Glasses and Bottles: Wines Around the World

A brief history of wine: from its origins to the present day.
The importance of the glass and bottle in appreciating wine.
The impact of shape and material on aroma, flavor and sensory experience.

The History of the Wine Glass:

The first cups: materials and formats throughout history.
The evolution of the wine glass: from the Middle Ages to the 21st century.
The emergence of different types of glasses for each style of wine.
The influence of culture and art on the production of cups.
Iconic glasses and their creators: Riedel, Spiegelau, Zalto.

Wine Glass Anatomy:

The parts of the cup: base, stem, bowl, rim.
The influence of each part on the tasting experience.
The role of the curvature, diameter and thickness of the bulge.
The importance of the edge in the perception of aromas and flavors.
Materials: crystal, glass, eco-friendly crystal.

Types of Bowls and their Uses:

Glasses for red wines: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Grand Cru Burgundy.
Glasses for white wines: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling.
Glasses for sparkling wines: flute, tulip, coupe.
Glasses for fortified wines: Port, Jerez.
Glasses for other types of wine: rosé, ice wine.
Choosing the ideal glass for each occasion.

The History of the Wine Bottle:

The first bottles: amphorae, clay vases.
The invention of the glass bottle: impact on wine production and storage.
The evolution of the wine bottle: shapes, colors, sizes.
The meaning of the different bottles: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne.
Special bottles and limited editions.

Wine Bottle Anatomy:

The parts of the bottle: mouth, neck, shoulder, body, base.
The role of each part in the conservation and evolution of the wine.
Glass colors and their influence on light protection.
Bottle sizes and their names: piccolo, half bottle, magnum.
Stoppers: cork, glass, synthetic.

Caring for your Glasses and Bottles:

How to clean and store your wine glasses.
Tips for preserving your wine bottles.
The importance of temperature and humidity.
Utensils for serving and preserving wine.

The Tasting Ritual:

The importance of the glass and bottle in the sensory experience.
How to serve wine correctly.
The art of tasting: observe, smell, taste.
Enjoying wine to its fullest.