Riedel Performance Tasting Set

The optic impact creates a textured surface inside the glass that increases the inner surface area. This allows the wine to open up more effectively, enhancing the aromatics and bouquet before you even take a sip.

Yes, these glasses are dishwasher safe. Because they are made from premium machine-made crystal, they are durable enough for regular dishwasher cycles, though we recommend using a gentle cycle and ensuring they are spaced properly to avoid breakage.

Riedel designs their glasses to be grape-varietal specific. Each shape is engineered to direct the flow of wine to specific areas of your palate, highlighting the unique characteristics, acidity, and fruit profiles of different wine styles.

A laser-cut rim is significantly thinner and smoother than a rolled rim. This creates a seamless transition from the glass to your mouth, allowing the wine to flow onto your palate without obstruction, which improves the overall mouthfeel.

No, these glasses are crafted from high-quality crystal glass, which traditionally contains lead to achieve its signature clarity and brilliance. If you are specifically looking for lead-free options, you may want to look for glassware labeled as 'lead-free crystal' or soda-lime glass.

Each glass in this set has a capacity of 8 ounces. This size is specifically calibrated to allow enough headspace for the wine to breathe and for the aromas to concentrate within the bowl.