Riedel Superleggero Bordeaux Grand Cru Wine Glass
Overview
The Riedel Superleggero Bordeaux Grand Cru is a purpose-built red wine glass engineered for full-bodied, tannic Bordeaux-style wines. Combining a generously proportioned bowl with RIEDEL’s original ‘wine-friendly’ Grand Cru profile (designed by Claus J. Riedel) and the Superleggero machine-made process, this glass opens and softens high tannins while bringing fruit and bouquet forward. It’s aimed at serious home enthusiasts, sommeliers, and restaurants that want the tasting benefits of a large, precision bowl without the price and variability of handmade stems. The Superleggero line prioritizes extreme lightness and consistent rim geometry, giving predictable glassware performance and a refined mouthfeel for concentrated reds.
Key Features
- Purpose-shaped Bordeaux Grand Cru profile (Claus J. Riedel original wine-friendly shape) optimized for tannic, full-bodied reds
- Superleggero machine-made construction delivers some of the thinnest, lightest machine-produced wine glasses available
- Generous bowl and wide base (base diameter up to 106 mm) allow aromas to develop and wines to achieve balance
- Precision-manufactured rim and bowl diameter for consistent pour, aroma delivery, and mouthfeel across sets
- Clear, high-clarity crystal glass with a lightweight stem for refined handling (hand-wash recommended to preserve rim)
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Designed specifically for full-bodied, high-tannin red wines to soften tannins and emphasize fruit and bouquet
- Ultra-light, large-bowled Superleggero design improves aeration and aroma development
- Premium machine-made precision delivers consistent bowl and rim geometry across pieces
- Widest base diameter up to 106 mm provides stability and room for the wine to open
- More affordable and uniform than many handmade equivalents while maintaining refined mouthfeel
Cons
- Very large bowl can be awkward to store and uses more cabinet space
- Extremely thin rim and light construction require careful handling to avoid chipping
- Collectors who prefer mouth-blown glass may find machine-made lacks artisanal variation
- May be overkill for casual drinkers who prefer smaller, more versatile red glasses
Recommendations
- Ideal for Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot blends and other structured, tannic red wines that benefit from open bowls
- Well suited to home collectors and wine enthusiasts seeking tasting-focused glassware without the price of mouth-blown lines
- Great choice for restaurants and tasting rooms that need consistent, high-performing stemware in service
- Makes a thoughtful gift for a serious wine lover or someone building a tasting set focused on red varietals
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Compare prices: Riedel Superleggero Bordeaux Grand Cru Wine Glass is available from 3 stores with prices ranging from $75.00 to $75.00. Lowest price found at Walmart.
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