Harvest STOMP eAuction Announced by Napa Valley Grapegrowers for 2026
Wine collectors, enthusiasts, and luxury travel seekers will have an opportunity to bid on rare Napa Valley wines and distinctive culinary and lifestyle experiences through the 2026 Harvest STOMP eAuction. Hosted by the Napa Valley Grapegrowers (NVG), the online auction will bring together sought-after bottles from some of Napa Valley’s most respected producers, along with exclusive experiences designed to showcase the region’s world-class wine, food, hospitality, and agricultural heritage.
The 2026 Harvest STOMP eAuction will open to the public online at 12 p.m. PT on Tuesday, August 18, and remain open through 6 p.m. PT on Tuesday, August 25. Interested bidders can register, explore available auction lots, and participate online through the Harvest STOMP fundraising platform.
Proceeds from the auction will directly support the Napa Valley Grapegrowers and its ongoing work in education, advocacy, and environmental stewardship. The organization works to strengthen the resilience of Napa Valley’s grape-growing community while helping protect the region’s agricultural lands and support the long-term sustainability of its farming heritage.
This year’s auction features a wide selection of rare wines and large-format bottles from leading Napa Valley producers, giving collectors access to bottles and experiences that are rarely available through traditional retail channels. Featured wineries include Realm Cellars, Heitz Cellar, Kongsgaard Wine, Peter Michael Winery, Shafer Vineyards, Paradigm Winery, Caymus Vineyards, and Darioush, among others.
One of the standout lots is “Decade as a Domaine,” which commemorates a milestone in the history of Realm Cellars. The offering includes a 9-liter Salmanazar of the inaugural 2016 Moonracer Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. The exceptionally large format has never previously been offered in this way, making it a particularly distinctive opportunity for collectors. The winning bidder will receive the bottle for delivery in spring 2027.
Another featured experience, “Pursue the Possible,” invites four guests to experience the vision and hospitality behind Pulido~Walker Estate Vineyards. The exclusive lunch will be hosted by proprietor and Napa Valley Grapegrowers Board Member Mark Pulido. The package also includes two signed magnums—the 2023 Mt. Veeder Estate Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay—as well as estate-produced extra virgin olive oil. The experience combines fine wine, food, hospitality, and an intimate look at the estate’s approach to Napa Valley winemaking.
Food and wine enthusiasts can also bid on the “Pasta Lovers Club” experience, an intimate gathering for 12 guests centered around handcrafted pasta, exceptional wines, and Napa Valley hospitality. The evening will feature acclaimed chef Sarah Heller and Master Sommelier Jason Heller, creating a memorable culinary experience for guests. Adding to the evening’s exclusivity, the event will feature rare Italian wines selected from Dan Petroski’s personal cellar.
The auction extends well beyond individual bottles, with numerous lots offering opportunities to enjoy Napa Valley’s wine and culinary culture firsthand. Bidders can discover large-format wine selections from producers such as Paradigm Winery, Caymus Vineyards, and Darioush. These larger bottles can be particularly appealing to collectors seeking unique additions to their cellars or special wines for future celebrations and gatherings.
Several lots also provide opportunities to visit and experience some of Napa Valley’s renowned wine estates. Epicurean experiences at Cakebread Cellars, Trinchero Napa Valley, and Edge Hill Estate are among the offerings available through the auction. These experiences give winning bidders the chance to connect with the people, places, and traditions that have helped establish Napa Valley as one of the world’s premier wine regions.
The Harvest STOMP program is an important fundraising initiative for Napa Valley Grapegrowers. By bringing together wine collectors, growers, vintners, chefs, and supporters of agricultural preservation, the event helps generate resources for programs that benefit the broader grape-growing community.
The organization’s work focuses on strengthening Napa Valley’s agricultural future through education, advocacy, and environmental stewardship. These efforts are increasingly important as growers navigate changing environmental conditions, evolving agricultural challenges, and the need to preserve working farmland for future generations.
In addition to the online auction, the 2026 Harvest STOMP program will include a Live Auction at Opus One Winery. The live event will feature more than a dozen exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime experiences that cannot simply be purchased through conventional retail or travel channels. Proxy bidders will also have an opportunity to participate, allowing supporters who cannot attend the live event to compete for selected lots.
Details about the live auction lots, proxy bidding opportunities, and other Harvest STOMP activities are available through the event’s fundraising platform. Wine lovers and supporters interested in participating in the online eAuction are encouraged to register in advance and preview the lots before bidding begins.
With rare large-format wines, limited-access experiences, chef-led dining opportunities, and exclusive Napa Valley adventures, the 2026 Harvest STOMP eAuction offers collectors and enthusiasts an opportunity to acquire exceptional wines while supporting an important agricultural cause.
The online auction opens Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 12 p.m. PT and closes Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 6 p.m. PT. Registration and auction-lot previews are available at
By participating in Harvest STOMP, bidders can enjoy some of Napa Valley’s most distinctive wines and experiences while contributing to efforts that help preserve the region’s agricultural landscape and strengthen the future of its grape-growing community.
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