Monday, July 12, 2010

Lenox Tuscany Classics Grand Beaujolais, Set of 4 Top Quality


I have been looking for some decent sized crystal balloons for quite some time now and originally saw these Lenox Tuscany Classics Grand Beaujolais at Macy's, but couldn't decide between them and the regular sized balloons from the same line. I went back to Macy's and compared the two glasses side by side and decided on the Grand Beaujolais. The standard balloons are smaller than I anticipated.

After returning from Macy's (they were asking the retail price), I found and ordered these glasses from Amazon. I must say however, that after reading some older reviews I was frightened that the glasses would arrive broken. I have to commend Amazon for a timely shipment. They also seem to have addressed the broken glass issue. My glasses were completely wrapped in bubble wrap and in the original box. Not one was broken.

Someone in a previous review mentioned that they had both these glasses and the regular sized balloons and that they preferred the Grand Beaujolais glasses. I have to agree. The wine seems to breathe better, swirling is easier and the fingers of the wine are much more visible. Beautiful glasses, just beautiful!

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Sunday, July 11, 2010

Flirt Wine Glass This instant


Bought as gift. Was here quickly and in perfect condition. Was a big hit!Get more detail about Flirt Wine Glass.

Lenox "Tuscany Harvest" Red Wine, Set of 4 Immediately


I love these glasses. I never thought I'd like stemless wine glasses, but these are classy and add color to the table. However, I made the mistake of putting them in the dishwasher, and now they are discolored. There are what looks like water spots on them, but they don't come off. Be sure to hand wash these glasses if you get them.Get more detail about Lenox "Tuscany Harvest" Red Wine, Set of 4.

Bormioli Rocco Nadia White Wine Glass, Set of 4 Best Quality


This ENTIRE BRAND of glasses feel VERY VERY cheap. I'm not a 'wine snob', just ur average wine drinker. They were thick, and plastic!!!! Not glass; very disappointing...I also bought another set in this brand for a birthday gift around the same time, and this was very embarrassing....would suggest not to buyGet more detail about Bormioli Rocco Nadia White Wine Glass, Set of 4.

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Riedel Vinum Port Glasses, Set of 6 Get it now!


Oh boy, you guys are hilarious. I didn't even notice the logo on the bottom of the glass until I read your 'complaints' about it. . These glasses are great for the ports for which they are designed, other sweet wines, and the occasional spirit as well. I broke one just cleaning with a cloth, though, so only 4 stars.Get more detail about Riedel Vinum Port Glasses, Set of 6.

Danesco Stainless Steel Wine Glass Buy Now


Haven't tried them yet, but they look great and sturdy. I'm ordering 4 more as a gift!Get more detail about Danesco Stainless Steel Wine Glass.

Friday, July 9, 2010

Riedel Wine Series Champagne Glasses, Set of 4 Decide Now


I got these because they matched the rest of the Riedel Wine series glasses that I own, but am not overly expressed with the look. In my mind, Champagne glasses should be elegant, light glasses which serve to lift the experience of drinking the wine. These are very large, straight glasses which do not excite me in any way. As another reviewer noted, these are big, about as tall as my red wine glasses, which have a huge bowl, yet the bowl on these is straight and uninspired. It looks like they took a stem, created a curve on the bottom of the bowl, then just left the rest of the bowl unfinished. A gradual curve narrowing towards the rim would have given the glass some shape and elegance, something these desperately need. This is one where Riedel glassmaking does not live up to its name in my opinion.Get more detail about Riedel Wine Series Champagne Glasses, Set of 4.

Luigi Bormioli Atelier 23-1/4-ounce Cabernet/Merlot Tumbler, Set of 4 Right now


These glasses add to the pleasure of drinking wine! I am ordering another set, because no one wants to use the old type of glasses when they visit us-they all jockey for these. Elegant, and very cool.Get more detail about Luigi Bormioli Atelier 23-1/4-ounce Cabernet/Merlot Tumbler, Set of 4.

Lowest Price Lenox Floating Hearts Flute Pair


gave this item as a wedding gift and the glass separated from the holder and broke.Get more detail about Lenox Floating Hearts Flute Pair.

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Low Price Mikasa Olympus Wine


I looked for this product all over the net/retail. Barron's had the best price, in spite of the charges for shipping.Get more detail about Mikasa Olympus Wine.

Save Eisch Superior Breathable Red Wine, 1 Glass in Gift Tube


So everyone knows that is interested in these glasses.....they (bordeaux and burgundy) are at Bed Bath and Beyond for $34.99 and then you can use the 20% off coupon.Get more detail about Eisch Superior Breathable Red Wine, 1 Glass in Gift Tube.

Discount Riedel O For Two Tasting Set


As with all Riedel glasses, these look gorgeous. The lead-free crystal and the thinness of the glass give the set a really classy and elegant appearance.

My only reservation is that the glasses are just a tiny bit too big for sake, and the carafe is rather small. The carafe - even when full to the top - does not hold enough sake for refilling both glasses. And the best sake glasses I've been served in at restaurants have all been significantly smaller. If the glasses had been a little smaller and the carafe significantly larger (say about 50% bigger), I would have happily given this set a fifth star.

Still, I'm pleased with the purchase and expect to get a lot of use from this set.Get more detail about Riedel O For Two Tasting Set.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Cheapest Artland Midnight Black Stemless Tall, Set of 4


These glasses are what's modern and chic. Love them and so do all my guest.Get more detail about Artland Midnight Black Stemless Tall, Set of 4.

Cheap Swarovski "Crystalline" Toasting Flutes, Pair


There is a Swarovski Store in the mall by my house, and i saw these over the weekend. They are the most beautiful wedding flutes i have ever seen. I wish i could have these for my wedding !!!!!!!!Get more detail about Swarovski "Crystalline" Toasting Flutes, Pair.

Buying Tritan Diva Chardonnay / White Burgundy Wine Glasses (Set of 6


I am a serious wine collector and have owned several sets of crystal stemware over the last 25 years. I was drawn to the Schott Z. products because they are very attractive and I was interested in the break resistent advantage.

I bought this set of 6 Pinot glasses and now 16 months later, there are just two left. These, however, faired better than the Bordeaux glasses; all 6 of them shattered. Not a single one ever hit the floor, nor did even one get toppled over. They (10 of my 12) met far gentler, but very premature, ends

My first two broke in my dishwasher - nothing ever broke in that ASKO dishwasher before. Well, at least they were together when they died - although that's not much consolation for the $30 I had invested in that pair.

So, I thought that I had no option but to wash them by hand - just as I have always done with crystal stem ware. That claimed the next 8 glasses. By now I suspect that you might formulate a mental image of me as some ham-fisted spastic who was simply too rough with them. There has not been much over the years to suggest that it is so, but perhaps it could be argued.

Also, I did not break all 8 though myself, my wife shattered a couple, our adult son, and a couple of friend all had the same experience. While rinsing them out with our bare hands under running water - they simply imploded. I am grateful that no one was hurt. Even after we were all aware that glasses had shattered in the hands of the individual who was washing them at the time, none the less, they kept shattering. Maybe one or two, but when everyone was aware and being especially cautious, they kept on breaking.

I still have complete sets of R***el crystal stem ware from up to 25 years ago. Nome of them ever shattered in my hand. I even use my dishwasher to clean their "O" stemless wine glasses without a single casualty. The only ones that broke, did so by hitting the cruel floor or being back-handed and toppling over.

Schott will be gone. They deserve to be. Do yourself a favor. Select some other stemware.Get more detail about Tritan Diva Chardonnay / White Burgundy Wine Glasses (Set of 6.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Buy Lenox Opal Innocence Flute Pair


From the picture online, the stem and base of the flutes appeared white with silver accents, however, they are actually all silver with the raised designs in stem having a brushed silver effect. Although they looked different from the picture I had imagined, they are very beautiful and I could not be more pleased with them. They are extremely elegant and exactly what I needed for my wedding. I'd recommend Lenox for any elegant piece of dinnerware or stemware. Great product!Get more detail about Lenox Opal Innocence Flute Pair.

Purchase Acrylic Embossed Grape Champagne Flute 6 Oz - Set of 4


I have one set of these for enjoying bubbly outdoors in the summer. I love them and get lots of compliments on them. They are priced great! You get a set of 4 and they are less than $3.50 each so you dont have to worry if they do get lost or broken. My only issue is that a few of mine did get small hairline cracks in them even though I never put them in the dishwasher. I have the wine glasses and goblets by the same company and that never happened so I am ordering another set of these for this summer and will try again. Really a good purchase!Get more detail about Acrylic Embossed Grape Champagne Flute 6 Oz - Set of 4.

Order Riedel Vitis Tasting Set, Gift Boxed


The Vitis series is the most modern looking of Riedel's varietal-specific, shaped wine glasses. Depending on your taste, this can be good or bad. They are certainly elegant and stylish, but they are also huge. If you're only used to "normal" store-bought (or wedding-gifted) glasses, these will likely surprise you coming out of the box. Once you get used to them, those other glasses will seem insignificant. Looks aside, the big question is: do they affect the taste? If you're a wine connoisseur, you'll likely notice some difference. If not, well, you probably won't. However, you still can impress your friends with the great looks, but to actually use them with those friends, you'll need to buy more than one of these boxes. Keep in mind that the set comes with only one of each glass, so to even share with your significant other, you'll have to pony up for a second box (of glasses; not wine!). If you are one of those wine connoisseurs, you'll want to keep in mind that Riedel offers only six styles of the Vitis series for wines (three reds, two whites, and champagne), plus one for martinis. Their other series have many more to choose from.Get more detail about Riedel Vitis Tasting Set, Gift Boxed.

Monday, July 5, 2010

Where To Buy Orrefors Intermezzo Blue White Wine Glass


We bought four of these in Copenhagen (I know they're Swedish, but they were still gorgeous). I broke one recently and decided to replace it. The one I bought was in every respect identical to the remaining three except the blue blob is much larger in the replacement. I'm not sure what that means, and nobody will notice, probably. I'm assuming these are authentic replacements and not counterfeit, but the tiny, but noticeable difference is interesting.Get more detail about Orrefors Intermezzo Blue White Wine Glass.

Libbey Catawba Flute, Set of 4


Have had these glasses for many years, as well as other sizes in the set. Use them several times a week, wash them in the dishwasher, have taken them on picnics, camping, in the back yard... They hold up really well, look and feel nice, hardly ever break (only 2 chipped, out of 24, in over ten years), nice size, would be lost without them. Made in America. No swirls, bubbles or flaws. Fairly inexpensive, too. Amazon did a swell job of packing and shipping these recently. Love them! Bet you will, too!Get more detail about Libbey Catawba Flute, Set of 4.

Sunday, July 4, 2010

Marquis by Waterford Yours Truly Flute Pair Review


These waterford glasses were absolutly beautiful! When I recieved them, I couldn't believe what I was seeing. They arrived in a very nice pink box that was padded beyond belief. Exqusit beauty is all I can say. You will be more impressed with them when you see them in person!Get more detail about Marquis by Waterford Yours Truly Flute Pair.

Luigi Bormioli Parma 9-ounce Wine, Set of 4 Top Quality


Luigi Bormiloi makes has several different lines of wine glasses. This style is called Parma. It would have been helpful to have this listed in the product description.Get more detail about Luigi Bormioli Parma 9-ounce Wine, Set of 4.

Waterford Crystal Love and Romance Red Flute Pair This instant


I ordered this based on the photo, but the glasses I received are actually red (or "crimson"). That's not what I wanted. Also, these are not made in Ireland, they are made in Poland. If you want the red flutes, then this is fine, but if you are looking for what shown in the photo, don't order these.Get more detail about Waterford Crystal Love and Romance Red Flute Pair.

Saturday, July 3, 2010

Signature Black Red Wine Set/4 Immediately


These glasses are fantastic! Elegant and functional. Very well priced also. My only complaint (hence 4 stars) is that Target does not seem to be able to package them properly. They just throw a box into another shipping box so I had 2 out of 8 broken on arrival. However, Target sent me a replacement immediately, so everything was resolved.Get more detail about Signature Black Red Wine Set/4.

Metrokane Rabbit Chablis/Chardonnay Wine Glasses, Set of 2 Best Quality


These are good glasses for the money, but Amazon lists them as $80 retail when in fact the box they come in (from Rabbit Metrokane) lists the retail price as $20 for two.Get more detail about Metrokane Rabbit Chablis/Chardonnay Wine Glasses, Set of 2.

Luigi Bormioli Esperienze Pinot Grigio/Chardonnay Stemware Set of 4 Get it now!


I have several sizes/styles of Luigi Bormioli Esperienze glasses in my wine cabinet along with much more expensive Reidel glasses. Fact is that, for most wines, the lower priced (and more artictic) Bormioli glasses work better. This has been true for my reds, whites and ports. An added benefit is that they also seem to be more durable -- haven't broken one yet, whereas the Reidel seem to break if you even look at them wrong.
Highly recommend these glassses!Get more detail about Luigi Bormioli Esperienze Pinot Grigio/Chardonnay Stemware Set of 4.

Friday, July 2, 2010

Riedel Sommeliers Cabernet/Merlot/Bordeaux Wine Glass (1 Buy Now


I have had my Somelier glasses for well over 10 years now, actually brought them with me from Austria when I moved in 97, and I agree that they make a difference. I cannot truly enjoy wine from a cheap glass anymore. Even the less expensive Vinum series by Riedel, which is machine blown, does not get close to the experience of the Somelier glass.
They are very delicate and fragile, which is the only caveat that I have. Drying one off with a kitchen towel has do be done very carefully - always hold it by the glass bowl, never by the stem. They break easily, and replacing one does cut a hole in the average household budget.Get more detail about Riedel Sommeliers Cabernet/Merlot/Bordeaux Wine Glass (1.

Waterford Mondavi Bordeaux Pair Order Now


I recently purchased the Robert Mondavi for Waterford Bordeaux set after eyeing them at Macy's for a while now - and I'm very glad I did! True to the description, the bowl of each glass is certainly GENEROUS in size to allow more air in. The crystal is very clear and the thinness is an indication that these are better quality wine glasses - comparable to the Riedel vinum glasses and less expensive! You will definitely need to handwash these, no dishwashers. Great for Bordeaux lovers, adds a touch of beauty to the table!Get more detail about Waterford Mondavi Bordeaux Pair.

Waterford Crystal Lismore Goblet Decide Now


Arrived well packaged in excellent condition. Brand new. My crystal set was a wedding present, and one goblet got chipped recently, so I was thrilled to find that the original design was still available through Amazon and I could find a replacement.Get more detail about Waterford Crystal Lismore Goblet.

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Lowest Price Luigi Bormioli Michelangelo Masterpiece 6-3/4-ounce Flute, Set of 4


These glasses were packed with minimal packing material and miraculously arrived unscathed. a utiliarian set of flute for every day bubbly wines.Get more detail about Luigi Bormioli Michelangelo Masterpiece 6-3/4-ounce Flute, Set of 4.

Low Price Dansk Karin Crystal Red Wine Glasses, Set of 4


These glasses are beautiful and compliment my Dansk dishware. It took several tries to get them delivered whole, but in the end I am very happy with my purchase. Amazon support staff is very helpful when problems arise. I would purchase other items like this.Get more detail about Dansk Karin Crystal Red Wine Glasses, Set of 4.