The American Heart Association’s Big Bottle Party, held January 29, 2026 at Rayleigh Underground in Irving, brought together wine enthusiasts and supporters in anticipation of the Côtes du Coeur Gala. Guests showcased large-format wine bottles, competing across categories such as Biggest Bottle, Most Unique, and Best in Show for top honors before being auctioned at the April 25 gala at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The lively evening combined friendly competition, generosity, and purpose, helping raise critical funds to support heart research and lifesaving data initiatives.
The BIG Bottle Competition
Guests are invited to enter the competition by donating a large-format bottle of 1 liter or larger valued at $250
or more, sourced from a preferred wine retailer such as Pogo’s Wine & Spirits or Classic Wine, or from a private collection.
Bottle donations are per couple, or per individual if attending solo.
Bottles will be displayed in Big Bottle Alley and auctioned off at the Côtes du Coeur Gala.
In lieu of a large-format bottle, a gift card of $250 or more to a local wine retailer may be donated
to fulfill this requirement. All contributions will be used to procure additional large-format bottles for auction
Bottles must be registered in advance to be displayed at the event.
Please contact the American Heart Association to register your bottle and arrange for pick-up or drop-off.
If advance arrangements are not possible, bottles may be brought and registered on the night of the event.
Need assistance or inspiration for a bottle selection?
Contact cotesducoeur@heart.org
