LAGOS – This spring, Delta will begin serving Champagne Taittinger in its Delta One cabin on international flights, a statement from the Nigeria media consultant of the airline has said.
The statement hinted that champagne pairs well with celebrations, so it’s fitting that Delta is partnering with Maison Taittinger as the airline celebrates its 100 years.
Together, Delta and Taittinger combine the airline’s commitment to world-class service with the champagne house’s legacy of luxury and craftsmanship.
Marking a historic milestone for both brands, this partnership sets a new standard for in-flight hospitality during Delta’s centennial year.
Kristen Manion Taylor, Senior Vice President, Inflight Service, Delta said that not all champagne was created equal.
“Taittinger is champagne for those who know – it represents a quiet, sophisticated elegance that will ‘wow’ our Delta One customers.
“A family-owned champagne house, Taittinger’s reputation for excellence mirrors our own, and we’re thrilled to partner with them as we elevate your travel experience,” Taylor added.
Taittinger Brut la Française is delicately balanced champagne known for its consistent, superb quality.
It has a subtle, pale gold color with fine, persistent bubbles; it is delicate, with aromas of peach, white flowers, vanilla pod and brioche on the nose and flavors of fresh fruit and honey on the palate.
Taylor said that at Delta, the airline was never satisfied with the status-quo as its teams were consistently pushing, testing and elevating its offerings with the goal of providing a best-in-class onboard experience.
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Taylor stated that similarly, Taittinger was known for having the highest-quality production, exceeding minimum aging requirements and embodying sustainable practices in addition to creating excellent champagne.
Vitalie Taittinger, President of Champagne Taittinger, said that at Taittinger, the company takes great pride in sharing its champagne with those who appreciate craftsmanship and elegance.
“This partnership with Delta – especially in such a milestone year – is a beautiful opportunity to bring our heritage to travelers around the world. Together, we are elevating the art of hospitality, one glass at a time,” the President added.
Taittinger would be presented on the Delta One bar cart and offered as a pre-meal beverage on international flights.
Like all Delta’s premium beverage offerings, it will be available throughout the flight.
And we’d be remiss not to suggest some meal pairings that will taste even better, thanks to a glass of Taittinger.
While some flavour profiles are dulled at altitude, the Taittinger Brut la Francaise’s excellent aromatic potential and blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier wines makes it the perfect choice at 35,000 feet.
Introducing Taittinger on board is the latest way Delta is taking its one-of-a-kind wine program to new heights.
“Delta’s wine program is industry-leading – from partnering with renowned brands to highlighting little-known gems of the wine world, their creativity and commitment to an exceptional in-flight experience is second to none,” said Andrea Robinson, Master Sommelier and consultant for Delta.
This year, Delta is expanding its one-of-a-kind Sky Sommelier program for flight attendant leaders on transoceanic flights.
