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Wine Glasses for
White & Rosé Wines
From the slender, crisp tulip for mineral Riesling to the expansive, buttery Montrachet bowl for oaked Burgundian Chardonnay.
Volume: 300–400 ml
Height: 210–225 mm
Rim: 56–60 mm
Bowl Ø: 76–82 mm
FOR FRESH & MINERAL WHITES
1. The Crisp White Tulip
Compact U-shaped bowl with upright, slender walls
Why this shape works:
- Thermal Defense: small volume prevents cold wine from warming up from room ambient temperature or hand contact.
- Lateral Palate Trajectory: straight walls guide the flow directly onto the sides of the tongue, intensifying crisp citrus acidity.
- Mineral Focus: concentrates delicate floral, green apple, and flinty aromas without sacrificing vibrant energy.
Ideal for grape varieties:
Sommelier Serving Secret
Serve strictly at 8–10 °C and pour in smaller 80–100 ml increments so the wine in the glass never loses its refreshing chill.
Volume: 500–620 ml
Height: 215–230 mm
Rim: 78–85 mm
Bowl Ø: 105–115 mm
FOR RICH & OAKED WHITES
2. The Montrachet Chardonnay Bowl
Wide rounded balloon bowl with an expansive, open rim
Why this shape works:
- Generous Aeration Surface: vital to reveal complex secondary notes of barrel aging: cultured butter, bourbon vanilla, and toasted brioche.
- Expansive Rim (Ø 85 mm): distributes wine evenly across the entire palate, accentuating rich, creamy texture.
- Alcohol Softening: disperses warmth from high-octane Old and New World white crus.
Ideal for grape varieties:
Sommelier Serving Secret
Never over-chill full-bodied whites: 11–13 °C is optimal. Frigid temperatures freeze delicate oak and dairy nuances.
Volume: 350–450 ml
Height: 210–225 mm
Rim: 64–70 mm
Bowl Ø: 80–88 mm
FOR REFRESHING ROSÉ WINES
3. The Flared-Lip Rosé Glass
Tulip bowl with a subtle outward-flared lip
Why this shape works:
- Outward Flared Lip: steers the initial sip straight onto the tip of the tongue (sweetness perception zone).
- Berry Note Amplification: instantly spotlights vibrant notes of wild strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant, and crisp watermelon.
- Acid Balancing: softens sharp, tart acid sensations in bone-dry young Provence rosés.
Ideal for grape varieties:
Sommelier Serving Secret
Shines at 9–11 °C alongside Mediterranean tapas, fresh cheeses, and light seafood crudo.
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