Professor Claus J. Riedel was the first glass designer to recognize that the bouquet, taste, balance and finish of wines are affected by the shape of the glass from which they are drunk.

He worked with experienced tasters to determine aspects such as:

• Which sizes brings the appropriate intesity of aromas for different wines
• Which shapes direct wines to specific parts of the tongue
• Which shapes and sizes emphasize fruitiness
• Which shapes and sizes emphasize tannin
• Which shapes keep Champagne from going flat

The whole approach is not about correcting flaws in certain styles of wines, but of achieving balance in bringing out the distinct characteristics of each style of wine.

Riedel Ouverture -Set of four Red Wine Glasses – The Riedel Ouverture series are the ideal all purpose glasses for everyday use. The collection offers perfectly shaped wine glasses at competitive prices. The Ouverture series is made from lead free crystal. The Ouverture Red Wine glass is ideally suited for the appreciation of red wines. Each glass holds 12 3/8 oz and stands 7 3/8 high. Sold in a boxed set of 4. The bottle pictured in the background is for size representation only. Wine sold separately and encouraged for best enjoyment of glassware.   $37.99   Order Now

Riedel Ouverture -Set of four White Wine Glasses – The Riedel Ouverture series are the ideal all purpose glasses for everyday use. The collection offers perfectly shaped wine glasses at competitive prices. The Ouverture series is made from lead free crystal. The Ouverture white wine glass is ideally suited for the appreciation of white wines. The glasses hold 9 7/8 oz and stand 7 1/8 high. Sold in a boxed set of 4. The bottle pictured in the background is for size representation only. Wine sold separately and encouraged for best enjoyment of glassware. $37.99  Order Now