In anticipation of International Wine Day on May 25, Emirates has announced an extraordinary selection of rare and acclaimed wines to enhance the flying experience for wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs. Launching this summer, Emirates will offer a remarkable collection of the most prestigious wines from around the world, available onboard simultaneously.
Exclusive Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne 2008: Passengers in First Class traveling from Dubai to the UK and the Americas can indulge in the exquisite Dom Pérignon Rosé 2008, exclusively served onboard Emirates. This rare release of exceptional quality offers a bold assemblage of Pinot Noir grapes, delivering a bouquet bursting with raspberries and wild strawberries, complemented by powdery notes of iris and violet.
Louis Latour Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Les Demoiselles 2014: Throughout June and July, First Class passengers on routes from Dubai to the UK and the Americas will have the opportunity to savor the exquisite 2014 Louis Latour Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru. This white wine from Burgundy, France, presents aromas of nectarine and quince with toasted hazelnut and mineral notes, offering a taut palate with a harmonious balance of fruits, spices, and subtle minerality.
Penfolds Yattarna Chardonnay 2019: From mid-June to October, First Class passengers traveling from Dubai to Australasia can enjoy the Penfolds Yattarna Chardonnay 2019, renowned for its grapefruit and peach aromas, complemented by hints of meringue and roasted hazelnut. The palate offers a powerful and complex experience, graced with floral notes and a mineral-laced finish.
Additional Red Wine Selections: Emirates also presents an exceptional range of red wines onboard for First Class passengers. Highlights include:
- M. Chapoutier Ermitage Rouge Le Pavillon, 2012: Passengers traveling from Dubai to all mainland European destinations from June to mid-December can savor this iconic wine showcasing dark raspberries and cassis with liquorice overtones.
- Vega Sicilia Unico 2006 Ribera del Duero: Throughout June and July, First Class passengers traveling between Dubai and all mainland European destinations can enjoy this Spanish wine boasting a bouquet of black cherry, eucalyptus, and layers of leather and tobacco.
- Ornellaia, Bolgheri Tuscany 2012: Passengers flying from Milan to JFK, New York, can experience one of Italy’s most celebrated Tuscan wines, Ornellaia, Bolgheri Tuscany 2012, vibrant and generous with cherry, spice, grilled herb, and leather notes.
- Brunello Di Montalcino 2010 Ceretalto, Casanova Di Neri Toscana: First Class passengers traveling between Dubai and Italian routes from May 2024 to January 2025 can enjoy this Italian vintage presenting ripe blackberry and candied cherry aromas with spice, liquorice, and smoke notes.
- Opus One Napa Valley 2012: From the end of May throughout June, First Class passengers on routes from Dubai to North America can sample Opus One Napa Valley 2012, a partnership between two revered wine dynasties offering fresh dark fruit aromas accentuated by subtler forest-floor notes.
Emirates’ dedication to providing an exceptional wine experience extends across all classes, ensuring passengers enjoy a luxurious journey from start to finish.