The Best Stemless Wine Glasses, According to Our Tests

Best Overall

Glasvin The Stemless Wine Glass

$50 at Food52 View on Glas.vin

We rarely find handblown glassware at such an attractive price point, but Glasvin didn’t cut any corners when crafting their stemless glass. Like all of their glassware, these are featherlight, with an almost weightless feel in the hand. The rims induced a little anxiety during sipping — they felt too thin at first — but we were pleasantly surprised during testing to discover they still felt sturdy on a table, owing to a flat, heavier base. The thin rim grew on us, and we enjoyed sipping from these elegant glasses.

While not variety-specific, we noted during testing that the slightly narrower opening works better for white wines and chilled or young, fruity reds. We noted proper aeration in every style we tested, making the Glasvin Stemless a good option for universal use, or anyone with limited storage space. These glasses are dishwasher-safe (bottom rack only). Although we’re reluctant to recommend these to folks looking for kickaround or cocktail glasses (Glasvin advises against using ice), we haven’t found a better price for more attractive, serious glassware.

Capacity: 16.9 ounces | Number of pieces: 2

Best Splurge

Schott Zwiesel Prizma Stemless Wine Glasses

$108 at Nordstrom $108 at Wayfair $108 at Pottery Barn

What makes these splurge-worthy, besides their gorgeous, unique design? Schott Zwiesel’s glassware is manufactured with the brand’s custom glass blend, Tritan. Resilient to chipping and breaking, Tritan is one of the sturdiest yet lightweight drinkware options available. These glasses are designed and made in Germany, and part of the brand’s Prizma line. The Prizma line offers many different styles of glassware, including traditionally stemmed wine glasses and cocktail-specific glasses. 

We love the elegant, subtle ribbing on these stemless glasses which gives each glass texture and visual appeal. Although drinkers who prefer goblet-style glasses may find these lacking, we loved their petite size: It made them much more comfortable to hold for longer periods. Zwiesel is no stranger to luxury glass offerings, making these a worthy splurge. Their sturdy construction and good looks had us reaching for these above almost all other glasses.

Capacity: 12.75 ounces | Number of pieces: 6

Best Universal

Riedel Wine Friendly Tumbler

$45 at Amazon View on Riedel.com

The Wine Friendly line is Riedel’s entry-level option for people looking to expand their glassware collection. The glassware is machine-made, which contributes to its affordable price tag, but it still has a bespoke feel due to its overall weight and visual appeal. Created for the hospitality industry, the Wine Friendly line is ideal for anyone with limited storage space.

During testing, we determined this was the most versatile glass. It’s even suited for bolder reds (the generous volume capacity contributes to that). This was also one of the best-balanced glasses we tried: The rim has a “just right” thinness, but the heavier base gave us the confidence to set it on the counter without fear of tipping. If versatility and aesthetics matter, you can’t do better than the Wine-Friendly Tumbler. Also noteworthy: This design was created in 2022, ensuring a modern, current feel.

Capacity: 20.1 ounces | Number of pieces: 2

Best for Red Wine

Riedel O Wine Tumbler Cabernet/Merlot

$59 at Amazon $47 at Williams Sonoma $52 at Wayfair

It’s hard to beat Riedel for varietal-specific glassware, and they hit it home with their Cabernet/Merlot-specific stemless glassware. They’re the perfect size for a pour of big, bold wines — no wine decanter needed. We appreciated that Riedel included a list of ideal wines for this glass, including Pomeral, Montalcino, and Red Bordeaux. Riedel is the company of choice for many wine professionals, and the luxurious feel of these explains why.

Although Riedel offers hand-blown glassware, these are machine-made. What they lack in custom-made aesthetics, they make up for in durability and value. Because the O line includes many different types of glassware, it’s a good way to slowly build a cohesive collection as your budget and storage space allow.

Capacity: 21.9 ounces | Number of pieces: 2

Best Value

Libbey Wine Glass Party Set

$80 at Amazon $90 $80 at Target $80 at Walmart

Frankly, we think this set of machine-made glasses is an incredible value. It comes with six white and red wine glasses and is ideal for a dinner party or anyone who likes entertaining. In our tests, the large capacity allowed for a generous 6-ounce pour without feeling tight. We appreciated that the set has varietal-specific options, although the shape differences are subtle enough that you could interchange them if needed.

The rim is rather chunky and the diameter is a bit small; we found the rim of the red wine glass hit the bridges of our noses when drinking. But for the price of a dozen glasses, our quibbles over appearance are minor. The Libbey Signature Kentfield set is a sturdier, more durable option on our list, and is happily dishwasher-safe.

Capacity: 19 ounces (red) and 21 ounces (white) | Number of pieces: 12

Best for White Wine

Riedel White Wine Tumbler

$28 at Amazon $25 at Wayfair View on Riedel.com

Fun fact: Riedel’s O line produced the first varietal-specific glass ever. It’s this storied history that makes us confident this is the best white wine stemless glass you can buy. It’s perfectly shaped to balance the sweetness and fruitiness inherent in white wines while giving each glass the necessary structure. 

The rim is thin without feeling shatteringly delicate; a hard balance to find in any type of wine glass. Like all of Riedel’s O line, the O To Go is dishwasher-safe. Although sipping from it feels special, you don’t have to treat it with kid gloves. These are sold individually, and we like that each one comes with its carrying case, so you really can take it on the go if you want. After all, what’s a picnic without a glass of crisp, bracingly acidic white wine?

Capacity: 13.2 ounces | Number of pieces: 1

Best Gold Rim

Mikasa Julie Gold Stemless Wine Glasses

$50 $30 at Amazon $50 at Wayfair View on Mikasa.com

Just a touch of elegance is all you need for a luxurious feel, which is why we love these gold-rimmed glasses. We were shocked to learn the rim is hand-painted: We’d typically expect to pay a lot more for such intricate finishes. Because these must be hand-washed, they’re not the best option for everyday drinking or casual use. But it’s hard to beat their classy appeal for special occasions or fun, fizzy beverages — imagine how great they’d look with a Spritz, or nestled next to your favorite set of gold flatware.

As far as heft and weight go, these are substantially sturdy. We felt confident handling them, although we noted the gold rim was hard to ignore when drinking (it’s thicker than expected). These aren’t varietal-specific, but they’re moderately sized and have a decently bowed shape which makes them worthy of just about any bottle. 

Capacity: 19.75 ounces | Number of pieces: 4