The taste of wine depends not only on the quality of the wine material, but also on the shape of the glass. It is the shape that affects the balance of the components of the drink and allows the bouquet to fully open up.
That is why glasses of various shapes have been popular for decades. In addition, a set of glasses is a great gift for any occasion.
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Features of wine glasses
A good wine glass must meet certain requirements.
- The best material for a wine glass is glass or crystal. These materials do not absorb foreign odors, so the aroma of the wine will remain unchanged.
- It is desirable that the glass be completely transparent, without decorations, edges, multiple drawings and engravings. This will allow you to best appreciate the shade of the drink.
- The preferred wall thickness is no more than 1 mm.
- Most wine glasses have a stem. It should be long enough to prevent the drink from warming up from the heat of your hand.
A quality glass should reveal the entire bouquet of the drink and convey the balance of flavors. Therefore, the size and shape of the bowl depend on the type of wine.
What types of glass sets are there?
Wine glasses are usually sold in sets of 2 or more. Choosing the glassware will not be difficult if you remember the main differences between glasses for different drinks.
Wine glasses
Red wine has a rich color and a noticeable aroma, for such contents you should choose a set of wide glasses in the shape of a barrel with a slightly narrowed neck, a fairly long stem and a high bowl. This shape will allow the wine to come into maximum contact with the air and give off its aroma, which will linger due to the upper narrowing of the container.
There are two types of glassware for red wines.
- Bordeaux. It is permissible to pour any sort of this drink into it. The glass is distinguished by its large volume (up to 600 ml) and conical shape.
Bordeaux wine glass. - Burgundy. The glass is easily recognizable by its spherical shape. Suitable for mature, low-tannin aromatic wines. Often used for tasting, as the large surface area of the glass allows for the most accurate determination of the taste of the contents.
The Burgundy glass has a spherical shape and a long thin stem.
Advice! It is not recommended to pour the drink more than a quarter of the capacity. Otherwise, you will not be able to feel the aroma that occurs when the wine comes into contact with oxygen.
White wines do not have a pronounced aroma, so a conical wine glass or a goblet with straight walls is chosen for them. The container for white wine resembles a Bordeaux glass, but is different in size. It is customary to drink such a drink from a small glass, the volume of which does not exceed 400 ml.
There are also stemless wine glass sets. They are suitable for any type of drink and are a good choice for everyday enjoyment of good wine. However, such glassware is not suitable for tasting drinks of the highest level. It should also be taken into account that fingerprints will definitely remain on the walls of a stemless glass, so sometimes you will have to wash the container several times during the evening.
Sets of glasses for other alcoholic drinks
In addition to wine glasses, several popular types of glassware are produced for other alcoholic beverages.
- Glass-saucer. Has the shape of a shallow bowl on a high stem. The volume is 120-200 ml. Often used to create champagne pyramids at various celebrations.
- Flute. This is a narrow, long glass on a high stem. The edges are slightly tapered at the top. The volume is usually about 200 ml.
- Margarita. A glass of an original wide shape, reminiscent of a saucer from above. It was invented specifically for a cocktail of the same name. The volume varies, from 200 to 500 ml.
In addition, there are a large number of shot glasses and shot glasses for strong drinks (vodka, several types of whiskey, strong liqueurs, etc.). All of them have a small volume so that the drink can be drunk in one go.
How to beautifully pack wine glasses as a gift
When buying glasses for a loved one, colleague or boss, you can choose factory packaging, or you can decorate the gift yourself. How to effectively pack glasses as a gift? It's easy to do.
- Select and purchase an attractive box of the required size.
- Place some soft material, such as foam rubber, on the bottom.
- Cover the material with satin, silk or other beautiful fabric.
- Make sure that there is also fabric between the glasses to prevent mechanical damage.
- Attach the glasses to the box with thin ribbons or tape.
- Close the lid, fasten with pieces of tape, tie with gold braid or satin ribbon. The gift set is ready.
Another option for simple but effective packaging.
- Find a suitable box made of thick cardboard. If desired, cover the inside with gift paper or beautiful fabric.
- Buy some colored cardboard that matches the shade of the box, cut a piece so that it fits completely parallel to one of the walls of the package.
- Place the cut cardboard in the middle of the box, pack the glasses so that they are on different sides of the partition. This way they will be separate from each other and the risk of mechanical damage will be minimal.
- Close the box and wrap it with gift paper, tie it with a ribbon. You can simply decorate the packaging with spectacular details to your taste.
Which Wine Glass Gift Set to Choose
It is recommended to buy sets from well-known manufacturers both for gifts and for personal use. They value their reputation, so there is no need to doubt the quality of the product.
The following companies have proven themselves to be excellent.
- CHEF&SOMMELIER. French company producing tableware for household and professional restaurant use. The products meet all quality standards, they are safe and hygienic.
- DIAMOND. The company produces sets of glasses for various drinks. The Lady Diamond Eclat line is well-known. The sets consist of six items made of high-quality glass. They are distinguished by high functionality and elegance.
- LIBBEY. One of the world leaders in glassware production. The company uses high modern technologies and original design solutions.
- TOGNANA. The oldest company in Italy, which began its activity in 1775 with the production of bricks. Over time, TOGNANA reoriented itself and succeeded in the production of glass and porcelain tableware. The brand's distinctive feature is the production of exclusive thick-walled glass goblets.
A set of glasses for alcohol is a great gift option for almost anyone. If you decide to give this kind of present, you need to choose dishes made of high-quality material. It is also important to purchase high-quality packaging that prevents damage to the glasses, or make it yourself.
