Anyone still prefer Riedel’s Sommeliers series?

[Rich_K0rz_nk0]

I bought Vinum Extreme 15 years ago, can practically put a bottle in a glass and its still light as air.

Not even sure they exist any more.

I just needed/use the 4… Chard, Burg, Cab, Save/Riesling.

Never let down and just work

Looking at entertaining new glass this year because its been a spell.

[Rich_Brown]

That is the one stem (Gabriel) I have yet to try.

You’ve gotta try one buddy. They really are the best all around glasses that I’ve ever tried, beating Zaltos, Riedel Somms, etc. Everything from how they feel in your hand all the way to how they accentuate the nose of a wine is just ideal. BD purchase maybe??

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Sold. Does it make a difference between the gold vs standard?

It definitely does. The standard is ‘fine’ and i actually use those if we’re entertaining (errr…used to entertain), but the Gold is a different level in regards to how thin the glass is and the overall feel. Def go with the Gold since you’re testing it out for your own personal use.

Excited to hear your thoughts! I really don’t think you’ll be disappointed!

[Blake_Brown]

Nice post for fond memories and yes, I still have 3, the Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne stems and never use them. The Burgundy stem may be the most beautiful glass of all. Thanks for the mention- I’ll remember to break one out soon.

[MChang]

I think the Sauternes glasses are the best ones on the market for Sauternes, by far. I don’t use any of the other but have a few of the comically large burgundy stems left. I’ll never use them.

Zalto dessert wine glasses probably aren’t bad either. I use Glencairns for Sauternes a lot of the time as well.

[jordan_jacobs]

You’ve gotta try one buddy. They really are the best all around glasses that I’ve ever tried, beating Zaltos, Riedel Somms, etc. Everything from how they feel in your hand all the way to how they accentuate the nose of a wine is just ideal. BD purchase maybe??

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Sold. Does it make a difference between the gold vs standard?

Just ordered a 2-pack of the gold on Amazon. They will arrive tomorrow and I’ll use them tomorrow too. Thanks!
It definitely does. The standard is ‘fine’ and i actually use those if we’re entertaining (errr…used to entertain), but the Gold is a different level in regards to how thin the glass is and the overall feel. Def go with the Gold since you’re testing it out for your own personal use.

Excited to hear your thoughts! I really don’t think you’ll be disappointed!

[Rich_Brown]

Sold. Does it make a difference between the gold vs standard?

Just ordered a 2-pack of the gold on Amazon. They will arrive tomorrow and I’ll use them tomorrow too. Thanks!
It definitely does. The standard is ‘fine’ and i actually use those if we’re entertaining (errr…used to entertain), but the Gold is a different level in regards to how thin the glass is and the overall feel. Def go with the Gold since you’re testing it out for your own personal use.

Excited to hear your thoughts! I really don’t think you’ll be disappointed!

Nice work! Just keep in mind that the glass is very light so it might throw you off a bit at first (Not to worry though as they are actually shockingly durable)…but give it a chance and hopefully you’ll dig it as much as I/many peeps here do!

[Kirk.Grant]

I have and use the Bug Somm glasses. I find that of all the glasses I own, they are the most forgiving wine if there is any tiny flaw in the wine. I do prefer the sensory glasses to Zalto, but have to say that the price of all these does not compare to the Grassl, which is an easy, all-around favorite of ours. Unfortunately I’ve also destroyed four of the six I bought last year. Damn you gravity! (shaking fists at the sky)

[Tom_G_l_a_s_g_o_w]

Just ordered a 2-pack of the gold on Amazon. They will arrive tomorrow and I’ll use them tomorrow too. Thanks!
It definitely does. The standard is ‘fine’ and i actually use those if we’re entertaining (errr…used to entertain), but the Gold is a different level in regards to how thin the glass is and the overall feel. Def go with the Gold since you’re testing it out for your own personal use.

Excited to hear your thoughts! I really don’t think you’ll be disappointed!

Nice work! Just keep in mind that the glass is very light so it might throw you off a bit at first (Not to worry though as they are actually shockingly durable)…but give it a chance and hopefully you’ll dig it as much as I/many peeps here do!

Should be deals on Berserker Day, wait for that. Sometimes really good deals.

[Tom_G_l_a_s_g_o_w]

I have and use the Bug Somm glasses. I find that of all the glasses I own, they are the most forgiving wine if there is any tiny flaw in the wine. I do prefer the sensory glasses to Zalto, but have to say that the price of all these does not compare to the Grassl, which is an easy, all-around favorite of ours. Unfortunately I’ve also destroyed four of the six I bought last year. Damn you gravity! (shaking fists at the sky)

I dropped a Grassl Cru. It broke into many, many small pieces, very impressive.

[Charlie_Carnes]

I still use the Burgundy stems occasionally when it’s just the two of us, usually next to a different glass to observe the differences. I also very occasionally like the Montrachet stems, which is a surprise since they barely curve in at all. I always thought the Sommelier syrah stems were beautiful, but never bought any.

If I remember, the Sommelier Syrah were great for aged Barolo.

[Eric_Egan]

I use the burgundy sommelier glasses pretty much every other day - they’re my go to glass for burgundy (though I some times use zalto instead) as well as for most good pet nats, which I drink quite regularly. I also use the Sauternes glasses for most sweet wine. They’re superb- certainly the best part of master-blender Hardy Rodenstock’s legacy. Other frequently used glasses are Zalto Bordeaux, and Riedel Superleggero Riesling.

[Al_Osterheld]

The Sommelier Hermitage glass is my favorite and agree it is gorgeous, but I rarely use it (I have single glasses of a few different somm stems from a Riedel event).

-Al

[John_Glas]

Broke two and never thought of purchasing again. I do like the Sommeliers Restaurant Series which are a lot cheaper and don’t break by looking at them wrong.

[Rich_Brown]

Other than making me want to give me Somm Bordeaux stems another go (for old times sake), its gotten me VERY interested in the Sauternes glasses. Seems to be quite a bit of love for those around here and we do like sweet wines once in a while!

[MChang]

Sauternes glasses are very nice.

Re: gg, my biggest issue with this glass is that it’s too small and i only use it for chamapagne.

[Anthony_Sanford]

I still use my Sommelier glasses but I more often reach for the Superleggero - I prefer the weight of the Superleggero.

[Brian_Pinci]

I like the Sauternes and the Chardonnay Extremes. But I’m clumsy and break too many so have been buying cheaper glasses

[J.Vizuete]

Our Riedel somm pinot glasses have been relegated to the cabinet, replaced by Zalto Bordeaux which are finer and have a similar volume.

A number of folks on this thread would be well served to try the Grassl Cru.

I myself need to pony up for a small set of Conterno Sensorys. With BD looming, I’m going to hold off for the moment.

[JDVanHoose]

My favorite glass is a Riedel Somm Burgundy stem, I used to have a set but over the years have broken all but one - I would rather find it and wash it instead of reach for a different glass

[David_Glasser]

I’ve had a pair of the Bordeaux Sommelier for 20-30 years. Used them a few times, not in the last 15 years or so. Never particularly liked them, from either an organoleptic or ergonomic perspective.