How to Know Which Wine Glass to Use

You've settled on the menu for a dinner party. You've purchased all the ingredients and made the food. Your house is ready for guests. Now all you have to do is set the dinner table. This is where knowing which wine glass to use comes in handy.

Instructions

1. Use what you have. You can make picking a wine glass as easy or as difficult as you want it to be. Don't feel like you need to go out and buy special glasses for your dinner party. No matter what wine you are serving, you can use a basic wine glass that holds 8 to 10 ounces.

2. Determine what material the wine glass is made from. Crystal is the recommended choice for wine glasses. Any other material may compromise the taste or look of the wine.

3. Pour red wine in a bigger glass with a wide bowl. The flavor of red wine needs to spread out. The space in the glass lets in more air which releases the aromas and flavors. The opening of the glass needs to be wide enough to be able to smell the wine while drinking it. The glasses are typically 10 to 16 ounces.

4. Serve white wine in a glass with a narrower bowl. The smaller bowl of the glass helps keep the temperature of the wine cooler longer. The narrower bowl helps the aroma of the wine waft better. The glasses are typically eight to 14 ounces.