Article: Virgin Australia Finally Refreshes Its Lounge Wines

[ozstamps]

I didn’t mind the new sav blanc option.

And nice to see that Tatachilla is AUSTRALIAN made, as are the others.

https://www.thebottle-o.com.au/sm/pickup/rsid/3613/product/tatachilla-white-admiral-sauvignon-blanc-750ml-bottle-id-244840

 

[Mattg]

I’m currently sitting in the Ahlan first class lounge at DXB, in the roped off section at the back where QR sends its F passengers.

In most respects, this is an impressive lounge. There’s a la carte dining with a great menu and prompt table service, as well as a full range of spirits and champagne. So you can imagine my surprise to see that 3 of the wines on the drinks list are the same as what’s served in the VA lounges! I think I’ll stick with champagne.

 

[Steven of Bali]

I’m currently sitting in the Ahlan first class lounge at DXB, in the roped off section at the back where QR sends its F passengers.

In most respects, this is an impressive lounge. There’s a la carte dining with a great menu and prompt table service, as well as a full range of spirits and champagne. So you can imagine my surprise to see that 3 of the wines on the drinks list are the same as what’s served in the VA lounges! I think I’ll stick with champagne.

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Urk

 

[henrus]

So you can imagine my surprise to see that 3 of the wines on the drinks list are the same as what’s served in the VA lounges!

I guess VA can now claim they serve the same wine as a first class lounge in Dubai!

 

[ols]

I’m currently sitting in the Ahlan first class lounge at DXB, in the roped off section at the back where QR sends its F passengers.

Will be there in a month for the first time.

 

[Carmilla5]

With such low level of wines (and food) available, is it even worth chasing status to get access the lounges? Airport facilities food options are getting better and better these days.

Great point. Only thing I really enjoy lately is the coffee. Other than everything else is meh. Agree at MEL the array of food and wine choices makes me wonder why am I chasing status.

 

[GJB68]

My local Virgin airport lounge is Gold Coast. Haven't tried the wines yet as I can't go past the Balter XPA beers. Top shelf in my book.

 

[PERLHR]

My local Virgin airport lounge is Gold Coast. Haven't tried the wines yet as I can't go past the Balter XPA beers. Top shelf in my book.

Yes I actually kinda liked that lounge on my one visit (so far). Nice views also.

 

[Wine Lover]

Virgin Australia Finally Refreshes Its Lounge Wines is an article written by the AFF editorial team:

Virgin Australia Finally Refreshes Its Lounge Wines

For a while, some of the wines served in Virgin Australia's airport lounges have tasted pretty bad. But the airline is finally refreshing its wine list with some new options.

www.australianfrequentflyer.com.au

You can leave a comment or discuss this topic below.

I'm soon to fly Virgin Business Class & sorry to hear about their poor quality wine. That said, I'm not that impressed with Qantas lounge wines (especially their sparkling wine); many lounges in the world actually serve Champagne!! I'm not suggesting free-pour, too much wastage. Other world lounges offer free basic alcohol & a small charge for more premium wines (that's something I would certainly pay for).

 

[PERLHR]

I think both VA and QF are poor generally (although I don't actually mind the VA sparkling). Lost opportunity though ...so many great vineyards in Australia. You would think they would have some bargaining power with Barossa Valley, Swan Valley, Tasmania. It would be a nice way forward as in all likelihood the lounges will not have so many guests with "status" over time (at least the VA ones perhaps).

 

[PERLHR]

I'm soon to fly Virgin Business Class & sorry to hear about their poor quality wine. That said, I'm not that impressed with Qantas lounge wines (especially their sparkling wine); many lounges in the world actually serve Champagne!! I'm not suggesting free-pour, too much wastage. Other world lounges offer free basic alcohol & a small charge for more premium wines (that's something I would certainly pay for).

Nothing wrong with free pour...many lounges offer it. Also it's ridiculous having to Q at Aussie lounges (well done within VA) just to get a beer!!
The pics show how BA do it!..and no
ne of this "oh dear it's not noon yet nonsense". !

 

[Wine Lover]

Nothing wrong with free pour...many lounges offer it. Also it's ridiculous having to Q at Aussie lounges (well done within VA) just to get a beer!!
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Happy with free pour, but would be great to see Champagne in Qantas lounges even if it's not free pour (other than Sydney 1st)

 

[Carmilla5]

I'm already questioning the value of VA lounge access (or even VA status at all) these days. The food is terrible, and when the "improved" wine selection includes a cheap and rough Shiraz that Dan's is currently selling for $6 per bottle, Virgin is answering that question for me. I can't justify going out of my way to maintain platinum when this is the level of "rewards".

Completely agree. The only thing good about the lounge, at least in MEL, is the space itself. Coffee is always pretty good too. If I see one more veggie curry or biriyani I’ll scream!

 

[clifford]

as in all likelihood the lounges will not have so many guests with "status" over time (at least the VA ones perhaps).

Sorry, but I think that's wishful thinking. Virgin (Bain and their American consultants) have decided to replace pax who pay for their flights with those that apply for the (several) right credit cards. It's the American way... But no less in number.

 

[PERLHR]

Sorry, but I think that's wishful thinking. Virgin (Bain and their American consultants) have decided to replace pax who pay for their flights with those that apply for the (several) right credit cards. It's the American way... But no less in number.

Yeah although I had thought that the number of credit cards that allow for that access had been reduced...however I guess not!