Product Description
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The handy machine-made Viognier and chardonnay glass of the
space-saving glass collection O wine tumbler attracts attention
through its stemless design. This makes it less susceptible to
glass breakage and easy to put into the dishwasher. The classic
Riedel shape allows young wines to express all their invigorating
freshness, while more mature wines are encouraged to deliver the
nutty, spicy, mineral flavours. This glass is designed that the
low is delivered in a way that sets off the alcohol and
rich flavours of the wine, highlighting its velvety, supple
texture, emphasizing the fruit and ensuring a long, balanced
finish. "O" Is the ideal glass for everyday use and for every
occasion. It is fun, feels good to hold, looks trendy and it
works! All Riedel glasses are dishwasher safe.
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Founded in 1756, Austrias Riedel Crystal is the worlds premier
manufacturer of wine glasses and has always catered to the fine
wine connoisseur. However, these wine tumblers are the companys
first attempt at producing a lower priced wine glass for casual
entertaining. Like Riedels prestigious Vinum series of glasses,
these tumblers are specifically designed for a particular grape
varietal and still maintain their ability to enhance the flavors
and aromas of the wines they were intended for. The only
difference is that the tumblers are missing their stems, making
them slightly less delicate to handle, more modern in appearance,
and easier to fit in smaller cabinets, mini bars, picnic baskets,
and the dishwasher.
The O series of glasses are made of machine-made of non-leaded
glass. The shape of the two glasses in this set is specifically
recommended to balance the fruit and in full-bodied white
wines, such as Chardonnay and Viognier. Each glass holds 11-1/4
ounces of wine, stands 3-7/8 inches tall, and is completely
dishwasher-safe. --Cristina Vaamonde
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From the Manufacturer
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O is new
O is different
O is a true Riedel
O the wine tumbler
The Riedel connoisseur will be surprised to find that this new
glass series has something missing--there is no stem or base.
So what is O?
Riedel O is the new innovative take on the wine tumbler.
In short: O is the ideal glass for every day use and for every
occasion. It is fun, feels good to hold, looks trendy and it
works!
The designs of O are based on the benchmark shapes of Riedel
Vinum. For the first time in glass history the design parameters
such as shape of tumbler, size and diameter of rim, have been
fine tuned to enhance the worlds most important grape varietals.
O is available as: Cabernet Merlot, Pinot/Nebbiolo, Syrah/Shiraz,
Chardonnay, Viognier/Chardonnay, Riesling/Sauvignon.
The tumbler, used for centuries as an all-round drinking vessel,
is now turned into a sophisticated wine accessory. Maximilian
Riedel has created something brand new with O without losing
of his roots. O will not compete with the existing Riedel
glass series, O is much more a successful addition for those who
love an elegant, uncomplicated design that works.
30 years ago Claus Riedel (9th Riedel generation) revolutionised
the world of the wineglass when he changed functionality into
design. His grandson Maximilian Riedel (11th generation) feels
that now is the right time to offer a convenience product. A
glass which is easy to use. It fits in every dishwasher, picnic
basket, minibar or small kitchen. Broken stems are a thing of the
past.
The Content Determines the Shape
Riedel's belief when it comes to develop a shape is that design
ideas are not born on a drawing board but shaped by trial and
error with the help and support of the worlds greatest palates. A
person interested in wine is led by color, bouquet, and taste. He
often does not consider the glass--used as an instrument to
convey the message of the wine. Over the years we have acquired
some interesting scientific explanations as to why the shape of a
glass so influences the bouquet and taste of alcoholic beverages.
The first discovery was made while enjoying wine. The same wine
seemed completely different, when served in a variety of
glasses--so much so that experienced connoisseurs were made to
believe that they were tasting a different wine. In the next
step, Riedel was able to determine shapes in which the wine
seemed to improve. The grape variety is the key factor
determining the relationship between fruit, , tannin, and
alcohol in wine. We started to recognize the complicated role
played by size and shape in conveying the message of a fine wine.
The Influence of Size and Shape
Bouquet
The quality and intensity of aromas are determined by the
personality of a wine and the relative affinity of the glass
shape. Bouquet can only develop in a range of temperatures. Low
temperatures temper the intensity, whereas high temperatures push
mainly alcoholic fumes. When describing the importance of the
glass shape we assume that the right serving sizes (white wine:
2-3 ounces; red wine: 3-5 ounces) and temperatures are respected.
When wine is poured out, it starts to evaporate and the aromas
quickly fill the glass in layers according to their density and
specific gravity. The lightest vapors are at the rim, the
heaviest on the bottom. Consequently the size and the shape of
the glass can be fine-tuned to the typical aromas of a grape
variety:
* The lightest, most fragile aromas are those which resemble
flower and fruit aromas. Slender, egg-shaped glasses emphasize
this kind of aroma.
* The middle is filled with green vegetal aromas and earthy
mineral components.
* The heaviest aromas are those of wood and alcohol. When
swirling the glass, the wine moistens additional surface which
increases the evaporation and intensity of the aromas. However,
it does not allow layers of bouquet to blend together. It is for
this reason that the different qualities of aroma noted in a
variety of glasses are amazing. (The same wine may have fruit
aromas in one glass and green and vegetal iness in another).
To eliminate this effect, you would have to move the layers
vertically and shake the glass. Only then would you discover the
same bouquet in all glasses! Experienced tasters rely on their
olfactory talents more than their palates to determine the
provenance of the sample or the grape variety in blind tastings.
Very large glasses with a capacity of more than 25 ounces allow
you to sniff through the layers of bouquet by inhaling extremely
gently and consistently for more than ten seconds. You can smell
through the fruit aromas to the alcohol fumes.
Palate
We cannot dictate firm rules over personal preferences, though
our advice may provide valuable guidelines. Years of experience
have shown that 90 percent of wine lovers approve of the
suggestions made by Riedel. Physical movements and adjustments
are controlled subconsciously. The shape of the glass forces the
head to position itself in such a way that you drink and do not
spill.
Wide open glass shapes require us to sip by lowering the head.
Narrow rims roll the head backwards and the liquid flows because
of gravity. This delivers and positions the beverage to different
zones of the palate. Drinking in big sips to quench the thirst
will diminish the influence of the vessel, and only the
aftertaste will offer flavor. Alcoholic beverages are consumed
according to their strength in small to very small quantities at
a time. This gives the chance to control the flow where the
beverage contacts the tongue. The resulting nerve message is
delivered at a speed of 400 m/sec to our brain where it leaves a
lasting first impression. In most cases we would be disappointed
if the sweet fruit flavors were lacking, and tart components
dominated the taste picture. If this occurs, the blame is usually
put on the quality of the wine but never on the shape of the
glass.
Shape
Every wine has its own blend--fruit, , mineral, tannin,
alcohol--based on the grape variety, soil, and climate. By
studying the character of the grape variety Riedel is able to
deliver wine and spirits to the nose and palate so that each
beverage can reach its full expression. The finish plays an
important part in the overall impression and even this is
strongly influenced by the design of the .It will take time
to recognize that a glass is not just a glass but an instrument
of pleasure and enjoyment.
Key Factors in Selecting a Wine Glass
Type
A wine glass should be:
* Colorless
* Transparent
* Unadorned
* Thin-walled
* With a cut and polished lip
* Egg-shaped
* Stemmed
* Made of lead crystal Size
The size of a glass is important, showing the quality and
intensity of aromas. The evaporation space has to be chosen
according to the "personality" of the wine or spirit. It is best
to respect the appropriate serving quantities: * Approximately
three ounces for white wine
* Four up to a maximum of five ounces for red wine
* One ounce for spirits. General Rules* Red wines and their
character require large glasses,
* White wines medium-sized glasses, and
* Spirits small ones in order to emphasize the fruit character
and not the alcohol. Shape
The glasses are designed to emphasize a wines harmony, not its
faults. Riedel has always viewed the wine glass as an instrument
to bring together: * Personality of the wine
* Smell
* Taste
* The sense of To appreciate fully the personality of
different grape varieties and the subtle character of wines, it
is essential to have an appropriately fine-tuned glass shape. The
shape is responsible for the flow of the wine and consequently
where it touches the various taste zones of the tongue. The
initial contact point depends on the shape and volume of the
glass, the diameter of the rim, and its finish (whether it is cut
and polished or rolled edge) as well as the thickness of the
crystal. As you put your wine glass to your lips, your taste buds
are on the alert. Once the tongue is in contact with the wine
three messages are transmitted at the same time: temperature,
texture, and taste. Wine is composed of different elements:
fruit, , mineral components, tannin, and alcohol. The
combination between the sense of smell and taste leads into the
wonderful world of flavor.
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- The handy machine-made Viognier and chardonnay glass of the space-saving glass collection O wine tumbler attracts attention through its stemless design..
- This makes it less susceptible to glass breakage and easy to put into the dishwasher..
- The classic Riedel shape allows young wines to Express all their invigorating freshness, while more mature wines are encouraged to deliver the nutty, Spicy, mineral flavours..
- This glass is designed that the low is delivered in a way that sets off the alcohol and rich flavours of the wine, highlighting its velvety, supple texture, emphasizing the fruit and ensuring a long, balanced finish..
- "O" Is the ideal glass for everyday use and for every occasion..
- It is fun, feels good to hold, looks trendy and it works!.
- All Riedel glasses are dishwasher safe..
- Capacity is 11.29 ounces; glass size is 3.11Lx3.11Wx3.87H (Inches).