In 1973, the Sommeliers glasses were the world"s first gourmet glass series introduced and have since radically changed the world of wine. Today, Sommeliers is considered the benchmark of wineglasses and is one of the most successful, handmade glasses in the world. This beautiful Water glass is the perfect way to enjoy your favorite beverage, with it"s specially designed shape to enhance the flavor. The bowl of the glass is mouth blown into a mold, while the stem and base are hand crafted using methods developed thousands of years ago. Each glass has superior brilliance and clarity from the 24 percent lead crystal construction. Nobody knows Wine like Riedel. From stemware to decanters, Riedel crystal is prized for it"s quality and the way it enhances the enjoyment of fine beverages