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Chef & Sommelier Cabernet Ballon Wine Glasses 350ml (24 Pack)
£106.00(£127.20 inc VAT)
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The Chef & Sommelier Cabernet Ballon is a balloon-style wine glass made from Krysta, Chef & Sommelier's lead-free crystal material. Sold in a pack of 24, it is designed for professional use in restaurants, hotels, bars, and event catering where consistent presentation and reliable throughput are both important.
Krysta is notably resistant to the mechanical stress of commercial dishwashing cycles. Chef & Sommelier rate these glasses to withstand 2,000 washes without significant loss of clarity or brilliance — a practical consideration in any high-turnover operation where glassware cycles through the wash multiple times per service. The material also resists the micro-scratching that gradually dulls standard glass over time.
From a service perspective, the wide bowl shape allows red wines in particular to breathe and open up, which matters when glasses are poured shortly before service rather than decanted. The Sheer Rim finish — an ultra-thin, fine-ground edge — reduces the physical interruption between the glass and the drinker, which is a detail that wine-focused operations tend to notice.
- Krysta crystal resists clouding and scratching through repeated commercial dishwashing
- Wide balloon bowl supports aroma development for red wine service
- Sheer Rim technology provides a fine, unobtrusive drinking edge
- Lead-free crystal with high optical clarity for table presentation
- 24-pack quantity suits initial stock builds or topping up existing sets
These glasses are well suited to mid-range to premium dining rooms, wine bars, and hotel restaurants where glassware appearance is part of the overall guest experience. For very high-volume venues with aggressive turnaround times, it is worth considering whether a heavier, more impact-resistant profile would offer better longevity.
If you are selecting glassware across multiple categories or want to discuss quantities for a new opening, the team is happy to help you work through what makes sense for your operation.
Frequently asked questions
Are these glasses suitable for use in a commercial dishwasher?
Yes. The Krysta crystal material is specifically engineered for commercial dishwashing and is rated to maintain clarity and structural integrity through 2,000 wash cycles. Using a good-quality glasswasher detergent and ensuring correct rack loading will help protect the Sheer Rim edge over time.
Are these glasses better suited to red wine or can they be used for white wine service as well?
The balloon bowl shape and 350ml capacity are most naturally suited to red wine service, where the wider opening supports aeration and aroma. They can be used for full-bodied whites, though venues wanting a distinct white wine presentation often pair these with a narrower tulip-style glass from the same range.
How many packs would a typical restaurant need to open with?
A useful starting point is three glasses per cover to allow for service, washing, and breakage buffer — so a 40-cover dining room would typically open with at least 120 glasses, or five packs of 24. Venues with faster turnaround or longer service windows may want to hold more stock. It is worth reviewing your wash cycle time and table turn rate when calculating your initial order quantity.
£106.00(£127.20 inc VAT)
£106.00(£127.20 inc VAT)
The Chef & Sommelier Cabernet Ballon is a balloon-style wine glass made from Krysta, Chef & Sommelier's lead-free crystal material. Sold in a pack of 24, it is designed for professional use in restaurants, hotels, bars, and event catering where consistent presentation and reliable throughput are both important.
Krysta is notably resistant to the mechanical stress of commercial dishwashing cycles. Chef & Sommelier rate these glasses to withstand 2,000 washes without significant loss of clarity or brilliance — a practical consideration in any high-turnover operation where glassware cycles through the wash multiple times per service. The material also resists the micro-scratching that gradually dulls standard glass over time.
From a service perspective, the wide bowl shape allows red wines in particular to breathe and open up, which matters when glasses are poured shortly before service rather than decanted. The Sheer Rim finish — an ultra-thin, fine-ground edge — reduces the physical interruption between the glass and the drinker, which is a detail that wine-focused operations tend to notice.
- Krysta crystal resists clouding and scratching through repeated commercial dishwashing
- Wide balloon bowl supports aroma development for red wine service
- Sheer Rim technology provides a fine, unobtrusive drinking edge
- Lead-free crystal with high optical clarity for table presentation
- 24-pack quantity suits initial stock builds or topping up existing sets
These glasses are well suited to mid-range to premium dining rooms, wine bars, and hotel restaurants where glassware appearance is part of the overall guest experience. For very high-volume venues with aggressive turnaround times, it is worth considering whether a heavier, more impact-resistant profile would offer better longevity.
If you are selecting glassware across multiple categories or want to discuss quantities for a new opening, the team is happy to help you work through what makes sense for your operation.
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