What kind of glasses do you pour when you drink wine?
At first glance, these wine glasses look the same, but there are various types such as size, wide mouth, and curved shape.
This time, I would like to explain in detail about the types of wine glasses and how to choose them, in order to drink wine more deliciously.
■ How to choose a wine glass
Wine glasses were born to slowly enjoy the color, aroma and taste of wine.The only glass that brings out the best of wineI can say that.
The wine glass has legs. This is to prevent the body temperature from being transferred from the hand holding the glass and the temperature of the wine from rising.
Therefore, when you have a wine glass, try to have the legs as much as possible.
It is impossible to enjoy the scent and taste of wine with ordinary glasses. for that reason,When drinking wine, make sure to use the appropriate wine glass for that wine..
▲ Difference in taste by glass
There are various shapes of wine glasses. Here, I will explain what is different depending on the shape of the wine glass.
● Difference in the way the fragrance spreads
Depending on the wine glass, how the scent of wine spreads is different.
What affects the way the fragrance spreadsThe degree of swelling of the bowl part, the shape of the curve, the breadth of the mouth.
With these three, a difference appears whether the scent spreads outward or tends to accumulate inside.
The larger the area that touches the air, the easier it is for the scent to spread outside,The wider the mouth of the glass, the easier the scentIt can be said.
● Easy to touch with air
The size of the mouthpiece also determines the surface area where the wine comes into contact with the air. When wine comes into contact with the air, the aroma and taste change, and the persistence of foaming also changes.
In general,The larger the area touching the air, the less astringent and the fragrance stand out. The smaller the area touching the air, the slower the oxidation, and the longer the taste and foam.It is said that.
● Difference in temperature rise
The speed of temperature change varies depending on the size of the bowl. If the glass is small, the temperature is difficult to rise, and if the glass is large, the temperature is likely to rise.
for that reason,It is recommended to use a small glass for cold drinks such as white wine and sparkling wine, and a larger glass for drinks at room temperature such as red wine..
● Difference in how it flows into the mouth
Depending on the breadth and angle of the mouth, there will be a difference in how the taste spreads when the wine flows into the mouth, and there will also be differences in how you feel the sweetness and astringency.
In the case of a glass with a wide drinking mouth,Sweetness spreads slowly over the entire tongue because it flows into the mouth with a wide width.
On the other hand, in the case of a glass with a narrowed mouth,The wine flows thinly and quickly, making it easier to feel acidity.
Depending on the shape of the wine glass, the above differences are born.
Let's enjoy wine by choosing a wine glass that can maximize the type and taste of wine you drink.
■ 5 typical wine glasses
As I explained earlier, wine glasses can change the aroma and taste of wine just by changing their size and shape.
Here, we will introduce five basic wine glasses, so if you are a wine beginner, let's remember these five wine glasses first.
Bordeaux glass
Bordeaux glass is a large tulip-shaped wine glass. It's called this because it's the perfect glass for tannin-rich wines like Bordeaux wine.
A wine glass recommended when you want to soften the astringency by emphasizing fruit and sweetness with a wide mouth and easy to touch the air.
[Wine suitable for Bordeaux glass]
"Cabernet Sauvignon"
"Merlo"
"Schiller" (Shiraz)
"Sauvignon Blanc"
● Burgundy glass
Burgundy glass is a balloon-shaped wine glass with a drenched mouth.
You can feel a refreshing sour taste from the shape of the large rounded bowl part and the narrowed mouth.
A glass suitable for wines with strong acidity and complex aromasI can say that.
[Wine suitable for Burgundy glass]
"Pinot Noir"
"Neppiolo"
"Cabernet Franc"
"Chardonnay (from Burgundy)"
● All-purpose glass
The all-purpose glass is a wine glass with a large bulge and a swelled mouth.
The wine is easy to touch the air,This glass is suitable for medium-bodied red wine with a good balance between astringency and sourness..
Because the temperature is difficult to decrease with a moderate size feeling,Goes well with white wine.
[Wine that fits all-purpose glass]
"Pinot Noir"
"Muscat Berry A"
"Chardonnay"
"Riesling"
"Beaujolais Nouveau"
● Flute glass
The flute glass is a wine glass that has a tall and slender form, and is characterized by the ability to appreciate beautiful bubbles that are long and long.
From its features,More often used for champagne and sparkling wine. Because the drinking area is small and the area that comes into contact with the air is small, bubbles do not easily escape and the fragrance lasts longer.
[Wine suitable for flute glass]
"Champagne (from France)"
"Spumante (from Italy)"
"Cava (Spain)"
● Wine tumbler
The wine tumbler is the perfect wine glass for casual wineers.
Since the glass has no legs, it has a sense of stability and is very easy to clean.It's also easy to carry around, so it's great for picnics and home parties.
All of the above five wine glasses are relatively common wine glasses.
So why not start with the five wine glasses above?
■ Washing glass
Wine glasses are often broken by mistake due to their shape. Here are some tips to keep in mind when washing wine glasses.
● Point 1: If the dirt is not bad, just wash it off with hot water.
Scraping the wine glass increases the risk of scratches and damage.
Therefore, if the dirt is not so badIt is desirable to rinse with hot water of about 45 ℃It can be said.
At that time, the temperature of hot water must be noted.If the temperature of hot water is too high, the glass may expand and break, so be sure to wash it off at a temperature of about 45 ° C..
In addition, because crystal glass has a property that is vulnerable to impact,Avoid dishwashersLet's do it.
● Point 2: When oil is conspicuous, gently wash with a soft sponge
If dirt such as oil or lipstick is noticeable,Hold the glass bowl underneath and gently wash it with a soft sponge..
At this time, it is necessary to be careful because there is a possibility of cracking if forceful force is applied to the bowl part.
またAbrasive sponge or cleanser can cause scratches.Therefore, never use it.
Let's wash the wine glass gently according to the above two points.
■ Wine glass storage method
It is also important to store wine glasses after washing them. From here, I will explain how to store wine glasses.
When you use the wine glass again, be sure to store it in the right way so that you can enjoy the wine.
● Store in a place with little scent with the mouth up
Wine glassesKeep the mouth upTo do.
If you store it with its mouth down, it will smell in the sealed bowl, and it will also put a load on the delicate mouth that could fall or crack.
Also, if the wine glass smells up, it will be difficult to enjoy the original wine scent.It is also important to store in a place with as little smell as possible.
When storing wine glasses, place them with the pedestal down and store them in a place with little smell, such as a cupboard..
● Use two sheets of cloth to polish the glass
In order to enjoy wine with your eyes,It is important to always polish it.
When polishing a wine glass, prepare two sheets of cloth and polish them by holding them to the left and right so that they do not touch the glass directly..
First, hold the pedestal part so that it is wrapped with a cloth, and wipe the glass legs and pedestal.
Next, hold the bowl underneath and wipe the outside of the bowl with the other hand.
Use the surface of the unused cloth on the inside, lightly push it into the glass and gently wipe it.
How to wipe a wine glass is one of mannersHowever, it can be said that it is desirable to keep track of it.
■ Summary
This time, I explained about wine glasses, which are the presence of wine. I understand that wine glasses can make a big difference in the taste and aroma of wine.
By sticking to the wine glass, you can enjoy more wine than it is now, so please try to choose a glass that matches your wine.
