Which Riedel wine glass to choose

"The finest glasses for both technical and hedonistic purposes are those made by Riedel. The effect of these glasses on fine wine is profound. I cannot emphasise enough what a difference they make."

(Quote: Robert M. Parker. Jr. The Wine Advocate.)

Riedel is one of the world’s foremost glassmakers, renowned for producing premium-quality glassware. Their wine glasses are expertly crafted and uniquely shaped to enhance the characteristics of different grape varieties and wine regions, elevating the overall tasting experience. Riedel offers a wide selection of glass ranges designed to suit a variety of occasions, from formal wine tastings and elegant dinners to casual picnics.

Highly regarded by top wineries, restaurants, corporations, and private homes worldwide, Riedel glassware is synonymous with quality and sophistication. To assist you in choosing the perfect glassware, we have drawn upon our extensive knowledge and experience with Riedel products to outline the benefits of each glass range below.

Riedel Vinum

Glasses in the range: 20+
Price range from £43.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2, 4 & 8 (selected glasses)

If you are looking for high-quality crystal wine glasses, this is the Riedel range for you. The Vinum series is extremely popular with consumers and restaurateurs worldwide. It is suitable for everyday use or to use at a wine tasting. Functional and aesthetically pleasing, this range is one of our most requested. It was the first grape-specific glass in history!

Wineware suggests using these for a table setting; discover which bowl shape suits your favourite grape variety.

Riedel Veritas

Glasses in the range: 10+
Price range from £43.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2

If you're looking for a newer, 'upgraded' version of the highly popular Vinum range, Veritas is for you. Veritas features the same high-quality crystal glass as Vinum, and it's becoming very popular with consumers and restaurateurs worldwide. It's suitable for everyday use and during dinner and tastings; it's functional and aesthetically pleasing!

Wineware suggests using these for a more advanced wine lover, an upgrade on the Vinum series; discover further bowl shape that suits your favourite grape variety.

Riedel Performance

Glasses in the range: 7
Price range from £43.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2 & 8 (selected glasses)

If you're looking for an eye-catching, never-seen glassware range, then Riedel Performance is the one for you! As standard, it features the same high-quality crystal glass as other Riedel ranges and a unique optic impact. This adds a pleasing visual aspect to the bowl and increases the inner surface area, allowing the wine to open up and fully show every aroma and subtle nuance. Riedel Performance is unique, functional, and aesthetically pleasing!

Wineware suggests using these for a more advanced wine lover. They are an upgrade on the Vinum & Veritas series.

Riedel Veloce

Glasses in the range: 11
Price range from £49.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2

Riedel Veloce looks and feels handmade! This glass collection is produced by machine, using state-of-the-art technologies, and is a true precision tool. The weight of Riedel Veloce is remarkable and has been reduced considerably from that of the Extreme collection. It has a perfect balance and feels similar to handmade glass.

Wineware suggests this range for a keen wine enthusiast who likes the modern feel of this range.

Riedel O Range

Glasses in the range: 10
Price range from £21.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2 & 4 (selected glasses)

Stemless wine glasses are a modern and trendy addition to glassware. This range is relatively new but very popular with consumers. The O series is an excellent alternative to the traditional stemmed glass design. It makes for a great gift or wedding favour. Stemless wine tumblers are also suitable for serving mixers, soft drinks and water and perfectly fit every dishwasher. The O bowl size is based on the benchmark shapes from the Riedel Vinum series.

Wineware suggests buying the O Range for friends or family who already own Riedel glassware.

Riedel Winewings

Glasses in the range: 7
Price range from £25.95 per twin pack
Available in: Individually

Released in 2020, the Riedel Winewings is a glass collection that may not be the most aesthetically pleasing but is striking in its design and functionality. It takes the wine's aromas and flavours on a flight. Each glass within the range features a flat and stretched bottom with a wing-like shape to increase the surface area the wine is exposed to, increasing the levels of evaporation and enabling a greater intensity of aroma.

Wineware suggests buying the Winewings for a more advanced wine lover, a companion to the Vinum, Veritas and Performance ranges.

Riedel Ouverture

Glasses in the range: 9
Price range from £23.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2

The Ouverture series is ideal for everyday use. This is the starting glass for any Riedel collector; it is a Riedel beginner glass. It is aimed at users who appreciate reasonably priced wine, and you can use it for any grape variety. This range consists of ten sizes, so it is adequate for drinking wine, champagne, beer, and spirits. These perfectly shaped wine glasses are also among the most cost-effective ranges from Riedel.

Wineware suggests these for wine novices/beginners and is suitable for wine tastings, wine classes, or home use.

Riedel Extreme

Glasses in the range: 7
Price range from £33.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2

This range is designed to show a wine's full potential, giving the perfect surroundings in a well-designed, high-quality glass. The Riedel Vinum Extreme glasses were introduced in the millennium and have since become a success. The large bowls and long stems are extremely popular with users. The large bowl allows the wine to breathe and intensifies the bouquet. The Vinum Extreme wine glasses/range are available in two sets, making them a lovely present for a special occasion or birthday.

Wineware suggests you serve "New World" wines in the Vinum Extreme glasses.

Riedel Bar Drink Specific

Glasses in the range: 8
Price range from £25.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2

The Riedel Barware Drink Specific Glassware is made in collaboration with spirits specialist Zane Harris, answering the need for cocktail-specific glassware among restaurants and bars and cocktail enthusiasts at home with six glasses perfected for thousands of cocktails. The glasses are based on the traditional serves for seven classic cocktails, including The Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Daiquiri, Sour, Peasant, Buck and Julep. This glassware range is for those who love creating their favourite cocktails and enjoying them to the fullest!

Wineware suggests you serve your favourite cocktails from the Riedel Bar Drink Specific glassware range.

Riedel Wine Friendly

Glasses in the range: 6
Price range from £43.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 4

Riedel Wine Friendly presents a collection for beginner or occasional wine drinkers after easy-to-use glasses produced with the famous Riedel quality. The Riedel Wine Friendly collection caters to a worldwide increase in demand for entry-level glasses that are functional and versatile. Developed initially as a mise-en-place for the hospitality industry, where storage limitations often dictate the need for universal glassware, this collection includes stemmed glasses, a tumbler, and a decanter.

Wineware suggests this range for casual wine drinkers or someone looking to begin their wine journey.

Riedel Grape

Glasses in the range: 6
Price range from: £23.95 per twin pack
Available in: Sets of 2

The GRAPE@RIEDEL range is perfect for various wines, fun drinks, cocktails and more. Meticulously crafted for varietal precision, they excel in mixology and wine enjoyment. Embrace professionalism with optimal fill levels and enjoy the multi-tasking design of GRAPE@RIEDEL, where style, functionality, and affordability meet.

Wineware say, "A great entry-level range for wine and much more!"

Riedel Sommeliers

Glasses in the range: 12
Price range from £352.00 per set of 4
Available in: Sets of 4

Precision is in every handmade, mouth-blown Sommelier's glass. These classic and elegant glasses are genuinely spectacular. Serve your favourite bottles or vintage wines in these exquisite Riedel glasses. These glasses are timeless and add an extra touch to the wine-tasting experience. If you enjoy fine wines, Riedel's Sommelier's glasses are ideal; they are "a wine's best friend". This series consists of ten sizes.

Wineware say, "The pinnacle of wine experience is achieved with the Sommeliers glass!"