25 Jan Choosing Your Crystal Stemware
The right glass will highlight the best virtues of your wine. The taste is dictated mainly by the olfactory senses. Choosing the right stemware in part determines the taste of your wine. The most important criteria is your use of the glass. Let’s go over some of the key parts of stemware and its importance.
The Rim
On cheaper glasses, the rim tends to be thicker. This results in a larger gulp of wine rather than a sip from a thinner rim. The diameter of the rim related to the surface area will allow more aroma to get trapped inside the bowl for a better sensory experience.
The Bowl
This is the most important part of your stemware. The shape and size are dependent on the wine it is meant to serve. The correct proportion of bowl size and shape is a key factor in the taste. Consider these things when choosing your stemware.
- Air Space
This is the space from the top of the rim to the surface of the liquid. You should fill the glass to the widest part to achieve the correct air space. Filling the stemware halfway with wine to allow a larger air space is not advised.
- Volume
Pour to the widest part of the stemware to achieve proper volume. Larger stemware is better in serving a good wine than filling a smaller glass past its apex.
- Surface Area
The surface is measured at the widest part of the stemware. This results in the maximum sensory experience for the wine drinker.
At Bottega Del Vino Crystal, we strive to provide you with the best wine tasting experience. Our crystal selection ranges from white and red wine glasses to decanters and barware. Our stemware is lead-free, mouth-blown, and hand-finished. Each glass is specially curated for a specific wine tasting experience. All that’s left is for you to discover your new favorite stemware.
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