The Lake County Wine Auction is the charitable arm of the Lake County wine industry in the form of a partnership between Lake County wineries, grape growers, related businesses and individuals. Formed in 2000, the Lake County Wine Alliance is operated under the guidance of a six-member volunteer board of directors with the purpose of supporting charitable and other local programs in the arts, health and community. Since its inception, the Lake County Wine Alliance has contributed over $2 million to worthy programs in Lake County, donating more funds to local charities from a single event than any other local nonprofit organization. The Lake County Wine Alliance is also dedicated to promoting Lake County as a premier wine grape growing region and to promoting the region’s celebrated wines.  This year Jennifer Strong will emcee the event and Brian Rose will be the auctioneer.  Our special guest will be Congressman Mike Thompson.