What characteristics of a glass indicate it is suited for white wine service?

• A. Tall stemware with a narrow bowl to preserve aromatics.
• B. Large round bowl with no stem.
• C. Short stem with a wide bowl.
• D. Glass with a colored tint.

Answer: (A)

White wine is served best when it stays cool and its delicate aromas stay focused. A glass with a tall stem keeps your hand away from the bowl, minimizing heat transfer and helping maintain a cooler temperature. The narrow bowl concentrates the wine’s aromas toward your nose, so you can smell and appreciate the bouquet without it dissipating too quickly. In contrast, a large round bowl with no stem allows the wine to warm faster and lets aromas spread more freely, which can dull the perceived aroma. A short stem with a wide bowl also warms quickly and increases surface area, reducing temperature control and aroma focus. A tinted glass doesn’t offer a practical benefit for white wine service. So the tall-stem, narrow-bowl glass is the best choice for preserving temperature and concentrating aromas.