Natural Wines are Everywhere Right Now, so Zalto Created a Glass for Them
I’ve often found myself in spirited debates about glassware ’s merits. After a few drinks, I might passionately extoll a particular type while some friends nod knowingly and others roll their eyes. But let’s be honest: glassware matters. The right one can elevate a humble bottle, coaxing out hidden aromas and flavors. I’m not one to buy many types of glasses for the sake of it; practicality matters, too. If I have guests, nothing is more annoying than unmatching glassware. For years, I’ve been a proponent of the Zalto Universal glass , although I adore their Bordeaux version for solo drinking. Plus, I do have a few others mostly for personal use. When Michael Hinterleitner, whose family owns Zalto, told me about their new Balance glass —which has a wide mouth and short conical bowl—and presented it, I had my doubts. I’d heard about its rigorous testing and merits, but didn’t pay much attention. That said, Zalto’s reputation for being the gold standard in wine tasting meant I was int
