Wine Glasses
SHOPPING GUIDE
Using specific wine glasses is crucial for fully experiencing the flavor and aromas of wine… it is TRULY a game changer. I remember tasting the same wine out of a crystal wine glass and an average commercial glass; night and day, as they say. Making an investment in a good bottle of wine, regardless of the price, deserves a glass that will enhance it. Wine has so many unique and pleasurable aromas and flavors that contribute to its expression and the enjoyment that it offers.
Different wine glasses are designed to highlight the unique qualities of different types of wine. For example, a tall, narrow glass is ideal for capturing the full bouquet of a delicate white wine. A wider bowl with a larger opening is better suited to allow red wines to breathe and fully express their complex aromas and flavors. By selecting the right glass for the wine, you can enhance your enjoyment and appreciation of each individual wine, and truly savor its unique characteristics.
There are literally wine glasses produced for every grape variety. That’s how specific and specialized high quality glassware has become. That said, you can have three glasses that you can enjoy with all types of wines. Here’s what I would suggest:
Riesling glass: aromatic whites, dessert wines
Burgundy glass: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Gamay, sparkling wines/Champagne
Bordeaux glass: red Bordeaux varieties, Syrah, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo
the main factors to keep in mind when shopping for wine glasses:
the thinness of the rim and how and where it delivers the wine to your tongue.
The thinner the glass, the less on your lips competing with the wine coming from the glass.
There are several shapes and styles of wine glasses that are specifically designed with certain grape varieties in mind, and our suggestions below will break down those options. There are also wine glasses without a stem for a different type of experience.
Riesling Glass
Riedel Extreme Riesling Glass
This glass is great for aromatic, light bodied white wines such as Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadet, Pinot Gris, Albarino
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Burgundy Glass
Riedel Veritas Crystal Viognier/Chardonnay Wine Glass
This glass is meant for Burgundy varieties which are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Also great for Chenin Blanc as well as Cru Beaujolais and Champagne.
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Bordeaux Glass
Riedel Vinum Bordeaux Glasses
This glass is a larger glass with a larger bowl ideal for red wines made from Bordeaux grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Bordeaux blends.
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Sparkling Wine Glass
Riedel Performance Champagne
There’s a new sparkling wine glass paving the way! This glass is great for Prosecco, Cava, and Cremant. Finer sparkling wines and Champagne are actually best in a Burgundy glass.
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All-Purpose Wine Glass
The One Wine Glass
This wine glass is uniquely designed to work well with both white and red wines. If you’re looking to limit the amount of wine glasses in your collection, this is a great option!
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Stemless Wine Glass
Riedel The O Cabernet Wine Tumbler
Stemless, or “O Glasses,” offer a different way to enjoy your wine. A little more casual, and potentially easier to manage and care for, this is a fun alternative to a traditional wine glass!
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