Wine Glass Wide

The Esplanda Wide wine glass is built around a broad bowl, a shape that suits wines that benefit from air. Specific dimensions, capacity and material aren't listed here, so check the product specifications for those before choosing a glass for a particular wine. A wide bowl gives the wine a large surface area. More of the wine meets the air, which tends to soften youthful tannins and open up aromas in fuller reds such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah/Shiraz, Malbec, Merlot and Nebbiolo. The same width suits Pinot Noir and other aromatic reds, where the bowl collects delicate fruit and floral notes and carries them toward the nose. Rich, oak-influenced whites like barrel-fermented Chardonnay also tend to do well in a broader glass. Crisp, high-acid whites and sparkling wines are usually better in a narrower glass, which keeps them cooler and keeps their aromas focused. For the best result, pour modestly, usually to the widest point of the bowl or a little below. That leaves room to swirl and to gather the aromas in the upper part of the glass. Hold it by the stem, or by the base if it has no stem, so your hand doesn't warm the wine. Reds are typically served slightly below room temperature, around 15–18°C, and a glass this size will show a wine that has had a few minutes to open. For cleaning, hand washing in warm water and air drying or polishing with a lint-free cloth is the usual way to keep wine glasses clear. Check the product packaging for any dishwasher guidance.