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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jonathan Hatchman

8 best wine glasses tested by an expert, from universal to stemless designs and more

I tested a range of styles to suit different wines, budgets and tastes - (Jonathan Hatchman/The Independent)

Wine glasses designed for different types of vinos can seem like a clever way to sell the same object several times over, yet the best wine glasses really can change what reaches your nose and palate.

Bowl width controls how readily wine meets the air, a narrower rim concentrates aroma and the thickness of the lip affects how cleanly the liquid arrives. The glasses we return to are universal designs: clear, balanced and fine-rimmed, with enough room to swirl the wine inside. But performance is only part of the buying decision. Height, stability, cleaning and replacement cost matter, especially when buying wine glasses to use at home.

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