- Homepage for the Wine Industry  Grape expectations: How
airlines pick high-flying wines  May 07, 2013  Tannins and
bitter tones in wines are exacerbated by dry cabin air and some
wines don't fare well with the vibrations from air travel and
become "bottle shocked," the experts say. It's often the
delicate fruit tones that add a depth and richness to wines that
are first to take a hit.