Schott Zwiesel Tritan Crystal Glass Stemware Cru Classic Collection Bordeaux, 27.9-Ounce, Set of 6

Much sturdier than Riedel

I disagree with the first reviewer. I have always had Riedel Vinum, but once I saw the Forte set (not the cru classic) I decided to try them. Yes the Riedel is thinner in some places, but the Forte shape is EXACTLY the same as the Bordeaux Riedel Vinum’s Bordeaux. These glasses are much sturdier. I do not have to worry about my wife washing them, she has broken all my Riedels. These can even be put in a dish washer ! (shudder).

Unfortunately, Amazon’s price is out of whack, even with free prime shipping. Most reputable places, like K&L Wines have them for $15 less.

Tough and sexy

I can’t recommend these wine glasses enough. I bought them in March, since my other wine glasses, one by one, had died tragic deaths mostly related to the dishwasher. I’ve had them now for about 9 months, and am tickled pink.

First, a disclaimer: I had one wine glass break in the dishwasher, but that was a result of my accidentally dropping it on the dishes while I was loading the dishwasher and the wineglass bouncing under a baking sheet and snapping at the handle. I find that above and beyond normal wear and tear. So, honestly, they’re not completely idiot-proof. But then again, I bought ginormous crystal glasses, and expecting them to withstand extreme conditions is unrealistic.

As far as durability goes, they’re great. Unlike most wine glasses, these are dishwasher safe – no questions about it. Except for my silly mistake, they have come through the dishwasher without a single chip or scratch. I use a few of them about once a week, so that’s a lot of…

The Perfect Wine Glass!

At last, I have found the perfect wine glass for my cellar of French Bordeaux! Yes, the glass is much more durable than Riedel, especially for such a fine, balanced stem, but that is just the beginning. There is plenty of room in the globe to swirl the wine and get adequate air for the nose of the wine. It actually seems to bring out the essences of the wine more readily. Also, I find the rims of the Reidel stems to be too sharp and not pleasing to put your mouth on, where the Schott Zwiesel stem is fine, but neither sharp nor too thick. I have also tried the champagne flutes and they make a good champagne that much better! I would recommend this stemware to anyone who wants to enhance their wine experience. These glasses are beautiful, durable and practical.

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