Wine Glass Large

A large wine glass is built around one idea: give the wine room to breathe. A wide bowl exposes more surface to air, which opens up aromas, and a generous capacity lets you pour a standard serving to well below the widest point of the bowl. That leaves space to swirl without spilling. Glasses in this size class are usually chosen for full-bodied reds such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah or Malbec, where the extra air contact softens firm tannins and brings out darker fruit and spice. The same shape works for fuller whites like oaked Chardonnay, and for lighter reds if you prefer a bigger bowl. For crisp, delicate whites, sparkling wine and aromatic styles served very cold, a narrower glass holds temperature and bubbles better. Fill a large glass only about one-third full so the aromas gather above the surface instead of escaping. Capacity, material, stem style and dishwasher suitability aren't listed for this Esplanda glass, so check the packaging for those. If it has a thin rim, as many glasses of this type do, hand washing in warm water and drying with a lint-free cloth is the safest way to avoid chips and water spots. Hold it by the stem to keep warm fingers off the bowl, which matters when you're pouring a red at cellar temperature or a white straight from the fridge.