Available in various colors and patterns, BrüMate’s XL wine tumbler features the brand's BevGuard technology, which keeps your wine (or other chilled drink) ice-cold without imparting any metallic flavor to it. Stemless drinkware and outdoor sipping go hand-in-hand-particularly when the material of the vessel is durable and insulating. While the product claimed to be dishwasher safe, we opted to handwash these glasses. While the glass felt slightly heavier on the lips than the Riedel glass, it was by no means unpleasant.Īlthough the glass was more narrow than some of the other models, it was still easy to clean. Similar to the Nude stemless glass (and like most stemmed wineglasses), the opening to this glass is drastically more narrow than the widest part of the bowl, which allows for the transfer and retention of aromas, with no dissipation. Our tester loved the shape and design of the glass, finding it simple yet chic-more triangular and cone-like than your average rounder bowl. The glass was easy to hold and swirl and was also light in the hand. Our at-home tester noted that the Stölzle Lausitz stemless glass was much thinner than other options (Riedel or Nude) but looked and felt ultra sleek.

Think of these as an almost universal glass, and round out your collection with a few varietal-specific styles to cover all bases. While their clean lines might look simple to the untrained eye, the elegantly sloped walls are ideal for aromatic expression, making these stemless glasses excellent for many different wines (including fuller-bodied reds). The product claims to be dishwasher safe, though we would not recommend putting crystal in the dishwasher.Ĭalling all minimalist white, rosé and sparkling wine lovers: these architectural crystal glasses by Stölzle Lausitz have won multiple design awards for a reason. It did require the user to be careful, though the glass seemed durable enough to handle minor dings in the sink. The glass was very easy to clean in our tests. Overall, the drinking experience was quite elevated. The glass rested lightly on the lips and allowed the wine to glide gracefully from glass to mouth. Similar to its dimensions, we also found during testing that the lip of the Riedel O Cabernet/Merlot Tumbler was also ideal. The product was easy to swirl and felt light in the hand. Our at-home tester found the Riedel O Tumbler to be the perfect size and weight for a stemless wine glass. I personally love sticking them in the freezer wrapped with a wet paper towel for 30 minutes before using-then you can really enjoy the perfect glass of chilled wine on a hot summer night.' These glasses often come in a value set (which is never a bad thing) and though they’re pure crystal, the glasses are completely dishwasher safe (also never a bad thing). 'This set is crystal and keeps cool for a while. 'I love Riedel stemless wine glasses because they never knock over or break unexpectedly and are easy to cup in your hand,' says Bors.

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It was clearly the best quality for the price, and elegant to boot! Some of the attributes in which we rated each item include design, durability, the quality of materials, the effectiveness to keep drinks hot or cold, and the overall value.Īfter extensive testing, and thanks to its ideal proportion, its swirl-ability, and lightness in hand, the cult favorite Riedel O Wine Tumbler was our top choice. We've carefully home-tested the top brands and have selected our favorites. “I have the pleasure of working and chatting with dozens of winemakers a day, so I always get to pick their brains with questions like these.” She elaborates, “The best advice I’ve received is to drink wine in a way that makes the wine most enjoyable for you-that could mean a fine Riedel, a stemless glass, a vintage coupe or a tumbler you have nearby.”īecause there are so many options to choose from, we're here to help break down the best wine tumblers available, from super-insulating options made for the outdoors to extra large sizes. Many experts agree, including Christy Bors, head of brand at. In certain situations (think opening a special vintage), this rule of thumb should be honored, but ultimately, your personal preferences matter the most. Wine professionals will often say that holding a glass by its stem is typically ideal, as it keeps your wine’s temperature by avoiding heat transfer from your hand to the bowl of the glass.