Welcome to Canine Partners For Life

Eleventh Annual Wine Auction

Check out our Hot Lots below!

April 18, 2009 6:00-10:00pm
at Dansko Headquarters
33 Federal Road
West Grove, PA 19390

Tickets are $125 per person ($50.00 is tax deductible)

Join us for an evening of hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer while enjoying the silent and live auction all to benefit a good cause. If you are not an avid wine collector don’t worry this event is also for the casual wine connoisseur. We will have plenty of non-wine related items to appeal to that significant other who might not be as attracted to the wines. Don’t miss the fantastic wines, vacation getaways, fine art and collectibles up for bid.

This is a fantastic opportunity to visit Dansko, Inc.’s new "green" LEED certified building. Dansko, Inc. has generously provided their facilities as our event sponsor. In keeping with Dansko’s environmentally friendly values we are making this a “green” event. We ask that are guests come in garden party or cocktail attire. Show your personal “Green-i-tude” in your wardrobe. We also hope that you will purchase tickets via our web-site. Make your reservations by April 1, 2009.

We are very pleased to have Mr. Rick Reeves of Hockessin Wine and Spirits as our Honorary Chairperson for the event. We will have wine pourings from Hockessin Wine and Spirits, Twin Brook Winery and Paradocx Vineyard.

If you are interested in being a sponsor of this event please complete the Sponsorship Form below. We are also looking for donations of collectible wines, vacation packages and many other items. See the list of Auction Ideas for other ways you can help support Canine Partners For Life.

There will be plenty of service dogs and service dogs in training at the event. You could even win the chance to name a service dog in training. Stay tuned for details.

Event Sponsor
Mr. and Mrs. C. Rich Diffenderffer

Bordeaux Sponsors
Mrs. J. Maxwell Moran
Mr. Gerret and Mrs. Tatiana Copeland

Cabernet Sponsor

Dansko, Inc.

Pinot Noir Sponsor
Ms. Carol Ware Gates
Mrs. Christopher L. Moseley

For questions or additional information on sponsorship and donation opportunities contact Anita Edwards at (610) 869-4902 Ext. 225 or email specialevents@k94life.org.

Wine Donation Form
Non Wine Donation Form
Sponsorship Form
Ticket Reservation Form
Auction Ideas

We are planning on a really fun shindig at the new green LEED Certified Dankso Headquarters building in West Grove, PA. The evening will be fun-filled with plenty of great food, fabulous wines and plenty of puppies for all to enjoy. The silent and live auction will be worth waiting for!

Stop back peridodically for updates or contact Anita at specialevents@k94life.org to find out about our sponsorship opportunities and information on donations or call her at 610/869-4902 x 225.

We look forward to seeing you in the spring!!

Hot Lots!

Gotta Bid on this one!!!! One 750ml bottle 2001 Ramey Jericho Canyon Vineyard Napa Valley . A blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, and 19% Cabernet Franc from a vineyard near Calistoga. A superb effort, it boasts a saturated purple color along with an extraordinary smoky rose revealing scents of roasted coffee, melted licorice, graphite, and copious amounts of blackberry and casis liqueur. The palate is full-bodied, with layers of flavor, tremendous purity, high tannin, and impeccable richness. Robert Parker – 97 Points. Winemaker David Ramey is widely acknowledged to be among the wine pioneers whose efforts helped raise the bar for all American winemakers and brought California to the forefront of the international wine world.
CHEF’S TASTING DINNER Chef's Tasting Dinner for four (including wines) at Harry's Savoy Grill in Willmington , DE or Harry's Seafood Grill in Willmington , DE . Reservations required.
SOAR OVER BUCKS IN TRANQUILITY One person Glider Ride with one of our recipients! Take off from Van Sant airport in Erwinna , PA with a hook up to a tow plane for a tow to 5,000 feet. Enjoy the best scenery during the months of May to June or September through October while you soar above the beautiful country side over Bucks County , PA. Soar around as long as the lift allows for up to one hour of pure flight without the noise of an engine. There is a 240 lb weight limit to fly in the glider.
A FAMILY AFFAIR AT MYRTLE BEACH Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is where you’ll find yourself relaxing. You will stay in a beautiful four bedroom, three bath house that sleeps eight people and has an ocean view at The Ocean Lakes Family Campground. This is the largest and most complete family campground on the East Coast. Among the amenities, there is one mile of privately owned beachfront, 8 fresh water lakes, a recreation center, mini golf, Olympic size pools including two kiddie pools and one indoor pool. Everyone will enjoy the Sandy Harbor Splash Zone, and many other amenities. The successful bidder must be flexible with available dates. Selected dates available.
PRIVATE WINE TASTING Wine tasting for 15-20 people at Deerfield Fine Wines in the Shoppes at Louviers, Newark , DE . To include cheese and wines. Date to be agreed by both parties and to take place Monday through Thursday.
PRUNE AWAY! Take care of those overgrown trees with a half day of tree service from Madsen Tree Service, LLC. Services include tree and limb removal, pruning and trimming, and stump grinding. This certificate expires December 30, 2009 and is limited to Southern Chester County. .
FULL BODIED RED One bottle 2001 Alban Syrah Edna Reva. Wine Spectator 94 points and ranked #50 in Top 100 Wines in 2006. Only 2,000 cases made. This wine exhibits aromas of blackberry, violet, bacon fat, smoked meat and mocha. Then super sweet, chewy and lush, with explosive dark berry flavor complicated by game, chard oak, mocha and saline nuance. Alban Vineyards is located in beautiful Edna Valley , Alban specializes in Syrah, Grenache, Marsanne, Viognier, and Roussanne.
SEVEN COULD BE YOUR LUCKY NUMBER! One bottle 2005 Stags Leap Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon, one bottle 1997 A. Rafanelli Red Zinfandel, one bottle 2006 Colonial Estate Envoy, one bottle 2004 Black Rock white, one bottle 2001 Zind-Humbrecht Gewürztraminer, one bottle 2005 Staete Landt Pinot Noir, one bottle 2004 Black Rock Red.
A SAMPLE OF SPANISH WINES One bottle Faustino I 1996 Gran Reserva Rioja, One bottle Clos Mogador 2004 Priorat (Wine Advocate 96+ pts), One bottle Bodega Matarredonda 2004 Libranza Toro (Wine Advocate 94 pts), One bottle Lan 2001 Vina Lanciano Reserva Rioja, One bottle Lan 2005 Limitada Rioja (Wine Spectator 91 pts), One bottle Lan 2004 Culmen Reserva Rioja (Wine Spectator 96 pts).
COUNTRY COMFORT AND BEAUTY Handmade Amish queen size quilt (made for high profile mattresses) in the "postage stamp around the world" pattern. Three coordinating throw pillows in the "log cabin" pattern.
TOP RATED SELECTION One bottle Bergstrom 2006 Cumberland Reserve Pinot Noir (Wine Spectator 91 pts), one bottle Ponzi 2005 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, one bottle Domaine Coteau 2006 Eola-Amity Hills Reserve Pinot Noir, one bottle Archery Summit 2006 Premier Cuvee Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, one bottle Domaine Serene 2005 Evenstadl Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir (Wine Spectator 92 pts), and one Patton Valley Vineyards 2005 Oregon Pinot Noir (Wine Spectator 91 pts).
LONG WEEKEND IN THE SAND Enjoy a long weekend (Thursday – Monday) in a private home on Rehoboth Beach , Delaware . Accommodations include five bedrooms, five baths and a wonderful view from the living area on the 2nd floor. Dates are limited to April 23rd through May 15th or October 1st through November 20th 2009. Expires November 20, 2009.
FRUIT FORWARD CALIFORNIA CHARDONNAY One case of 2006 George Scott "Elisabeth" Chardonnay. Limited second release. Brilliant Chardonnay with floral aromas with hints of Meyer lemon, vanilla and walnut with a touch of fresh lime.
UNBELIEVABLE TASTE One 3 Liter 2005 Faust Cabernet Sauvignon. 2005 was a long relatively cool year, ideal weather for Cabernet Sauvignon in Napa Valley. Mild summer weather followed a slightly early spring bud break. Cool weather in early September extended the growing season well into October. At harvest, the grapes were intensely fruity, with good concentration. The grapes are double sorted and crushed at Quintessa then cold macerated and fermented in oak and stainless steel tanks. Faust is aged for 18 months in 30% new and 70% one-year-old French oak.
BEAUTIFUL BETHANY BEACH One week's stay in Bethany Beach, Delaware. This private beachfront home in Bethany Beach accommodates ten. The home includes five bedrooms, each with a private bath. Dates are limited to mid September 2009 to early October 2009. No pets allowed, although service dogs are welcome. Donated by Mrs. Carol K. Diffenderffer
Authentic NHL hockey stick autographed by Keith Primeau, former Captain of the Philadelphia Flyers and two time NHL All-Star.
Seven nights at Disney's Hilton Head Resort. Accommodations for four people. Master suite with king-size bed and whirlpool tub, Queen-size sleeper sofa in living room. Reservations subject to availability and can be made January through December. Airfare is not included.
A Cole Hamels 2008 World Series MVPs autographed baseball. In the 2008 season Cole Hamels had a 3.09 ERA, 196 strike outs, 14 wins and 10 losses.
Enjoy a long weekend (Thursday – Monday) in a private home on Rehoboth Beach , Delaware . Accommodations include five bedrooms, five baths and a wonderful view from the living area on the 2nd floor. Dates are limited to April 23rd through May 15th or October 1st through November 20th 2009. Expires November 20, 2009.
One week’s stay at an Orlando Vacation home. A three bedroom, three bath townhouse in the gated Windsor Palms – Peter Pan’s Escape community. Situated just 2 miles from Disneyworld this home is loaded with amenities. Accommodations include a full kitchen, washer and dryer, club house, exercise room, pool, spa, internet and PlayStation. Shuttles available to the parks. Excludes Easter and Christmas holidays, all dates are subject to availability.
You will love these two mischievous Labradors hanging on your wall. This original watercolor "Double Trouble" by Susan Bankey Yoder, is the featured artwork for the Eleventh Annual Wine Auction. Framing is courtesy of The Station Gallery in Greenville , Delaware .
One week's stay in Bethany Beach, Delaware. This private beachfront home in Bethany Beach accommodates ten. The home includes five bedrooms, each with a private bath. Dates are limited to mid September 2009 to early October 2009. No pets allowed, although service dogs are welcome.
We have many collectible wines that will be up for auction in many price ranges.