Which one is right for you?
Grape Varietal Specific vs Wine Friendly Glassware
The world of wine can appear complex enough without adding in complicated glassware choices. But don't sacrifice enjoyment because of terminology – find out the meaning of two key RIEDEL terms for functional glassware.
Why does shape matter?
In the 1950s, 9th generation Claus J. Riedel discovered that the shape and size of your drinking vessel has an impact on your perception of what's within. Different shaped glasses brought different characteristics of wine and other beverages to the forefront while muting others.
Through rigorous testing and research, Claus developed a suite of glasses that brought balance and harmony to particular wine varieties. This now famous RIEDEL philosophy has revolutionized the wine industry, offering customers tried and tested products with optimal functionality for greater wine enjoyment.
To find out more about this, read our blog about Grape Varietal Specific glassware.
Wine Friendly
Wine friendly glassware is designed to show optimum characteristics in wine, without catering to specific wine varieties. Wine friendly collections offer a streamlined offering of red wine, white wine, and champagne glasses.
These collections include functional, purposeful glasses that are ideal for those who prefer a more simplistic approach to wine enjoyment.
RIEDEL wine friendly collections include:
- RIEDEL Wine Friendly (Machine-Made)
- Ouverture (Machine-Made)
- Swirl (Machine-Made)
Set of 4
RIEDEL Wine Friendly White Wine / Champagne Glass1 bill unit contains 4 pieces.
Grape Varietal Specific
Grape Varietal Specific glasses feature finely-tuned bowls consisting of three variables: shape, size and rim diameter, which are designed to translate the message of wine to the human senses.
These highly purposeful pieces work with wine's DNA to present the perfect picture, balancing bouquet, texture, taste and flavor. Each shape has been engineered in a practical sensory workshop, testing shape against shape to ensure that the grape variety is presented in the most optimal way.
RIEDEL Grape Varietal Specific collections include:
- Sommeliers (Handmade)
- Fatto a Mano by RIEDEL (Finished by Hand)
- RIEDEL Superleggero (Machine-Made)
- O Wine Tumbler (Machine-Made)
- RIEDEL Veritas (Machine-Made)
- RIEDEL Performance (Machine-Made)
- RIEDEL Winewings (Machine-Made)
- Vinum (Machine-Made)
- RIEDEL Veloce (Machine-Made)
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Orange1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Superleggero Burgundy Grand Cru1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Yellow1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Mauve1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Oaked Chardonnay - Black1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - Dark Blue1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Superleggero Sauvignon Blanc1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Yellow1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
2 Pack - 270 Years Anniversary
RIEDEL Veritas Old World Pinot Noir1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Superleggero Bordeaux Grand Cru1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Oaked Chardonnay - Turquoise1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
2 Pack - 270 Years Anniversary
RIEDEL Winewings Cabernet / Merlot1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Oaked Chardonnay - Opal Violet1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Mauve1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Oaked Chardonnay - Dark Blue1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Oaked Chardonnay - Orange1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Oaked Chardonnay - Pink1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Superleggero Hermitage / Syrah1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Mint1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Dark Blue1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Red1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - Opal Violet1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Pinot Noir - White1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Set of 2
RIEDEL Veritas New Zealand Pinot Noir1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Set of 2
RIEDEL Vinum Riesling Grand Cru / Zinfandel1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Oaked Chardonnay - White1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - White1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Special Set
RIEDEL Veritas Riesling / Zinfandel + Mosel DecanterLimited-time sale price
1 bill unit contains 5 pieces.
2 Pack - 270 Years Anniversary
RIEDEL Veritas Riesling / Zinfandel1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - Turquoise1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Red1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - Mint1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - Yellow1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Oaked Chardonnay - Mint1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - Red1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
2 Pack - 270 Years Anniversary
RIEDEL Superleggero Chardonnay1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Set of 2
RIEDEL Vinum Sauvignon Blanc / Dessert Wine1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - White1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
2 Pack - 270 Years Anniversary
RIEDEL Veritas Oaked Chardonnay1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - White1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Red1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Green1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
2 Pack - 270 Years Anniversary
RIEDEL Winewings Chardonnay1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Set of 2
RIEDEL Veritas New World Pinot Noir / Nebbiolo / Rosé Champagne Glass1 bill unit contains 2 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Orange1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Black1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Mint1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Opal Violet1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Pink1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - Green1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Black1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
Single Pack
RIEDEL Fatto A Mano by RIEDEL Syrah - Pink1 bill unit contains 1 pieces.
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