Riedel Vinum Montrachet Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 4

Riedel Vinum Montrachet Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 4 Review

Riedel Vinum Montrachet Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 4 Feature

• Produced by world renowned Austrian glassmakers
• 24% lead crystal adds clarity and brilliance
• Hand-washing recommended
• Perfect for bridal or any gift-giving occasion
• Dishwasher-safe, but washing by hand recommended

The Vinum collection from renowned Austrian glassmaker Riedel gives serious wine drinkers an extensive choice of moderately priced crystal, each glass designed especially to enhance a particular wine. The Montrachet/Chardonnay glass is unusually oversized and rounded for a white wine glass in order to let the intense aromas of rich Montrachets and Chardonnays fully develop. This set of four Vinum glasses nicely augments an existing wine glass collection. Each thin-stemmed glass stands 7-3/8 inches tall and holds 21-1/8 ounces.

Though comprised of more than 24 percent lead crystal, which lends superb brilliance and clarity, Vinum glasses are affordable because they are machine-made. In fact, Vinum is the first machine-made line dedicated to Riedel's philosophy of shaping and sizing a glass to suit the wine within. In addition to wine stems, the Vinum collection also includes glasses for spirits and cocktails. While dishwasher-safe, Vinum crystal is best washed by hand to prevent detergent residue that can affect wine taste. --Ann Bieri These Riedel Vinum Montrachet glasses are the larger of the two Chardonnay glasses in the ever-popular Vinum collection. The more bulbous bowls are designed to enhance the flavors of Montrachet, Pouilly-Fuisse, and fine Chardonnays, particularly those with full body and rich components. Introduced in 1986, the Riedel Vinum line was the first machine-made series of glasses in history to be based exclusively on the characteristics of grape varietals. The Vinum series has had a strong and permanent impact on the wine glass culture around the globe. These glasses have proven to consumers and restauranteurs that the pleasure of consuming wines starts with the glass. Developed by 10th generation Georg Riedel on the principle that the contents commands the shape, Vinum is great for everyday use. These glasses are made with over 24% lead crystal.