270 Years of RIEDEL: A Legacy in Every Glass
Special Sets and Anniversary Book
In 2026, RIEDEL celebrates 270 years of glassmaking, innovation, and dedication to the art of wine enjoyment. Since 1756, the Riedel family has shaped a story defined by craftsmanship, design, resilience, and inovation. To honor this milestone, RIEDEL presents a selection of exclusive Special Sets created with unique anniversary packaging, along with the release of the RIEDEL Anniversary Book, Heart of Glass. Together, they celebrate the generations, ideas, and passion that continue to define RIEDEL today.
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
Few brands can look back on a history as rich and enduring as RIEDEL. What began as a family story in glass has become a global name synonymous with functional, grape varietal-specific glassware. For 270 years, RIEDEL has remained committed to craftsmanship while continuing to challenge expectations. The brand’s most influential philosophy, championed by Georg J. Riedel, changed the way wine lovers think about the glass itself. No longer simply a vessel, the wine glass became an instrument designed to enhance aroma, taste, balance, and pleasure. This anniversary is not only a celebration of time. It is a celebration of progress, perseverance, and the belief that every detail matters when wine reaches the glass.
The RIEDEL Anniversary Book: Heart of Glass
At the center of the anniversary celebration is Heart of Glass, the RIEDEL Anniversary Book. Published as a tribute to the brand’s remarkable journey, the book explores the people, places, and ideas that shaped RIEDEL across 270 years. Heart of Glass documents the family’s rise in Bohemia, the loss of their possessions after the Second World War, and their courageous new beginning in Austria. It is a story of reinvention as much as heritage, showing how resilience and vision helped build the RIEDEL name into what it represents today. The book also highlights RIEDEL’s lasting influence on the world of wine. Through detailed storytelling and rich illustrations, it traces the evolution of the brand’s philosophy: that the shape of a glass can influence the perception of wine. This idea became a benchmark for an entire industry and continues to guide RIEDEL’s work today. With 224 pages and a hardcover format, Heart of Glass is more than a company history. It is a celebration of craftsmanship, family legacy, and the art of taste. Shop the book here:
RIEDEL Special Sets for the Anniversary Year
To mark 270 years of RIEDEL, a selection of exclusive Special Sets has been created with unique anniversary packaging. Available while supplies last, these sets are designed for those who want to celebrate the milestone through the glass itself. The Special Sets are a tribute to tradition, design, and the passion for wine that has inspired RIEDEL for generations. Each set brings together the brand’s functional approach to glassmaking with packaging created especially for this anniversary moment. Whether selected as a gift, a collector’s piece, or an addition to the home table, the anniversary Special Sets invite wine lovers to take part in the celebration. They reflect the same guiding principle that has shaped RIEDEL for centuries: the right glass elevates the drinking experience.
A Legacy of Function and Design
RIEDEL is widely recognized for its role in developing functional wine glasses designed for specific grape varieties and wine styles. This approach changed the way wine is served, tasted, and understood. The idea is simple but powerful: glass shape matters. Bowl size, rim diameter, and overall form influence how aromas are delivered and how wine flows across the palate. The result can affect the perception of fruit, acidity, tannin, alcohol, texture, and balance. This commitment to function has defined RIEDEL’s identity. It has also allowed the brand to expand beyond traditional wine glassware into glasses created for other beverages, including sake and tequila, as well as collaborations with leading names in food, wine, and hospitality. Through each innovation, the focus remains the same: creating glassware that enhances the character of what is being served.
270 Years of Craftsmanship
The story of RIEDEL is built on generations of knowledge. From historic glassmaking roots to modern design and production, craftsmanship remains central to the brand. Every RIEDEL glass reflects this balance between tradition and innovation. The brand honors centuries of glassmaking expertise while continuing to refine shapes, collections, and tasting experiences for contemporary wine culture. That is what makes the 270th anniversary so meaningful. It is not only a look back at what has been achieved, but also a reminder of what continues to drive the brand forward: curiosity, precision, and respect for the relationship between glass and wine.
A Celebration for Wine Lovers
The 270th anniversary is an invitation to celebrate RIEDEL’s past, present, and future. Heart of Glass offers a deeper look into the family history and philosophy behind the brand, while the anniversary Special Sets bring the celebration to the table. Together, they tell the same story from two perspectives. The book preserves the legacy. The glassware continues it. For wine lovers, collectors, and those who appreciate thoughtful design, this anniversary year offers a special opportunity to experience RIEDEL in a new way. It honors a family, a craft, and an idea that changed the world of wine forever.
The RIEDEL Take on 270 Years
From its beginnings in 1756 to its position today as a global leader in functional wine glassware, RIEDEL's story is defined by dedication to both heritage and progress. This year we celebrate generations of vision and skill, while honoring the passion for wine that continues to inspire every glass. 270 years of RIEDEL is more than an anniversary. It is a tribute to the art of taste.