Stemless Red Wine Glasses

What is the best wine glass for any kind of wine?

Is there one standard style of wine glass I can use for any kind of wine no matter red or white, Merlot or Chardonnay or anything in between? How about stemless, can those be used with whites ever? And do I need to buy separate champagne glasses or can I stick that in the standard wine? I’m a Plebeian in a high brow world! Help!

It’s kind of shocking how different glasses really do change the taste of the wine. But not everyone can own all the different glasses, and certainly not in the quantity needed for entertaining.

One thing I’d definitely say is err on the large side – buy Bordeaux glasses. You’re better off with a Chardonnay in a Bordeaux glass – it may not be perfect, but a Bordeaux in a Chardonnay glass would be just plain sad.

DON’T buy stemless. That’s a fad that’s sure to pass. You can’t tip the glass sideways to see the wine. The temperature of your hands messes with the wine. They’re very hard to swirl. They’re just all wrong.

It would be worth investing in a decent glass though. I’m fond of Reidel and would recommend the Vinum series. The Sommelier series is ridiculously expensive and the lower end ones start to feel like they are from Target (who, by the way, carries a line of Riedel).

Go to wine stores and price the glasses. I’m in Los Angeles and there are a couple wine stores I buy Riedel at and it is significantly less expensive than department stores or cooking stores.

Oh – and for your highbrow friends, there’s a little Riedel engraved on the base of the glasses, so they’ll know you’re a good wino

Wine Tip: Try Stemless Wine Glasses

Libbey 222 16.75 oz. Stemless Red Wine Glass 12 / CS $34.58

LIBBEY VINA 12-PIECE STEMLESS RED AND WHITE WINE GLASSES IN CLEAR $4.99

Libbey 16.75 oz Stemless Red Wine Glass – Case = 12 $20.75

4pc SET RIEDEL “O” STEMLESS BRANDY WINE 24oz TUMBLER CRYSTAL GLASS GLASSES RED $44.77

4 WATERFORD LISMORE NOUVEAU DEEP RED WINE STEMLESS GLASSES NIB $220 ITEM #136879 $209.99

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Libbey Vina Stemless Red-Wine Glasses (16.5oz/Set of 4) $13.99 Serve drinks while entertaining guests with these stemless wine glasses by Libbey. These sets of four wine glasses are made of clear glass& are perfectly shaped to accommodate red wine. Glass….

Libbey Vina 12-Piece Stemless Red and White Wine Glasses in Clear $27.99 Unwind while sipping on your favorite glass of wine! Whether you & your guests prefer red or white wine these stemless wine glasses are perfect for serving wine! 12 piece stemless wine glasses. Dishwasher safe. Glass….

Naval Academy Stemless Wine set of 4 $69.00 Contemporary Naval Academy stemless wine glasses bring an elegant touch to your table or bar. The USNA N-star logo is distinctly etched on each glass. Each glass measures 5′ tall. Fine lead-free crystal. Made in Germany by world-renowned Spiegelau glassmakers. Innovative shape enhances the flavor of your favorite red wines. Set of 4 glasses….

West Point Stemless Wine set of 4 $69.00 Contemporary U.S. Military Academy stemless wine glasses bring an elegant touch to your table or bar. The West Point crest is distinctly etched on each glass. Each glass measures 5′ tall. Fine lead-free crystal. Made in Germany by world-renowned Spiegelau glassmakers. Innovative shape enhances the flavor of your favorite red wines. Set of 4 glasses….

Georgetown Stemless Wine set of 2 $39.00 Contemporary Georgetown University stemless wine glasses bring an elegant touch to your table or bar. The Georgetown “G” logo is distinctly etched on each glass. Each glass measures 5′ tall. Fine lead-free crystal. Made in Germany by world-renowned Spiegelau glassmakers. Innovative shape enhances the flavor of your favorite red wines. Set of 2 glasses….

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