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UAE. Our latest selection of images comes courtesy of Le Clos, the leading fine wine and luxury spirits business managed by Maritime and Mercantile International (MMI) at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
The travel retailer has revealed two high-class boutiques at DXB Terminal 3 – a landmark flagship in arrivals and a reimagined boutique in Concourse B departures.
Tyrone Reid, Group CEO of MMI & ELR (Emirates Leisure Retail), said: “With our new boutiques, Le Clos brings a sense of elevated luxury and discovery to every step of the journey. The arrivals flagship in particular allows travellers to step straight into an experience defined by elegance, exclusivity, and personal service the moment they land in Dubai. These are more than stores – they are destinations in their own right, designed to celebrate the world’s finest wines and spirits.”
The arrivals flagship outlet is conceived as a boutique with two distinct houses: one side dedicated exclusively to fine wine, the other to luxury spirits. Framed by Le Clos’ signature deep blue façades and elegant archways, the spaces aim to draw travellers in with softly illuminated displays and a curated presentation that “feels more like a private gallery than an airport store”, according to the retailer.
The company said in a statement: “Every detail – from the layout to the lighting – has been designed to invite discovery, positioning Le Clos as a sanctuary of taste and refinement within the flow of the terminal.”
In Concourse B departures, Le Clos has reimagined its boutique to offer a more “intimate, gallery-style showcase”. Located beside the Emirates First and Business Class lounges, it presents an edit of ultra-rare editions and exclusives found only at DXB.
The airport expansion builds on Le Clos’ recent store openings in Emirates Hills, Al Wasl, and Ras Al-Khaimah, as the brand extends its reach within mainland Dubai.
Alongside its boutiques, Le Clos provides tailored consultancy services for private collectors and corporate clients – from wine cellar design and investment advice to sourcing rare and prestige bottles. These services are complemented by curated tastings and immersive activations. ✈
