November 8, 2024

The Periwinkle Foundation’s Iron Sommelier 2024 presented by AUTOSOL

AUTOSOL is once again proud to be the presenting Sponsor for Iron Sommelier 2024! A big congratulations is due to the Iron Sommelier first place winner, Matthew McLaughlin, of Guard and Grace, connected to the C. Baldwin Hotel.

Event attendees enjoyed fine wines and fierce competition at The Post Oak Hotel in Houston, all while raising funds through ticket sales and a silent auction. The generosity of the Periwinkle community and Iron Sommelier supporters generated more than $410,000 to further the Periwinkle community of healing!

The proceeds benefit the Periwinkle Foundation, whose mission is to provide a community of healing for children, young adults, and families affected by cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. The foundation offers a range of programs, including camps, arts, and survivor programs, to support patients and their families from diagnosis through treatment and into remission.

Other notable awards from the evening include:

• 1st runner up – Kelly Rau, @winesbyaoc & The Texas Wine School
• 2nd runner up – Alvin Pham, @andironhtx
• People’s Choice – Brennan Harmeier, @thelibrarywinebarhtx
• Best Wine – Alvin Pham, Andiron – “2019 Cliff Lede Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard”
• Best Table Decor – John Mason, The Coronado Club – “Break it Down Now: The Wines of Australia”
  

To learn more about the foundation, or to donate, visit periwinklefoundation.org.