EVA Air has achieved significant recognition at the 2026 Cellars in the Sky Awards, hosted by Business Traveller in London. The airline secured Gold in the Business Class Sparkling Wine category and the newly introduced Drinks Innovation – Wellness No & Low category, marking it as the only Taiwan-based carrier to be honoured in these categories. This accolade underscores EVA Air's commitment to providing an exceptional culinary experience at high altitudes.
The Cellars in the Sky Awards, established in 1985, are judged by an international panel of wine experts through blind tastings and are considered a benchmark for in-flight wine programmes. EVA Air has a history of success at these awards, having previously won Gold for Best Business Class Cellar in 2015 and 2016, and maintaining a decade-long winning streak in the Best Business Class Sparkling category.
This year, EVA Air's choice of Laurent-Perrier's Grand Siècle cuvée clinched the Gold for Business Class Sparkling Wine. This champagne, a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from three vintages, is noted for its elegant acidity and complexity. In the Drinks Innovation – Wellness No & Low category, EVA Air's selection of Oddbird Blanc de Blancs, a non-alcoholic sparkling wine from Sweden, also won Gold. This organic and vegan-certified wine offers a high-quality alternative for passengers seeking alcohol-free options.
EVA Air's in-flight wine programme continues to gain international acclaim, offering a curated selection of premium champagnes and innovative non-alcoholic choices. The airline's Business Class wine list, featuring red and white wines from around the globe, consistently receives praise from travellers and international rating organisations.
Founded in 1989, EVA Air is a member of the Star Alliance and operates over 80 aircraft to approximately 60 international destinations. The airline is set to expand its network with the launch of a new route to Washington DC Dulles on 26 June
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