A wine glass essentially has four parts - the rim, the bowl, the stem and the base. Now, you will get both glass and crystal wine glasses in the market. Why should you choose the crystal ones? Crystal wine glasses heighten the aroma of the wine and definitely enhance the royal look of the drink. The glasses come in different elegant designs and are the right choice for formal occasions and high-end royal events.
The shape and the build of the crystal wine glasses elevate the look and feel while the functionality of the build works to influence the drink’s taste and aroma.
Bordeaux Glass - This is a standard wine glass. The finishing has a tall stem with a full-sized bowl. The glass usually tapers towards the rim which allows the aroma to escape nicely and paves the way for a nice twirling experience. This kind of crystal glass is suitable for red wine variants that have modest acidity.
Beaujolais Glass - This is an all-rounder in the field of wine glasses. Suitable for a large variety of light wines, this glass has straight sides and allows the wine to connect with the air for a fresh aroma. While sipping from this, one will find that the wine goes straight to the centre of the palette for a moderate effect.
Burgundy Glass - This glass is not tall and has a wider bowl flaring towards the rim. This collects the aroma of the wine and enhances the acidity and the intensity of the drink. This type is suitable for red wines having a higher acidic content and generally highlights the fruit flavouron the tip of the tongue.
Crystal wine glasses are not only pleasing to the eye but also stand the test of time. When drinking, one experiences a smoother drink flow because the crystal does away with the thicker lip edge and provides a quick and easygoing flow against the tongue.