Malaysia Airlines has been recognised among the world’s leading airlines for its exceptional wine programme, taking home seven awards at the prestigious Cellars in the Sky Awards 2026 — including two Gold accolades for its Business Class Lounge Wine Cellar and Business Class Lounge Red Wine selection.
For travellers who see the journey as much as the destination, Malaysia Airlines is proving that luxury begins long before take-off. The national carrier of Malaysia has been celebrated for its outstanding wine offering at the 2026 Cellars in the Sky Awards, reinforcing its commitment to delivering a premium hospitality experience both on the ground and in the air.
The airline secured seven awards across multiple categories, including two Gold awards for its Business Class Lounge Wine Cellar and Business Class Lounge Red Wine – Château Larteau, Bordeaux Supérieur 2022.
The recognition highlights Malaysia Airlines’ continued focus on elevating the passenger experience through exceptional dining, carefully curated beverages and its signature Malaysian Hospitality.
A Premium Lounge Experience at Kuala Lumpur International Airport
At the heart of Malaysia Airlines’ award-winning experience is the Golden Lounge at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) — a sophisticated space designed to offer travellers comfort, relaxation and a taste of Malaysian hospitality before their flight.
The lounge combines elegant surroundings with an impressive culinary offering, featuring authentic Malaysian dishes, the signature Live Noodle Station, international buffet selections and an array of desserts.
The award-winning wine collection complements the dining experience, allowing guests to enjoy carefully selected wines while preparing for their journey.
The Award Winners
Malaysia Airlines received recognition across seven categories at this year’s Cellars in the Sky Awards:
- Gold: Business Class Lounge Wine Cellar
- Gold: Business Class Lounge Red Wine – Château Larteau, Bordeaux Supérieur 2022
- Silver: Business Class Lounge White & Rosé Wine – Domaine Tholomies La Chapelle 2024
- Silver: Business Class Lounge Red Wine – Oxford Landing Shiraz 2024
- Bronze: Business Class White Wine – Vavasour Chardonnay 2023
- Bronze: First Class Lounge Sparkling Wine – Champagne Philippe Gonet Brut Reserve
- Bronze: Business Class Lounge White & Rosé Wine – Howard Park Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Among the Gold-winning selections, Château Larteau Bordeaux Supérieur 2022 stood out for its depth, balance and refined character.
Produced in France’s Bordeaux region, the wine received a score of 93.0 from the Cellars in the Sky judging panel, with judges praising its complexity, savoury notes and rich flavours of black fruit.
Celebrating Excellence in Airline Hospitality
The Cellars in the Sky Awards are among the aviation industry’s most respected wine competitions, with all wines judged blind by an independent panel of internationally recognised experts.
This year’s judging panel included wine specialists Charles Metcalfe, Sam Caporn MW, Peter McCombie MW and John Worontschak, alongside industry consultant Kelly Stevenson.
Each entry was assessed purely on its own qualities, with judges evaluating appearance, aroma, flavour, balance, complexity, length and overall quality — without knowledge of the airline, producer or price point.
The recognition reflects Malaysia Airlines’ ongoing commitment to creating memorable journeys through exceptional service, thoughtful details and world-class hospitality.
The Malaysia Airlines Premium Travel Experience
Beyond its award-winning wine programme, Malaysia Airlines continues to enhance every stage of the travel experience.
Business Suite and Business Class passengers can enjoy priority services, access to the Golden Lounge and personalised assistance throughout their journey. Eligible guests can also experience the airline’s Private Terminal Transfer service, featuring a luxury fleet of Mercedes-Benz vehicles connecting passengers between KLIA’s main terminal building and satellite terminal.
On board, travellers can experience Malaysian-inspired dining, award-winning wines and the airline’s signature hospitality, alongside modern comforts including MHstudio inflight entertainment, a generous baggage allowance and complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi across all cabins on the Airbus A350-900.
Connecting London to Asia and Beyond
For UK travellers, Malaysia Airlines offers convenient connections between London Heathrow and Kuala Lumpur, operating twice-daily flights with access to more than 60 destinations across over 20 countries.
Combining exceptional service, cultural heritage and modern luxury, Malaysia Airlines continues to position itself as a gateway to Asia — offering travellers an elevated experience from lounge to landing.
With its latest Cellars in the Sky recognition, the airline proves that the journey itself can be just as memorable as the destination.
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