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Cellar Masters Wine Auction & Dinner

Friday, April 17, 2026
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Chase Center on the Riverfront
815 Justison Street
Wilmington, DE (Map)

April 17, 2026, 6.00 pm to 10.00 pm

Join us as we celebrate 21 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 

Live entertainment to enhance your evening

Personalized seating options for an intimate experience


Honorary Chairs

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


Wine and Cocktail Pours (coming soon)


Browse our 2025 event photos

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