Starting December 1, 2024, Singapore Airlines will become the only airline in the world to serve Cristal 2015 champagne, following an exclusive partnership with renowned French champagne house Louis Roederer. This iconic champagne, celebrated for its refined taste and quality, will be available to First Class and Suites passengers aboard Singapore Airlines’ Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-300ER flights. Initially, Cristal 2015 will be offered on flights to key destinations, including London, Los Angeles, Paris, Sydney, Tokyo, Delhi, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, with plans to rotate across other First Class routes on a three-month schedule.
Crafted by cellar master Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, Cristal 2015 represents Louis Roederer’s dedication to sustainable viticulture and exceptional winemaking. The champagne, a blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, is sourced from 45 of Louis Roederer’s Grands Crus vineyard plots. Cristal 2015 is celebrated for its meticulous aging process and superior flavor profile, which gives it a rich depth and refined elegance.
Frederic Rouzaud, CEO of Champagne Louis Roederer, shared his excitement about the partnership: “Cristal 2015 delivers intense and delicious aromas with superb energy and an ethereal vibration. This is a timeless champagne of supreme balance and measure, resonating with the chalkiness of its soils, bursting forth in a bracing, vertical effervescence, with an insistent, precise, and finely honed freshness. We are really delighted that our iconic Cristal champagne has been chosen to be served on board Singapore Airlines.”
Elevating the In-Flight Experience
This exclusive partnership aims to elevate the travel experience for Singapore Airlines’ most discerning customers. “This partnership between two world-class brands demonstrates Singapore Airlines’ commitment to elevating the travel experience for our discerning customers,” stated Yeoh Phee Teik, Senior Vice President of Customer Experience at Singapore Airlines. “Exclusively offering a premium champagne like Cristal 2015 will delight our Suites and First Class customers, and ensures that they continue to enjoy an unparalleled, luxurious journey with us.”
Singapore Airlines’ selection of Cristal 2015 aligns with the expertise of its acclaimed wine panel, including wine consultant Jeannie Cho Lee, the first Asian Master of Wine. Lee highlighted the thoughtful selection process involved in curating the in-flight wine list, saying, “Our goal is to ensure that the finest wines from the best vintages enhance the travel experience and complement the in-flight cuisine on board Singapore Airlines flights. Cristal 2015 is an exceptional experience, which is highly sought-after by the most demanding wine connoisseurs worldwide.”
Lee further emphasized Cristal 2015’s exceptional qualities, explaining, “Its depth and impressive quality from the meticulous aging process results in a champagne with intricate and intense flavors of toasted pinenuts, crushed stones, and white flowers, coupled with a crescendo of refined flavors and a lingering, persistent finish. The quality of this wine remains prominent even at 36,000 feet, making it the perfect addition for Singapore Airlines’ Suites and First Class customers.”
A Curated Champagne Selection for Premium Travelers
Cristal 2015 joins Singapore Airlines’ selection of high-quality champagnes, providing Suites and First Class passengers with up to three premium champagne labels per flight. This exclusive addition reinforces SIA’s commitment to curating an exceptional in-flight experience, enhancing the luxury offerings available to its premium passengers.
As one of the most highly regarded champagnes in the world, Cristal 2015 enhances the in-flight wine experience for Singapore Airlines, further distinguishing the airline’s luxurious offerings in First Class and Suites cabins.
