Princess Cruises Toasts Top Wine Honors with 16 Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence for 2025

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Princess Cruises (NYSE:CCL) has achieved a remarkable milestone by receiving 16 Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence in the publication's 2025 Restaurant Awards. This recognition encompasses all ships in their fleet, with 15 main dining rooms and the Sanctuary Collection restaurant on Sun Princess being honored, surpassing all other cruise lines.

The cruise line's wine program features over 250 labels from renowned wine regions and includes biodynamic, organic, vegan, and sustainable wines. Princess also offers the exclusive Love Lines Premium Liquors Collection, featuring celebrity-crafted wines including selections from Taraji P. Henson, Jason Aldean, Romero Britto, and Kylie Minogue.

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• Recognition of all 16 ships with Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence
• Largest number of wine awards among cruise lines
• Extensive wine program with over 250 labels from top wine regions
• Diverse selection including biodynamic, organic, vegan, and sustainable wines
• Exclusive celebrity wine partnerships through Love Lines Premium Liquors Collection

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Dining Rooms Across All 16 Ships, Including 15 Main Dining Rooms and the Sanctuary Collection Restaurant on Sun Princess, Recognized for Outstanding Wine Lists

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises is once again raising a glass to excellence, as all 16 ships in its fleet have earned the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in the publication's 2025 Restaurant Awards. Now a two-time winner, 15 Princess main dining rooms were recognized, alongside the Sanctuary Collection restaurant on Sun Princess, more than any other cruise line.

Presented annually by Wine Spectator magazine, the Awards of Excellence spotlight restaurants—including those on cruise lines—that offer thoughtfully curated wine selections paired with quality cuisine. This year's winners include just over 2,000 establishments worldwide, with Princess Cruises standing out as the only cruise line to receive 16 awards across its fleet.

"At Princess, we believe a well-curated wine list isn't just about variety – it's about enhancing flavor and creating harmony at the table," said Sami Kohen, Vice President of Food and Beverage for Princess Cruises. "This recognition from Wine Spectator reinforces our dedication to offering a wine experience that is rich, diverse, and reflective of the destinations we explore."

Princess Cruises' wine program features more than 250 labels from top wine regions, including France, Italy, Argentina, and New Zealand, as well as emerging producers that harvest biodynamic, organic, vegan, and sustainable wines, along with a dedicated section celebrating women winemakers. The lists are designed to appeal to a range of palates—from casual sippers to serious connoisseurs—and include detailed descriptions to help guests easily navigate options by flavor profile and style.

Additionally, Princess' Love Lines Premium Liquors Collection offers guests exclusive, expertly curated wines and spirits crafted by globally recognized personalities. Celebrity wines include Taraji P. Henson's beloved Moscato, Seven Daughters; Melorosa Sauvignon Blanc and Red Blend by Jason Aldean; Love Prosecco by Romero Britto; and Kylie Minogue's No Alcohol Sparkling Rosé.

The full list of Wine Spectator's 2025 Restaurant Award winners appears in the magazine's August issue and online at winespectator.com.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.

About Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. Sun Princess, the brand's new, next-level Love Boat named Condé Nast Traveler's Mega Ship of the Year, introduces the groundbreaking Sphere Class platform and will be joined by sister ship, Star Princess, in Fall 2025. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

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FAQ

How many Wine Spectator Awards did Princess Cruises (CCL) receive in 2025?

Princess Cruises received 16 Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence in 2025, covering all ships in their fleet - 15 main dining rooms and the Sanctuary Collection restaurant on Sun Princess.

What types of wines are available on Princess Cruises ships?

Princess Cruises offers over 250 wine labels from regions like France, Italy, Argentina, and New Zealand, including biodynamic, organic, vegan, and sustainable wines, plus a dedicated section celebrating women winemakers.

Which celebrity wines are featured in Princess Cruises' Love Lines Premium Collection?

The collection features Taraji P. Henson's Seven Daughters Moscato, Jason Aldean's Melorosa wines, Romero Britto's Love Prosecco, and Kylie Minogue's No Alcohol Sparkling Rosé.

How does Princess Cruises' wine recognition compare to other cruise lines?

Princess Cruises received more Wine Spectator Awards than any other cruise line, being the only cruise line to receive 16 awards across its fleet in 2025.