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Fine Crystal glassware from Bavaria |
 Spiegelau
is one of the most famous European manufacturers of fine crystal stemware.
The company has centuries of tradition. In fact records date back to the
year 1521, less than a generation after Columbus discovered America. Spiegelau
has long been associated with the "very best" hand-blown connoisseur wine
glasses. They offer excellence in design, function and quality.
The Grand Palais (hand-blown) and Vino Grande (machine-blown) collections which are manufactured with the most up to date technology offer the highest quality at the most affordable prices. Spiegelau also offers engraving and two glass gift sets by special order arrangement. Spiegelau stock is fortified with 6% lead crystal. The glass formulation allows for maximum durability. Both the Vino Grande and the Grand Palais are dishwasher safe. |
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Burgundy/Barolo 24 oz. (set of 6)
A magnificent glass designed for world-class wines; one that reflects the premium quality of a wine. The wide bowl maximizes the contact surface between the wine and the air so that the fruity aroma virtually explodes. Evaporating alcohol carries the fragrance of the wine to the nose and tongue. The wide opening of the glass helps distribute the wine's fullness and complexity across the palate. Perfect for top quality French Grand Cru burgundies, vintage Barolos, and the finest Pinot Noir. item # 9530 $57.95 |
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Bordeaux/Cabernet Sauvignon/Rioja 21 oz.
(set of 6)
This fabulous glass with voluminous tulip-shaped bowl accentuates the character of a fine wine. Its bouquet is given a youthful accent as it flows in concentrated form to the nose. Thus the somewhat higher alcohol content typical of world -class wines is not overly accentuated. The viscosity of the wine provides a fascinating veil on the sides of the glass- a reflection of the wealth of natural elements contained in a fine wine. Ideal for Premier Grand Cru wines from the Bordeaux region as well as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. item # 9531 $57.95 |
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Zinfandel/Chianti/Sangiovese 15 oz. (set of 6)
A classic long-stemmed red wine goblet of medium size, this glass was designed for a variety of red wines from different kinds of grapes and different vintages. Young red wines need plenty of air to bring out their aroma. Older wines requiring less air unfold their bouquet more quickly. Ideal for more fruity wines with less tannin nuances, for example Chianti Classico, Zinfandel, Navarra, Dornfelder, Blauer Zweigelt. Also an excellent glass for a mature Chianti Classico Riserva or Bordeaux Superieur. item # 9532 $57.95 |
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Chardonnay/White Wine 12 oz. (set of 6)
To fully enjoy the bouquet of fruit flavors: apples, peaches, plums, vanilla and acacia blossoms, white wine drinkers prefer a specially shaped glass. The white wine bowl is smaller than a red wine glass and extremely thin so that the lips can sense the coolness of the wine. item # 9533 $47.95 |
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Champagne Flute 6 oz. (set of 6)
Slender, small diameter Champagne glass in which the foam is optimally built up when the liquid is poured. The flute shape perfectly displays the fascinating effervescence of the wine. Since Champagne, sparkling wine, Cava and Italian Spumante are all made from light base wines, they do not require a voluminous glass to unfold their unique bouquet. Ideal for all dry sparkling wines and Champagnes. item # 9534 $57.95
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Port 6.75 oz. (set of 6)
Short-stemmed glass with narrow high swept bowl used to serve sweet distilled wines. The tall bowl shape attenuates the pungent smell of the alcohol while the narrow opening accentuates fruit and acidity on the palate. Ideal for port wine, special vintage ports, cream sherries, matured Marsala and red Banyuls from Southern France. item # 9535 $57.95 |
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Grappa (set of 6)
Grappa is best served in specially designed glasses to preserve its unmistakable aroma. An elegant Grappa glass with a high sweeping bowl that keeps the right distance between the nose and the liquid. This shape helps the nose focus on the scent of the Grappa and not the alcohol. item # 9536 $57.95 |
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Grand Palais
This elegant hand blown decanter holds the contents of a 759ml single bottle of your finest wine. For magnum size bottles you may want to consider the larger size. item # 9538 (750ml) $79.95
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updated 8 July 2000