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Brand: Riedel
Category: Kitchen

List Price: ~~$177.00~~
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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

36 reviews
Sales Rank: 23526

Fragile: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 3.5 x 9.3

UPC: 632868041606
EAN: 0632868041606
ASIN: B00004SZ7G

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Features:

•	Six glasses for young, full-bodied red wines
•	Glass design enhances taste of wines such as Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Rioja
•	Machine-made, 24-percent lead crystal
•	Made in Bavaria by world's premier wine glass maker
•	8-7/8 inches tall; capacity of 21-1/2 ounces

Riedel Vinum Crystal Collection:

•	Riedel Vinum 2 + 2 Wine Gift Set
•	Riedel Vinum 4-Piece Wine Tasting Set
•	Riedel Vinum 8 + 1 Wine Gift Set
•	Riedel Vinum Zinfandel/ Riesling Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Beaujolais Nouveau Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Bordeaux Wine Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Brandy / Cognac Snifter, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Brunello di Montalcino Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Burgundy Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Burgundy/Pinot Noir Wine Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Cabernet Decanter Gift Set
•	Riedel Vinum Cabernet-Bordeaux Wine Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Chablis-Chardonnay Wine Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Champagne Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Champagne/Prestige Cuvee Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Chardonnay/Chablis Wine Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Chianti Classico Riesling Wine Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Cognac-Hennessy Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Cuvee Prestige, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Decanter, 54-5/8-Ounce Capacity
•	Riedel Vinum Footed Dessert Bowl, 10-5/8 Ounce
•	Riedel Vinum Gourmet Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Grappa Glasses- 2 Pack
•	Riedel Vinum Liqueur/Grappa Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Magnum Decanter, 70-1/2 Ounces Full Capacity
•	Riedel Vinum Martini Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Montrachet/Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Port Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Port Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Sauvignon Blanc Wine Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Single Malt Scotch Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Single Malt Whiskey Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Syrah Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Syrah/Rhone Wine Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Tasting Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Tempranillo Glass, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Water Glass, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Gourmet Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Champagne Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Tempranillo Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Rose Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Cognac Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Martini Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Water Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Brunello Di Montalcino Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Single Malt Whiskey Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Grappa Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Port Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Sauvignon Blanc Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Montrachet/Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Syrah Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Chablis/Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Cognac Hennessy Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Spirits Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Burgundy/Pinot Noir Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Bordeaux For Two Wine Set
•	Riesling Grand Cru Merlot Wine Set for 2
•	Riedel Vinum Zinfandel/Riesling/Chianti Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Cuv�e Prestige Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Bordeaux, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Montrachet Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Cuvee Prestige Glass, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Sauvignon Blanc Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Syrah Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Zinfandel/Riesling Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Burgundy/Pinot Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Chablis/Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Rheingau/Riesling Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Bordeaux/Cabernet Glasses, Set of 4

Accessories:

•	Riedel O Cabernet/Merlot Wine Tumblers, Set of 2
•	Riedel O Chardonnay/ Viognier Wine Tumblers, Set of 2
•	Riedel O Pinot Noir/Burgundy/Nebbiolo Wine Tumblers, Set of 2
•	Riedel O Sauvignon Blanc/Riesling Wine Tumblers, Set of 2
•	Riedel O Syrah/Shiraz Wine Tumblers, Set of 2

Similar Items:

•	Riedel Vinum Chardonnay/Chablis Wine Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Water Glass, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Champagne/Prestige Cuvee Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Burgundy/Pinot Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Bordeaux/Cabernet Glasses, Set of 4

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
What can we learn from a Riedel (rhymes with "needle") glass? That size matters, as does shape? That form following function has meaning for wine-lovers as well as designers? Or perhaps the deeper lesson that the contents of an outwardly "plain" glass may provide a more sensual, complex, and rewarding experience than those of a superficially beautiful one? The Austrian Riedel family has been involved with glass-making since 1756, but it was two centuries later that Claus Riedel conceptualized a glass made specifically to enhance the flavors and aromas of a designated wine. Through an involved process each style of glass is crafted to accentuate the strengths, while minimizing the weaknesses, of a particular spirit. This is done through changes in the size and shape of the bowl, the diameter of the opening and the cut and polished lip which directs the wine towards a specific area of the tongue. Small wonder Riedel stems are preferred by sommeliers and oenophiles world wide for their ability to transform the perception of a wine.

Amazon.com Review
Austria's Riedel is the world's premier manufacturer of wine glasses. Made of 24-percent lead crystal, the Vinum series of glasses are the first machine-made wine glasses to be developed uniquely for each type of wine. Since their introduction in 1986, these wine glasses have had a large influence on the wine culture.

The glasses in this set of six were specifically shaped to highlight the fruit in young, full-bodied red wines with high levels of tannin, such as Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Rioja, and Tempranillo. The mouths of the Bordeaux glasses draw wine to the areas of the tongue that perceive sweetness, emphasizing the fruit and mellowing the acidity. The large bowls provide room for the wine's rich bouquet to unfold. Each glass stands 8-7/8 inches high and holds 21-1/2 ounces of wine. --Cristina Vaamonde

Customer Reviews: Read 31 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars

Great wines glasses...not so fragile October 6, 2007
I have >100 Riedels and I use them as my everyday wine glasses. I love the difference it makes on the tasting of the wines. I have now done several demonstrations for my friends and they all agree that it really enhances the experience of tasting the wines.
As to their fragility...I have only broken 2 - a chardonnay and a burgundy one. I think those are more fragile.
I do handwash them, use very little soap and really only rub the rims...and most of the time I wash them right after the party. I find my experience very different than some of the comments

5 out of 5 stars

They are the best August 24, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful

What more can I say they are Riedel. They are the only wine glasses I use

3 out of 5 stars

Beautiful but ridiculously fragile - buy Spiegelau! January 16, 2007
4 out of 6 found this review helpful

I have owned Riedel Vinum Bordeaux glasses for a decade and love them for their size, shape, clarity, and elegance. However, I have stopped purchasing them. Why? All one needs to do is look at them firmly and they break. My wife and I finally made a rule never to wash them after drinking any amount of wine. Then we escalated to not washing them if we were tired or distracted. Breaking during careful washing and drying was bad enough - most recently, I broke one during gentle swirling! Ridiculous.

Finally, we solved this ongoing problem by purchasing Spiegelau Vino Grande Red Wine Glasses recommended by a friend. At initial evaluation they look virtually identical to the Riedels, but on closer inspection are slightly thicker although an almost perfect match in shape. The feel is similarly elegant. The Reidels have been moved to the back of the cupboard. After breaking 3 or 4 Reidels per year, we have not broken a single similar Spiegelau in 2 years.

3 out of 5 stars

Beautiful but too fragile December 13, 2006
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

These glasses have a beautiful sexy shape and really enhance the wines i've drank from them. Although different reds need different shapes, this one has a good all-around curve that works well with most reds.

That being said they are extremely fragile. I have bought a total of eight glasses for myself and gifts and 5 have broken with what I would consider seldom use. Most of the time it is during washing/drying, but sometimes it happens for no apparent reason.

I want to replace them but will look for a little sturdier glass.

1 out of 5 stars

Too Fragile!!! November 28, 2006
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

My wife likes these glasses, but I think they are way too fragile. Be very careful with these glasses. The stems just don't break when you wash them; they can break while you are holding them full of wine. It has happened to me and my guests several times. Last night I was holding one full of red wine. The bowl broke off the stem, sending red wine all over my brand new leather couch. No amount of cool design is worth the poor workmanship that I have experienced with the Vinum line of glasses. The designer of this stemware should be ashamed of himself.

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