Wine Glass Recommendations

[Scott_Watkins]

Zalto is my go to the universal is really great for most wines but I still love the Bordeaux and burgundy glasses.

[Chris_C]

@JYoung

What about the Gabriel Glas stemware? I thought I remember someone recommending them awhile back over Zalto… I’ve been debating whether to get these or Zalto Universal for awhile now. As usual, I’m sure the correct answer is ‘both’…

http://www.winegls.com/store/

I have the mouth blown Gold Editions and love them. I recently tried a Zalto Universal and found it to be similar. The Gabriel Glas used to be cheaper - that’s how I chose. You can’t go wrong with either.

[Chris_C]

@S. Williams

We mostly use the Merlot/Cabernet Bormioli’s (the Pinots are nice, but HUGE), which are nearly identical to the Full-Bodied Red Zwiesel’s, but they’ve also got a dead ringer for the Zalto Universal with their “Intenso 740” glasses, which Amazon sells in sets of six for around $40.

Bormioli is a common name, so look for the Atelier or Son.hx glass designation for their higher quality stemware. TJ Maxx and Home Goods sometimes have them from time to time as well.

Costco will have Bormioli Symphony All Purpose glasses for sale later this month. 8 for $19.99 after a $5 discount.

http://www.costco.com/Luigi-Bormioli’s-Symphony-All-Purpose-Stemware–Set-of-8.product.100141083.html

[Merrill_Lindquist]

@David J. Haycock

@Merrill Lindquist

I have zillions of Riedel/Spiegelau Cabernet glasses that I use for tasting. But I have absolutely fallen in love with the Zalto Universal. Can’t explain it, but If I were to buy a 6 pack or 2 of something new, that would be it.

What were we drinking out of when we visited?

Riedel/Spiegelau Bordeaux/Cabernet glasses. The bouquet of a Cabernet is actually better out of these glasses, at least initially, than from the Zalto. I have done smell/taste tests with the same wines, side by side, and the R/S “shows” better, at least for 4-6 hours. At least for my own label. But the Zalto? I still go to that when I am pouring something for a social occasion (like every day ), and I just love this glass. I can’t justify it, really, but I know it and I like it. Like some other things in life .

[GregT]

David - as you can see there are many opinions.after hundreds of glasses over many years I would say the best glass is the one in your hand with the wine you like. You can eat your soup from a clay bowl, a stainless steel pot, or fine china. One it’s in your mouth, it won’t matter.and so with the glasses. Either find out what will impress your friends and buy that or just buy some nice glasses and don’t worry what they think.

Tonite I had 65 Unico with the current winemaker out of a cheap glass. Neither of us complained. Now I’m finishing an inexpensive Nebbiolo out of a Reidel that is five or six or ten times the price. The Vega Sicilia was better. The glass doesn’t make the wine.

[James_R.Macho]

I have been using and greatly enjoying the Spiegelau Hybrid glasses, both Burgundy and Bordeaux.

http://www.amazon.com/Spiegelau-Hybrid-Burgundy-Glass-7-Ounce/dp/B004UMGCAG/ref=sr_1_3?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1415345637&sr=1-3&keywords=spiegelau+hybrid

I notice a definite resemblance to the Zalto glasses at a fraction of the price.
These are also relatively non fragile. I’ve only had one of twelve break in the last year.

Has anyone compared these side by side with the Zaltos?

Jim

[Frank_H_Herfjord]

Accept no alternative to zalto for nebbiolo, pinot noir and chardonnay. Their glass is on a whole new level although it’s fugly and cumbersome. For Bordeaux and Champagne, you could go either zalto or riedel depending on the style.

Our tasting group tested about 20 glasses for vintage port yesterday, and the winner was Riedel Vinum Sauvignon Blanc.

[Humberto_Dorta]

The answer to your very specific question is Zalto.
Burgundy, Bordeaux, and universal.

[David_White]

@JYoung

What about the Gabriel Glas stemware? I thought I remember someone recommending them awhile back over Zalto… I’ve been debating whether to get these or Zalto Universal for awhile now. As usual, I’m sure the correct answer is ‘both’…

http://www.winegls.com/store/

The Gabriel Glas handblown has become my go-to glass. I find the shape superior to the Zalto Universal.

[Karring_Moan]

Zaltos are too much for how many glasses get broken at my house. I like my Bormioli glasses. They are sturdy and hold up to in-laws pretty well. Usually I have gotten mine at restaurant supply stores.

k.

[Humberto_Dorta]

Agreed Karring I have a boat load of Riedels and Nachtmann for in laws and drunken friends. But his question is about glasses for wine lovers and special wines for which I absolutely love Zaltos.

[Matt_Latuchie]

@David White

@JYoung

What about the Gabriel Glas stemware? I thought I remember someone recommending them awhile back over Zalto… I’ve been debating whether to get these or Zalto Universal for awhile now. As usual, I’m sure the correct answer is ‘both’…

http://www.winegls.com/store/

The Gabriel Glas handblown has become my go-to glass. I find the shape superior to the Zalto Universal.

I like the Gabriel Glas a lot too, but my usage of it has fallen off a cliff ever since my Zalto’s arrived. I like having both styles and will probably arrange for some sort of formal tasting between the two to prove what a geek i am.

[ericskitei]

Anyone have a hookup for Zalto stems? There was a board member that was distributing, but unfortunately he does not any longer. I am on a mission to get a better price than retail for these!

[J_Singleton]

@Matt Latuchie

@David White

@JYoung

What about the Gabriel Glas stemware? I thought I remember someone recommending them awhile back over Zalto… I’ve been debating whether to get these or Zalto Universal for awhile now. As usual, I’m sure the correct answer is ‘both’…

http://www.winegls.com/store/

The Gabriel Glas handblown has become my go-to glass. I find the shape superior to the Zalto Universal.

I like the Gabriel Glas a lot too, but my usage of it has fallen off a cliff ever since my Zalto’s arrived. I like having both styles and will probably arrange for some sort of formal tasting between the two to prove what a geek i am.

You’d have to be pouring some hipster orange wine from the Jura and have Mr. Lewis in attendance. THEN, you’d be proving your geek worthiness.

[George_Hejna]

I have been using Zalto Burg and Bdx stems almost exclusively for about a year. I have broken one. They are sturdier than they feel. They do great in a dishwasher also.


George

[Neal.Mollen]

@Merrill Lindquist

I have zillions of Riedel/Spiegelau Cabernet glasses that I use for tasting. But I have absolutely fallen in love with the Zalto Universal. Can’t explain it, but If I were to buy a 6 pack or 2 of something new, that would be it.

Smart lady. This is the answer. Both parts. Spiegelau glasses are good. Zaltos are supreme

[David_White]

@ericskitei

Anyone have a hookup for Zalto stems? There was a board member that was distributing, but unfortunately he does not any longer. I am on a mission to get a better price than retail for these!

Talk to Tim O’Rourke at Weygandt Wines (tim - at - weygandtwines.com). He’ll take care of you!

[ericskitei]

Thanks David. Sent him an email.

[Stuart_BeauneHead_Niemtzow]

For those of us who think Zalto (red) are the top glasses out there for all purposes. (I do.) But, can’t hack the investment. (I don’t want to anymore), the Crate and Barrel Hip glasses have been, over the last year, indistinguishable to me from the Zaltos…and cost $6 or so.

I think unless , psychologically none requires “ze best”…the Crate and Barrel shouldn’t be dismissed…and when/if they break…you won’t cry, given the cost.

[mmarcellus]

@Stuart BeauneHead Niemtzow

For those of us who think Zalto (red) are the top glasses out there for all purposes. (I do.) But, can’t hack the investment. (I don’t want to anymore), the Crate and Barrel Hip glasses have been, over the last year, indistinguishable to me from the Zaltos…and cost $6 or so.

I think unless , psychologically none requires “ze best”…the Crate and Barrel shouldn’t be dismissed…and when/if they break…you won’t cry, given the cost.

Agree on Hip, but the red glass only comes in a Burgundy shape. Do you just use that for other style reds, or do you have an equivalent priced alternative to the Zalto Bordeaux?

BTW, Hip is on sale at C&B through tomorrow (Nov 10).