Grapes for Humanity 6th Annual Charity Fine Wine Auction

Grapes for Humanity are proud to present their 2026 Charity Wine Auction, featuring more than 3,500 bottles of wine and spirits, an exceptional selection of rare offerings, unforgettable experiences, and our beloved Cuvée from the Heart.

More than an auction, this is a meaningful opportunity to turn generosity into impact. Proceeds will support Tree Canada, Nature Conservancy of Canada, Ontario Conservation Accelerator, and a selection of local and global charities whose work reflects a shared commitment to people, community, and the planet.

Bidding opens April 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET.

Auction & Registration Information

Registration & Bidding

Bidding starts April 16, 9 am ET
Bidding closes April 22 at 6 pm ET

This auction is offered on Waddington’s proprietary Wine Auction platform.

If you have not participated in a previous Waddington’s Wine auction, you are required to register.

Please register here.

Special Terms & Conditions

Special Terms and Conditions apply to this auction.

Waddington’s waives its normal buyer’s premium to encourage bidders to support the auction,

Taxes do not apply.

Read the full Terms & Conditions.

Featured Wine Lots

Highlights include Château Latour 1982 and Château Mouton Rothschild 1982, both awarded 100 points by Robert Parker, as well as Château Mouton Rothschild 2016 and Château Cheval Blanc 2016, each representing benchmark expressions from Bordeaux.

Also look for Louis Jadot Montrachet Grand Cru 2019, Salon Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Cuvée S Brut 1990, Rayas Châteauneuf-du-Pape Réserve 2011, and a remarkable 6L bottle of Château d’Yquem 1989.

The ‘Dream Lots’

In addition to amazing wine—you’ll love what we call the ‘dream lots’.

Whether you’re an oenophile, music, sports, travel or food lover—find your dream and start thinking about who you’d like to share it with.

Back as one of our favourites of the auction, a dinner for six with Canadian icons Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson, featuring fine Bourgogne wines from Geddy’s cellar, and a rare Epiphone Alex Lifeson Les Paul in Crimson Burst, signed by Alex and Geddy.

The auction also offers immersive wine travel experiences including access to private vineyards, cellar tastings, dining, accommodation, and much more.