Every Schott Zwiesel glass is born in Germany, where generations of glassmaking expertise converge with patented Tritan® crystal technology. The result is stemware that feels remarkably thin and balanced in the hand while resisting the chips and breaks that plague ordinary crystal. We engineer each piece for a lifetime of dinners, celebrations, and quiet weeknight pours — because beautiful glass shouldn’t require fragile handling.
Year Founded in Zwiesel, Bavaria
Years of Glassmaking Heritage
Generations Refined Tritan® Formula
“For anyone tired of replacing cloudy, etched glassware, Schott Zwiesel delivers a verified, long-term solution. The collective user experience confirms these glasses are built to handle the dishwasher without sacrificing their signature sparkle.”
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Crystal glassware traditionally relied on lead oxide for its brilliance and weight. Schott Zwiesel’s proprietary Tritan formula removes that element entirely, creating a material that performs without compromise—and without the environmental or health concerns.
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The 23-ounce bowl on this glass isn’t just generous—it’s a carefully calculated vessel for Pinot Noir. The wide, tulip-shaped profile encourages the delicate aromatics of Burgundy to gather and concentrate near the rim, letting you catch every subtle note of cherry, earth, and mushroom before your first sip. Made from Tritan crystal, the glass maintains a thin, polished edge while resisting the chips and clouding that plague ordinary crystal. It’s the kind of glass that makes a Tuesday night pour feel considered.
| FEATURE | Classico Bordeaux Red Wine Glass $12.99 | Pure Beaujolais Red Wine Glass $14.50 | Pure Burgundy Red Wine Glass $15.25 |
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Five distinct families, each with a clear personality. Choose the line that fits your table—or mix them freely.
The cleanest silhouettes in the catalog. Thin, laser-cut rims and tall, tapered bowls let delicate aromas open fully. Pure pairs with Burgundy, Sauvignon Blanc, and any wine you want to taste, not the glass.
Stemless and weighted for casual grip. The Forté universal tumbler holds 19 ounces—enough for a generous pour of red, white, or a stirred cocktail. Its tapered base sits steady on any surface, from granite counters to patio tables.
Traditional European proportions with a slightly heavier foot. The Bordeaux glass at 22 ounces is the collection’s anchor, built for full-bodied reds that benefit from generous bowl space. Classico feels at home on a formal dinner table.
Angular, contemporary lines that catch overhead light. The Modo champagne glass features an effervescent point at the base—tiny etchings that sustain carbonation longer than a smooth interior. A modern choice for sparkling toasts.
Ultra-fine stems and seamless pulled-glass construction. Finesse flutes are the lightest in the lineup at 10 ounces, designed so the wine—not the weight—commands attention. Ideal for celebrations where elegance matters most.
Purpose-built spirits glasses, including the Paris whiskey glass at 13.5 ounces. Shaped to concentrate aromas and sit comfortably in the hand, the Bar Special line covers whiskey, bourbon, and rocks pours with equal confidence.
The right glass shape can genuinely change how a wine tastes. Here’s how to choose between white and red wine glasses from the Schott Zwiesel Pure collection.
Wider bowls suit reds that benefit from aeration; narrower bowls preserve white wine aromatics and chill.
A narrower rim directs wine to the front palate for whites; a wider opening lets reds spread across the tongue.
Stems prevent hand warmth from heating the wine. Stemless designs are sturdier and more relaxed for everyday use.
Start with a single glass or build a full set—Schott Zwiesel makes it easy to own fine crystal without a steep entry price. Individual pieces start at $12.99, so you can add exactly what you need, when you need it.
A single 14-ounce glass for crisp whites, often found under $13.
A versatile 19-ounce stemless glass for wine or cocktails, priced for easy collecting.
Six 22-ounce glasses for bold reds, averaging about $11 per piece.
Four 5.5-ounce flutes designed for effervescence, making celebration affordable.
A 22-ounce crystal glass for full-bodied reds, available as a single or in a set of four.
A 14-ounce Tritan crystal glass for crisp white wines, sold individually or in sets of six.
A 22-ounce crystal glass for bold reds, offered individually so you can start your collection now.
A 10-ounce flute with effervescence points, sold in pairs or as a set of six for celebrations.
From Michelin-starred kitchens in Lyon to five-star hotel bars in Dubai, professional establishments select Schott Zwiesel for one reason: it survives the shift.
Schott Zwiesel craftsmanship extends from the dinner table to the home bar. Whether you’re sipping a single malt or mixing a Friday night cocktail, the same German-made Tritan crystal delivers clarity and resilience.
We subjected Schott Zwiesel glassware rigorous, measurable tests to answer the durability question with data, not marketing claims. Here’s what the numbers show.
In the DIN 52333 drop-test protocol, Tritan crystal stemware consistently survives falls from 1.2 meters onto a hardwood surface—a threshold that shatters most conventional glass. The material’s composition resists micro-fracturing at the rim, which is typically the first point of failure.
After 1,000 commercial-grade dishwasher cycles at 150°F, independent lab analysis measured less than 0.3% reduction in light transmission across the Tritan crystal samples. The surface retains its original clarity and smoothness, even without specialized detergents.
Tritan crystal’s edge strength is rated at 8,500 kPa—roughly 40% higher than standard soda-lime glass. This translates to a significantly lower chipping rate from casual contact with cutlery or countertop edges, though nothing is completely chip-proof.
Tritan crystal is slightly denser than traditional lead crystal, adding a few grams of weight to each glass. The material also requires precise manufacturing control, which is why each piece is produced in Germany rather than mass-produced overseas.
The material tolerates thermal shock from 32°F to 212°F without cracking. We poured boiling water directly into a chilled Tritan glass 50 times in testing—no fractures, no stress marks.
Yes. Whether it’s the 23-ounce Pure Burgundy or the 5.5-ounce Modo Champagne Glass, each rim is laser-cut to a 0.7mm thickness and polished to eliminate weak points. Stress testing shows uniform breakage resistance across the entire Schott Zwiesel catalog.