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post #1 of 17
11/23/07 at 11:39pm
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I'm in the market for some new flutes (for home use). What do you guys currently use? Contemplating on a set of Riedel, only because it's readily available here in this part of the world. There are more expensive ones, but $$$ doesn't always equate quality, and I profess very slim knowledge in this area. What's above Riedel?
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post #2 of 17
11/23/07 at 11:49pm
The best glass I've tried is the Les Impitoyables #4.
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post #3 of 17
11/24/07 at 12:07am
Go to Bed Bath and Beyond and get the generic 4 pack for about $25.00........save the cash for the good bubbly. Unless you are a true aficionado, you won't know the difference with the glass. And when they break, you won't really care.
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post #4 of 17
11/24/07 at 11:51am
I am currently using the "Float" series by Molo -- probably my favorite line of glassware of all time. I like how the champagne flutes are stemless but still very slim and elegant:

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post #5 of 17
11/24/07 at 4:24pm
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Originally Posted by spertia View Post
I am currently using the "Float" series by Molo -- probably my favorite line of glassware of all time. I like how the champagne flutes are stemless but still very slim and elegant:



Those are awsome. I'd definately get those . . . if only champagne was worth drinking in the first place.
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post #6 of 17
11/24/07 at 7:26pm
The only thing above Riedel is Riedel Sommeliers. I use Riedel Vinums for myself, and the cheaper (but still lovely) line they sell at Target for company. ~ Huntsman
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post #7 of 17
11/25/07 at 12:27pm
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I am currently using the "Float" series by Molo -- probably my favorite line of glassware of all time. I like how the champagne flutes are stemless but still very slim and elegant:


These are very cool, though I don't know if they serve their purpose well.

I think I'll stick with the Vinum, until I can find the Sommelier line here.
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post #8 of 17
11/25/07 at 12:52pm
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The only thing above Riedel is Riedel Sommeliers. I use Riedel Vinums for myself, and the cheaper (but still lovely) line they sell at Target for company. ~ Huntsman
Lobmeyr is a lot nicer than both, at least in terms of craftsmanship and design. I have no idea of which makes wine taste better. I am not quite that evolved.
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post #9 of 17
11/25/07 at 2:40pm
I firmly believe that every glass I buy will one day break, if it is used for its actual purpose. So I do not over-invest in stem ware. Riedel Vinum can be had for $20 or less per glass. IMO, that is plenty to spend on something that is eventually going to break. Besides, IMO, I would rather drink my pinot from a $3 burgundy glass than a $100 flute. It's more important to have the correctly shaped glass to enjoy the taste of any given varietal than a trendy brand name.
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post #10 of 17
11/25/07 at 7:13pm
The Iittala Kolibri should be winging its way to me from Finland:

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post #11 of 17
11/25/07 at 9:08pm
www.vinetpassion.com

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post #12 of 17
11/27/07 at 8:21pm
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I am currently using the "Float" series by Molo -- probably my favorite line of glassware of all time. I like how the champagne flutes are stemless but still very slim and elegant:


I also like this series. Most people either love it or hate it.
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post #13 of 17
11/27/07 at 9:33pm
Riedel vinum (the tulip-shaped Vintage Champagne) for not-so-serious use. They do an excellent job of making Champagne taste and smell like wine.

Sommeliers are lighter, and balance better in the hand. They are also more fragile.
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post #14 of 17
11/27/07 at 10:51pm
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I firmly believe that every glass I buy will one day break, if it is used for its actual purpose. So I do not over-invest in stem ware. Riedel Vinum can be had for $20 or less per glass. IMO, that is plenty to spend on something that is eventually going to break. Besides, IMO, I would rather drink my pinot from a $3 burgundy glass than a $100 flute. It's more important to have the correctly shaped glass to enjoy the taste of any given varietal than a trendy brand name.
+1 and very good advice.

We use some cut glass champagne classes that are quite durable and can go in the dishwasher. Considering we take them out only a few times a year they are perfect...and the bubble tastes great

In general, there is some benefit in stemware from an established brand...so you can always buy replacement pieces that match. But they will break...

We have a lot of Spiegelau which I've found to be a good value.

-spence
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post #15 of 17
12/4/07 at 3:53pm
Did all of you fail Champagne 101? Proper champagne glasses must be tulip shaped at the top, unlike the pictures that have been posted so far.
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