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Brand: Riedel
Category: Kitchen

List Price: ~~$120.00~~
Buy New: $111.20
You Save: $8.80 (7%)

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

7 reviews
Sales Rank: 118029

Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 15 x 15 x 15

MPN: 444/0
Model: 444/0
EAN: 9006206510757
ASIN: B00005NJEU

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:

•	Four large, dramatically shaped glasses ideal for certain red wines
•	For Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Bordeaux wines like Cabernet Franc
•	Diamond-shaped bowls intensify bouquet, enhance wines' silky texture
•	Machine-blown of 24 percent lead crystal; 9-3/4 inches high, hold 30-3/8 ounces
•	Made in Europe by world-renowned wine-glass maker

Riedel Vinum Extreme Crystal Collection:

•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Chardonnay Wine Glass, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Prosecco Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Bordeaux/Cabernet Wine Glass, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Sauvignon Blanc Wine Glass, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme 4-Piece Wine Tasting Set
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Icewine, set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Cabernet Decanter Gift Set
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Martini Cocktail Glasses, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Cabernet/Bordeaux Stemware, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme 35-1/4-Ounce Decanter
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Cabernet/Chardonnay Entertainment Set with Decanter, Service for 4
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Prosecco Glasses, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Champagne Glass, Set of 6
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Syrah Glass, Set of 4
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Cabernet/Merlot Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Sauvignon Blanc Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Pinot Noir Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Chardonnay Glasses, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Champagne Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Cocktail/Martini Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Syrah Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Icewine/Dessert Wine Glass, Set of 2
•	Riedel Vinum Extreme Pinot Noir/Burgundy Wine Glass, Set of 4

Accessories:

•	That Wine Is Mine Vineyard Wine Glass Charms, Set of 6

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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Review
Made in Europe by the world's most renowned wine-glass maker Riedel Crystal, founded in 1756, the four large glasses in this set are ideal for Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and full-bodied red Bordeaux wines like Cabernet Franc. The glasses are from Riedel's Vinum Extreme series, which are distinguished by their bowls' dramatically flared diamond shape. The glasses provide an exceptionally wide evaporation surface, thereby intensifying wines' bouquet and silky texture. The glasses are machine-blown of 24 percent lead crystal and conform to Riedel's exacting standards: colorless, transparent, and thin-walled, with lips cut and polished so wine flows smoothly onto the tongue. These glasses are 9-3/4 inches high and hold 30-3/8 ounces.

Though glasses shaped and sized for different types of wine seem commonplace today, when Riedel introduced this idea in 1961 it was revolutionary. Since then Riedel has continued fine-tuning glasses to bring out the best characteristics in wines and spirits. Varying bowls' shapes and sizes affects the position of the head when sipping and where wine first contacts the tongue's various taste zones. Riedel crystal is used by fine restaurants all over the world and thus must stand up to frequent trips through a dishwasher. But because lead crystal has a soft, coarse surface to convey intense aromas, Riedel recommends the glasses be hand washed. --Fred Brack

Product Description
Riedel's Extreme Series was designed specially for today's New World Wines. The diamond-shaped bowls create a greater evaporation surface to balance and enhance the flavor of the New World wines from Australia, New Zealand and California. The long, slender stems also add a touch of extreme elegance to your dining table. Machine-blown 24% lead crystal. 9 3/4"H, 30 3/8 oz. Set of 4.Recommended for: Bordeaux, Cabernet, Merlot.

Customer Reviews: Read 2 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars

Hubby loves 'em! January 9, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful

My husband was truly pleased and surprised with these glasses as a gift. He is enjoying them immensely.

5 out of 5 stars

It DOES make a difference December 3, 2004
4 out of 5 found this review helpful

I am not a crazy "wine nut" but bought these glasses because when I do drink wine I figure I may as well have the best experience possible.

Generally, at home, I drink red wines in the $15-$50 range. I just got these new glasses after not having true red wine glasses and poured myself a glass of the very mediocre Columbia Crest "Grand Estates" Columbia Valley Merlot 2000, which was left over from a party. I have never enjoyed this wine. However, in this glass it was a much different experience. It smelled and tasted much better. Suddenly, it wasn't that annoying wine that I didn't like before.

Now, mind you, the wine didn't turn into something it wasn't, and it still wasn't spectacular by any stretch, but it WAS DEFINITELY BETTER...MUCH BETTER than it had been in traditional wine glasses.

Since then, I would have to say that these glasses enhance fine wines to a significant extent. If you're going to spend a lot on wine, might as well not prevent it from being the best it can be.

I would highly recommend these glasses even for moderately interested red wine drinkers. They are worth it.

The shipping from Amazon was great, double boxed/wrapped, the glasses perfect.

After months of use I would say that these are, despite how thin the glass is, very durable with proper care.

NOTE: these ARE too big to be washed in most dishwashers normally. I just lay them down at an angle on the upper rack and it works. Just be prepared to baby these glasses. Based on my experience, I want to, and it's worth it!!!!

Happy drinking!!

5 out of 5 stars

This is my favorite glass ever November 16, 2004
5 out of 6 found this review helpful

I love wine. Riedel glasses really do make wine taste better.

My wife and I registered for a lot of Riedel stemware when we got married. For a while, I would play a game where I had guests try the same wine from all the different glasses. Everyone I did this with was amazed at the difference they made.

Of the glasses, the Extreme Bordeax glasses are some of my favorites both asthetically and functionally.

5 out of 5 stars

Beth San Diego March 14, 2003
18 out of 21 found this review helpful

What a value!! I collect all manner of beautiful crystal stemware. On more or less a whim, I purchased the Riedel Vinum Extreme. I heard that Robert Mondavi is quoted as saying "I never knew my wines tasted so good!" so my boyfriend and I decided to have some fun and try a blind tasting. We pitted my gorgeous and hideously expensive hand cut crystal against the Riedel. We were truly astounded. No kidding, you start tasting the wine before it hits your lips. The shape of the bowl funnels the aroma of the wine up and out of the glass and the vapors start flowing into your nose before the glass even touches your tongue (be sure not to fill these LARGE glasses full; it will spoil the effect and you'll soon get so drunk from sheer volume that none of your senses will be working!) With my other crystal, we could barely smell the wine at all. We weren't tasting a fine wine, either. Rather we were drinking a Charles Shaw Cab, aka "Two-Buck Chuck" that we'd gotten on sale from Trader Joe's. The Riedel brought out the best in even a very inexpensive wine. Now I am buying more glasses--for myself and for friends. We bought a few more cases of "Two-Buck Chuck" too. I wouldn't bother with the cheaper "everyday" Riedel's. These glasses make a $5 red taste more like a $10-$12 red, so it's great to have a good tasting wine for dinner every night without emptying our wallets. These glasses paid for themselves after a few bottles of wine! We are planning a trip to Paris, and I am bringing a set of these glasses for our host, along with a good CA wine. We're going to have a little taste test for fun! Good Riedel's are a must-have for anyone concerned about tasting wine and a wonderful housewarming or hostess present!!!! Have fun and enjoy the great taste of wine.

1 out of 5 stars

Get the real thing January 30, 2003
3 out of 75 found this review helpful

If you want some real hand made crystal glass.don't buy these Machine made, try the best crysatl item are from Belgium , CRYSTAL Val Saint Lambert.

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