Zalto Glassware
Zalto heralds from a small village in Austria, where the art of glassblowing dates back to the Renaissance era. Since its inception, Zalto has become one of the most revered makers of luxury wine glasses in the world, blending centuries-old Venetian glassmaking techniques and modern aesthetics to produce fine, functional glassware that enhances every aspect of the wine drinking experience.
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Best Wine Glasses, Hands Down
“These are hands down the best wine glasses on the planet and make the entire wine drinking experience better!” —Steven F., Verified Buyer
The Zalto Difference
Lighter, thinner and exceedingly more elegant—Zalto’s indelible aesthetic has earned the loyalty of Michelin star restaurants, esteemed wineries, sommeliers and everyday wine drinkers. The lip of the glass is so thin that the wine is delivered more directly to the palate. The walls are sheer, and the silhouettes are seamless, allowing the focus to be solely on the wine.
Modern Luxury
While Zalto glasses are decidedly delicate and light, they are surprisingly dishwasher safe and, in fact, dishwasher safer as hand washing causes stress that can lead to breakage. Cloud- and scratch-resistant, their beauty is uncompromised by the rigors of usage and are proven to remain crystal clear after hundreds of dishwasher cycles.
Legacy Craftsmanship
A devotion to time-honored glassblowing techniques is at the heart of Zalto. The fine designs are achieved by masterful skills reminiscent of Renaissance-era Venetian glass artisans. Every Zalto piece is made from select raw materials using complex techniques to produce perfectly balanced glasses without seams and joins that can interfere with the wine experience.
The Human Touch
Each Zalto glass is shaped by highly trained eyes and hands. Using simple tools, precise techniques and instinct, a small team of master glassmakers hand-form every vessel and blow molten glass into molds to craft their exquisite bowls. They’re then put into a slow cooling phase to ensure high elasticity of their delicate design and meticulously inspected before receiving the Zalto logo. Anything less than a masterpiece is melted down and recycled.
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