Riedel Set of 2 “O” Series Crystal Sauvignon Blanc/Riesling Wine Tumblers

Maximilian Riedel (11th generation) presents his first glass series: Riedel “O”! The Riedel connoisseur will be surprised to find that this new glass series has something missing - there is no stem or base. So what is “O”? Riedel “O” is the new innovative take on the wine tumbler. In short: “O” is the ideal glass for every day use and every occasion. It is fun, stylish, feels good to hold, and it works! The designs of “O” are based on the benchmark shapes of the Riedel Vinum series. For the first time in glass history the design parameters such as shape of tumbler, size and diameter of rim, have been fine-tuned to enhance the world’s most important grape varietals. The tumbler, used for centuries as an all-round drinking vessel, has now been turned into a sophisticated wine accessory. Designed to complement any Reidel glass series, “O” offers an elegant, uncomplicated design in an easy-to-use glass. Ideal for all casual occasions, “O” is perfect for picnics and backyard barbecues as well as relaxed evenings with pizza and games. Broken stems are a thing of the past. Made of machine-made non-leaded glass and completely dishwasher-safe on top rack. The shape of each glass is specifically recommended to balance the fruit, acidity, and sugar in wine varietials such as Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. Each glass holds 13.25-oz. and stands 4-.25-in. tall. Set of 2.

Riedel Set of 4 Ouverture Crystal Magnum Red Wine Glasses

Introduced in 1989, the Ouverture collection from Riedel is for the straightforward customer who appreciates good wine at a reasonable price. Completely lead-free, the glasses, in a set of four, are grand in size, making them ideal for Cabernet or Merlot. Like all others in the Riedel collection, these, too, are crafted to enhance the specific wine for which they were created.

Sasaki 12-oz. Akita Footed Crystal Wine Glass

Like lovely crystal bells, Akita stemware rings true to modern design. The sleek, long bowl of each glass forms a continuous silhouette with the stem, which in turn narrows elegantly as it meets the disk-shaped base. A slight flare at the lip gives the bell-like shape, and silvery accents that contain ten percent real silver add a luxurious touch. Simple enough for nightly wine with dinner, yet special enough for celebrations, Akita sparkling crystal wine goblets and Champagne flutes are complemented by a tall decanter with a flat-topped stopper. Sasaki drinkware comes out of a long tradition of sophisticated Japanese arts and makes a superb gift. The crystal should be washed and dried carefully by hand. The silver accents on the glasses are 10 real silver.

Riedel Set of 2 Vinum Crystal Rosé Wine Glasses

For the third year, Riedel has created a special, limited edition glass to benefit Living Beyond Breast Cancer. The Pink Vinum Rosé glass with its soft pink stem and clear bowl will be available beginning May 2007, just in time for rosé wine season. “This year we decided to create a rosé glass as the interest in and consumption of rosé wine has risen and is being enjoyed from the start of spring through Thanksgiving,” said Maximilian Riedel,CEO of Riedel Crystal of America. This set of two glasses is attractively packaged as a pair in a black box adorned by the pink ribbon synonymous with this important cause. Riedel will donate 15 of the proceeds from the sale of this glass to support those dealing with the devastating diagnosis of breast cancer and life beyond.