Augusta National picks the wines. Champion “helps” with the dinner menu.
On the show Feherty recently, Feherty was interviewing Phil and Phil tells the story that when he was picking his 1st champions dinner menu he asked former chairman, Hootie Johnson that he knew the club had a good cellar and to pull out the really good stuff. Johnson responded - Yessir and turned to the attendant " Now you make sure Mr. Mickelson receives the bill for tonight".
So, sounds like if you want something other than what the club is pouring, that the wine bill is on you.
Not a Caymus guy Nevin? I have not tried the 2012, but in general, I do like the Caymus SS. Usually a crowd pleaser, viscous, sandalwood, well balanced and smooth. I would love to see the Augusta cellar and find out what other choices they may have (and bring my clubs for a round)!