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Cellar Masters’ Wine Auction & Dinner

Friday, April 25, 2025
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Chase Center on the Riverfront
815 Justison Street
Wilmington, DE (Map)

The event is almost sold out! To inquire about seat availability, please contact Regina Dodds.

April 25, 2025, from 6 pm to 10 pm.

Join us as we celebrate 20 years of this elegant Dinner and exclusive Wine Auction!

Experience a sophisticated evening at our exclusive fundraiser, featuring:

  • Passed hors d’oeuvres to start the night
  • A gourmet four-course dinner with expertly paired fine wines
  • Courses prepared and introduced by visiting award-winning chefs
  • A live auction with premier wines, top shelf spirits and luxury travel packages – See Featured Trips
  • Live entertainment to enhance your evening
  • Personalized seating options for an intimate experience

Honorary Chairs

Vaughn-Hardin

Vaughn Hardin
CMWA Founder

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Rob Poppiti
Co-Chair

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Bill Stimson
Co-Chair



Participating Chefs

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Jeff Alexander
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI

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Kelly Fernandes
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI

Ollie-Bass

Ollie Bass
Faber
London, England

 

Robert Lhulier

Robert Lhulier
Brandywine Brasserie
Sardella Mediterranean Cantina
Wilmington, Delaware

 

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Michael Doyle, Executive Chef
Chase Center on the Riverfront
Wilmington, Delaware

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Kevin O’Donnell
Guisto Newport
Newport, Rhode Island

 


Wine and Cocktail Pours

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Bootleg Winery

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Entertainment

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Lead Sponsors


Vineyard Connoisseurs

Dr. Jonathan & Mrs. Cara Burke

Vance Kershner

Kathy and Dan Dugan

Bill and Helen Stimson

Friends of Meals On Wheels DE

 

Young, Conaway Stargatt & Taylor


Marquee Sponsor

DelawareToday

Transportation Sponsor

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Grand Wine Master Sponsors

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Mike and Cindy Barko

Rob and Kristin Poppiti

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Fulton Private Bank logo

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Master Sommeliers

Aston Pools

Grace DeCoske Chateau de Pommard

Dr. Gregory and Mrs. Kate DeMeo

Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate, The Crifasi Group,
and Mike Clement, REALTOR

Bill Galbraith

Pat and Greg Schulze

Heather and Vaughn Hardin

Prestige Ledroit Distributing Co.

Innovative Hospitality Solutions

 


Wine Collector

Capital One Steve & Jane Goldberg Michael T. Schubert 
Mr. Dale Cochran & Dr. Todd Cochran Mrs. Maria Kohler Mockbee Steele Appliance Center
John and Diane Danzeisen Jeff Poli Peter Thomson
Susan Teiser & Patrick Giacomini Charles S. Reskovitz, Inc. University & Whist Club

Wine Enthusiasts

Kathy and Jim Berg Gary Gunderson Ed and Elyse Reznick
BreakThru Beverage Ms. Carol M Hunter Craig Schwartz & Elizabeth Barry
Dreyfus Ashby & Co Jackson Family Fine Wines Tsionas

Stay in Style for the Cellar Masters’ Wine Auction 

Make your evening even more memorable with a stay at our Hotel Partner – The Westin Wilmington: 818 Shipyard Drive, Wilmington, DE 19801

Special Guest Rate: $165 per night
Available for the evening of Friday, April 25

Take advantage of this exclusive offer to relax and unwind after a night of exquisite cuisine, fine wines, and lively bidding!

Room block is limited, so book early—first come, first served.

Reservations Contact:
Chakira Negro, Director of Sales and Marketing
D: 302.397.5504
E: chakira.negro@westinwilmington.com

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