![]() "Universal and all-purpose wine glasses are a great choice if you are new to drinking wine, don't have the space in your home or apartment to store separate glasses, or are just looking to save money in that department," says Joel Gott, founder of Joel Gott Wines. But for something more versatile, experts recommend stocking up on multipurpose wine glasses that work well with reds and whites. It makes sense to buy red- or white-specific glasses if you always stock your wine fridge with the same type of wine. The bowl might be larger than a standard white glass but less balloon-shaped than a traditional red glass. You can serve red or white in pretty much any glass, so if you want to buy one set, look for a universal style glass, which splits the difference. White wine glasses will have a taller, narrower bowl, which can help them retain their cooler temperature. Red wine glasses usually will have a wider bowl profile since reds tend to need more air to make them sing. The main difference between “standard” non-varietal red and white glasses is usually in width. However, if you enjoy higher-level wines, having stemmed glasses on hand can be worth it to enjoy them properly. If you tend to serve everyday “house” level wines, or if you have a lot of kids and dogs running around your parties, stemless might be the way to go for safety’s sake. Stemless glasses were designed to be compact for storage and cleaning and less prone to breakage. Wine glasses are designed with stems to keep your warm hands off of the bowl of the glass, which will warm the wine. You should also consider cleanup if you intend to put them in the dishwasher, be sure the stems are not so tall as to prevent them from fitting in your washer. If you are not purchasing varietal-specific glasses, choose a glass with about an 8-ounce capacity for white wines and a 10- to 12-ounce capacity for reds to allow for that airspace. A standard pour is around 3-5 ounces, or about the bottom third of a tulip-shaped glass or the bottom quarter of a balloon-shaped glass. Wine glasses range from small glasses of under two ounces for dessert and fortified wines to giant balloons that can hold nearly a whole bottle if you don’t stop pouring! Generally, you want glasses large enough to get some air in the wine. If you're looking for an upgrade, we suggest The Perfect Wine Glass by Jancis Robinson, an investment but a gorgeous addition to a serious wine lover's home bar. Price at time of publish: $81 for 1 glassĪt the end of the day, the best wine glass we recommend is the Riedel Vinum Grand Cru Riesling/Zinfandel Wine Glass Set due to its beautiful design, durability, and overall value. ![]() ![]() Hall uses that version for both Chardonnay and sparkling wines, calling it "a feat of glass-blowing art that is hard to fathom." Even though he says they're "surprisingly strong and durable," you'll want to handle them with extra care since they're still delicate and on the pricier side. "They are so thin and beautiful, and can make drinking a special bottle even more special." Although this glass in particular is designed for red wines above 13% alcohol content, like Bordeaux or Merlot, the brand also makes aesthetically pleasing white wine glasses. ![]() "I use many kinds of glasses, but for special occasions, I love Zalto glasses," says Joel Gott, founder of Joel Gott Wines. If you're willing to splurge on wine glasses (even if it's just a set of two for anniversaries or important events), opt for the hand-blown glasses by Zalto. Not ideal for white wines or sparkling wines, and the most expensive single glass on our list.
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