Riedel Sommeliers Crystal Burgundy Grand Cru Wine Glass, Set of 2

Handcrafted of full-blown lead crystal, this wine glass is from Riedel's high-end Sommelier Collection and is for those who take their wine seriously. Visually stunning, this gigantic glass is on permanent display in New York's Museum of Modern Art for its innovative design, which was developed in 1958. The glass is specifically shaped to highlight the fruit in certain red wines—Bourgogne Grand Cru, Barolo, Barbaresco, Beaujolais Grand Cru, Blauburgunder, Red Burgundy, Gamay, Nebbiolo, and Pinot Noir—while utilizing balancing acidity, presenting a three-dimensional flavor. Glass has the unique ability to enhance the flavor of an excellent wine and also to reveal any flaws in a lesser-quality wine. The large bowl allows room for the wine's rich bouquet to unfold. The flared lip emphasizes the wine's fruitiness by bringing the wine directly to the front of the palate. The glass weighs a substantial 14 ounces and holds up to 37 ounces of wine. It stands 9-3/4 inches high, with a 4-3/4-inch wide bowl.