Iron Sommelier

11/21/2025

What a night! Iron Sommelier 2025 Presented by Chord Energy drew more than 600 guests who helped raise over $500,000 for The Periwinkle Foundation. Your support strengthens our community of healing for children and families facing cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

Congratulations to our Iron Sommeliers 2025. It was a tie between Zach Newman of and John Mason of The Coronado Club.

1st Runner Up: Kelly Rau of

2nd Runner Up: Cole Manson of

People’s Choice: Zach Newman of

Best Table Decor: Marcus Gausepohl of (Theme: “Furmint: It Good!”)

Best Wine: Harold Houpt of (For: Domaine Serol “Turbullent” Pet-Nat Rosé NV)

Thank you to our Sommelier Chair Lara Lack and our Wine Chair Sean Beck. Thank you to every sommelier, volunteer, sponsor, and guest who made this night special. See you next year on November 19, 2026.

11/21/2025

Somms are in their element. They pour. They teach. They bring the night to life. Check out our auction for wines, spirits, and one-of-a-kind experiences. https://periwinklefoundation.home.qtego.us

11/21/2025

Tonight - a new Iron Sommelier champion will be crowned! Be a part of Iron Sommelier, presented by Chord Energy, by participating in the incredible auction or by purchasing one of our fabulous items. Browse the auction website on your phone or computer, from anywhere!! Register now to get your devices connected and start bidding on exciting items -including one of a kind bottles and unique experiences. Anyone, from anywhere, may be the winning bidder! Bidding closes TONIGHT, November 20, 2025 at 10:00pm CST. Cheers! Click the link to start bidding now! https://bit.ly/IronSomm2025

11/20/2025

Exciting news! The Iron Sommelier Auction is now LIVE! Register today to connect and start bidding on unique bottles and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re near or far, anyone can join in and bid on these incredible auction items! https://bit.ly/IronSomm2025

11/18/2025

From 13 Celsius, it’s Harold Houpt.

His theme: “A Gathering of Gamay.”

See him pour at Iron Sommelier. Get tickets at IronSommelier.org.

11/18/2025

Periwinkle Foundation’s Iron Sommelier judge and presenter, Jesse Katz named Wine Enthusiast’s 2025 Winemaker of the Year Posted on November 18, 2025 Periwinkle Foundation’s Iron Sommelier premier wine event will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston Je...

11/18/2025

Did you can bid on Iron Sommelier wines, spirits and experiences from anywhere!!! The auction site opens November 19!!!

11/17/2025

From Guard and Grace Houston, it’s Matthew McLaughlin.

His theme: “Moonage Daydream: The Wines of Moon Mountain.”

See him pour at Iron Sommelier. Get tickets at IronSommelier.org.

11/14/2025

Guess who is coming to dinner…Wine Enthusiast’s 2025 Winemaker of the Year! Congratulations to Jesse Katz from Aperture Vineyards and Winery. Jesse will be joining us at Iron Sommelier as a judge and presenter in the Underwriter Room. It’s not too late to purchase tickets.

Visit www.ironsommelier.org to buy your Iron Sommelier tickets!

The brilliant winemaker behind Aperture Cellars is refining his craft and raising the bar for Sonoma County and beyond.

11/12/2025

Iron Sommelier is almost here! Have you purchased your tickets yet for Houston’s premier wine event, presented by Chord Energy?

Join us November 20, 2025, at The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston for an unforgettable evening as 14 of Houston’s top sommeliers compete for the prestigious title of Iron Sommelier.

Get your tickets today: https://ironsommelier.org/tickets/
For more information, visit: ironsommelier.org.

This event is not to be missed—buy your tickets today!

11/10/2025

From The Library Wine Bar, it’s Brennan Harmeier taking you on a sparkling revolution.

Theme: “Liberté, Égalité, Crémant-ité: Bourgogne’s Revolutionary Substitute to Champagne.”

Catch him at Iron Sommelier. Tickets at IronSommelier.org.

11/07/2025

Wine fans, meet Riccardo Guerrieri of VinSanto Wine Houston.

His theme: “Back to the Future with Amphora.”
See him pour at Iron Sommelier. Get tickets at IronSommelier.org.