Stellar Wine Cellar: Emirates to serve exceptional Champagnes and fine wines onboard in 2026
Emirates is elevating its inflight experience in 2026 with a remarkable wine and Champagne program that spans every cabin.
First Class
- Dom Pérignon Vintage 2017 – rich yet fresh, with jasmine and candied citrus.
- Château Mouton Rothschild 2003 – a rare First Growth Bordeaux with 20+ years of maturity.
- Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru 2015 – legendary Burgundy Chardonnay with mineral tension.
- Le Petit Cheval Blanc 2023 – a rare white from Château Cheval Blanc.
- Seña 2016 (Chile) – elegant Cabernet blend with violet and cedar notes.
- Penfolds RWT Shiraz 2015 (Australia) – dark fruit, mocha, and spice.
- Vilafonté Series C 2016 (South Africa) – Bordeaux-style blend with polished tannins.
Business Class
- La Dame de Montrose 2014 (Bordeaux) – blackcurrant, cedar, and tobacco.
- Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2024 (Rhône) – rare white Rhône with citrus and pear.
Premium Economy
- La Parde de Haut-Bailly 2014 (Bordeaux) – elegant with silky tannins.
- Chablis Premier Cru 2024 (Burgundy) – pure, mineral Chardonnay.
- Wiston Estate Brut NV (England) – Emirates’ first English sparkling wine, exclusive to UK routes.
- Chandon 2021 (Australia) – méthode traditionnelle sparkling with brioche and almond notes.
Economy Class
- Domaine de la Baume Tautavel 2023 (France) – Grenache-Syrah with ripe fruit and herbs.
- Château Pech-Latt Corbières 2024 (France) – Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre blend.
- Cuvée Sabourin Picpoul de Pinet 2024 (France) – crisp, citrus-driven white.
- Journey’s End Sauvignon Blanc 2025 (South Africa) – lively acidity with grapefruit and kiwifruit.
Emirates’ Wine Philosophy
- Over $1 billion invested since 2006.
- A cellar of 5 million bottles stored in France.
- Wines aged 8–15 years before serving, ensuring they’re at peak maturity.
- Rare vintages and limited allocations, giving passengers access to bottles not widely available elsewhere.
This program underscores Emirates’ commitment to its Fly Better promise, blending luxury, rarity, and craftsmanship into the onboard experience.
