![]() ![]() You’ll notice these glasses are all multi-piece, with beaded lips, ribbing, and seams on the stem, but they do have the right shape! Under $20 a stem, you’ll do best with larger glass manufacturers such as Stolzle or Schott Zwiesel. It’s hard to find exceptional glassware for under $20 a stem. It doesn’t affect the taste, but it’s one of those things you notice when looking at quality.įrom left to right: Gabriel-Glas Stand-Art, Gabriel-Glas Gold Edition, Zwiesel 1873 Select Riesling Grand Cru, Zalto Denk’Art Universal, JR + RB 1 What to Expect to Spend Many machine-made glasses will have slight ribbing on the bowl, and it distorts light. Bowl Clarity: One thing I noticed on all the hand blown models was an amazing clarity.Still, there’s nothing wrong with being multi-piece, make sure they get the seams off. The high-end models are not, which is why they are so much more durable despite how fragile they look and feel. Multi-Piece: Most glasses are made with multiple pieces.We’ve been very impressed with the quality Riedel puts out and use it as a good baseline. Some value manufacturers just cut the lip and file it smooth. Rim Thickness: Less material is generally considered better.Read more about glass shapes and why they matter. Glass Shape and Size: Most importantly, you need enough volume in the glass to collect aromas.Finally, my “old standby” restaurant series Riedel Vinum Extreme Cabernets have a diameter of 2.75. 2.5 inches was about right (both Zalto and Gabriel-Glass were around 2.5). 2.25 inches was tight for reds but ideal for whites. In the video, I had some quips about smaller diameter openings for red wines because of how much it shoveled the aromas into my nose (the burn!). Opening Diameter: This trait really affects the aroma presence of wine.Crystal glass comes in variable quality levels and types. Unless you’re buying affordable glasses (under $9 a stem), then you’re best bet is crystal (mineralized glass). Glass: I’ve seen wine glasses available in glass, crystal glass, and borosilicate glass. In the video, I mention a few key things to pay attention to: Wine Folly’s microfiber polishing cloth imprinted with wine glass compendium (22 x 28) – Buy One What to Pay Attention to When Assessing Glassware Join Wine Folly - the free weekly newsletter that educates and entertains. The fruit delivery was equal to Zalto but more fresh in style. This trait makes Gabriel-Glas glass fantastic for blind tasting and for improving your palate. Why: What I liked about this glass was how it sequentially delivers flavors. Besides the taste test, I’ve personally watched a tasting room attendant drop one on the floor, and it didn’t break –it bounced! I was shocked at how well this machine-made glass did alongside glasses that sell for over two times the price. Gabriel-Glas “Stand’art” Universal Glass ( ~$29) If you’re looking for value, Gabriel-Glas over-performs for the price. ![]() Since so many wine connoisseurs prefer red wines, I think the fruit-focus in this glass is highly desirable. Why: I felt compelled to choose Zalto because it delivered the sauciest fruit flavors, while still maintaining a balanced palate. That said, I was truly impressed with Zalto, especially for what it does with red wines. When you watch the video, you’ll note I was very skeptical of this glass because it comes with so much hype. We were surprised to see Zalto stands up to the hype. Gabriel-Glas “Stand’art” Universal Glass ( $29.99).Zalto “Denk’art” Universal Glass ( $59).Naturally, it was impossible to pick just one. So, this particular glass comes with a lot of built-in street credit! Which Glass Won? If you don’t know her, Jancis Robinson is one of the world’s foremost wine critics. While collecting glasses, we were delighted to get our hands on the newly launched Jancis Robinson + Richard Brendon “1” collaboration. Gabriel-Glas “Gold Edition” Universal Glass ( $62 on ).Zalto “Denk’art” Universal Glass ( $59 on ).JR + RB “1” Universal Glass ( ~$56 on ). ![]() Zwiesel 1872 Select “Riesling Grand Cru” ( ~$45 on Zwiesel).Gabriel-Glas “Stand’art” Universal Glass ( $33 on ). ![]() Get the Wine 101 Course 75% OFF with the purchase of Wine Folly: Magnum Edition. ![]()
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