Luigi Bormioli
Optica 18.5 oz Chardonnay White Wine Glasses (Set of 4)
SKU: 13145/02
A new shape - simple and perfect - and a new production technology that reproduces artisanal techniques. These two important parameters paved the way for the realization of these wine glasses: super-light and balanced when tasting, robust and flexible, the glasses transmit the quality and the intense aroma of the wine, designed to develop an excellent mouthfeel by creating a perfect equilibrium amongst various components of flavor, the glasses allow for a pleasant aftertaste and the bowl’s shape creates a unique decanter effect. True Wine Aroma powered by the aromatic chamber and the flat base bowl. True Wine Flavor powered by the bowl profile and perfect rim. True Wine Color powered by Son.hyx Crystal Glass and perfect glass distribution.
Product Details:
- Measures 3.7”DIA X 8.9”H
- 18.5 oz wine glasses come in a set of 4
- The profile of the bowl ensures an aromatic flow as well as a non-turbulent flow of the wine
- The bowl’s flat base ensures a high aeration of the wine as it increases the headspace, thus reproducing a decanter effect
- SON.hyx - High-Tech blown lead-free crystal glass, is break resistant and dishwasher safe
- Titanium Reinforced - Permanent anti-abrasion treatment applied directly to the glass’ stems to increase resistance to breakage
- Thin stem
- Flat foot to guarantee better stability and easy to hold
- Made in Italy
- 25 year guarantee covers rim and foot chipping as well as discoloration from dishwashing
Before Your First Use: Remove all labels from your glassware. Wash the glasses in warm water using a gentle, non-abrasive dishwashing detergent or place directly in your dishwasher. Rinse and dry immediately with a lint-free towel or cloth.
To hand wash, use a gentle, non-abrasive dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly to assure no detergent residue is left as this can interfere with the aroma and taste of wines, beers and other beverages. Dry immediately with a lint-free towel or cloth.
Please note that Luigi Bormioli glassware is dishwasher safe. If you choose to clean your stemware in a dishwasher, arrange securely in the top rack with the bowl facing down. DO NOT place in the bottom rack or lay glasses on their sides. Once the cleaning cycle is complete, immediately remove glasses from the dishwasher and hand dry with a lint-free towel or cloth.
Warning: Do not subject stemware to extreme temperature changes as this may cause them to crack or break.
About the World's Leading Glassware Maker
Parma, Italy, halfway between Bologna and Milan, has a glorious history that traces back to the Etruscans. Perhaps best known for its splendid architecture and its foods (especially the incomparable parmigiano reggiano cheeses and its prosciutto di Parma), the region is also a center of art and music, higher learning, and glassmaking, foremost the world's leading glassware manufacturer, Luigi Bormioli.
The company was founded in 1946 by Mr. Luigi Bormioli, who led it to international prominence. The Bormioli family continues his mission: a commitment to great design, traditional Italian craftsmanship and new-age glassmaking technology to create beautiful glassware of the highest quality. Luigi Bormioli rivals fine crystal in appearance and elegance, but is lead-free, affordably priced and widely available.