Lyric Wine Auction 2026

May 8 & 9, 2026

May 8 & 9, 2026

A divine duet Lyric Wine Auction 2026

We are pleased to announce the return of the Lyric Wine Auction on May 8 and 9, 2026. Information about featured vintners, auction lots, and special experiences will be announced soon.

Co-Chairs of Lyric Wine Auction 2026

Jenni Sorenson and John Holmes

Honored Guests

Pierre Lurton of Chateau Cheval Blanc
Erwan Faiveley of Domaine Joseph Faiveley

Auctioneers

Hart Davis Hart Wine Co.

Wine Auction 2026 is a project of the Lyric Women's Board, Karen Z. Gray-Krahbiel, President.

 

Relive the magic of Lyric Wine Auction 2023 through the sizzle reel below.

Sponsorships

$100,000

Platinum Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor

  • Two tables (10 seats each) for the Gala Dinner and Live Auction in the Lyric Opera House on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
  • Twenty tickets to the Featured Vintner Tasting Reception in the Lyric Opera House on Friday, May 8, 2026. Additional tickets can be requested for the Tasting Reception.
  • Two tables (10 seats each) for the dinner in honor of Pierre Luton and Erwan Faiveley on Friday, May 8, 2026.
  • Leadership recognition in the Wine Auction 2026 Catalogue, invitation, printed materials, and website.
  • Complimentary valet parking for all guests at all events.

$60,000

Gold Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

  • One table (10 seats) for the Gala Dinner and Live Auction
    in the Lyric Opera House on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
  • Twenty tickets to the Featured Vintner Tasting Reception
    in the Lyric Opera House on Friday, May 8, 2026.
  • One table (10 seats) for the dinner in honor of Pierre Luton
    and Erwan Faiveley on Friday, May 8, 2026.
  • Name/logo recognition in the Wine Auction 2026 Catalogue,
    invitation, printed materials, and website.
  • Complimentary valet parking for all guests at all events.

$30,000

Table Sponsor

Table Sponsor

  • One table (10 seats) for the Gala Dinner and Live Auction
    in the Lyric Opera House on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
  • Ten (10) tickets to the Featured Vintner Tasting Reception in
    the Lyric Opera House on Friday, May 8, 2026.
  • Name/logo recognition in the Wine Auction 2026 Catalogue,
    invitation, printed materials, and website.
  • Complimentary valet parking for all guests at all events.

$10,000

Bronze Sponsor

Bronze Sponsor

  • Two seats for the Gala Dinner and Live Auction in the
    Lyric Opera House on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
  • Eight tickets to the Featured Vintner Tasting Reception in
    the Lyric Opera House on Friday, May 8, 2026.
  • Name/logo recognition in the Wine Auction 2026 Catalogue,
    invitation, printed materials, and website.
  • Complimentary valet parking.

$2,500

Live Auction Event Only

Live Auction Event Only

  • One ticket for the Gala Dinner and Live Auction in the
    Lyric Opera House on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
  • Two tickets to the Featured Vintner Tasting Reception in
    the Lyric Opera House on Friday, May 8, 2026.
  • Complimentary valet parking.

Sizzle Reel

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Photos

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Auctioneer Ben Ferdinand in action at Lyric Wine Auction 2023.

Doug Cohen, Lori Komisar, and Morris Silverman enjoy the paddle raise.

Eileen and Chris Murphy listen to Lyric Wine Auction 2023 opening remarks.

Lisbeth Stiffel and Mary Selander pose for a photo at Lyric Wine Auction 2023.

Penelope Steiner raises her paddle sitting next to Chief Artistic Officer Matthew Ozawa.

Auctioneer Michael Davis in action with Lyric Wine Auction 2023 Lot 5 displayed behind him.

Nancy Santi delivers opening remarks at Lyric Wine Auction 2023.

Shirley Ryan claps while watching opening remarks.

Overview of the Lyric Opera stage where Lyric Wine Auction 2023 took place.

Sponsors

Catalogue Sponsor

Lisbeth Stiffel

Dinner & Live Auction Sponsor

Champagne Reception Sponsors

Header photo: Jaclyn Simpson

Photos: Jaclyn Simpson, Diane M. Smutny