H
osted at the Hilton Sandestin
Beach Golf Resort &
Spa Ballroom, this South
Walton Beaches Wine and
Food Festival preview allowed patrons to
sample wines from over 600 entries for the
2017 festival, including newly named medal
winners in 60 categories. Lots of volunteers
from many charities assisted in making the
tasting run smoothly.
“Tasting of Champions is one of our
most popular events, giving attendees the
opportunity to sample more than 600 wines,
many of which retail for more than the
event ticket price,” said DCWAF Executive
Director John Russell. “This event provides a
unique opportunity to sample award winning
wines first. It is also a great way to advance
your wine repertoire by tasting wines rated by
judges with a very sophisticated palate.”
This annual event is a fundraiser which
benefits the Destin Charity Wine Auction
Foundation. The money raised benefits
children in need in Northwest Florida. The
foundation has raised more than $10 million
through hosting of world class wine and
culinary events, helping more than 60,000
children. Not only does it taste good, it does a
world of good for children affected by health
problems or abuse. For more information on
the foundation see DCWAF.org.
VIP Destin at Hilton Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
photos and story by
Leah VanHoose
Lena Argersinger & Jill Cadenhead
Megan Daemy & Nate Waldstein
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Mallerie Gest & Adrianna Berrios
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