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Perfect for everyday use and an amazing value at 8 glasses for the price of 6, the eight extra-large red-wine glasses in this set are part of the moderately priced Ouverture series offered by world-renowned wineglass maker Riedel Crystal. Made of lead-free crystal and machine blown, these glasses are dishwasher-safe. Their thin rims are cut and polished to Riedel's exacting standards, so wine flows easily onto the palate. Each glass stands 7-7/8 inches high, and their large bowls help release the wine's aroma for full enjoyment. Though glasses shaped and sized for different types of wine seem a tradition today, Riedel was the pioneer of this revolutionary concept, which has created a lasting effect on the globe's wine culture.

Technical Details

-Set of 8 for the price of 6; Ouverture Magnum glasses; 18-5/8 ounces
-Designed by Riedel to enhance enjoyment of full-bodied red wines
-Machine-made from lead-free glass with exceptional clarity and brilliance
-Styling combines elongated bowl, generous sizing, and comfortable stem
-Dishwasher-safe; additional Ouverture wine and spirits glasses also available

Customer Reviews

"Perfect red wine glasses"

By Deborah Weiser (outer space)
I got this set of 8 at a great price, but I wasn't paying attention when I ordered and they were a larger size than I was expecting. However, these are now our favorites for dinner at home! Great rim clearance for the nose, easy to swirl, extremely lightweight for the size and I haven't broken one yet in the dish water.

"Perfect glasses for everyday use"

By C. Humble (Portland, OR)
These are great wine glasses for everyday use. I was looking for a glass with a larger bowl, but that wasn't too big. I also didn't want a super tall glass because they can be awkward and are easier to tip over.
I love the short stem on these glasses because they are comfortable to hold. They just fit my hand and feel perfect. The bowls are big enough, but not too big. I also find that they work fine for both red and white wines. The quality is excellent and the value is superb.
I would highly recommend a set of these glasses.

"To be expected..."

By Ben Zucco
The quality of the Riedel products never disappoint. This glass is a bit shorter then one might expect but the quality is flawless as one would expect. I purchased these as a gift for my father and we were so happy with them that his Girl Friend went out and bought a second set for her home as well. Riedel does not disappoint, I only wish I could have a set of my own!

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