Côtes du Coeur is a series of events leading up to an annual black-tie fine wine auction and celebrity chef dinner held in Dallas, Texas, benefiting the American Heart Association (AHA). Sponsored by the Dallas Division of the AHA, the spring gala is the largest of its kind and is the number one gala in the nation for the American Heart Association. Proceeds from Côtes du Coeur go directly to the AHA for cardiovascular research and heart health educational programs. During its 21-year history, Côtes du Coeur has attracted more than 18,000 attendees and has raised more than $18 million. 

Côtes du Coeur hosts approximately 1,200 business and community leaders, wine industry leaders, wine collectors, physicians and business leaders from throughout the Southwest. At the gala, renowned Dallas chef Richard Chamberlain leads 16 acclaimed chefs in the creation of a tasting menu and wine pairing from 30 elite wineries from America and abroad. Attendees experience multi-course fine dining created around a specific wine varietal for each dish. The quality of the food and wine is a key differentiator for Côtes du Coeur. The gala features a live auction of one-of-a-kind experience-packages and a silent auction of more than 2,000 wines-the largest fine wine auction in the Southwest. 

A key focus of the 2013 Côtes du Coeur season is a special emphasis on quality networking during the planning sessions, pre-parties and gala. These events offer multiple opportunities for patrons to cultivate deep and meaningful business and personal relationships with senior level executives from the Dallas area.  

photos from 2012 Cotes du Coeur