge, dedicated concierge staff, and five complimentary food and beverage presentations throughout the day and evening. Discover vacation bliss at The Ritz-Carlton Resorts. Your award certificates may be used individually or collectively and are valid until May 5, 2013.

Three Nightly Ritz-Carlton Royal Prestige Club Awards
Contributed by David Chapman, Director, Ritz-Carlton Club.
Estimated Value: $3,000-$6,000

Lot #11: Champagne Barbecue

This summer champagne barbecue for 50 at NYIT de Seversky Mansion will be an event to savor. NYIT's Dining Services will prepare all the food and fixings for a fabulous feast … so come hungry! All-beef Angus burgers, garden veggie burgers, lemon-marinated grilled chicken breasts, and corn on the cob will be served hot off the grill. Lawn carts will offer Hebrew National hotdogs as well as sausages and peppers. Chilled stations will provide shrimp cocktail, lobster tails, seasonal vegetables, orzo salad, and mixed green salad. Leave room for dessert, because there will be ice cream bars, watermelon, Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, cotton candy, and snow cones. The beverage selection includes Champagne, domestic and imported beers, soft drinks, and fruit smoothies.

Event is to be scheduled at least one month in advance for a mutually agreeable date, Tuesday – Thursday; weekends are excluded. Rentals are not included; high end-disposables will be provided. Menu substitutions will be provided at additional cost. Event is limited to four hours. No outside music is allowed. Certificate expires June 1, 2013

Barbecue for 50
Contributed by NYIT Dining Services.
Estimated Value: $5,000

Lot #12: Lustau Sherry Collection

Established in 1896, Lustau is best known for bottling individual Sherries from small private holdings. Exceptionally fine and exceptionally rare, Lustau Sherries have become some of the most coveted wines of the region. This eight-bottle Lustau collection includes four Sherries from soleras established more than 100 years ago and bottled to commemorate the firm's centenary in 1996. The following wines comprise the lot:

• Lustau Palo Cortado Single Cask
• Lustau Moscatel Les Cruces 100 Anos
• Lustau Amontillado El Carro Single Cask
• Lustau Amontillado Bodega Viejo 100 Anos
• Lustau Pedro Ximenez Murillo 100 Anos
• Lustau Oloroso Del Tonel 100 Anos
• Lustau Dry Oloroso Single Cask
• Lustau Jerez Moscatel Blanco

Eight 750-ml Bottles
Contributed by Richard Elia.
Estimated Value: $250

Lot #13: Paumanok Vineyards Dinner

Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Paumanok Vineyards is a 103-acre winegrowing estate on the eastern end of Long Island. Owned and managed by Ursula and Charles Massoud and their three sons, Paumanok Vineyards produces classic vinifera wines that capture the unique terroir of the North Fork.

Eight people will dine with Ursula and Charles in the privacy of their home in the vineyard. Begin with a tour of the vineyard and then join the Massouds as NYIT de Seversky Mansion Executive Chef Robert Rizzuto prepares a five-course dinner to pair with some of Paumanok Vineyard's finest wines.

Dinner on a mutually agreeable date is to be scheduled in advance. Available Monday - Thursday evenings only; holidays and weekends are excluded. Certificate expires on May 31, 2013.

Paumanok Vineyard Dinner for Eight
Contributed by Ursula & Charles Massoud and NYIT de Seversky Mansion.
Estimated Value: $3,000

Lot #14: Trip to Caymus Vineyards and the Napa Valley

Napa Valley is considered by many to be the most beautiful vineyard region on Earth. In the heart of this scenic venue is Caymus Vineyards, where the Wagner family produces two exceptional Cabernet Sauvignons and small amount of Zinfandel (because it was founder Charlie Wagner's favorite wine). This trip to Caymus Vineyards and the Napa Valley for six (three couples) starts with roundtrip airfare vouchers for travel to and from the San Francisco Bay Area aboard JetBlue. In the Napa Valley, the couples will stay two nights at Yountville's Vintage Inn, a French country-style inn featuring spacious, lavishly appointed guestrooms just steps from some of the Napa Valley's finest dining and shopping establishments. Caymus Vineyards will welcome you with a private tour and tasting during your stay, to be followed by a lunch hosted by Winemaker Chuck Wagner (or another member of the Wagner family, should Chuck be unavailable). As a memento of the Caymus Vineyards visit, each couple will receive a magnum of Caymus Vineyards Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, personally autographed by Winemaker Chuck Wagner. This visit to Caymus Vineyards and the Napa Valley promises to be unforgettable—your only regret may be that it didn't last longer!

Travel and stay dates must be agreed upon by all parties. Hotel accommodations are based on double occupancy. Participants must be 21 years of age. Certificate expires on May 31, 2013.

Two-Night Napa Valley Stay Package for Six
Contributed by Caymus Vineyards.
Estimated Value: $6,000

Lot #15: Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher Gold Coast Classic Honorees' Lot

Wine lovers from Tribeca to Timbuktu were shocked and saddened in late 2009 when Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher announced they were ending "Tastings," their wine column in the Wall Street Journal. After all, this husband-and-wife team had calmly guided novices and connoisseurs alike through the complex world of wine for 11 years, and their abrupt departure took everyone by surprise.

We are pleased to honor Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher at the 2012 Gold Coast Classic. This honorees' lot includes 12 bottles (a full case) of 2004 Dunham Cellars Columbia Valley Syrah—to which Dorothy and John gave their top rating, "Delicious!" Each bottle is personally autographed by Senior Winemaker Eric Dunham, Dorothy J. Gaiter, and John Brecher. In addition, the high bidder also will receive copies of Love by the Glass: Tasting Notes from a Marriage and Wine for Every Day and Every Occasion, signed by authors Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher.

Twelve 750-ml Bottles and Two Books
Contributed by Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher.
Estimated Value: $1,000

Lot #16: Under the Tuscan Sun: Cortona, Italy Stay

Casa San Francesco is a beautifully restored three-bedroom home located in Cortona, Italy, the hill town made famous by the book and movie Under the Tuscan Sun. Situated just a short walk up the hill from Cortona's main piazza, with its fine restaurants and shops, Casa de Francesco offers wonderful views and a fine "home base" from which to explore the many pleasures of Tuscany during this seven-night stay.

Casa San Francesco's three floors of living space have been lovingly restored and feature three bedrooms, two bathrooms (with showers), a living room with TV, DVD, stereo and bar area, and a modern kitchen. Two bedrooms have queen-sized beds and the third has two twin beds. A sofa bed in the living room can sleep an adult or two small children.

Cortona is ideally situated for exploring Tuscany. The main highway and rail line connecting Florence and Rome run nearby, and the region boasts an abundance of historic sites, Renaissance architecture, fine museums, exceptional wineries, and outstanding restaurants. The owners of Casa San Francesco offer informal "concierge service" to their guests and can arrange unique tours and adventures not normally available to tourists.

Stay is to be scheduled in advance and some restrictions may apply. Airfare and ground transportation are not included. Please note that Cortona is an ancient walled hill town, with many stairs and steep streets, limited parking and no elevators; those with mobility issues may find it a challenge.

Seven-Night Stay for up to Seven
Contributed by a Friend of NYIT.
Estimated Value: $2,000

Lot #17: Long Island Lakeside Champagne Clambake

A Long Island champagne clambake … does life get any better? Enjoy lakeside views at the NYIT de Seversky Mansion while dining on clams, lobster, oysters, and seasonal Long Island delicacies, all prepared and served by NYIT Dining Services. Champagne and shellfish is a match made in heaven, and this clambake includes plenty of Veuve Clicquot Champagne to sip during the feast.

Event is to be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date at least one month in advance, Tuesday – Thursday; Friday - Sunday and holidays are excluded. Rentals are not included; high-end disposables will be provided (hey, it's a clambake). Event is limited to three hours; either noon to 3 p.m., or 4 to 7 p.m. Certificate expires on Aug. 31 2013.

Champagne Clambake for 20
Contributed by NYIT Dining Services.
Estimated Value: $5,000

Lot #18: Ultra Dinner – 1960s

The Stella Room, a private dining room at the legendary Le Cirque in Manhattan's Midtown East, will be the site of the 2012 Ultra Dinner, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012. Le Cirque Chef Craig Hopson will present his exceptional French cuisine in support of a dream selection of wines.

This year's Ultra Dinner, offered by Edward Guiliano, president of NYIT, is the ultimate expression of wines from the 1960s. Every vintage is spectacular; every producer is legendary; every wine is essence of greatness, antiquity, and everlasting youth. The 1969 Echezeaux (Domaine Leroy) is a marvel of balance and length, with slight browning at the rim: it inspires deep meditation and greater conversation, as great wines invariably do. The 1969 Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was, according the man himself, the best wine he produced. It still shows some tannin and structure, and puts to rest the argument that California Cabernets don't age. Vega Sicilia is, uniquely and undeniably, Vegas Sicilia, and the 1968 Vega Sicilia Union is a rarity: a collector's dream and "an undisputed First Growth of Spain." The most dramatic example of the Nebbiolo grape is Barolo; no producer makes a better version than Pio Cesare and no wine better expresses its immortality than the highly concentrated 1964 Pio Cesare Barolo. The five-star 1962 Remoissenet Clos de Vougeot was glorious, deep, and mature in 2005, and this Grand Cru Burgundy still shows extraordinary fruit and depth. What better way to close the Ultra Dinner than with one of the greatest vintages of the 20th century? The 1961 Chateau Leoville-Las Cases is classic and stylish, with an extraordinary near-perfect ripeness and acidity. And because man … and woman … cannot live by red alone, to break up the monotony of one stellar red wine after another, the Ultra Dinner will be punctuated by Champagne, Champagne, and more Champagne!

• 1969 Echezeaux (Domaine Leroy)
• 1969 Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
• 1968 Vega Sicilia Union
• 1964 Pio Cesare Barolo
• 1962 Remoissenet Clos de Vougeot
• The 1961 Chateau Leoville-Las Cases

Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012

$2,000 per couple
Seats are limited

1960s Wine Dinner
Contributed by a Lady and a Gentleman.