Riedel present Performance – a bold new collection of High-Tec, simple wine glasses. The first Riedel series to ever feature bowls with a light optic impact, these grape varietal specific glasses are a must have for wine lovers these holidays.

The result of years of research by the Riedel brothers, Georg and Maximilian, the Performance collection is aimed at improving the organoleptic wine experience, with the increased inner surface area of the glass enhancing both perception and flavour, allowing the wine to open up and for every aroma and taste to flourish.

These lightweight, durable, dishwasher-friendly glasses come in seven shapes, with the Performance sparkling crystal finish and fine stems oozing luxury. Riedel make sure everything is catered for here: Chardonnay, Champagne, Pinot Noir, Cabarnet Sauvignon, Syrah and Spirits will each have their own unique glass, the RP-1 – RP-7 numbering allowing you to easily match your specific grape to its suitable glass.

This is not the only exciting new release from Riedel; the company’s collaboration with the Elton John AIDS foundation, consisting of 1/75 limited AYAM Rainbow decanters signed by Elton himself, will see EUR 25,000 donated to charity. They have also, just in time for Christmas, treated us to the beautifully hand-crafted Mamba Fatto A Mano decanter, the perfect Christmas gift for lovers of young, wild wines. Go on – we know you want it.