Included wines

[Ibis]

We are considering our first Seabourn cruise and wondering about what the included wines might be. Also, is the included champagne still Nicky Fooey? Thanks in advance for any information. 

[2SailingNomads]

No MORE Nicky Fooey.  Thankfully.  

[Ibis]

Yes, that’s is good news, but it was replaced with which Champagne, please? Hopefully, Seabourn does still offer a Champagne, not just a “sparkling wine” in their included selection. This isn’t necessarily part of our decision to book or not to book but it is interesting information to know when making comparisons. Thanks again!

[CruiserfaeFife]

On Ovation last month the welcome champagne in our room was Charles Lafitte but the more familiar Montaudon was being poured in bars and restaurants. 

[Ibis]

Thanks for your reply! We plan to book on Pursuit Barcelona to Miami. Looking for to our first Seabourn cruise. 

[CruiserfaeFife]

You’re welcome - hope you enjoy it. Be sure to check out the referral coupon thread at the top of this board to gain some onboard credit as a first-timer. 

[Ibis]

Thank you ! Also appreciate the reminder about the referral coupon thread:-). 

[Sir PMP]

19 hours ago, CruiserfaeFife said:

You’re welcome - hope you enjoy it. Be sure to check out the referral coupon thread at the top of this board to gain some onboard credit as a first-timer. 

I don't see the coupon thread, where is it exactly? Thks

[frantic36]

25 minutes ago, Sir PMP said:

I don't see the coupon thread, where is it exactly? Thks

It is at the top of the Seabourn Board page, either the first or second heading.

[Vineyard View]

Is it possible to switch out the welcome bottle of Charles Lafitte for something different, even the Montaudon? 

[Oliversgrandma]

Hi. Presently on Ovation on our first cruise which incidentally is going great. The welcome bottle of champagne and in bars etc seems universally Montaudon which is fine by us. 

[Vineyard View]

Thank you! 

[frantic36]

18 hours ago, Vineyard View said:

Is it possible to switch out the welcome bottle of Charles Lafitte for something different, even the Montaudon? 

 

On Quest at the moment the standard champagne pour is Montaudon and is what you receive in your suite.

[Vineyard View]

Thank you. We will be sailing Quest. Of course we know that this can change. Way better than Charles Lafitte imho

[phillipahain]

On the 65day Grand Pacific ....none of the included wines were much better than "plonk " sadly 

[Mr Luxury]

2 hours ago, phillipahain said:

On the 65day Grand Pacific ....none of the included wines were much better than "plonk " sadly 

Always buy wines from the list then you can't go wrong.

[nancygp]

While I didn’t think the included wines were “plonk”, I typically purchased wine as I found some I really enjoy and felt the prices were good

 

Nancy

[saminina]

Can there be some agreement that the advertised complimentary fine wines might come up short for the over 30 crowd?   That fine might be overstated for describing what is being poured?

 

That 25% discount makes it easy and fun to order off the premium list.   Hopefully, someday!

[Vineyard View]

If I felt the included wines were ‘plonk’, I would upgrade my package. I would also bring wines on board with me and resupply in ports that made sense. We have always done that. We have always decided that ‘included wines’ generally were not ‘all that’ and it makes sense for us to upgrade. JMHO

Edited February 28, 2023 by Vineyard View

[lincslady]

Included wines on all the lines I have been on (Seabourn, Regent, Silversea, Seadream) have been described as fine wines and have all been, if better than plonk IMO, certainly far from fine.

 

Of course, what you think of as plonk is a personal opinion.  After the first cruise, being a bit annoyed at the description, we  have drunk them as they are about the standard we would have at home on a normal evening,  i.e. up to about £10  a bottle.  Obviously some people regard this as plonk, and have higher standards and maybe a higher income!  

[Mr Luxury]

6 hours ago, saminina said:

Can there be some agreement that the advertised complimentary fine wines might come up short for the over 30 crowd?   That fine might be overstated for describing what is being poured?

 

That 25% discount makes it easy and fun to order off the premium list.   Hopefully, someday!

The 25% makes it a no brainer as the wines are competitively priced anyway.

[nancygp]

2 hours ago, Mr Luxury said:

The 25% makes it a no brainer as the wines are competitively priced anyway.

+1!

 

Nancy

[MBP&O2/O]

I don't recognise many of the wines off the published [ comp ] list, but those I do are  generally standard supermarket fayre. Certainly, for me, nothing to get excited about.

Edited February 28, 2023 by MBP&O2/O
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[SLSD]

4 hours ago, MBP&O2/O said:

I don't recognise many of the wines off the published [ comp ] list, but those I do are  generally standard supermarket fayre. Certainly, for me, nothing to get excited about.

They are not exciting at all, and supermarket fare for sure--but usually something palatable can be found--unless you are a real wine aficionado.  

[Vineyard View]

We haven’t been on Seabourn yet. We truly do enjoy nice wine. We always upgrade our package. I guess what I am hoping for is that the upgraded package is a step above grocery store? Yes, I admit to being a bit picky. And I am okay with that. if not, we can shop in Venice prior and bring some on board. No problem.