Raise the Roof 2014
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Four Seasons San Francisco
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By St. George, I Think I'll Take It
A spirited ​basic training for 10​ at Alameda's ​ award-winning St. George Spirits​.

Learn about craft distillation and artisanal spirits at St. George's extraordinary distillery, located in a former naval aircraft hanger.

Guided tour includes a little ​absinthe myth-busting​, learning about ​the shark in the hanger​, and a complimentary ​tasting of their renowned spirits​ in the tasting room.

​Each tour attendee will take home a St. George gin combo pack​ including Terroir Gin, Dry Rye Gin, and Botanivore Gin.

​The winner will receive a bottle of Breaking & Entering Bourbon Whiskey​.
Some restrictions apply.
Value: $500.00
Linden Street Confidential
​two-hour tour​ for 12​ of the exceptional Linden Street Brewery, recognized as one of the Bay Area, premier production craft breweries.

​Sample a variety of beers​--found on tap at more than 100 locations, including ​several Michelin starred restaurants​--and then enjoy complimentary pitchers of your favorites after the tour.

"Adam Lamoreaux is reviving the brewing scene in Oakland" says ​Star Chefs​.

​Take home two six-packs of Linden tonight!
  • Bring a group of up to twelve, and enjoy a tour of the exceptional Linden Street Brewery - recognized as one of the Bay Area's premier production craft breweries, founded by Adam Lamoreaux who was named a "Rising Star" by Star Chefs.
  • Linden Street beer can be found on tap at over a hundred locations, including several Michelin starred restaurants.  You'll sample the excellent beer, and relax with pitchers after the tour.  "Lamoreaux is reviving the brewing scene in Oakland" - Star Chefs.  
By appointment only.
Value: $250.00
Schramsberg Vineyards Tour & Wine

·       A tour for two of  the award-winning, nationally renowned Calistoga winery, one of the premium brands in the production of sparkling wine in California

·       In 1972, Schramsberg's 1969 vintage Blanc de Blancs was served at the “Toast to Peace” in Beijing between Richard Nixon and Chou Enlai; Schramsberg's wines have been served by every subsequent presidential administration.

·       In 1995, Schramsberg was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Festival of Méthode Champenoise, and in 1996 the James Beard Foundation awarded Schramsberg the Wine and Spirits Professional Award for “making a significant impact in the wine and spirits industry.”

·       Take home a bottle of 2005 J. Schram sparkling wine tonight.

 

Value: $360.00
Mascardini Cellars Tasting & Trio
Attend a ​private tasting for as many as six people with colorful winemaker Michael Muscardini​ at the intimate Muscardini Cellars "Red Schoolhouse" tasting room in Kenwood.

Take home this trio of ​spectacular Sonoma Valley wines from classic Italian grape varietals​ tonight:
  • 2012 Pinot Grigio
  • 2012 Rosato di Sangiovese, a standout rose
  • 2010 Sangiovese

Value: $240.00
Case of 2010 Napa Valley Preserve Proprietary Red
​12 bottles of red from the exclusive, members-only Reserve, custom-crafted by Bill Harlan​ for a former member of the Cal Shakes board ans current member of the Reserve.

The Harlan 2001 goes for $550 to $650--if you can find some--and Robert parker gave is ​100 points​.

Made from ​the Valley's best fruit​, these wines are all ​highly sought-after, not-for-sale gems​.

These wines possess ​all the elements of greatness​: individuality, power combined with elegance, extraordinary complexity, remarkable aging potential, and compelling rich flavors.
Case of Napa Valley Preserve Proprietary Red
Value: $350.00
Hanson 2011 Syrah Sextet
Wine & Spirits​ called this Syrah "so delicious," giving it 93 points and adding, "Open a bottle and fall in love"

Showcases ​aromas of violets, blueberry, black pepper, cloves, and lavender​ with hints of oak spice.

​Take home six bottles​ of this extraordinary red for yourself.
Value: $170.00
Magnum of J Champagne (Brut) 2003
Not your standard non-vintage Brut​--as the tiny bubbles burst, they expose the ​sophisticated flavors and nuances​ that have developed while this vintage developed during its decade of aging.

Across your palate will flow a ​"fancy parade"​, says ENObytes.com, of apple, pear, lemon, and freshly grated cinnamon.

​91 rating
Value: $160.00
Case of Three Monkeys 2006 Reverb
​​12 bottles​ of this Napa Valley red made in the style of ​right bank Bordeaux​.

A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franck, and Cabernet Sauvignon inspired by a 1996 Chateau Cheval Blanc.

Each varietal was ​aged separately for 12 months then blended and aged as additional eight months​ in new French oak.

Rich garnet color with a light fruit bouquet, very nice balance and acidity.

​It will age well over the next decade but may be consumed now​.
Case of Three Monkeys 2006 Reverb
Value: $500.00
Magnum of Chateau Montelena 2006 Chardonnay
​Robert Parker says the 2006 is the very best vintage of Napa Chardonnay in the past decade​.

This is the winery whose Chardonnay won the famous ​ 1996 "Judgement of Paris,"​ announcing the arrival of the Napa Valley, California and the U.S. into the first rank of wine producers in the world.

​You cannot help but love this wine!
Magnum of Chateau Montelena 2006 Chardonnay
Value: $110.00
Peju H.B. Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
Peju's flagship wine showcases what Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon can offer: ​ pure fruit expression with concentrated and complex character​.

​98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Merlot​, boasting aromas of opulent black fruit, tobacco, coffee, and toasted notes with hints of leather and cedar on the nose.

​Beautifully focused flavors​ of plum and cocoa.

​Impeccable tiers of flavor​ and structure in the finish linger long after the glass is empty.
Peju H.B. 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon
Value: $225.00