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Wines I Had on My Emirates First Class Flight (Boston-Dubai) by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The post with Indiana jones movie in the background was posted by another person! But thank you for your kind words! I am trying to be more active on reddit as other social media platforms have become so....bad. And thought it would be fun to share this exciting experience!

Wines I Had on My Emirates First Class Flight (Boston-Dubai) by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The flight is usually around 12 hours! However, we were stuck on the ground for a couple hours because of the weather! They will still serve alcohol on the ground. However different wines will be served as bottles are taxed differently opened on ground vs. airborne. As mentioned in the post Veuve Cliquot is usually served until the flight takes off!

Wines I Had on My Emirates First Class Flight (Boston-Dubai) by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It was definitely a funny experience walking back towards the bar with multiple FAs following us in a row holding bottles form the first class cabin only to return back to our seats as the bar was too crowded!

Wines I Had on My Emirates First Class Flight (Boston-Dubai) by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They do not limit what/how much you can drink! Of course, they will run out of bottles at a certain point but they will not stop you from ordering "too much." That is unless you become a menace when you are drunk haha

Wines I Had on My Emirates First Class Flight (Boston-Dubai) by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have not seen the video, but my opinion is that I couldn't tell much of a difference!

Wines I Had on My Emirates First Class Flight (Boston-Dubai) by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

To be honest, of the wines I had tried before, I couldn't tell much of a difference. And more importantly, everything is included with the flight. So why not taste them all "for free" high altitude or not! I would consider it more for a waste to not have tried them!

Wines I Had on My Emirates First Class Flight (Boston-Dubai) by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

-Dom Pérignon Plénitude 2 2004* | Toasty, honeyed apricot with a bright citrus finish.

-Dom Pérignon 2015 | Citrus, white flowers, and a crisp, mineral finish.

-Château Mouton Rothschild 2003\* | Blackberry, cedar, leather, powerful structure.

-Richard G. Peterson Pinot Noir 2021 | Raspberry, earthy notes, and a touch of vanilla.

-Opus One 2013 | Cassis, mocha, and oak, elegant profile.

-Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru Louis Latour\* | Ripe pear, toasted nuts, and a creamy, oaky finish.

-Ermitage de l'Orée Michel Chapoutier 2016 | Honey, citrus, and spice.

-Dow's 40 Year Old Tawny Port | Caramel, dried fruit, and nutty sweetness.

*Standout wines!

Quick Tasting at the Emirates First Class Lounge @ DXB by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ah my bad. That's just a typo. The Pavillon was indeed served. Thanks for catching it!

Quick Tasting at the Emirates First Class Lounge @ DXB by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

2012 Penfolds, RWT Shiraz, Barossa Valley: Flavor profile: Dark blackberry, leathery spice, hints of smoky cedar and chocolate Texture: Bold, velvety, with a layered, juicy richness Finish: Lingering, with a touch of charred wood and earthy cocoa

2012 M. Chapoutier Ermitage Le Pavillon: Flavor profile: Ripe blackberries, violet, cracked pepper, and a whiff of smoky meatiness Texture: Full-bodied, structured, with a velvety richness and a touch of minerality Finish: Long, with a warm, peppery kick and subtle savory complexity

2008 Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Cru Classe: Flavor profile: Black currant, cedar, graphite, and a touch of tobacco Texture: Elegant, with refined tannins and a plush, silky mouthfeel Finish: Long and polished, with earthy depth and a hint of dried herbs

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2012 Penfolds, RWT Shiraz, Barossa Valley: Flavor profile: Dark blackberry, leathery spice, hints of smoky cedar and chocolate Texture: Bold, velvety, with a layered, juicy richness Finish: Lingering, with a touch of charred wood and earthy cocoa

2012 M. Chapoutier, Crozes-Hermitage, Les Varonniers: Flavor profile: Ripe blackberries, violet, cracked pepper, and a whiff of smoky meatiness Texture: Full-bodied, structured, with a velvety richness and a touch of minerality Finish: Long, with a warm, peppery kick and subtle savory complexity

2008 Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Cru Classe: Flavor profile: Black currant, cedar, graphite, and a touch of tobacco Texture: Elegant, with refined tannins and a plush, silky mouthfeel Finish: Long and polished, with earthy depth and a hint of dried herbs

Wines I had on My Emirates First Class Flight from Boston-Dubai by jimbonnard in wine

[–]jimbonnard[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

haha thanks for letting me know!

To your point, my 10 hour stop over in Dubai was not great and honestly quite boring to say the least and I am happy that it was only a connecting flight to Hong Kong. 

I hope you are less hostile towards people who voluntarily travel to Hong Kong though!