changes?

[zqtchas]

Is it true that Barbara has been replaced by an RCI ex?

Paolo is gone? Has Vicki left too?

Has the featured champagne been changed too? No more Pommery?

 

[jollyjones]

Vicki left ages ago, she’s currently on the Crystal Symphony. 

[fdnycruiser]

She left in November was on the Nova before the TA. 

Edited May 18 by fdnycruiser
Additional info

[Gourmet Gal]

The new champagne is nothing special. 

[sea bright]

On the Muse now (since May 1) and Pommery is flowing freely!

[AtlantaCruiser72]

7 hours ago, sea bright said:

On the Muse now (since May 1) and Pommery is flowing freely!

Im sure they are pouring off their backstock before switching over to the new supplier. Depending on the provisioning ports and how the previous supply was ordered/warehoused it may take a few months to go through it all. 

[jpalbny]

We'll see if they have any left on Silver Cloud in a few weeks. If so we'll try to put a dent in it.

[Silver Spectre]

The Pommery will probably last into June/July and then be gone.

[spinnaker2]

Paolo long gone

barbara too

[seawolf29]

Hello everyone, I have a question...which Paolo are you referring to?

Thanks

[zqtchas]

Silversea has selected Duval-Leroy as its champagne of choice aboard its ships.

Duval-Leroy and Silversea share core values, which is commitment to exceptional quality, the company said in a statement.

 “When selecting a champagne, the consideration of quality is paramount,” said Lawrence d’Almeida, Silversea’s wine ambassador. “For Silversea, this begins with choosing the right partner. And Duval-Leroy was, for us, a natural choice. It is a long-standing family business, always focused on achieving the highest quality. With Silversea, they share an uncompromising commitment to excellence, achieved through attention to detail and passion for its craft.” 

Located in the heart of the Cote des Blancs, in Vertus, Champagne, Duval-Leroy produces a variety of champagnes that reflect the French tradition.

Guests will enjoy three Duval-Leroy champagnes aboard Silversea’s ships. The Duval-Leroy Brut Réserve will be the complimentary champagne of choice and will greet guests upon arrival in their suites. The Duval-Leroy Rosé Prestige Premier Cru will be offered to guests in upper suites upon embarkation, while the Duval-Leroy Femme de Champagne 2002 will also be available on the Connoisseur’s wine list at an additional charge.

[zqtchas]

Dear Mr. I’m honored to be named the new President of Silversea and grateful to succeed Barbara Muckermann, who helped establish Silversea as the world’s top ultra-luxury and expedition cruise line.

I have been with the Royal Caribbean Group for the past 20 years, covering several global roles and responsibilities. Most recently serving as senior vice president, International, I worked with my team to position Royal Caribbean International as the vacation brand of choice, across a wide range of travel preferences in more than 80 countries. I also served as president of China operations for Royal Caribbean International, where I had the pleasure of building the brand into China’s leading cruise line. Previously, I was chief operating officer for the Group’s former luxury cruise line, Azamara. I have long admired the wonderful brand that the experienced Silversea team have built over 30 years and respect how they have been driven to create the most unique and memorable experiences in travel. The opportunity to lead and grow such a beloved brand is a great privilege, and I could not be more excited to work with the Silversea leadership team. The future of the brand has never been brighter as we continue the tradition of delivering best in class experiences with the arrival of Silver Ray later this year. I am looking forward to meeting you onboard in due course. Best regards, Bert Alberto A. Hernandez President, Silversea

[canderson]

20 minutes ago, zqtchas said:

Guests will enjoy three Duval-Leroy champagnes aboard Silversea’s ships. The Duval-Leroy Brut Réserve will be the complimentary champagne of choice and will greet guests upon arrival in their suites. The Duval-Leroy Rosé Prestige Premier Cru will be offered to guests in upper suites upon embarkation, while the Duval-Leroy Femme de Champagne 2002 will also be available on the Connoisseur’s wine list at an additional charge.

The NV Brut Réserve ... 89 of 100

The Rosé Prestige Premier Cru ... 89 of 100

Ho hum.

 

 

The Femme de Champagne 2002 ... 94 of 100, retails for about $290/750ml.

 

[Gourmet Gal]

On 5/19/2024 at 9:13 PM, Silver Spectre said:

The Pommery will probably last into June/July and then be gone.

Supposedly none onboard Spirit now.

[TakingFlight]

Was Pommery ever available on Nova? On our March cruise only Monopole Blue Top was provided. Not my favorite. 

[late2cruisin]

6 minutes ago, TakingFlight said:

Was Pommery ever available on Nova? On our March cruise only Monopole Blue Top was provided. Not my favorite. 

We had it on Nova in December.

[zqtchas]

Kempinski Hotels Appoints Barbara Muckermann as CEO

• May 21, 2024

Kempinski Hotels appointed Barbara Muckermann as chief executive officer.

The announcement follows Muckermann’s previous decision to leave her role as President of Silversea Cruises, where she had spent 14 years.

“I could not be more thrilled to be joining Kempinski Hotels as CEO during such a pivotal time for the brand”, said Muckermann. 

“I am delighted to play an integral role in this incredibly iconic brand’s next chapter while honoring its rich history, and very much look forward to working in tandem with amazing colleagues globally to continue to make the Kempinski name synonymous with individual luxury.” 

“Barbara has always been at the forefront of luxury, and her proven ability to elevate the guest experience while simultaneously maximizing profitability for leading travel brands made her the ideal choice to lead Kempinski Hotels,” said René Nijhof, chairman of the Board of Directors Kempinski Hotels S.A. “Her dynamic, forward-thinking approach will be vital as we continue to usher in a new era of luxury for our brand. As Barbara takes the helm, she will be the first woman in the company’s 127 years of history to lead this iconic brand.” 

Muckermann joins the global hospitality group with 82 hotels in 36 countries just as it prepares for growth in new regions worldwide, the company said in a statement.

[spinnaker2]

On 5/19/2024 at 5:36 PM, seawolf29 said:

Hello everyone, I have a question...which Paolo are you referring to?

Thanks

Paolo Percivale

[vistaman]

On 5/20/2024 at 5:42 PM, canderson said:

The NV Brut Réserve ... 89 of 100

The Rosé Prestige Premier Cru ... 89 of 100

Ho hum.

 

 

The Femme de Champagne 2002 ... 94 of 100, retails for about $290/750ml.

 

around Christmas you can find DL Champagne 3 bottles for 50€

twice a year a promotion in an upmarket supermarket chain  ( most expensive chain in Belgium ) 

maybe this year it will be 60  prices of bubbles went up 

[vistaman]

6 hours ago, late2cruisin said:

We had it on Nova in December.

You have to ask for Pommery !

[seawolf29]

2 hours ago, spinnaker2 said:

Paolo Percivale

Thanks

[Texas Tillie]

On 5/21/2024 at 2:55 AM, TakingFlight said:

Was Pommery ever available on Nova? On our March cruise only Monopole Blue Top was provided. Not my favorite. 

Pommery currently available on Nova if you ask nicely!