Riedel Restaurant Veloce Syrah / Shiraz Glasses (6 Pack)
Riedel Restaurant Veloce Syrah / Shiraz Glasses (6 Pack)
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Riedel Restaurant Veloce Syrah / Shiraz Glass
The Riedel Restaurant Veloce Syrah/Shiraz glass addresses the specific challenges of medium-bodied red wines with gripping tannins and concentrated fruit - wines that sit between delicate Pinot Noir and full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. This set of 6 glasses combines Riedel's advanced manufacturing technology with a diamond-shaped bowl specifically designed to balance powerful tannin structure against intense fruit character, providing the handmade appearance and commercial durability required for professional hospitality operations serving Syrah, Shiraz, and related varieties.
Riedel engineered this glass to balance the gripping tannins and concentrated fruit typical of Syrah and Shiraz. The diamond shape with extreme angles offers generous space for aromas to develop - critical for wines with complex spice, black pepper, dark fruit, and sometimes smoky or meaty characteristics. The 720ml capacity and 101mm diameter create a large bowl balanced by a slightly tapered opening that develops intense aromas whilst directing wine flow across the palate for optimal tannin management. The result: mouth-filling fruit, dignified structure (tannins present but not aggressive), and a long sweet finish that Syrah enthusiasts appreciate. Made from lead-free crystal with thin stems drawn using Riedel's state-of-the-art technology and certified for 1,500 dishwasher cycles, Restaurant Veloce Syrah/Shiraz glasses provide the elegant presentation these powerful wines deserve with the reliability operations demand.
Key features of the Riedel Restaurant Veloce Syrah/Shiraz glass:
- Handmade appearance from machine technology: State-of-the-art equipment at Riedel's Weiden factory draws stems equal to handmade quality, creating elegant stemware with commercial consistency
- Diamond-shaped bowl for aromatic development: Extreme angles and 720ml capacity provide generous space for complex spice, pepper, dark fruit aromatics to develop fully
- Tannin management geometry: Tapered opening and bowl shape balance gripping tannins against fruit character, preventing wines from tasting harsh or astringent
- Mouth-filling fruit emphasis: Palate-direction ensures concentrated fruit shows properly alongside tannin structure rather than being overwhelmed
- Long finish delivery: Geometry creates sweet finish perception that balances tannin grip with fruit persistence
- Premium presentation: 247mm height with thin stems and fine bowls create elegant appearance whilst maintaining commercial durability
- Extended commercial certification: EN 12875-1/2 certified for 1,500 dishwasher cycles, corresponding to 10+ years lifespan
- Trade-only availability: Set of 6 glasses, exclusively for hospitality operations
This glass suits bars, restaurants, hotels, and wine bars serving Syrah, Shiraz, and medium-bodied reds with powerful tannin structure to customers who appreciate proper presentation for wines where balance between tannin and fruit defines quality. The Veloce collection is available exclusively to trade customers (hospitality businesses, bars, restaurants, hotels, and catering operations), providing the elegant appearance of handmade stemware with the durability and consistency required for professional Syrah and Shiraz service.
What Hospitality Professionals Ask About Riedel Restaurant Veloce Syrah/Shiraz Glass
Which wines work best in this glass?
Riedel designed this glass for Syrah/Shiraz and related medium-bodied reds with gripping tannins and concentrated fruit. It performs excellently for Syrah (Northern Rhône, Washington State), Australian Shiraz, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Petite Sirah, Southern Rhône blends (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas), GSM blends, South African Shiraz, and similar wines where tannin structure needs balancing against powerful fruit. The diamond shape and tapered opening manage tannin perception whilst revealing complex aromatics. For lighter reds (Pinot Noir), the Veloce Pinot Noir glass works better; for very full-bodied reds (Cabernet Sauvignon), the Veloce Cabernet provides better geometry.
How does this glass manage gripping tannins?
The tapered opening and diamond-shaped bowl work together to balance tannin perception. Syrah and Shiraz produce gripping, sometimes aggressive tannins that can taste harsh or astringent without proper presentation. The large bowl provides oxygen exposure that helps soften tannins, whilst the tapered opening directs wine flow across the palate to emphasise fruit sweetness alongside tannin structure. The result: tannins provide dignified structure rather than aggressive grip, and fruit shows alongside rather than being overwhelmed. This balance proves critical for young Syrah where tannins need managing without suppressing the concentrated fruit character.
What does "long sweet finish" mean for Syrah?
The glass geometry creates finish perception where fruit persists sweetly alongside tannin rather than ending abruptly with astringency. Quality Syrah should finish with fruit sweetness and spice notes that linger, not just tannic grip. The tapered opening delivers wine in ways that emphasise this sweet fruit persistence whilst tannins provide structure without bitterness. This finish quality distinguishes premium Syrah from basic examples - the glass ensures customers experience what they're paying for when ordering quality Northern Rhône or premium Australian Shiraz.
How does Veloce Syrah differ from Veloce Cabernet?
Both use diamond-shaped bowls but with different proportions optimised for each variety. Veloce Cabernet (825ml, 104mm) is larger for full-bodied reds with heavy tannin and oak integration. Veloce Syrah (720ml, 101mm) is slightly smaller with more pronounced taper for medium-bodied reds where tannin needs careful management against fruit character. Syrah's tapered opening specifically balances gripping tannins; Cabernet's broader opening manages massive tannin structure through sheer volume. If your list features both Cabernet and Syrah significantly, stocking both provides optimal presentation for each variety's specific challenges.
How many dishwasher cycles will these glasses survive?
Independent testing certifies Veloce glasses for 1,500 commercial dishwasher cycles under EN 12875-1/2 standards with no visible deterioration of glass surface. This represents 50% more durability than standard Restaurant range (1,000 cycles). In normal restaurant usage, 1,500 cycles corresponds to approximately 10+ years of service life. The lead-free crystal construction and advanced manufacturing technology provide genuine commercial durability despite the elegant, handmade appearance.
The Tannin Management Challenge
Syrah and Shiraz occupy challenging territory in red wine service: these varieties produce medium to full-bodied wines with gripping tannin structure and concentrated fruit that demand careful presentation. Unlike Pinot Noir's delicate tannins or Cabernet Sauvignon's massive but ripe tannins, Syrah produces gripping, sometimes aggressive tannins that can taste harsh or astringent without proper glassware. The variety also delivers concentrated dark fruit, complex spice (black pepper, herbs), and sometimes smoky or meaty characteristics that need space to develop. Generic red wine glasses often fail - too small and the wine tastes closed and astringent; too large and the concentrated character becomes diffuse.
Riedel's Veloce Syrah/Shiraz addresses these challenges through engineering focused on tannin management alongside aromatic development. The diamond-shaped bowl with 720ml capacity and extreme angles provides generous space for complex aromatics to unfold - you can distinguish between Northern Rhône's black pepper and herbs versus Australian Shiraz's ripe fruit and eucalyptus, smell the difference between young spicy wines and aged bottles developing leather and meat characteristics. The tapered opening then manages how these aromatics deliver alongside tannin perception.
The tapered opening proves critical for balancing gripping tannins against fruit character. By directing wine flow across specific areas of the palate, the geometry emphasises fruit sweetness alongside tannin structure rather than allowing tannins to dominate. The result: Syrah tastes powerful but balanced, with mouth-filling fruit, dignified tannin structure, and a long sweet finish. Without this careful geometry, Syrah can taste either aggressively tannic (harsh, astringent) or one-dimensional (just fruit or just tannin rather than integrated complexity).
For hospitality operations with quality Syrah programmes, dedicated glassware represents essential infrastructure. Premium Northern Rhône (Côte-Rôtie, Hermitage) commands £80-200+ per bottle; quality Australian Shiraz often £50-150+. Proper glassware ensures customers experience the balance between tannin and fruit that justifies these prices rather than encountering harshness or astringency. The handmade appearance reinforces premium positioning, the commercial durability (1,500 cycles, 10+ years) satisfies operational requirements, and the varietal-specific performance demonstrates service standards that distinguish quality operations from generic wine service. The 101mm diameter fits commercial dishwashers more easily than very wide bowls whilst providing the volume Syrah needs for proper tannin and fruit balance.
Specifications
Care & Use Instructions
Commercial Dishwasher Use: Veloce glasses are certified for commercial dishwasher operations under EN 12875-1/2 standards for 1,500 cycles. Use standard commercial dishwashing cycles with professional-grade detergent. Despite the elegant, handmade appearance, these glasses withstand high-temperature cycles and aggressive detergents. The 101mm diameter bowl requires careful positioning in commercial dishwasher racks to prevent contact with other items. Space glasses adequately during wash cycles. Remove promptly and allow to air dry with racks open.
Loading Best Practices: Position glasses securely in dishwasher racks designed for tall stemware. The 100mm base provides stability, but the 247mm height and 101mm diameter bowl need upper rack positioning in most commercial dishwashers with adequate clearance. The bowl size sits between Cabernet (104mm) and Riesling (92mm), providing straightforward rack positioning for operations stocking multiple Veloce varieties.
Handling the Thin Stems: Veloce stems are drawn to handmade thickness for elegant appearance. Whilst certified for 1,500 commercial cycles, they require slightly more care during manual handling than standard Restaurant range. Train staff to hold glasses by the base when carrying multiple glasses or clearing tables, particularly given the substantial bowl capacity.
Temperature Service: Syrah and Shiraz serve at 16-18°C - slightly cooler than room temperature to manage tannin perception. Consider light chilling or brief refrigeration before service, particularly in warm dining environments. Proper temperature prevents tannins from tasting harsh whilst maintaining aromatic vibrancy.
Service Considerations: Pour a standard 175ml serving - roughly one-quarter full. The 720ml capacity provides substantial headspace for complex aromatics to develop and concentrate. Syrah benefits from aeration in the glass; consider pouring 5-10 minutes before service to allow tannins to soften and aromatics to develop. The tapered opening ensures these developing characteristics deliver optimally.
Storage: Store glasses upright in appropriate commercial racks with adequate clearance for both the 247mm height and 101mm diameter bowl. Never stack or store rim-down. The elegant proportions and thin stems benefit from storage systems designed specifically for fine stemware rather than general-purpose racks.
Why Buy From The Riedel Shop?
Since establishing The Riedel Shop, we've specialised in Riedel glassware for both consumer and professional markets. We understand hospitality operations with quality Syrah and Shiraz programmes require glassware that balances elegant presentation with commercial reliability for wines where tannin management directly affects customer satisfaction. The Veloce collection represents Riedel's premium machine-made technology, exclusively available to trade customers - hospitality businesses, bars, restaurants, hotels, and catering operations. As specialist Riedel retailers, we provide the product knowledge and service standards that professional buyers expect.
Our Guarantees to You
- ✓ No Quibble Returns
- ✓ Half-Price Accidental Breakage Replacement (2 Years)
- ✓ Price Match Guarantee
Our guarantees apply to Veloce collection purchases. For hospitality operations considering bulk orders beyond the standard 6-glass sets, contact us to discuss volume pricing and delivery arrangements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does delivery take?
Standard delivery to mainland UK addresses typically takes 3-5 working days. For hospitality operations requiring urgent delivery for new openings or events, contact us to discuss expedited shipping options. We pack Veloce glasses with particular care given their elegant proportions and handmade appearance.
Can I return glasses if they don't suit our operation?
We offer a no quibble return guarantee on unopened sets in original packaging. For hospitality operations evaluating Veloce for Syrah or Shiraz programmes, we recommend ordering one set initially to assess appearance, durability, and tannin management performance before committing to larger quantities.
Should we stock both Cabernet and Syrah glasses?
It depends on your red wine list composition. If you serve significant Cabernet/Bordeaux alongside Syrah/Rhône, stocking both provides optimal presentation for each variety's specific characteristics. Cabernet glasses handle massive tannin structure and oak integration; Syrah glasses manage gripping tannins and concentrated fruit differently. Many upscale operations stock multiple Veloce red wine glasses, using Pinot Noir for delicate reds, Syrah for medium-bodied wines with grip, and Cabernet for full-bodied reds. The performance difference for appropriate wines justifies maintaining varietal-specific glasses.
Do you offer volume discounts for larger restaurant groups?
For hospitality groups requiring multiple sets (typically 10+ sets for venue refits or multi-site operations), contact us to discuss volume pricing and delivery arrangements. We work with restaurant groups, hotel chains, and upscale operations to provide appropriate pricing for bulk Veloce orders.
Can home users purchase Veloce glasses?
No, the Restaurant Veloce collection is available exclusively to trade customers - hospitality businesses including bars, restaurants, hotels, catering operations, and similar commercial operations. This trade-only availability reflects the collection's focus on professional use and commercial pack sizing. Home users seeking Riedel's premium machine-made Syrah/Shiraz stemware should consider the consumer Veloce collection.
Can we use this for other medium-bodied reds?
Yes, this glass works excellently for medium-bodied reds with substantial tannin structure: Grenache, Mourvèdre, Petite Sirah, Southern Rhône blends (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras), GSM blends, Carignane, and similar wines where tannin needs careful management against fruit character. For very light reds (Beaujolais, light Pinot Noir), the Pinot Noir glass works better. For very full-bodied reds with massive tannin and oak (Cabernet, Bordeaux, Barolo), the Cabernet or Pinot Noir glasses provide better geometry depending on tannin style.
What's the expected breakage rate?
Despite elegant appearance, Veloce's advanced manufacturing provides excellent durability. Breakage rates for Syrah glasses typically run 11-15% annually - similar to standard wine glasses - when staff are properly trained. The 101mm diameter provides manageable size for commercial dishwashing and handling. Most breakage results from carrying too many glasses or clearing tables without adequate care. Proper training on handling technique maintains reasonable breakage rates whilst delivering premium Syrah/Shiraz presentation.
