April 17, 2026, 6.00 pm to 10.00 pm

Cellar Masters’ Wine Auction has limited seats remaining. Please contact rdodds@mealsonwheelsde.org to inquire about availability.

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

Special auction item – Two extraordinary Pappy Van Winkle collections will take center stage at the event. First, the “Pappy Prelude” trio—10, 12, and 13 Year expressions—offers a rare chance to experience the early chapters of the Van Winkle legacy. Then comes “Pappy Royalty,” the legendary 15, 20, and 23 Year bourbons—some of the most coveted and collectible whiskeys in the world. For bourbon enthusiasts and serious collectors alike, these are once-in-a-lifetime bidding moments.

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT, however, should you wish to participate with a bid in the Live Auction on both lots, or just one, please reach out to Development Director, Susan Dubb, who will explain the process.

We will be accepting remote bids up to Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 5pm! Contact Susan on 302-658-6281 or sdubb@MealsOnWheelsDE.org.  

Honorary Chairs

Vaughn Hardin CMWA Founder

Rob Poppiti Co-Chair

Bill Stimson Co-Chair

Participating Chefs

Jeff Alexander Johnson & Wales University Providence, RI	Stacy Mirabello MLA, CEPC JWU Providence Campus Providence, RI
Michael Doyle, Executive Chef Chase Center on the Riverfront Wilmington, Delaware	Derek Wagner Nick’s on Broadway Providence, RI
Scott Leibfried Fontana Di Vino Charlotte, NC	Antonio Wormley Little Clam Restaurant Newport, RI

Wine and Cocktail Pours

Wine Pairings

Dry Reisling	Rose
Grand Reserve Cabernet	bouch d’or

Cocktail Reception

	Breakthru Beverage
Chopin

Cocktail Hour Entertainment

Keli Vale & Nick Bucci

Lead Sponsor

Vineyard Connoisseurs

Marquee Sponsor

Grand Wine Master Sponsors

Master Sommeliers

Wine Collector

Wine Enthusiasts

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: $159 per night
Available for the evening of Friday, April 17

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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