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Πέμπτη 20 Φεβρουαρίου 2025

Korean Air wins gold medals at Cellars in the Sky Awards 2024

 

(Seoul, February 19, 2025) - Korean Air has been awarded gold medals in both business class red and business class sparkling wine categories at Business Traveller’s Cellars in the Sky 2024 Awards. The airline also received three silver medals in the following categories: business class white, first class fortified/dessert wine and business class cellar.

The airline’s business class red wine, Dandelion Vineyards Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz 2021, and its champagne, Charles Heidsieck Brut Millésimé 2013, both earned top honors in their respective categories. Additionally, the Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis Premier Cru Montmains 2021 received a silver medal in the business class white wine category, while Château Guiraud 2002 was awarded silver in the first class fortified/dessert wine category. Korean Air also ranked second overall in total business class wine scores, earning a silver medal in the business class cellar category.

Founded in 1985, the Cellars in the Sky Awards are widely regarded as the leading global benchmark for airline wine selections.


Each year, airlines from around the world submit their top wines from their first and business class for blind tasting and evaluation by a panel of wine experts. The results of the 2024 awards were revealed in February, with 32 global airlines, including Delta Air Lines, All Nippon Airways, and Air France, competing in what has been described as the most competitive year since before the pandemic.

Notably, two of Korean Air’s winning wines are vegan-certified wines, reflecting the airline’s commitment to evolving dietary preferences. Currently, the airline serves 20 types of wines in its first class and a total of 53 varieties across all classes. Korean Air's wine program is carefully curated to complement the unique characteristics of in-flight dining, with a focus on food pairings and a regularly updated selection to ensure variety for frequent flyers.


[ Reference : Korean Air's Award-Winning Wines ]

1. Dandelion Vineyards Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz 2021

○ Gold Medal in Business Class Red

- The Barossa Valley is renowned for its Shiraz grapes, and this wine, made from old vines, offers a distinctive Shiraz experience. It features lingering flavors of black currant, cinnamon, dark chocolate, and black pepper. With smooth tannins and a clean, fruit-forward finish, it stands out as an exceptional choice.


2. Charles Heidsieck Brut Millésimé 2013

○ Gold Medal in Business Class Sparkling / Vegan

- Charles Heidsieck is a renowned Champagne house with a rich history, highly favored by sommeliers worldwide. This champagne features rich aromas of citrus, apricot, berries, and nuts, complemented by a balanced and creamy texture. Perfect as an aperitif, it also pairs exceptionally well with a variety of main courses.


3. Jean-Marc Brocard Chablis Premier Cru Montmains 2022

○ Silver Medal in Business Class White / Vegan

- Produced in a single vineyard on the western side of the Serein River in France, this Chablis is vibrant and mineral-driven. It offers fresh green herb aromas and a crisp, lingering acidity. The wine pairs effortlessly with seafood, fish, or dishes with a salty profile.


4. Château Guiraud 2002

○ Silver Medal in First Class Fortified / Dessert Wine

- Château Guiraud, a Premier Cru from Bordeaux’s Sauternes region, has been celebrated since its 1855 classification. With its deep golden amber hue and rich aromas of honey, marmalade, and white flowers, it pairs beautifully with both aperitifs and desserts.


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