Customer Reviews

Riedel Vinum Gourmet Glasses, Set of 6

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These glasses are great for every-day use. Unlike most Reidel it can fit in the dishwasher, and they aren't as likely to get tipped over since they're so short. (They are thin and fairly fragile.) If you're breaking out a $50 bottle of red wine, though, definitely spring for something with a larger bowl.

I've been using these glasses regularly. They are OK for daily use, but can't
compare with the pricey Sommelier series from Riedel. The top rims are too thick
and slightly 'bulged', even for machine blown glass. They also lack the 'porosity' of
hand blown crystal, meaning the bouquet really doesn't soar out as it should. On
sale, these are OK, but there are better brands in this price range. In particular, you
should look at a German brand called Spiegelau (...). But I will say this: if you can afford to splurge on a Riedel Sommelier series glass you will never regret it. You simply can't believe how much difference a great glass can make, even on "everyday" wines. (FYI,the zinfandel Sommelier glass is a good all around shape for (the price); the Bordeaux is bigger and better because it has more internal surface area, but it costs (more). Be aware also that the Sommelier stems separate from the bowl rather easily if you twist the stem while drying the glass with a towel, which is quite a natural movement.)

Yes, these are lovely glasses...BUT. The big bowl certainly develops the wine's nose, but my own nose presses against the rim (only 2.25 inches in diamter) when I sip, so much of the pleasure is lost. And the stem provides only about an inch of clearance between bowl and foot which makes for very awkward handling. Seemed like a bargain, but mine are about to be returned to Amazon.

This glass is not really ideal for any wine, but it's a great everyday glass for everyday use, and it's an excellent tasting glass. While you'll want to pull out your special, grape-specific glasses for those special bottles, this glass is excellent for getting the most out of everyday wines with a minimum of fuss. They fit in the top rack of most dishwashers and are very durable. (I've used them for the past 5 years.) Plus, when you are drinking that special bottle from your special glasses, it makes a very nice water glass.

This is a really nice wine glass for every day use. If you are like me and don't require a special glass for every different wine I think you will find this glass meets most of your needs. We break one occasionally in the dish washer but the price is so reasonable that it's not a tragedy. I've been using this glass for years and just order more when my supply gets low. Highly recommended.

These glasses are very hard to find. So I looked on google and saw that Amazon had them. No only did they have them they were at a great price. So I bought some and when they can in , I saw they were exactly what I was looking for so I ordered 12 more glasses.

I can't say enough good things about these glasses. The shape is ideal for red wine and/or any other beverage. The short stems make them ideal for the dishwasher and less susceptible to be knocked over by those who move their hands when they talk. My first set was purchased over 10 years ago. Because I used them "everyday" (the name is appropriate), it took over 10 years to break them all. Actually, I think a 6.7 earthquake finished off the last three(out of six). I have spent one year experimenting with other glassware, but nothing is a substitute for Riedel's Everyday Glass. If you want to feel elegant everytime you have a beverage, buy these. NOTE: The Everyday Glass (13 oz) is slightly larger than the Water Glass.

Although I have Riedel Cab and Pinot glasses, they must be washed by hand so I usually use them only for great wine or for guests. The gourmet glass fits easily in the diishwasher, stores easily in any cupboard and delivers good taste, especially for whites, in a convenient manner. As an "everyday" glass, it has no peer.

These glasses work well for a lot of wines and fit into any dish washer. They enhance the wine and resist chips so they are the go to glass for everything except cab/merlot/pinot.

this is our second set. Great for casual wine glasses that can go right into the dishwasher.