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welcome Thank you for choosing to fly with us today. Our cabin crew are here to ensure you have an enjoyable in-flight experience, so just sit back, relax and let us take care of you. After take-off you can indulge in our unique restaurant experience in the sky, brought to you by leading Australian restaurateur and Virgin Australia resident chef, Luke Mangan. Luke and his team aim to create unexpected and memorable food and beverage experiences for our guests and have devised a special menu featuring dishes with clean, fresh flavours and a contemporary Australian feel, prepared on board for your dining pleasure. To complement your dining experience, our wine panel has also chosen a consummate selection of wines from Australia and around the world. These wines are certain to add to your enjoyment either with your meal or at any time throughout your flight. We have carefully designed a range of on-board dining options to suit your individual needs. 1
dining options in-suite dining A la carte Shortly after take-off, our cabin crew will offer you a carefully designed three-course menu, complemented by a selection of premium local and international wines. Express dining Rather than enjoying a leisurely meal, you might prefer to settle in and enjoy our state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment, finish off some work or catch up on sleep. If so, you re sure to find something quick, light and satisfying in our express dining menu. Pantry A selection of gourmet snacks is available from the pantry at any time during your flight. We can serve you in your suite or you can help yourself at the bar. Breakfast Before landing, breakfast will be served. Just fill in your wake-up card and hand it to cabin crew before you turn in for the night. bar dining Once the meal service is over, the bar is open and ready to welcome you. So please feel free to take the opportunity to join us for a drink after your meal or at any time. A selection of gourmet snacks and nibbles will also be on offer for you to enjoy. Our cabin crew will be delighted to help with any special requests you might have. Enjoy your flight with Virgin Australia. 2
wine champagne Founded in Ay in north-eastern France in 1860, Champagne Ayala is one of the longest established Champagne Houses. Independent and family-run, the House is synonymous with the production of Champagne of freshness and elegance enjoyed throughout the world. Champagne Ayala Millésimé 2007 Vintage, France Bright yellow, with a slightly amber hue. Nose is ripe, with great intensity and remarkable complexity. Features aromas of candied yellow fruit, toffee and brioche. The palate, built around Pinot Noir, is structured and powerful, developing notes of chestnut honey and dried fruit. white wine Amberley Chenin Blanc 2016 Swan Valley, Australia Bright, pale straw with a green hue, this wine displays clean, fresh aromas of green apple and pear on the nose. Underlying hints of honeysuckle and toasty notes add complexity. Off-dry, with a crisp acidity that refreshes the middle and back palate, the high fruit intensity shows juicy characters of Fuji apples, apple blossom and lime, concluding with attractive honey characters on the finish. Grant Burge 5th Generation Pinot Gris 2016 Barossa Valley, Australia Pale straw in colour with rich aromas of fresh poached pears, blood orange marmalade, peach nectar and honeycomb with intense floral scents. The palate is richly textured; soft and rounded yet vibrant and clean, with zesty natural acidity, balanced with fresh fruit flavours and a creamy complexity with spicy and nutty nuances. Soft finish with lingering flavours of spice and fresh peaches and pears. Petaluma 100 Line Chardonnay 2016 Coonawarra, Australia Made and blended exclusively for Virgin Airlines, the Petaluma 100 Line Chardonnay displays aromas of orange blossom, pear and delicate oak lead onto a smooth and flowing palate, with flavours of peach and grapefruit with a soft round finish. 3
red wine Mud House Pinot Noir 2015 Central Otago, New Zealand Deep ruby red in colour with aromas of red cherry, dried herb, scented oak and vibrant spice. Smooth on the palate with dark cherry and bramble flavours delivering a long finish with fine tannins and balanced acidity. St Hallett Duo Shiraz 2016 Barossa & Eden Valleys, Australia Made and blended exclusively for Virgin Airlines, the St Hallett Duo incorporates the best possible parcels of fruit from both subregions the Barossa and Eden Valleys. Blackcurrant and mulberry fruit burst onto the palate, showing a bright and lush vibrancy. The lively fruit flavours are complemented by the refined and elegant tannins which gives a balanced, savoury finish. Leasingham Bin 56 Cabernet Malbec 2015 Clare Valley, Australia Dark purple with brilliant crimson hues. Bouquet of red and blackcurrant, musk, violets, bay leaf and mint. A seamless and complex wine with red and black fruits supported by hints of mocha, mint and subtle cedar spice. Fine tannins and a soft acid balance lead to a long and satisfying finish. dessert and fortified wines Petaluma Cane Cut Riesling 2012 Adelaide Hills, Australia This wine is luscious, but crisp, with lovely lemon-lime intensity and a hint of sherbet. Long and sweet, it is the perfect late morning tipple or equally at home with dessert. This style is best enjoyed young and fresh, but will also develop some lovely toast and honey over time. Grant Burge Aged Tawny NV Barossa Valley, Australia The wine is a lovely golden tawny colour with definite red tinges. The spicy fruit flavours are a legacy of the high proportion of Grenache, with some Mataro and Shiraz, which adds a lifted freshness to the more complex aged characters in the background. The palate is smooth and rich, with the mid-palate sweetness balanced by an elegant drying finish. 4
drinks champagne cocktails Mimosa: Orange juice and Australian sparkling wine Bellini: Peach nectar and Australian sparkling wine Kir Royale: Crème de cassis and Australian sparkling wine aperitif Campari spirits 666 Pure Tasmanian Vodka Bombay Sapphire Gin Grant s Family Reserve Scotch Whisky The Balvenie DoubleWood 12 year old single malt Jim Beam White Label Bourbon Bundaberg UP Rum Hennessy VS Cognac liqueurs Baileys Irish Cream Cointreau beers Corona Extra Crown Lager Lazy Yak Pale Ale soft drinks and mixers Still water Sparkling water Coca-Cola Coca-Cola Zero Lemonade Tonic water Soda water Ginger ale juices Orange Apple Cranberry Tomato 5
pantry Feeling peckish? These items are available in your suite or at the bar nibbles Nuts Roasted almonds Chocolate Valrhona milk and dark chocolate Chips Gourmet potato crisps with sea salt Olives Marinated mixed olives lite bites Bolognese arancini with romesco sauce and rocket Chicken and leek toasted sandwich with tomato relish Hommus with smoked paprika, almonds and flatbread v Artisan cheese plate with grapes and fig jam v v Vegetarian We apologise if your first choice is not available. 6
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