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)
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Wine Friendly Vin rouge1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Ouverture Verre à Champagne1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Wine Friendly Verre à vin blanc / à champagne1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
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)
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL Winewings Sauvignon Blanc1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret de 2 - 270 Ans d'Anniversaire
RIEDEL Veritas Chardonnay boisé1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Vinum Riesling Grand Cru / Zinfandel1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Rose1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret Spécial
RIEDEL Veritas Cabernet / Merlot + Mosel Decanter1 coffret contient 5 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Vinum Chardonnay élevé en fût (Montrachet)1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Veritas Verre à Nouveau Monde Pinot Noir / Nebbiolo / Rosé Champagne1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret de 2 - 270 Ans d'Anniversaire
RIEDEL Veritas Cabernet / Merlot1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Vinum Sauvignon Blanc/Vino de postre1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Rouge Dragon1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Syrah - Rouge Dragon1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Orange1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Vert1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Veritas Cabernet / Merlot1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Rouge Dragon1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Bleu Foncé1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Veritas Pinot Noir de l'ancien monde1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret de 2 - 270 Ans d'Anniversaire
RIEDEL Veritas Riesling / Zinfandel1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Veritas Syrah de l'ancien monde1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Orange1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Menthe1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Vinum Viognier / Chardonnay1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Riesling / Zinfandel - Blanc1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Rouge Dragon1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL Superleggero Bordeaux Grand Cru1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Rose1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Set Anniversaire
RIEDEL Vinum Viognier / Chardonnay1 coffret contient 4 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Bleu Foncé1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Pinot Noir - Menthe1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Vinum verre à Pinot Noir (Bourgogne rouge)1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Vinum Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
coffret exclusif
RIEDEL Veritas Riesling / Zinfandel1 coffret contient 5 article(s).
Coffret de 2 - 270 Ans d'Anniversaire
RIEDEL Veritas Pinot Noir de l'ancien monde1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Menthe1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Pinot Noir1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Chardonnay élevé en fût - Rouge Dragon1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Veritas Riesling / Zinfandel1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL Superleggero Burgundy Grand Cru1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL Superleggero Riesling1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - Orange1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Set de dégustation
RIEDEL Winewings Set de dégustation1 coffret contient 4 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL Winewings Pinot Noir / Nebbiolo1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Set Anniversaire
RIEDEL Vinum Pinot Noir / Nebbiolo1 coffret contient 4 article(s).
Coffret individuel
RIEDEL Winewings Cabernet / Merlot1 coffret contient 1 article(s).
Coffret de 2
RIEDEL Veritas Viognier / Chardonnay1 coffret contient 2 article(s).
Pack de 6 pièces
RIEDEL FATTO A MANO BY RIEDEL Cabernet / Merlot - menthe, orange, violet, blanc, jaune, bleu1 coffret contient 6 article(s).
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