evening schedule - columbus zoo and aquarium - home

Evening Schedule

5:30 P.M.RegistRation and CheCk-in

Champagne WelComesilent auCtion

and Wine tasting

7:15 P.M.tasting stations and silent auCtion Close

7:30 P.M.pRogRam and dinneR

7:45 P.M.Live Auction Begins

9:00 P.M.Dessert

Sixth Annual Wine Tasting AuctionOctober 11, 2014

through the collective generosity of guests, sponsors, donors, board members, staff and volunteers, Wine for Wildlife 2013 generated $166,297 to support the Zoo’s conservation Fund.

All of the proceeds were made available to provide grants to the Zoo’s dedicated conservation partners.

Projects supported with proceeds from Wine for Wildlife include:

satellite tracking and social Behavior of the Bornean elephant – sabah

south Luangwa national Park – Zambia

Wetland conservation for cranes and People in the giltchin river Watershed region – russia

rangeland steward & carnivore – Yellowstone national Park, usA

Dama gazelle – chad / niger

south African cavity nesters – south Africa

FunD-A-neeD: the cheetah conservation Fund - namibia - $58,550

Wine for Wildlife 2013 — You Made a Difference!

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium recognizes the generous support of the following patrons and partners.

Patron Tablesthe Andersons

Byrne & Byrne, LLPchristian Laver and Associates

ernst & YoungFifth third Bank

goldman & Braunstein LLPvicki gorley

Hylant groupinterim Healthcare of columbusinternational rhino Foundation

Lightwell, inc.Management network services

elaine Mayohio HealthPoling Law

Preferred capital ManagementMary rosesequent

richard shankDr. Jonathan and Lisa shiroma

state Auto insurance companiesthompson-Hine LLP

s4 netQuestclyde and connie Woodburn

Event Partnerscolumbus Zoo and Aquarium and Docents

gordon Food serviceHeidelberg Distributing company

Lasting impressionsLgc Associates, LLc

Live technologiesruth's chris steak House

The Wilds

Ursula Hermancinski, Auctioneer“…truly an exceptional auctioneer.”

– Robert Mondavi

ursula has been standing at a podium from the very start of her career at christie's in new York. ursula worked as a furniture and decorations generalist until christie’s called upon her to actualize her passion for the grape. in the mid-1990's ursula established christie's new York wine department along with their original auction partner Zachys, the Scarsdale (NY) fine wine mega-retailer. The Zachys-christie’s new York wine auctions set new standards for the American wine auction market. ursula eventually left christie's and jumped into

the high adventures of the dot.com arena. Her pioneering interest in online wine auctions prompted Wine Spectator to profile Ursula in its article "The Changing Face of Auctions."

Ursula has been invited to work most of the country's top ten benefit wine auctions. She became the first woman to take the rostrum at the world famous napa valley Wine Auction and continues to appear annually. in June 2013, ursula worked the stage to hammer down the largest napa valley Wine Auction total to date: $16.9 million - the country's largest benefit wine auction total in history. ursula works personally with record-holding baseball player rusty staub, presiding each year over his foundation’s and the country’s fourth largest wine auction. ursula has also joined forces with celebrity chef emeril Lagasse, Michael J. Fox, Heather Locklear and teri Hatcher.

in addition to banging a gavel, ursula has spoken at a number of wine conferences and symposia, including the Aspen Food & Wine Festival, the international Pinot noir celebration and the American institute of Wine and Food national convention. she has also been featured on cnn’s Marketplace and is a frequent guest on various radio shows dealing with wine and its investment potential. Ursula has been profiled in Wine Spectator, Decanter, Wine & spirits, Drinks, town & country, and glamour magazines. Along with the wine world’s most influential figures in the international wine scene, Ursula is included in Ann B. Matasar’s, Women of Wine (university of california Press), and Vanity Fair magazine included her as a definition in their 2005 Wine Snob’s Dictionary.

ursula is the author of the Wine Lovers guide to Auctions: the Art & science of Buying and selling Wine (square one Publishers).

A Toast to David Reynolds, Auctioneer

David Reynolds was the first voice for Wine for Wildlife. With his inimitable cadence and British accent, he cajoled, tantalized and encouraged us to open our hearts and wallets. Attendees and bidders were introduced to rare and exciting wines, Zoo exclusives, and an unforgettable evening that has become one of the Zoo’s most anticipated events and one of the most valuable to endangered species and habitats worldwide. In five short years, Wine for Wildlife has raised nearly $500,000 which directly supports the Zoo’s conservation efforts around the globe.

sadly, last December, David was abruptly taken from us. He was in London with his mum when he suffered a sudden and fatal heart attack. tonight we honor his memory. We remember the good that he was able to achieve for our Zoo and for wildlife around the globe. We remember his laughing admonition, “no spousal restraint during bidding.” We remember his signature “Fund a need” lot that allowed the Zoo to earmark funds for specific goals. But most of all, we remember his belief that we are all philanthropists at heart and only need to activate our better natures. tonight, we raise a glass for the person and personality who made us believe and made us give so generously in support of Wine for Wildlife.

“He turns the auction tent into a revival meeting with his evangelical zeal. It is an amazing performance...he is my dream auctioneer.”

– Anthony Dias Blue, Bon Appétit Magazine

Lot No. 1

Heart of Africa Range Rover TourDonated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

enjoy this exclusive exploration of the Zoo's spectacular Heart of Africa region by Range Rover! You and five friends will marvel at the opportunity to see giraffes, zebras, ostriches and more right from the vehicle! this approximate 2½ hour tour, led by a Zoo animal expert, includes driving out on the savanna to visit and learn about each of the resident species, as well as feeding giraffe and ostrich. Your experience continues as you tour the state-of-the-art giraffe and hoof-stock barns.

Offer expires October 11, 2015. This tour must be booked one month in advance and is limited to a maximum of six (6) guests, 10 years of age or older.

Lot No. 2Instant Cellar — Zoo Board LotDonated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Board

the 2014 Board Lot edition features wine from the cellars of the columbus Zoo and Aquarium Board members. Highlighting a variety of superb wines, this lot provides a great way to begin your cellar or add variety to your existing collection.

Contributors to the 2014 Board Lot:Michqua Allen vanessa Arnold

teri Berliner tom Bogen Laura Byrne

tom calhoun tom carpenter ida copenhaver

sally curley norma Dodge chris godley

William goldmanuri Holmes ed Klopfer

christian Laver Kathy Macghee craig Marshall susan rector Mary rose

Janis rosenthal Keith sanders

randy schoedinger steve shepherd eric smolenski

charlie Wharton connie Woodburn

VIP Tour of the New York Stock ExchangeDonated by The New York Stock Exchange

ever wonder what it would be like to stand in the middle of the new York stock Exchange trading floor? Are you a CNBC junkie? Now you, too, can be privy to what goes on inside the world's largest securities market -- the new York stock exchange. Learn the history; see where it all started and where trading happens today with this viP tour for four (4).

Start your day with breakfast in the "Specialists Room" at the top of the Stock exchange. You'll learn the history of the exchange, what is housed within, and how it works today. Best of all, you will finish with a tour of the trading floor. You will be present for the ringing of the Opening Bell which highlights various companies publicly traded on the exchange and even get a glimpse of the cnBc reporters whose show is televised from the heart of the nYse trading floor! This experience is by invitation-only; you can no longer enter the exchange without the introduction of a public company traded on the exchange. A truly priceless experience!

this tour will take place on a mutually agreed upon date and time and is limited to four (4) adults. All visitors to the new York stock exchange must wear appropriate “business casual attire” and present appropriate photo identification to enter the premises. The New York Stock Exchange reserves the right to revoke, modify or limit access to its premises by any visitor should conditions arise that require the new York stock exchange to deny visitor access to its premises.

This offer expires June 30, 2015 and is non-transferrable.

Lot No. 3

Lot No. 4

Behind the Scenes at the Columbus Zoo and the Wilds !Donated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and the Wilds

We look forward to welcoming you and seven (7) guests for behind-the-scenes visits with the columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s and the Wilds’ rhinoceroses. expert animal caregivers will share their insights about the black rhinoceroses residing at the Zoo and the greater one-horned and southern white rhinoceroses who call the Wilds their home, as well as our conservation efforts to protect them. You will also have a very special opportunity to hand-feed a rhinoceros in his or her habitat at the Zoo and in the open at the Wilds. A visit to the Wilds rhinoceros barn is sure to be a highlight!

Your visit to the Zoo includes a catered lunch in Jack Hanna's base camp at the columbus Zoo with a Zoo or Wilds' animal expert. this on-grounds yurt serves as Jack's location for filming introductions and segments for his into the Wild and Wild countdown television shows.

Offer expires October 11, 2015. Each experience must be booked at least one month in advance and is limited to a maximum of eight (8) guests, 10 years of age or older. transportation between the columbus Zoo and Aquarium and the Wilds is not included.

Lot No. 5

Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon - Vertical Wood Box PackDonated by the Wine for Wildlife Committee

one of the leading producers of oakville District cabernet sauvignon wines, Far niente has released this vertical pack featuring three highly regarded vintages that are ready for your holiday entertaining. All three offer intense aromas of ripe blackberry and boysenberry. vintages 2007 and 2009 boast licorice and perfume with a juicy and silky entry followed by a velvety mid-palate, while 2009 also layers the flavors of baking spices. You will enjoy well-integrated and melting tannins that lead to a long and juicy finish in 2007 and savor the dark, mocha essences that emerge on the long finish with chewy, coating tannins in 2008 and 2009. (two bottles of each; six bottles total.)

Lot No. 6Basketball Experience Dream Package with a ProDonated by Lawrence Funderburke

this unique basketball experience boasts lots of goodies!

An autographed basketball signed by former osu stars including clark Kellogg, Jim Jackson, Michael redd, Dallas Lauderdale, Lenzelle smith Jr., and Lawrence Funderburke, among others.

Two tickets located at mid-court in the first row of the Huntington Club for the ohio state vs. Marquette game at value city Arena on november 18, 2014, plus a parking pass at the Jerome schottenstein center

Before the game, Lawrence will treat you and a guest to an exquisite four-course dinner at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, a five-star dining establishment.

A rare locker room tour led by Lawrence Funderburke after the game to meet coach thad Matta and your favorite Buckeye players. (Limited to male participation only.)

Your child and a friend will receive two private instruction workouts with former osu star and nBA player Lawrence Funderburke, founder and owner of FunderMax training, an elite-level training program for central ohio's most dedicated young athletes. These fun-filled, yet challenging, on-court activities at Lawrence's personal residence include ball-handling, shooting, passing, footwork and agility, and strength training. nutritional advice and post-workout drills will also be provided.

Lawrence will visit your child's school to share his secrets of success educationally, athletically, and professionally, which he has done for the past 15 years through his non-profit Lawrence Funderburke Youth Organization (LFYo).

Offer expires May 22, 2015 and is non-transferrable. Private instruction workouts will be provided for children in 5th grade and above.

Lot No. 7

Sunset Safari at the WildsDonated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and the Wilds

experience the magic of the Wilds at sunset! this experience for six (6), including round-trip transportation via limousine from the columbus Zoo, is sure to be a hit as you take in the sweeping views of the Wilds' beautiful landscape bathed in the late evening sun. enjoy a buffet style dinner on the deck of the overlook café and then take to the open range on a guided Wildside tour. this tour includes a stop at the carnivore center and other destinations for up-close experiences. Wildside tours are approximately 2 hours long, with approximately one hour for the dinner.

Offer expires September 30, 2015, and is limited to a maximum of six (6) guests, four (4) years of age or older. the safari must be reserved at least one month in advance and is available on Saturdays and Sundays at 5:00 p.m. June through August and at 4:30 p.m. in september. tours take place rain or shine. if the weather is extreme, dinner will be served in the overlook dining room and the safari tour will be conducted in an enclosed vehicle. comfortable footwear (closed toe shoes are required) and casual clothing are recommended as there will be some walking involved.

Lot No. 8

"Ardore" Cabernet Sauvignon 2010 - Six Bottle PackDonated by the Wine for Wildlife Committee

Winemaker Mark Herold of celani Family vineyards and Merus fame is the steady hand in establishing "Ardore" as one of the Napa Valley's most prestigious wines with a score of 91 points from robert Parker. it is very structured with an inky/purple color, plenty of blackberry and cassis fruit intermixed with asphalt, vanilla, lead pencil shavings and black fruits, but the brooding, backward, tightness of the wine is clearly present.

Lot No. 9

Fly-Fishing at Castalia Trout ClubDonated by Richard Smith

the famous and exclusive castalia trout club has been in existence for over 100 years. Established in 1898 in Castalia (OH), the club maintains approximately five miles of “fly only” stream that is stocked with rainbows, browns and brookies. the facility itself consists of a victorian club House, dining hall and annex. this outing is for the serious fly fisherman who wants to net a record-setting trout.

You and a guest will be accompanied by an experienced club member who will share his knowledge of the stream and the trout’s favorite flies, midges, and streamers. the castalia trout club is a once-in-a-lifetime facility dripping with charm and teeming with trout.

Don’t miss this opportunity to fish one of the most exclusive and private bodies of water in the united states.

Offer expires October 12, 2015 and is non-transferrable. Transportation to castalia is not provided.

Dinner on the BoardwalkDonated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Heart of Africa, the Zoo’s spectacular new region, is the setting for a memorable evening for you and seven (7) guests. enjoy beverages on the deck overlooking the savanna, an amazing opportunity to feed the giraffes, and then set out on a walking tour led by one of the Zoo’s animal experts who will share behind-the-scenes insights into the complex behavior and daily lives of the animals who call Heart of Africa home. Following the tour, you and your guests will enjoy a fabulous dinner catered by ruth’s chris steak House.

Offer expires October 11, 2015. This tour and dinner must be booked one month in advance and is limited to a maximum of eight (8) guests, 10 years of age or older.

Lot No. 10

Domaine Chanson Beaune "Clos de Mouches" Blanc and Rouge Wood Box PackDonated by the Wine for Wildlife Committee

Since 1750, Domaine Chanson has produced some of the highest quality Pinot noir and chardonnay wines found in Burgundy. Acquired by the owners of Bollinger champagne, the new investment of winemaking equipment and a fresh outlook towards vineyard management have put Domaine chanson back at the forefront of quality. The Clos de Mouches vineyard is classified as Premier Cru or "first growth." This elegant wood box pack includes six bottles of Pinot noir and six bottles of chardonnay.

Lot No. 11

Photo by Joe Clark

Lot No. 12

Float Like a ButterflyDonated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Director of Project Site and Design Karen Schenk and Scott Harris, President, The Keller Group Landscape and Nursery

surround yourself with butterflies and hummingbirds. the columbus Zoo and Aquarium Landscape Architect will work with you to create plans for a gorgeous butterfly garden at your home to appreciate for years to come! All of the plants and labor will be provided by Keller Farms. You will enjoy the satisfaction of knowing you are creating habitat for native plants and wildlife and wake up each spring, summer and fall morning to a variety of lovely creatures who will call your backyard "home."

A sunny site, maximum of 100 square feet, is necessary in which approximately 30-40 perennials and three shrubs will be planted in combination with a bird bath.

the winner will be contacted by Karen schenk and discussions regarding the design of your butterfly garden will take place no earlier than May 2015 with installation no earlier than July 2015.

Lot No. 13

Make Your Child a StarDonated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

reaching more than 81,000 households in the central ohio area, the columbus Zoo and Aquarium's member magazine, Beastly Banner, draws a lot of attention across our community and beyond. this is your chance to make your child(ren) a star. Win this lot and we'll photograph your child(ren) for a cover of a 2015 Beastly Banner! Providing a lifetime memory, this will be a keepsake for years to come!

this picture cannot be used to advertise or promote any business or organization, and the edition will be selected and designed by the columbus Zoo and Aquarium. the winner will be contacted by a community relations team member to schedule the shoot.

002788_Beastly Banner Summer 2014.indd 1 5/19/14 11:51 AM

Lot No. 14Château D'IssanDonated by the Wine for Wildlife Committee

this three liter, vintage 2009 château D'issan is composed of 62% cabernet sauvignon and 38% Merlot. it exhibits a classic Margaux fragrance of acadia flowers, violets, blueberries, cassis, licorice and camphor. Opulent and full-bodied with silky tannins as well as a rich, dense style. robert Parker scores the 2009 château D'issan at 93 points.

Rosie at the Columbus Zoo – 16 x 24 Original Painting on CanvasDonated by Ali Armstrong

take home this one-of-a-kind, enchanting rendering of rosie created by Ali Armstrong, a south Florida based artist. Ali began painting portraits as a child with no formal training. today she uses her talents and unmistakable style to paint portraits of endangered and extinct animals. Ali’s desire is to encourage responsible protection of the endangered and to never forget the beauty of the extinct. she paints the extinct in black and white, and the endangered with a touch of color. For her current series; ‘the scarce Project’ Ali and her husband embarked on a three-week cross country motorcycle trip to visit zoos – including the columbus Zoo and Aquarium

-- and to photograph endangered animals as subjects for her paintings. Ali has donated to Zoos three of her original pieces to raise money and awareness for the endangered species.

Lot No. 15

Fund-A-Need Benefits the International Rhino Foundation

We didn’t think rhino poaching could get much worse. But it has. Poachers are killing at least three African rhinos per day. the international rhino Foundation’s operation stoP PoAcHing noW raises much-needed funds to help turn the tide of rhino killing in the southern African countries hardest hit by the recent poaching surge.

the funds raised from operation stoP PoAcHing noW are used to meet a variety of needs for these populations and their protectors including:

Field Trauma Training: in remote reserves, field rangers need advanced battlefield medicine training and trauma kits so that rangers injured in armed encounters with poachers can receive immediate medical attention before evacuation to the hospital.

Tracker Dogs: getting onto poachers’ trails before they get ‘cold’ is essential. For this, tracker dogs really are man’s (and rhinos') best friend. the international rhino Foundation provides trained dogs to selected areas where they can amplify rangers’ ability to quickly find and apprehend poachers.

Scene of Crime Training: to collect evidence that will hold up in court, anti-poaching units need training in crime scene processing including foot- and finger-print lifting, DNA collection, and other skills.

Community Informants: one of the best ways to head off poaching incidents is to engage local informants. irF provides incentives for local community members who, often at great personal risk, provide information that leads to successful arrests of poachers.

Basic Equipment: in some areas, rangers do not even have basic equipment such as binoculars, radios, GPS, cameras, flashlights, tents, night vision devices and other components of a basic field ‘kit’, that are essential to do their job.

the international rhino Foundation has won rhino poaching wars before. But today’s poachers are well-equipped, sophisticated and dangerous beyond belief. After the rhino wars of the late 1980’s and early 1990’s when thousands of rhinos were lost, conservationists got poaching under control. Because many poachers are based in Mozambique, where the government turns a blind eye, they are getting away with murder.

every gift, no matter what the amount, matters. every gift allows us to do more.

[2014 GOAL: $50,000]

BiDDing LeveLs: $5,000 $2,500 $1,000 $500 $250 $100

Lot No. 16

Lot No. 17

Naming Rights of a Bonobo Donated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

the bonobo is the smallest of the great apes and is our closest living relative; in fact people and bonobos share more than 98% of the same dna. the bonobos’ closest living relative is the chimpanzee, but their social structures are very different.

Bonobos live in large multi-male, multi-female groups whereas chimpanzees live in small groups of related family members.

Bonobo society is female centric meaning that the females hold the power. the sons stay with their mothers for life and the daughters move to new groups.

the hallmark of bonobo behavior is their use of sex to keep the peace. When chimpanzees fight, they often kill each other. When bonobos fight, they “kiss and make up.” make love, not war!

Lady, wild born and one of the Zoo’s first four bonobos which arrived in 1990, is pregnant with her fourth baby due in mid/late spring. This baby will be the 15th bonobo born at the Columbus Zoo, one of only seven (7) zoos in this country to care for bonobos. and this baby could live more than 60 years!

Bonobos were the last of the great apes to be discovered and live in only one country in africa – the democratic Republic of Congo. the number of bonobos in the wild is dwindling and the major threats include habitat destruction because of logging and agricultural expansion, hunting, and disease.

this is your opportunity to name one of the Zoo’s soon-to-be-born additions; a perfect way to make a deeper connection with the wild.

the winning bidder understands and agrees to the following restrictions:

the Columbus Zoo and aquarium must agree to the name for appropriateness.

the Columbus Zoo and aquarium may have to send the designated bonobo to another facility as part of the species survival plan (ssp) and/or to optimize the welfare of this species’ population.

there can be no reselling of the naming rights to another person or entity.

You will be contacted by a representative from the Columbus Zoo and aquarium philanthropy department when the birth occurs for which this naming opportunitycan be applied.

Lot No. 18Louis Latour Corton Charlemagne Vertical SelectionDonated by the Wine for Wildlife Committee

From a grand cru rated vineyard site, this 100% chardonnay wine shows a depth of character hard to find elsewhere. Big and full-bodied with a long, lush, full finish, you might mistake this for a red wine! Four bottles each of 2010, 2011 and 2012 vintages. vintage 2010 is round with a pungent bouquet of grilled almonds and vanilla and nice fullness in the mouth with integrated oak and a long, mineral finish. With a golden yellow colour, the Corton-Charlemagne 2011 has a complex but intense nose. With notes of vanilla, mocha and nut, this wine is ample with a round structure. one discovers hints of almond pastes with a lovely mineral finish. The Corton-Charlemagne 2012 is beautiful yellow in colour with light golden tints. Powerful aromas of fresh almond emerge accompanied by nice mellow oaky notes. it is an ample wine with good length.

Photo by Grahm Jones

Lot No. 19

Red, White & Boom 2015!Donated by Grange Audubon Society

the best place to watch red, White and Boom is at the grange insurance Audubon center! Imagine the excitement of experiencing the largest fireworks display in Ohio from the comfort of your reserved table at the grange insurance Audubon center. the view from the center, at a bend on the scioto river, is spectacular, and you and nine (9) friends are sure to enjoy the evening.

Your table for ten (10) includes two (2) parking passes and a buffet dinner with burgers, brats and all of the trimmings as well as a $300 gift card from Powell village Winery.

A perfect partner, grange Audubon society center’s mission is to awaken and connect participants to the beauty of the natural world in the heart of columbus and inspire environmental stewardship in their daily lives.

This offer expires July 3, 2015, and is non-transferrable. Your reservation must be booked by March 1, 2015. The on-site bartender must collect and serve your wine.

A Painting Session with RosieDonated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

rosie, one of the Zoo's acclaimed Black rhinoceros, is quite an artist. this lot includes interaction with rosie and one of her keepers while she paints a picture for you to take home and proudly display!

rosie is a 24-year-old Black rhinoceros that came to the columbus Zoo from Zoo Atlanta in 2009. she is trained to use her pointed prehensile lip to paint on a canvas. rosie enjoys interacting with her keepers during her training sessions and can be very enthusiastic when creating her masterpieces. rosie’s art is used to raise money for rhino conservation projects all over the world.

Offer expires October 11, 2015. This experience must be booked at least one month in advance and is limited to a maximum of four (4) guests, ten years of age or older.

Lot No. 20

Lot No. 21Angelo Gaja Single Vineyard Review -- Costa Russi 2001,

Donated by the Wine for Wildlife Committeeeasily recognized as one of the world's premier producers and certainly at the head of the class for italy, these three single vineyard wines (four bottles of each vintage) are grand crus from the Piedmont region. All three scored 93 and up and were donated by a columbus collector. this is a unique opportunity to enjoy properly matured classics at a relatively bargain price.


Lot No. 22

Donated by the Columbus Zoo and AquariumAre you the #1 fan of the #1 Zoo in America? Then bid for your family’s chance to be part of our award-winning advertising. the winner will be included in a future marketing piece for the columbus Zoo. it could be a tv or radio spot, print ad, brochure, website, or other ad opportunity.

this offer is non-transferrable. the Zoo reserves the right to determine where and how individuals will be featured, based on creative considerations, production schedules, and media placement. the winner will be contacted by the columbus Zoo vice President of Marketing regarding inclusion in an advertising piece for 2015 calendar year.

Lot No. 23

COCkTAIL RECEPTION AT DISCOVERY REEFDonated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

the magic of the Zoo’s 90,000-gallon salt water aquarium provides a memorable backdrop for a lovely catered reception for you and nine (9) guests. enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as you watch graceful clownfish, sharks, stingrays and more glide amidst the coral reef. this experience also includes a behind-the-scenes experience led by one of our expert keepers who will provide vital information regarding the myriad species’ diets, natural habitats, and the work that goes into running the Zoo’s little ocean.

Offer expires October 11, 2015. This experience must be booked at least one month in advance and is limited to (10) guests, 10 years of age or older.

Lot No. 24CHATEAU LE DOME 2010 SIx BOTTLE PACkDonated by the Wine for Wildlife Committee

a full-bodied wine, but ethereal in its elegance and finesse, the wine has a strikingly provocative bouquet of camphor, blueberry jam, violets, new saddle leather, white chocolate and spice. extremely full-bodied, but again, not showing any weighty fatigue or any type of aggressiveness, this wine has extraordinary purity and richness, as well as a blockbuster finish of close to a minute, yet is so flawless, seamless and compelling, it's hard to believe the wine is this concentrated and rich. “The 2009 from Le Dome flirted with perfection, but this wine swallows the entire scoring system, and rightfully so.” said Robert parker

Lot No. 25

NASHVILLE OR BUST! Donated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and the Nashville Zoo

With a booming economy and its own television show, the city of nashville remains traditionally southern in its sensibility, but it has taken on the luster of the current. Alive with music of all kinds and a growing food scene, gQ magazine recently declared the city simply "Nowville."

Your weekend in nashville includes a two-night stay for two (2) at the historic Hermitage Hotel. enjoy a fun and fascinating behind-the-scenes guided tour of the famous Ryman Auditorium, followed by dinner at "Etch", the newest culinary venture from chef Deb Paquette. You'll also be treated to a unique musical experience with a personal tour of gruhn guitars, the world's most famous vintage instrument store. A Nashville insider will provide you with a list of other "must-sees and do's" during your time in Music city.

This offer expires October 11, 2015, and is non-transferrable. Reservations must be made two months in advance.

Lot No. 26

WHAT? THERE'S A CHEETAH AT YOUR HOUSE?Donated by the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

the world's fastest land mammal, with acceleration that would leave most automobiles in the dust, a cheetah can go from 0 to 60 miles an hour in only three seconds. Most wild cheetahs are found in eastern and southwestern Africa, so you are sure to be the talk of your neighborhood when one of the Zoo’s cheetahs graces your yard!

cheetahs use exceptionally keen eyesight to scan their grassland environment for signs of prey—especially antelope and hares. this big cat is a daylight hunter that benefits from stealthy movement and a distinctive spotted coat that allows it to blend easily into high, dry grasses. Perhaps only 7,000 to 10,000 of these big cats remain, and those are under pressure as the wide-open grasslands they favor are disappearing at the hands of human settlers.

Win this lot, and we'll bring a cheetah to your home. our animal experts will share with you facts about this amazing cat during the 30-40 minute visit.

Offer expires May 31, 2015. The visit must be reserved at least one month in advance and the location must be within 50 miles of Columbus, Ohio.

Lot No. 27 100% CHARDONNAY! LOUIS LATOUR BATARD MONTRACHET 2012 AND GRAND CRU WHITE BURGUNDYDonated by the Wine for Wildlife Committee

since 1797 and still in the family hands of Louis Fabrice Latour, this is one of the grand cru parcels in between the towns of Puligny-Montrachet and chassagne Montrachet. this area is the mecca for white Burgundy devotees, and this wine can develop complexity for another 20 years.

Lot No. 28THE MAGIC OF THE REFECTORY IN YOUR HOMEDonated by The Refectory

Bring the magic of the refectory, one of the top 25 restaurants in America as rated by Zagat, into your home with this catered dinner for eight (8). At the heart of the dining experience are the culinary creations directed by chef richard Blondin, a native of Lyon, France, who studied under chefs Pierre orsi and Paul Bocuse.

Dinner will be honored Monday through Friday and is based on

availability. this offer excludes the months of December and February and expires September 30, 2015. Additional guests may be added for $100 per person. Beverages, rentals, linens and gratuity are not included.

Lot No. 29CHâTEAU D'ISSAN - VERTICAL WOOD BOx PACkDonated by the Wine for Wildlife Committee

this impressive wood box pack of château D'issan features 2000, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, and 2010 vintages. A castle and winery, Château D'issan, is located in the Margaux appellation of France's Bordeaux region. the wine produced here was classified as one of fourteen Troisièmes Crus (third growths) in the historic Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855. Robert Parker gave the vintages the following scores: 2000 (93), 2005 (95), 2006 (94), 2008 (92), 2009 (93) and 2010 (95).


Lot No. 30

MEET AND GREET WITH JUNGLE JACk HANNADonated by Jack Hanna

You and five (5) guests have the unique and intimate opportunity to meet the Zoo's one and only Jack Hanna and enjoy a unique, docent-led behind-the-scenes tour of the columbus Zoo and Aquarium. You’ll get up close and personal with the animals that travel with Jungle Jack Hanna to good Morning America, the Late show with David Letterman, and Larry King Live.

Don’t forget to bring your camera…it’s going to be a wild time!

Offer expires October 11, 2015 and is non-transferrable. Your visit with Jack and tour must be scheduled two months in advance. Due to hectic travel schedules, please understand that it may take weeks and possibly months to schedule your tour. this package is limited to six (6) persons.

Giving you another reason

to believe.When it comes to your health and the health of your loved ones, the trust you have in your physicians and caregivers makes all the difference. That’s why at OhioHealth, we’re proud of our 28,000 physicians, associates and volunteers who are dedicated to sharing their medical expertise and compassion for the health of our patients and our community.

OhioHealth proudly supports the conservation efforts of our partners, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

©2014 OhioHealth. All rights reserved. FY15-209-2261. 09/14.

A FAITH-BASED, NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTHCARE SYSTEMRIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITAL + GRANT MEDICAL CENTER + DOCTORS HOSPITAL

GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL + DUBLIN METHODIST HOSPITAL + DOCTORS HOSPITAL–NELSONVILLE HARDIN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL + MARION GENERAL HOSPITAL + REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

O’BLENESS HOSPITAL + MEDCENTRAL MANSFIELD HOSPITAL + MEDCENTRAL SHELBY HOSPITAL WESTERVILLE MEDICAL CAMPUS + HEALTH AND SURGERY CENTERS + PRIMARY AND SPECIALTY CARE

URGENT CARE + WELLNESS + HOSPICE + HOME CARE + 28,000 PHYSICIANS, ASSOCIATES & VOLUNTEERS

FY15-209-2261_WineForWildlife_2014Update.indd 1 9/22/14 10:27 AM

Wine for Wildlife Planning CommitteeThe Columbus Zoo and Aquarium gratefully acknowledges the dedication of the Wine for Wildlife Planning Committee whose

experience and leadership are invaluable.

Chairpersonchris godley

Committee MembersLaura Byrne

William goldmanuri Holmes iii

Jerri sue HutterMichelle Kerr

Mary roserichard shank

TERMS AND CONDITIONSREGISTRATION: each guest will register providing their name, physical and email addresses, and cellular telephone number. A program featuring the guest’s registered bidding number on the outside cover of the auction catalog will be provided, and registered bidders will enjoy the convenience of using their personal smart phone for silent auction bidding purposes. BidPal devices are available for those who do not have a smart phone.

BIDDING PROCEDURES (silent Auction): the silent Auction will take place during the wine tasting, prior to the live auction. A brief description of the item and any specific terms of purchase will be located near each item, as well as through the BidPal site. to bid on an item, guests should use their smart phone or BidPal handheld device. the lot winner will be recorded with the winning bidder’s number. Bids can only be placed by guests with registered bidding numbers. All bids are binding. Please carefully read the following sections entitled “Buyer information” and “conditions of sale.”

BIDDING PROCEDURES (Live Auction): The live auction will begin at 7:45 p.m. All items are on display in the pavilion, and a brief description of the item and any specific terms of purchase are outlined in the auction catalog. the auctioneer will also provide a description as each item is displayed on the screen near the auctioneer. to bid on an item, guests will raise their auction catalog displaying their assigned bidding number. the lot winner will be recorded with the winning bidder’s number. Bids can only be placed by guests with registered bidding numbers. All bids are binding. Please carefully read the following sections entitled “Buyer information” and “conditions of sale.”

CLOSING: Silent auction bidding will close at 7:15 p.m. The live auction bidding will conclude with the last lot. upon closure, the highest bidder for each item will be the designated purchaser of the item(s).

PURCHASE REMOVAL, PICK-UP, AND DELIVERY: All purchases must be removed from the pick-up area by the purchaser prior to departing the premises. Assistance will be available to transport large items or quantities to the purchaser’s vehicle. other arrangements can be made for pick-up; please discuss arrangements with an item Pick-up representation prior to your departure. PLeAse note: no iteMs WiLL Be sHiPPeD.

DINNERS, TRIPS, EXPERIENCES: Unless a specific date and time are noted in the lot description, dinners, trips and experiences are subject to dates and times mutually agreed upon by both the donor and the purchaser.

BUYER INFORMATION1. DESIGNATION: “columbus Zoo” means the columbus Zoo and Aquarium, the Wine for Wildlife event committee, the auctioneer, and their respective members, agents, and representatives.

2. AUCTION LOTS: Wines and other items are grouped as lots as specified in this catalog and/or on the silent package descriptions located next to the

individual lot(s). Lots are marked by lot number. the quantity offered and the donor’s name is contained in the lot description. unless otherwise announced by the columbus Zoo or the auctioneer at the time of sale, all bids are per lot as numbered.

3. BIDDING: Minimum bidding increments are at the discretion of the columbus Zoo or the auctioneer.

4. FEDERAL INCOME TAX INFORMATION: individual purchasers will receive a tax acknowledgement letter by mail after the event. Amounts paid in excess of the fair market value may be deducted for federal income tax purposes. Bidders should consult their tax advisors.

5. SALES TAX: Pursuant to Ohio Code 5739.02(B)(9)(a), personal property purchased at the auction is exempt from the ohio state gross retail tax.

6. PAYMENT: All buyers must pay the full purchase price (as defined in the “conditions of sale”) by the close of the Wine for Wildlife event. Accepted forms of payment include cash, certified or cashier’s check, credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American express), or personal check with satisfactory proof of identity. All checks for purchased items must be made payable to the columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

7. TITLE TO LOTS: title to all lots purchased will pass in the state of ohio. Bidders are reminded that various states, including ohio, impose laws and limitations on alcoholic beverages that may be purchased and brought into their jurisdictions from another state. some states make such shipments a crime. All bidders are strongly advised to investigate the possibility of such laws and limitations and to determine the manner in which alcoholic beverages will be brought into another state from ohio so as to comply with all of said state’s requirements. the columbus Zoo does not assume any responsibility for assuring compliance with applicable laws, limitations, or requirements. Purchaser agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the columbus Zoo as a result of a purchaser’s failure to comply with any such laws, limitations, or requirements. You must be at least 21-years-of-age or older to purchase alcoholic beverages from the columbus Zoo.

CONDITIONS OF SALEthe property listed in the Wine for Wildlife catalog, which may be amended by oral announcement before or during the sale, is offered for sale subject to the following terms and conditions.

1. All property is sold “as is” and the columbus Zoo does not make any warranties or representations expressed or implied, of any kind or nature whatsoever with respect to the property. in no event will the columbus Zoo be deemed to have made any representations or warranties of any kind or nature including, but not limited to, merchantability, description, genuineness, attribution, provenance, or condition concerning the property. no statement including, but not limited to, descriptions made in the catalog, made at the sale, made in the bill of sale, or made in the invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed a

warranty or representation or assumption of liability. the columbus Zoo will not be liable for any incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from the sale of any property.

2. Any statements as to authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, provenance, condition of wine(s), or other items is a statement of opinion and is not to be taken as a warranty or statement or representation of fact by the columbus Zoo. the columbus Zoo reserves the right, in forming its opinion, to consult and rely on any expert or authority.

3. As used in these “Conditions of Sale,” the term “final bid” means the price at which a lot is knocked down to the buyer, and the term “the full purchase price” means the sum of the final bid(s) payable by the buyer.

4. the columbus Zoo reserves the right to withdraw any lot before the sale or to combine two or more lots or add additional lots.

5. Some of the lots in this sale are offered subject to a reserve, which is the minimum price that will be accepted for the lot. such reserve may or may not be confidential. The Columbus Zoo may implement the reserve by bidding through their representatives or by other means determined by the columbus Zoo at the sale.

6. During the live auction, the highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the buyer. the auctioneer has the right to reject any bid and to advance the bid at his/her absolute discretion and, in the event of any dispute between bidders, to determine the successful bidder or to re-offer and resell the article in dispute. should there be any dispute after the sale, the columbus Zoo’s record of final sale will be conclusive. Upon the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer, the buyer assumes full risk and responsibility for the lot and will be required to supply his/her name, address, and phone number and pay the full purchase price. receipt of payment will be deemed the completion of the sale. if the buyer fails to comply with any such requirement, the lot may be put up and sold again at the auctioneer’s discretion.

7. if the buyer does not comply with any and all terms and conditions contained in this catalog or addendum, the columbus Zoo may, in addition to asserting all remedies available by law, including but not limited to, (a) the right to hold the buyer liable for the purchase price, (b) cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages any payment made by the buyer, or (c) immediately resell the property, with or without notice to the buyer. if the columbus Zoo resells the property, the buyer will be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, including but not limited to, warehousing, the expenses of both sales, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due hereunder, and incidental, special, and consequential damages.

9. the columbus Zoo reserves the right to refuse admission to or remove from the premises of any person whose actions or general deportment, in the opinion of the Zoo, impedes the operation of the event or the rights or welfare of other attendees.

AUCTION NOTES

evening schedule - columbus zoo and aquarium - home

Documents