5/31 - Daryl Groom, Terry Hall,

Daryl Groom - Winemaker - Australian Premium Wines

Prior to his current ventures, Daryl was Senior Winemaker for Penfolds in Australia where he oversaw the making of Penfolds famed red wine, Grange. He was the Executive Winemaker for Peak Wines International that owned both Geyser Peak and Wildhorse Wineries. (1990-2005) and then Senior VP of Operations and Winemaking, for Beam Wine Estates (2006/2007). Daryl’s passion for wine sees him judging at 6 international wine shows. He has been a guest speaker on the Queen Mary 2 and Seabourne cruise lines. He has also been a repeat guest on E television in the USA. Daryl resides in the USA. In addition to being "Flying Winemaker" for Groom, Daryl is Winemaker and Principal of an exciting new winery project in San Francisco, Foggy Bridge Winery. Prior to this he has held numerous positions in the Wine Industry including Vice President of Winemaking & Operations for Peak Wines International and Beam Wine Estates and both Senior White Winemaker and then Senior Red Winemaker for Penfolds Wines in Australia.  His foundation was producing Penfolds famed red wine, Grange, which he oversaw from 1984 until his move to the USA in 1990. Daryl makes regular trips back to South Australia to oversee all winemaking operations for Groom to ensure the highest quality product. Daryl’s passion for wine sees him judging and 5 international wine shows. He has been a guest speaker on the Queen Mary 2 and Seabourne cruise lines. He has also been a repeat guest on E television in the USA.
http://www.groomwines.com/  /   http://www.dxgwines.com/
 
 
Terry Hall - Communications Director - Napa Valley Vintner's Association

Auction Napa Valley 2010 - The American Wine Classic  - Napa Valley's vintners are known for their generosity, supporting fundraisers around the country and the globe with their legendary wines. But there's nothing quite like reveling with the people behind the wines in the place they call home, as they proudly share their finest wines and warmest hospitality in their favorite place. At Auction Napa Valley, you are our guests for four days, and when you return home, it's with memories to last a lifetime and some of Napa Valley's finest wines.  But the magic is just beginning when the weekend winds down, as the proceeds from Auction Napa Valley go on to support scores of incredible non-profit programs.  Since 1981, members of the Napa Valley Vintners and the Napa Valley community have rallied together to offer, each June, an experience unlike any other. What started as a small event has grown into one of the world's most renowned wine auctions—with more than 350 wineries and 550 community volunteers now taking par—yet remains true to its goal of raising funds for healthcare, housing and youth services non-profits: Auction Napa Valley has given $90 million in proceeds to date.  We warmly invite you to join us for some amazing festivities this June in celebration of our 30th Auction Napa Valley