White Wine Glasses

August 29, 2008
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Red Wine and White Wine Glasses…What’s the difference?

I’ve been looking at Wine glasses and I always see certain glasses used for certain wines. White Wine, Red White, Specific types of Wines…I mainly just want to know why there’s a different Wine glass used for White and Red Wines. And if you’re a Wine drinker, what kind of Wine do you prefer? I’m just starting to try different wines, but I very much enjoy Moscato.
Thanks in advance!

I’m just starting to enjoy different wines, too, so I can relate to this question. Simply put, red wine glasses have a wider opening and base, as most red wines need to breathe. This is the reason why you always feel robbed in a restaurant when they pour you a quarter glass of it. Ha! White wine doesn’t require breathing as it doesn’t have the same stuff in it (trying to keep this simple). So, a smaller, less “open” glass works just fine.

I prefer red wines, especially Chianti (Italian) and Shiraz (Australian). But, I do love a crisp, cold Pinot Grigio in the summer!

Good luck with choosing wines and glasses, and just remember: Use the glasses you want and don’t get wrapped up in all the “rules.” :) Take care!

Wine Tasting Tip – Red Wine Glass or White Wine Glass

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