First there was a Riedel glass for Oregon’s Pinot Noir, now there is a Riedel glass for Missouri’s Norton wine.

I enjoy using a Riedel wine glass for my wine. It shows a respect for the wine that an ISO glass just doesn’t do. The thin lip of the glass allows the precious liquid to glide in to one’s mouth so that it reaches all sensory areas. While visiting Oregon last year, we had the opportunity to taste their Pinot Noirs in a glass made specifically for Pinot Noir and we noticed a difference. Later a wine enthusiast also said she noticed a difference.

Recently Riedel released a Norton wine glass in Missouri. Extensive research was done to determine which style of stemware best showed off the aromas and tastes of the Norton grape wine.

While visiting wineries in Oregon or Missouri, ask about the special wine glasses. If you are looking for giftware for the holidays, and know a wine enthusiast who favors a Norton wine or Pinot Noir wine, you may want to purchase a set as a gift.

The Norton grape is also known as Cynthiana, particularly in Virginia and Texas. While there is some dispute as to whether they are exactly the same grape those living in Texas and Virginia may want to consider purchasing Norton wine glasses.

Note: There are also other wine glass manufacturers that are creating excellent stemware. Check them out and decide what you like best.

Cheers! Kathy