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Riedel Sommeliers
In 1961 a revolutionary concept was introduced, when the Riedel catalogue featured the first line of wine glasses created in different sizes and shapes. Before this, conventional stemware had used a single basic bowl shape, with only the size varying depending on use. The concept was illustrated to perfection with the introduction of the Sommeliers series in 1973, which achieved worldwide recognition. A glass was born that turns a sip into a celebration -a wine's best friend - fine-tuned to match the grape!

We invite you to share this fascinating and unique experience. You don't need to be a wine writer, a wine maker or an expert to taste the difference that a Riedel glass can make.

Sommeliers is executed in crystal.

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Sommelier Bordeaux / Cabernet Glass Wines from classified Bordeaux chateaux have tremendous aging potential. In fact, when stored in perfect conditions Bordeaux\'s can mature for a hundred years or more - and such venerable wines can offer an incomparable tasting experience. This glass offers a smaller \'breathing space\' than that of the Bordeaux Grand Cru, thereby de-emphasizing the aromas of age. Reduced tannin levels are revived on the palate, while the fruit is highlighted.

Sommelier Bordeaux / Cabernet Glass
$125
Sommeliers Riesling Grand Cru Glass The Riesling grape variety produces some of the finest white wines, in which high acidity is balanced with residual sugar. The wine also ages exceptionally well, with its color changing slightly to give the typical hue of an aged Riesling. In search of the shape that would best match this new style, Stuart Pigott, a British wine journalist specializing in Riesling, put together a tasting of the finest 1990 vintages from Germany, France and Austria. The wines were presented exclusively in this glass, which henceforth also goes under the name of the Sommeliers Riesling Grand Cru.

Sommeliers Riesling Grand Cru Glass
$77
Sommeliers Chablis / Chardonnay Some of the finest and most expensive dry white wines are made from this grape variety, a native of the Burgundy region which is now grown in almost all wine-producing regions worldwide. The Chardonnay glass is designed so that this low acidity is delivered in a way that sets off the alcohol and rich flavors of the wine, highlighting its velvety, supple texture, emphasizing the fruit and ensuring a long, balanced finish. This classic Riedel shape allows young wines to express all their invigorating freshness, while more mature wines are encouraged to deliver the nutty, spicy, mineral flavors so typical of the variety.

Sommeliers Chablis / Chardonnay
$77
Sommeliers Champagne Flute This classically shaped glass was developed for light, fresh, dry champagnes. It is designed so that the wonderful tingle of delicate bubbles for which champagne is famous is experienced on the tip of the tongue.

Sommeliers Champagne Flute
$79