{"id":229939,"date":"2023-12-14T05:15:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T22:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/?p=229939"},"modified":"2023-12-14T06:09:55","modified_gmt":"2023-12-13T23:09:55","slug":"emirates-unveils-2024-wine-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ttrweekly.com\/site\/2023\/12\/emirates-unveils-2024-wine-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Emirates unveils 2024 wine list"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

DUBAI, 14 December 2023: Emirates is introducing a new array of wines onboard global flights this month, as the previous year\u2019s investment in wine and champagne stocks tops AED186 million. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of a continuous investment in the onboard experience, Emirates boasts the most extensive wine cellar of any airline – dedicated facilities in France, which currently house around 6 million bottles of fine wine, some of which won\u2019t be served until 2037.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New fine wines onboard the Emirates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the coming months, Emirates will introduce a selection of the finest white Burgundy wines, including prestigious Premier and Grand Crus wines such as Montrachet 2011<\/em>, Chevalier Montrachet 2013<\/em>, and Corton Charlemagne 2014<\/em>, as well as some exceptional red Burgundy wines, primarily Grand Crus like \u00c9chezeaux, Clos Vougeot,<\/em> and Chambertin<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emirates is also planning to introduce several First Growths from Bordeaux in the coming years, from the renowned estates of Ch\u00e2teau Mouton, Ch\u00e2teau Margaux, Ch\u00e2teau Haut-Brion, Ch\u00e2teau Cheval Blanc, <\/em>and Ch\u00e2teau d’Yquem. <\/em>First Growth refers to the topmost level of the Bordeaux Classification of 1855, where ch\u00e2teaux were graded on their quality, price and reputation, as requested by Emperor Napoleon III.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Currently, Emirates offers 36 different varieties of French wines and Champagnes onboard its aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emirates’ prestigious criteria for wine selection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emirates’ stringent criteria for wine selection include a highly detailed process, choosing wines that are known to excel both on the ground and at altitude and continually testing the results. Key factors considered include fruit content, acidity, tannin levels, and the influence of oak. Equally crucial to Emirates is the wine’s maturity, which directly impacts tannin levels. Many of the selected wines are crafted to be enjoyed after significant ageing, and Emirates’ cellar includes wines that date back to the 2003 vintage. Bordeaux wines designated for Business Class undergo a minimum ageing period of 8-10 years, while those for First Class receive a minimum of 12-15 years of ageing, all occurring in professional facilities in France. Wines are selected when ready to be served onboard and strategically positioned worldwide. As part of its Fly Better<\/em> promise, Emirates goes to great lengths to ensure that customers can savour wines at their peak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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