Riedel Winewings Syrah 1234/41 - 1 pcs.

Dark berries, black pepper and a hint of smoke - a good Syrah has plenty to offer, and the glass's broad, wing-shaped bowl is built to make room for all of it. The wine breathes as you pour, without needing to be decanted first.

The Expert's Description

Riedel Winewings Syrah 1234/41 is a machine-blown red wine glass from the Austrian glassmaker Riedel, shaped with a broad, wing-like bowl engineered for spicy, full-bodied grapes such as Syrah and Shiraz.

Riedel has been making glass since 1756, and the family business is now run by its 11th generation of glassmakers and designers. Winewings glasses are stretched outward instead of upward, giving the wine a markedly larger surface to breathe against. For a Syrah, with its signature spice and smoke notes, that means the wine opens up faster in the glass. If you need the right bottle for the glass, browse our range of Red Wine.

Design & Material

The glass is made from clear crystal glass with no tint. The wide, wing-shaped bowl is the signature feature, giving the wine a large surface to breathe against, while the slender stem keeps your hand away from the bowl and lets the wine stay at the right temperature.

Use & Recommendation

The glass suits spicy, full-bodied reds like Syrah, Shiraz and other Rhône-style grapes, where air contact brings out both fruit and spice. Pour the wine well ahead of serving and let the wide bowl do the work. The glass is dishwasher safe, though a gentle cycle is best.

Specifications

Name: Riedel Winewings Syrah 1234/41 - 1 pc.
Manufacturer/Brand: Riedel
Collection/Series: Winewings
Country: Austria
Material: Crystal Glass
Production Method: Machine-blown
Capacity/Volume: 865 ml
Dimensions (H): 25 cm
Quantity in Set/Pack: 1 pc.
Dishwasher: Dishwasher Safe

Did You Know?

Riedel has held a firm place in wine critic Robert Parker's recommendations for decades. He has repeatedly pointed out how the right glass can markedly change the character of the same wine - a point the Winewings series' broad bowl shape takes a step further.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riedel Winewings Syrah 1234/41 - 1 pc.

Which red wines suit the Winewings Syrah glass best?

The glass is designed for spicy, full-bodied grapes like Syrah and Shiraz, but it also works well for other Rhône-style red wines.

Do I need to decant the wine before pouring it into the glass?

No, not really. The broad, wing-shaped bowl gives the wine such a large surface that it can breathe directly in the glass without prior decanting.

Is the glass dishwasher safe?

Yes, the glass is dishwasher safe. Choose a gentle cycle so the thin crystal glass keeps its shine for years.

Is the glass a good gift idea for a red wine lover?

Yes, the striking design and the respected brand make it a natural gift, both as a single glass and as a full set.

Where can I find the right bottle of red wine for the glass?

Browse our range of Red Wine to find a Syrah or another full-bodied red.

Where can I see the rest of Riedel's glass range?

You will find every Riedel glass series, decanter and accessory in our range of Riedel Glass.