Named Thirteen Forty Five, the label will pay tribute to the airline’s inaugural flight from Auckland to Sydney in 1940, which spanned 1345 miles. Operated by Air New Zealand’s predecessor, TEAL (Tasman Empire Airways Limited), that flight marked the beginning of a new era of air travel that would connect New Zealand to the world.
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Crafted in collaboration with renowned New Zealand wine producer Villa Maria, part of Indevin Group, Thirteen Forty Five will launch with a signature sauvignon blanc and a pinot noir, available exclusively to Air New Zealand customers. Air New Zealand has worked with winemakers on the ground in Marlborough to create bespoke blends that capture the essence of one of New Zealand’s most famous wine regions.
Thirteen Forty Five will be available from March in Premium Economy, Air New Zealand lounges, and exclusively on the Airpoints Store. For a limited time, customers will also be able to enjoy it during Koru Hour on select domestic flights.
Air New Zealand also showcases an extensive selection of New Zealand wines in its Business Premier cabin. Each year, local wineries are invited to submit their wines for consideration by the airline’s Wine Ambassadors.