Auction of Washington Wines Moving to Virtual-Only Events in 2020
This year’s Winemaker Picnic and Barrel Auction, Private Barrel Auction, the Gala Live Auction and other signature events will become a virtual celebration in support of the Washington wine industry and Seattle Children’s
SEATTLE — April 30, 2020 — Auction of Washington Wines (AWW), a nonprofit elevating awareness of Washington wines through a series of annual events, announced its decision to move its 2020 events to a virtual-only format in response to the current public health crisis. AWW’s 33rd annual wine weekend of events in August will shift to a virtual auction for participants to enjoy in the comfort of their homes on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020. Additional details about the annual summertime celebration will be announced soon. AWW leaders made the decision with consideration for the safety and wellbeing of all patrons, donors, sponsors, winemakers and staff. The organization is working to explore new ways of reaching broader audiences and building more support for Washington’s wine industry, which is being significantly economically impacted by the pandemic.
Each August, AWW’s annual wine weekend includes events such as the Winemaker Dinner Series, Winemaker Picnic and Barrel Auction, Industry Kick-off Party, Private Barrel Auction and the Gala Live Auction. In lieu of these events, this year’s August wine weekend will move to a virtual auction on Saturday, Aug. 15. The 2020 auction will feature a select number of lots as well as a digital raise-the-paddle component.
This year’s annual eastern Washington event, the Wine & Music Festival, will become an online auction running from May 6 to 10. Sponsored by Papé Material Handling, John L. Scott Foundation and The Seattle Times, the virtual auction will feature lots from 28 Washington wineries, including local wineries that would have poured at the in-person event. Bidding registration is now open and a list of participating wineries and auction lots can be reviewed at winemusic.ggo.bid/bidding. Bidding starts on Wednesday, May 6 at 9 a.m. PST, and supporters will be able to place bids on coveted wine experiences. The highest bidder will be determined when the auction ends on Sunday, May 10 at 5 p.m. PST.
For more information about AWW, please visit https://auctionofwawines.org/.
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About the Auction of Washington Wines (AWW)
Since its inception in 1988, AWW has raised more than $50 million, benefitting Seattle Children’s and Washington State University Wine Science Research. AWW was listed as the top 3 U.S. Charity Auction in the nation by Wine Spectator. Events hosted by AWW give wine lovers the chance to support the Washington wine industry and families in our communities around the region. The 2020 Auction of Washington Wines events will take place August 13-15. For more information, go to www.AuctionofWaWines.org.
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