9 Best Wine Glasses TESTED & Rated (15 Products Tried!)

Ask any wine sommelier, and they’ll tell you the glass you’re drinking your wine in is just as important as the wine itself.  

There are many wine glasses, some specific to red or white wine, some universal, and others for champagne. Deciding on the right one for you depends on preference and how you plan to utilize the wine glasses. 

Regardless of the type of wine you prefer or your budget for wine glasses, there is a perfect choice for you.

Read further, and we’ll tell you about 9 of the best wine glasses (and 6 honorable mentions) and how we decided they’re the best!

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How We Narrowed Down the Best Wine Glasses

To find the best wine glasses, we looked at some of the top brands across the nation. We observed how their design choice affected the aesthetic, usability, and overall purpose of the glass.

We then scoured through multiple brands while considering these factors to find the best.

We came across companies like Riedel, a family company founded in 1957, with roots in glass blowing for 300 years! 

We also found other great brands like Libbey, which offers a variety of elegant glasses, and Gabriel Glas, a brand that delivers the utmost quality.

Out of hundreds of products to choose from, we found 15 different glasses that seemed worthy of our top picks. We brought these to our kitchens and put them to the test.

We studied how well they served their purpose based on glass type. 

We also observed their ease of use when holding the glass, drinking from the rim, and feasibility in cleaning the glass.

Lastly, we took a look at the aesthetic of the glass. Was it too bulky? Did it have noticeable seams? Is the stem too long or too short? 

Read our related article on the Best Wine Preservation Systems! We tested these to see which kept our opened wine fresher for longer and here’s what we found.

Best Wine Glasses Reviewed

1. Best Overall: Schott Zwiesel Wine Glasses

Product Ratings

Affordability	4/5
Aesthetic	5/5
Durability	4/5
Usability	5/5
Purpose	4.5/5

Features: Cabernet Glass | 540 ml | 6 x 3.6” x 9.6” 

This wine glass is perfect for any red lovers out there. Coming in a pack of two, this is a great choice for sipping wine over a family meal.

Why is the Schott Zwiesel Wine Glass our overall best pick for best wine glasses?

Aesthetic

Choosing the proper glass for your favorite glass of Lamarca Prosecco wine is important but that doesn’t mean you have to forget about style and look when it comes to your glass.

In the end, whether you’re tasting on a vineyard, enjoying with friends at a gathering, or sipping by the fireplace, drinking wine is an experience.

The vessel you deliver this experience in should be just as magnificent.

This is where Schott Zwiesel comes in! This glass is made from Tritan Crystal, a stunning patented crystal glass type.

The glass is designed with sharp, crisp lines for a geometric look. We adored the shape of these wine glasses. The long stem keeps the hand away from the bowl, and the base supports the glass well.

The look of this glass is presentable enough for casual social gatherings while remaining sleek for a candlelit dinner.   

Versatility

This glass is intended for both white and red wines, we love the versatility that it offers!

We found the stem to be a good width and perfect height to grasp comfortably in the hand. 

We also loved that we could put these wine glasses right in the dishwasher after use. 

Purpose

This wine glass is best utilized with cabernet! The narrow opening of the wine glass allows you to fully engulf your sense of smell with the aromas of the red. 

Further, we found the narrow opening also entrapped the aromas of a full-body white as well.

Although you can enjoy a full-body white, the delivery of a cabernet through this glass is stellar! 

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2. Runner Up: Riedel Veritas Chardonnay Glasses

Product Ratings

Affordability	4.5/5
Aesthetic	4.5/5
Durability	4/5
Usability	4/5
Purpose	4/5

Features: Chardonnay Glass | 620 ml | 7.5” x 5 x 11.2” 

Riedel is one of the most illustrious names in the glassware vertical. The company has been in business for 300 years – you don’t get much more established than that!

They produce some of the most well-known and finest wine glasses.

Aesthetic

We loved the look of this crystal wine glass! Designed with a slender stem and thin base, this glass has a slim feel.

These glasses exude class and could be used in Michelin Star restaurants. 

Yet, it remains simplistic for everyday use. Riedel provides the charm of a handmade glass through consistent accuracy only a machine can achieve.

This wine glass is perfect for formal and casual settings.

Versatility

The stem of this glass was perfect for holding. The weight of the glass, despite a large bowl, wasn’t overbearing.

We noticed these glasses had firm bases and did not topple much, if at all. 

These glasses are a bit delicate, as many great wine glasses are. Some glasses we tested didn’t survive a trip through the dishwasher, so we recommend hand washing these beauties. 

Despite that small disclaimer, we found these glasses to be quite practical.

Purpose

This wine glass is perfect for oaked chardonnay! Going back to the aforementioned large bowl, the shape of the glass is designed perfectly.

The oversized bowl allows for spill-free swirling and delivers aromas beautifully. 

We couldn’t get over how well our oaked chardonnay tasted in this wine glass!

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3. Best for Variety of Wines: Zalto Denk’Art Hand-Blown Wine Glasses

Product Ratings

Affordability	3.5/5
Aesthetic	5/5
Durability	3.5/5
Usability	4.5/5
Purpose	4/5

Features: Red and White Wine Glass |530 ml | 7.5” x 5 x 11.2” 

Next up, we have some arresting hand-blown glassware from Zalto Denk’Art.

Aesthetic

Elegance, class, and beauty. This wine glass has it all! We love the design of the narrow opening, thin lip, and slender stem. This glass seems dainty yet holds up to frequent use.

The versatility of these glasses and their sleek design make them perfect for everyday use and dinner parties alike.

Versatility

These glasses fit well in hand, and the stem is comfortable to grasp. The thin lip of the wine glass makes for great ease of consumption.

We also had very few reports of issues with these wine glasses going into the dishwasher. 

Purpose

These wine glasses, which come in a set of two, are great for red or white wine.

The universal use of these glasses makes them quite practical and a great choice if you don’t particularly favor one wine over another. 

The narrow design of the wine glass opening fully encaptures the aromas of whites while directly delivering the aromas of reds.

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4. Best for White Wines: Spiegelau White Wine Glasses 

Product Ratings

Affordability	4.5/5
Aesthetic	4/5
Durability	4/5
Usability	4/5
Purpose	4/5

Features: White Wine Glass | 435 ml | 4” x 3.4” x 8.8” 

Spiegelau is another highly reputable name in the glassware space, and these glasses are fantastic for enjoying white wine. 

So, how do these white wine glasses perform?

Aesthetic

Unlike some of the higher-end glassware on our list, this crystal glass set delivers quality without blowing the budget.

The crystal is completely lead-free, the bowl is transparent and colorless, and this connects seamlessly to the stem with none of those visible lines that mar the overall aesthetic with cheaper glassware. 

We loved using these glasses for white wines at formal parties or at home after a long day at work.

Versatility

These glasses were fairly light and easy to hold. However, we wish the rims were a little thinner to enhance the drinking experience.

Nevertheless, these wine glasses were a joy to use. 

We tested them over 1,500 cycles in a dishwasher. These glasses remain flawless, so you’ll get stress-free maintenance without worrying about degradation in quality.

Purpose

Lead-free and seamless, the design of this wine glass highlights the natural hue and viscosity of each wine for a holistic tasting experience. 

Break-resistant and shimmering more brilliantly than most other wine glasses, these glasses are intended for white wine.

Spiegelau offers plenty of glassware perfect for red wines if that’s your preferred tipple.

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5. Best for Red Wines: Riedel Ouverture Red Wine Glasses

Product Ratings

Affordability	4.5/5
Aesthetic	4.5/5
Durability	4/5
Usability	3.5/5
Purpose	4/5

Features: Red Wine Glass | 350 ml | 2.5” x 3.25” x 7.4” 

Next up comes another entry from the inimitable Riedel with the Overture series of glasses. 

So how did this wine glass set present itself as the best red wine glass?

Aesthetic

We like the shape and overall feel of this wine glass! It is dainty yet as robust as the wine it delivers. The small features of this glass give the appearance of delicacy.

You might find this wine glass at a formal dinner party or on the beach while someone sips in the sun.

Versatility

Ideal for daily use, these glasses won’t need to be stashed away, and they are reasonably durable as well.

Slip these wine glasses into the dishwasher for hands-free maintenance when cleaning up.

The only real drawback of these glasses concerns the size. They are pretty dainty, so if you prefer bigger servings, we’d suggest exploring the rest of the Riedel range or opting for some of the other glasses on our list.

Purpose

The bowl’s design helps release all the flavors and aromas locked into your favorite red wine.

The lip of the narrow opening is thin, allowing you to fully immerse your taste buds in the flavor of reds. 

The overall design of Riedel wine glasses just seems to make wine taste better than any other glass!

Take a look here for more information on red wines!

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6. Best Stemless Glass: Harmony Wine Glasses By Rastal

Product Ratings

Affordability	4/5
Aesthetic	3.5/5
Durability	4.5/5
Usability	4/5
Purpose	4/5

Features: Multipurpose stemless glass | 414 ml | 7.9” x 7.28” x 4.41”

Harmony offers a choice of glassware. Choose from a set of red wine, water, or spirits glasses. We love these stemless glasses for family use.

Wondering why this is such a great universal wine glass?

Aesthetic

We love the practicality of these glasses. You get a set of 6 glasses, ideal for the whole family. 

While these glasses are not especially flashy, they make great everyday drinking vessels. You might not find these at your next wine tasting, but they are perfect for home use. 

There is a stemless wine glass option. These glasses feature clean, stark lines and make a great fit in traditional and modern kitchens.

We also noticed fewer pints and marks left by handling than some other stemless wine glasses.

Versatility

The wine glasses have a small mouth that tapers to a bulbous and oversized bowl.

This allows you to benefit from the full bouquet of your favorite wines, and it also helps you to aerate your wine, perfect if you don’t have a decanter or wine aerator on hand.

Despite being quite sturdy, we found this glass to feel quite light in hand and a breeze to hold. As with any good wine glass, this one is also dishwasher friendly!

This stemless wine glass is quite easy to use. 

We noted that stemless glasses might not be a great choice for chilled wines, but if that doesn’t matter to you, this is a great vessel for a combination of liquids.

Purpose

Although the wine glass option is best for reds, you can enjoy white wines in this glass.

As with all red wine, you should aerate it before serving to maximize the oxygen exposed to the wine.

If you don’t have that option, the design of the wide bowl of these glasses will offer you the next best thing and the ability to swirl your wine around. 

We loved the multipurpose feature of these glasses!

Looking for an aerator for your wine? Take a look at our list of best wine aerators.

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7. Best for Champagne: Riedel Vinum Cuvee Prestige Wine Glass

Product Ratings

Affordability	3.5/5
Aesthetic	4.5/5
Durability	4/5
Usability	4/5
purpose	4/5

Features: Champagne Glass | 414 ml | 7” x 2.7” x 8.7”  

If you’re a champagne lover, you’ll need the right glassware to bring out the very best in your bubbly.

Here’s why we decided to put this glass set on our list.

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Aesthetic

Whether you’re sipping from a champagne glass on a yacht, at a New Year’s Eve party, or on the couch, one of the best glasses to use comes from Riedel yet again! 

These glasses are classy with sleek stems, small bases, and a slender frame. This glass will fit any occasion!

Versatility

These glasses’ small frame and build make them great for carrying around easily. The stem is the perfect height allowing for a comfortable grip on the glass.

These glasses held up fairly well in the dishwasher.

Because they’re a bit pricey and the glasses are prone to break occasionally, we recommend handwashing.

Purpose

When you taste your champagne in these flutes, you’ll understand why buying varietal-specific stemware is well worth giving a try. 

Top the flutes up with your favorite champagne, and you’ll find both the texture and the trademark bouquet are intensified.

This glass works beautifully for sparkling wine, as well!

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8. Best for Budget Wine Glass: Libbey Vineyard Reserve Wine Glass Set

Product Ratings

Affordability	5/5
Aesthetic	3.5/5
Durability	4/5
Usability	3.5/5
Purpose	4/5

Features: Red and White Wine Glass | 510 ml | 2.5” x 15.9” x 10.25”  

As we push through with our search for the best wine glasses, we have a comprehensive set of 12 pieces of glassware from Libbey Vineyard, one of the more affordable options. 

Here’s how this wine glass secured its place in the Top 9 of our list!

Aesthetic

This set includes a dozen glasses with a beautiful, simple design that works well for all wines.

These glasses feature a simplistic design, perfect for sipping wine in front of the TV, yet classy enough that you won’t be embarrassed to use them for serving guests.

Versatility

We enjoyed the feasibility of using these glasses on a multitude of occasions. The set makes it easier to serve small crowds at gatherings or family events. 

Of course, this wouldn’t be such a great wine glass if it wasn’t dishwasher safe, so we were happy it survived countless washes!

Purpose

You get the best of both worlds here with 6 Merlot Bordeaux glasses for your red wine and 6 slightly smaller chardonnay Chablis glasses ideal for sipping white wine at its best.

We love that you can purchase this set for red wines or white wines, such as Sauternes or its substitutes.

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9. Best for Durable Wine Glass: Luigi Bormioli Atelier Wine Glass Set

Product Ratings

Affordability	4.5/5
Aesthetic	4/5
Durability	4/5
Usability	3.5/5
Purpose	4/5

Features: Pinot Noir Wine Glass | 596 ml | 6.6” x 12.99” x 8.86”  

If you’re a pinot noir lover and looking for some great wine glasses that will stand up to plenty of rough and tumble, look no further than Luigi Bormioli Atelier.

Read on to see how this wine glass set made the final spot of our Top Picks!

Aesthetic

This glass takes more of a geometric shape but looks classy and elegant. Pinot Noir in this glass would be enjoyable at charity events or family dinners! 

The look of this glass is simple in nature yet complex in design. We love the pulled stem as there are no issues with seams and forming lines!

Versatility

The rims are laser-cut, so you’ll get the best experience when drinking your wine. The stem is slim and comfortable to hold.

Although these glasses are quite durable, they are lightweight, and the glass feels luxurious.

NOTE: These glasses are dishwasher safe, but we recommend using extra care when loading them as we did have some instances of glasses breaking. 

These aren’t delicate glasses that’ll break at the slightest touch, so don’t fear. Just use caution, as you should with all crystal glasses.

Purpose

Made from machine-blown, lead-free crystal, you get the smooth and consistent finish you would expect. 

The glass has a narrow opening that leads to a wide bowl. This allows for the delicate aromas of the Pinot Noir to accumulate, enhancing your experience with the wine.

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Comparison Chart

Products	Best Overall	Runner up	Best for Variety of Wines	Best for White Wines	Best for Red Wines	Best Stemless Glass	Best for Champagne	Best Budget Wine Glass	Best Durable Wine Glass
Overall Rating	4.5/5	4.2/5	4.1/5	4.1/5	4.1/5	4/5	4/5	4/5	4/5
Affordability	4/5	4.5/5	3.5/5	4.5/5	4.5/5	4/5	3.5/5	5/5	4.5/5
Aesthetic	5/5	4.5/5	5/5	4/5	4.5/5	3.5/5	4.5/5	3.5/5	4/5
Durability	4/5	4/5	3.5/5	4/5	4/5	5/5	4/5	4/5	4/5
Usability	5/5	4/5	4.5/5	4/5	3.5/5	4/5	4/5	3.5/5	3.5/5
Purpose	4.5/5	4/5	4/5	4/5	4/5	4/5	4/5	4/5	4/5

The Winner

After all testing and consideration, we knew Schott Zwiesel Wine Glasses were the best choice in the end. Coming from a reputable company with an impeccable brand heritage, these glasses passed the test with flying colors. 

The shape of the bowl helps enhance the accumulation of aromas and directs them to the nose through a narrow opening. 

The precise design of the glass makes it ideal for red wines, yet it does great with whites as well. The glasses are mostly durable and did fine in the dishwasher.

Finally, given their qualities, we think the price they’re asking is fair.

If you’re still not convinced about the importance of wine glass shape, take a look at this post from Forbes! 

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Why Should You Choose the Right Wine Glass?

As you may know, wine isn’t simply meant to be consumed carelessly without thought. It should be enjoyed thoroughly, through many senses. 

Consider what you can see, the color, the shade, the opacity. Use your sense of smell to engulf yourself in the aroma of the wine.

When drinking, ponder how the wine feels in your mouth, the texture as it rolls back on your tongue, and the flavors hit you. 

To get the full experience of the flavor profile wine offers, you must use the right vessel for it.

Red wine glasses often have wide openings allowing you to fully experience the aroma of the wine and create a smoother finish. 

In comparison, white wine glasses have a smaller opening that preserves the floral aroma of the wine. 

Flute glasses, primarily for champagne, are designed so that the bubbles float up the glass to the surface of the liquid, giving you a more bubbly experience!

The type and shape of glass you choose will ultimately affect the whole experience with your drink of choice. So, you must choose the best one!

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Honorable Mentions

Here’s a brief look at the 6 options that didn’t make our list of best wine glasses!

1. Ravenscroft Blind Black Tasting Glass – Considered for Blind Wine Tasting

This wine glass set is great for wine novices and wine connoisseurs alike! If you’re looking to test your knowledge of wine this glass is perfect.

The glass is pitch black, masking the color of the wine in it. This glass is fun for parties or tasting events. 

Although there isn’t another glass like this on our list, we decided Zalto Denk’Art Hand-Blown Wine Glasses were a better choice for those familiarizing themselves with wine.

New to a wine tasting? Not sure if you’re doing it right? Take a look here to learn more about wine tasting!

Check out our guide on different types of red wine to learn a little more about the wine you’re enjoying!

2. Riedel Vinum Cabernet Set – Considered for Best Large Wine Glass

This is an oversized red wine glass. Standing at 9.6” tall, the capacity of this glass is a whopping 965 ml, which is more than twice the size of many of the glasses on our best wine glass list! 

However, the size and shape of these glasses do cause concern for storage, holding, and loading in the dishwasher.

Therefore, we went with Riedel Veritas Chardonnay Glasses, which holds 650 ml, making it a little more practical.

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3. Gabriel Glas Wine Glasses – Considered for Best Small Wine Glass

This is the first of a pair of entries from Gabriel Glas with a set of 6 universal wine glasses.

The quality you’ll get with these glasses doesn’t come without a price; this is some high-end glassware. 

We realize that some may not want or be able to spend as much on wine glasses.

We put Libbey Vineyard Reserve Wine Glass Set in our Top Picks instead as a more budget-friendly universal glass option.

4. Bormioli Rocco Wine Glasses – Considered for Budget Red Wine Glass

Bormio Rocco serves up some superb glasses ideal for red wine lovers.

The laser-cut glass features very thin rims, ideal for sipping your red wine without feeling like you have a mouth filled with glass. 

These glasses were well within budget, but they break easily so we felt it was worth it to dish out a few more dollars for Riedel Ouverture Red Wine Glasses for more durability.

We just wish Bormioli offered a stronger material.

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5. Bormioli Rocco White Wine Glasses – Considered for Budget White Wine Glass

Coming from Bormioli Rocco again, is another great choice for white wines.

They are a bit more expensive than the previously mentioned red wine glasses, but still a worthy buy. 

In lieu of this product, we placed Spiegelau White Wine Glasses in our Top Picks list due to quality control issues reported upon delivery of Bormioli Rocco glasses.  

6. Gabriel Glas Wine Glasses – Considered for Best Durable Wine Glass

Do you exclusively drink red wine, or do you want a dedicated set of red wine glasses to complement your white wine glassware?

The Gold Edition Gabriel Glas glasses are mouth-blown, lightweight, rugged, and dishwasher safe.

This is Gabriel Glas, so the price tag is hefty, but this glass is worth the purchase if you’re up for it.

If not, you can always count on Riedel Ouverture Red Wine Glasses to fill all your red wine drinking needs!

Final Thoughts

White wine should be consumed from glasses with tall stems and a narrow bowl. If you drink mainly red wine, you should look for wine glasses with much wider bowls.  

Crystal glasses are more delicate but are of great quality, and lead-free is always better.

We reviewed a multipurpose or universal glass for wine lovers who enjoy both red and white wine that allows you to drink all types of wine without compromise. We shared some excellent red wine glasses and a white wine glass or two.

We also included glasses at various price points, as we understand everyone has different needs and priorities with wine glasses. Whether you like white wines, red wines, spirits, sparkling wines, or water, we found some great options.