Zalto Glasperfektion

Austria
http://www.zalto.co.uk/

Technical perfection is the basic principle of the Zalto Glass Manufactury. Zalto Glasses have always been produced following a tradition of using only the most highly skilled glass-blowers working with a selection of the best raw materials. This tradition, and the resulting fineness of each glass, echoes the delicate virtuosity of the great Venetian glass artists of the Renaissance. The development of the Zalto Denk`Art glasses is influenced by the capacious knowledge of the priest Hans Denk, who has spent decades in the study and tasting of wines, and is one of the most valued and inspirational wine experts in Austria. With the brand Denk`Art we pay homage to the mentor of these remarkable glasses. “Clear supremacy of the development of taste and bouquet,” as Father Denk himself has put it, are the advantages of the series Denk`Art; a fact which has been attested to by well-known sommeliers and wine connoisseurs around the world. In the northern part of Lower-Austria the tradition of glass blowing goes back to the early 14th century. The Zalto family, a glassmaking dynasty whose roots reach back to Venice, settled down in this region six generations ago. Since then Zalto has been producing high quality hand-blown glass in Neunagelberg. You can watch a great video of Zalto Glass production on Vimeo.

Most of the year I write about what to serve and drink but during this festive season I’d like to focus on what to serve and drink wine from……. Riedel no longer has the wine glass market to himself and an increasing proportion of the newer wine glasses have an angle in them rather than being gently bulbous – presumably to maximise the surface area of an ideal serving. The glasses that have most impressed me recently, from Zalto, conform to this rather Scandinavian shape and are the thinnest and most delicate I have come across, yet seem springy and almost elastic in the hand. The Zaltos were originally Venetian but the glasses are made in northern Austria and over the border in the Czech Republic. Best of all, the manufacturers say they are best washed in a regular dishwasher. At £26 for one of the “Universal” model...they are not cheap but they are cheaper than many of Riedel’s top models and would give any serious wine lover a real thrill over the closeness of contact they offer……. Jancis Robinson OBE MW - www.JancisRobinson.com


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ZALTO DENK'ART Universal Zalto Glasperfektion

For full-bodied to powerful wines, which are expressive but also show minerality and smooth character. Accentuates complexity and finesse. particularly good for Chardonnay, Chianti and Riesling. (Weighs 126gs)

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ZALTO DENK'ART White Wine Zalto Glasperfektion

For elegant, classical fruit forward white wines, but also meduim bodied red wines without overt barrique development. Created for Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Muskateller, Frizzante, Sangiovese, St. Laurent and Blaufr&aum...(read more)

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ZALTO DENK'ART Champagne Zalto Glasperfektion

Gives the sparkling wines of the world a noblesse, while bringing out their best of their regional character. Especially for: Champagne, Sparkling Wines, Prosecco, Spumante and Cava. (Weighs 90gs)

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ZALTO DENK'ART Bordeaux Zalto Glasperfektion, Lea & Sandeman

ZALTO DENK'ART Bordeaux Zalto Glasperfektion

Most of the year I write about what to serve and drink but during this festive season I’d like to focus on what to serve and drink wine from……. Riedel no longer has the wine glass market to himself and an increasing prop...(read more)

Jancis Robinson OBE MW
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ZALTO DENK'ART Burgundy Zalto Glasperfektion

This is a beauty and absolutely perfect for both Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo. The wide bowl allows the wine to both breathe expansively and show off its luminosity, while the light weight of the glass enhances its elegance....(read more)

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ZALTO DENK'ART Carafe 75 Zalto Glasperfektion, Lea & Sandeman

ZALTO DENK'ART Carafe 75 Zalto Glasperfektion

This elegant, simple decanter is a brilliant concept. Unusually for a decanter this can fit in the fridge door - a brilliant option for decanted whites but also to add a moment's chill to Reds that you really don't want...(read more)

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