Types of wine glasses

Choosing the right types of wine glasses is necessary in order to completely enjoy a certain type of wine.

White Wine

It is not uncommon to find that white wine glasses have a longer stem and smaller base then their red counterparts.

Red Wine

Red wine glasses have a much larger bowl and tend to be wider than white wine glasses. This is because of the serving size and the strong aromas and flavors associated with red wines, more space for the wine to breathe results in a wider bouquet and a more pleasurable experience.

Champagne/Sparkling Wines

Champagne and sparkling wine are served in glasses caalles flutes. The flute is a tall, slender glass designed to concentrate the bubbles of a liquid on the tip of the tongue. The shape conveys the rich scent of Champagne immediately upon sipping.

                                                         
                                                              

Dessert Wines

A dessert wine glass should be smaller to direct the wine to the back of the mouth so the sweetness doesn't overwhelm. Dessert wines generally have a higher alcohol content, making the small glass perfect for a smaller serving.

Temperature of glasses

Wine glasses should be served at roughly the same temperature that the wine itself will have. For white wines, the glass temperature should be between 8 – 10 ºC, light red wines around 14 ºC, and full bodied reds between 16 – 17 ºC. Try to avoid putting the glass in direct sunlight, as this will quickly alter the temperature.