Types of Wine Glasses
(Red Wine Glass & White Wine Glass )
Whether sweet or dry, white or red, robust or light, wine requires very specific serving procedures in order to reach its full flavor potential. In addition to proper serving temperatures, each type of wine requires a specific style of glass for service. To get the most out of your wine collection, browse through the links below to choose the ideal wine glass for your needs.
Wine Glass Types Chart
Below is a chart showing you which type of wine glass to serve with various types of wine.
What Is a Standard Pour of Wine?
There is no legal measure for a standard pour of wine. However, in the restaurant industry, it falls somewhere around the 5 oz. mark. This allows a sommelier or host to get about 5 glasses out of any 750 mL bottle of wine. Some restaurants will pour as much as 6 oz. and some may offer less, depending on the price of the wine. Some glasses have pour lines printed on them, for a precise pour every time.
For tastings, a standard pour falls around 2 oz., enough to properly smell and taste the wine without initiating a buzz too quickly. Similarly, dessert wines are usually served in 2 oz. pours since they are much sweeter and higher in alcohol than other types of wines.
The size of the glass also plays into how much wine is poured at a time. A smaller glass will make it seem like there's more wine, whereas a big balloon glass will make even a generous pour look light. Sparkling wine is often served in 5-6 oz. servings, like white or red wine, but it might look like a smaller pour because of the shape of the flute. It's important not to overfill a wine glass, as the extra space in the glass is there intentionally, to hold aromas.
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Crystal vs. Glass Wine Glasses
Below we go through the differences between crystal and glass, so you can choose the best material for your needs.
What Is the Difference Between Glass and Crystal?
All crystal is glass, but not all glass is crystal. In general, the lead content of glass determines whether it is classified as glass or crystal. The presence of lead softens the glass in crystal, making it more easily cut and engraved. Unlike traditional glass, crystal is heavier and diffracts light. In traditional lead glassware, the lead has a tendency to leach out of the crystal. To combat this, today's crystal glassware is typically unleaded.
When deciding between crystal and glass, consider the environment in which the wine glass will be used and your washing situation. You may choose to purchase some of each, so you can use either glass in the correct situation depending on your needs.
Crystal Wine Glasses
Crystal wine glasses enhance the aromas in wine and offer an elegant design, making them perfect for high-end dining rooms and formal events.
Glass Wine Glasses
Glass wine glasses are more durable than their crystal counterparts, making them a better fit for bustling casual restaurants and bars.
Choosing the ideal type of wine glass ensures optimal taste. Be sure to also master the art of serving and pouring wine correctly to further create a seamless wine experience for your guests.
Red Wine Glasses
Below are the typical characteristics of a red wine glass:
· Large glass with a full, round bowl and large opening
· Opening enables you to dip your nose inside to detect the aroma
· Full bowl provides air contact for the complex aromas and flavors
· Increases the oxidation rate, which smooths out the complex flavors
Burgundy Wine Glass (061.43830)
· Type of wine: lighter, more delicate red wines, like Pinot Noir, Beaujolais, red Burgundy, and Dolcetto
· Large bowl (broader than Bordeaux glass) with narrower top directs wine to the tip of the tongue, allowing the drinker to detect flavor nuances
· Broad bowl allows aromas of delicate wines to accumulate
· Thin rim makes it easy to drink from
Pinot Noir Glass(51482)
· Type of wine: Pinot Noir and other light red wines
· Similar to Burgundy glass; easily interchangeable
· Wide bowl that enables the wine to come into contact with plenty of air, improving flavor and aroma
Bordeaux Glass(013.3717)
· Type of wine: full-bodied, heavier red wines with high tannins, like Bordeaux blends, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec
· Tallest red wine glass; has a broad bowl, but not as broad as other red wine glasses
· Height of the glass creates distance between wine and mouth, which enables ethanol to dissipate on the nose, allowing more oxygen to soften tannins (tannins contribute to wine’s bitterness)
· Directs wine to the back of the mouth, minimizing bitterness and maximizing the flavor spectrum
Cabernet Sauvignon Glass(111.1722)
· Type of wine: Cabernet Sauvignon and other bold wines
· Tall glass, though not as tall as a Bordeaux glass
· Broad bowl; some variations have a very narrow rim
· Enhances the smell of the wine. Broad bowl enables wine to breathe, and the aroma is subsequently accumulated by the narrow mouth
Standard Red Wine Glasses(011.3319)
· Type of wine: medium- to full-bodied red wines with or without spicy components, like Zinfandel, Shiraz, Carignan, Merlot, Chianti, and Malbec
· Due to the small opening, flavors meet the tongue in a continuous flow as opposed to all at once, which softens the spiciness and rich flavors
White Wine Glasses(061.3522)
Below are the typical characteristics of a white wine glass:
· Bowl is more u-shaped and upright than a red wine glass
· Slightly smaller bowl than red wine glass
· The shape enhances and preserves aromas while also maintaining the wine's cool temperature
Sauvignon Blanc Glass(015.3188)
· Type of wine: Sauvignon Blanc and other light- to medium-bodied, fruity or floral wines, like white Bordeaux, Fume Blanc, Loire, Vinho Verde, Chenin Blanc, Muscadet, Muscat Blanc, and Pinot Grigio
· Tall glass with slender bowl, which captures the nuanced, delicate floral and fruit aromas and guides aroma straight to the nose
· Sides of the mouth detect acidity the most; this glass causes the tongue to form a U-shape, directing the wine down the front towards the center of the palate, causing a smoother sip
Montrachet Glass(013.3712)
· Type of wine: white wines with complex notes, such as Montrachet, White Burgundy, Corton-Charlemagne, Meursault
· Large bowl allows the heavy complexities to interact with sufficient air and open up
· Large opening enables drinker to smell complex aromas and enables wine to flow from edges of tongue and either side of the palate to taste sour and acidic flavor spectrum
Chardonnay Wine Glass(013.3710)
· Type of wine: Chardonnay and other full-bodied wines, like Semillon and Viognier
· Larger opening guides wine to the tip and sides of tongue, enabling the palate to detect the sweetness of the wine
· It’s a balancing act: bowl provides just enough aeration to concentrate the aroma while the larger opening balances out the sweetness and acidity on the palate
Riesling Sweet and Standard Sweet Wine Glass
· Type of wine: Riesling sweet and other sweet varieties, such as Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, and Gruner Veltliner
· Smaller overall, including a smaller rim, which guides wine towards the center and the back of the mouth to avoid overwhelm from the sweetness
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