The Right Wine Glass ...

How do you choose the best glass for wine? The old joke is “the one you’re holding!” There’s some truth to that! In all seriousness, choosing the appropriate wine glass can make an ordinary wine experience and extraordinary one. There are many different kinds of wine glasses..a larger open bowl for reds, flutes for sparkling, small glasses for a dessert wine and so forth. However, not all of us have the luxury (or space) to have access to all these different styles of glasses on a daily basis. Most of us just need a good, solid, everyday wine glass to enjoy our latest selection. Here’s a couple of tips that might be helpful when you purchase those next glasses for everyday use:

1. This may seem silly, but make sure the glass is clear. We need to see our wine. The thinner the glass the better for clarity and flavor
2. When pouring larger amounts, especially of red, the larger the bowl the better. This gives the wine room to breathe, and it easier to swirl without making a mess.
3. Tumblers have become the latest rage, but a wine glass with a stem is what we like to use. This allows for holding the glass without creating smudges or warming up your wine.
4. You don’t need to take out a small loan to buy nice everyday glasses. You can usually find good wine glasses for less than $15/piece. This way, if one happens to break, you won’t be too heartbroken.
5. Finally, the best rule of thumb, is in finding the best wine glass..is the one that the wine tastes best to you!