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Luigi Bormioli I Meravigliosi Chianti Wine Glasses 550ml (Pack of 24)

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£182.00(£218.40 inc VAT)
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The Luigi Bormioli I Meravigliosi Chianti glass is a 550ml lead-free crystal wine glass designed for professional hospitality use. Made from SON.hyx crystal, it combines a genuinely fine rim with a construction that holds up to the demands of busy service — a balance that is harder to achieve than it sounds in a commercial setting.

In practice, these glasses perform well in environments where stems are handled at volume and glassware passes through commercial dishwashers repeatedly through a shift. The titanium-reinforced stem addresses one of the most common breakage points in a busy bar or restaurant, and the flat base of the bowl is designed to encourage gentle aeration as wine is poured — relevant in settings where table-side decanting time is limited.

A few practical points worth noting for operators:

  • SON.hyx crystal retains clarity and resistance to clouding over extended dishwasher use — rated to over 4,000 cycles
  • The ultra-thin rim at 0.95mm gives a clean drinking edge without the fragility associated with hand-blown alternatives
  • At 180g per glass, the weight is well suited to front-of-house handling across a full service
  • The flat bowl base creates a subtle decanting effect, helping wine open without additional service steps
  • Supplied in a pack of 24, which suits par-stock planning for most mid-sized covers

This glass is a practical choice for restaurants, hotel dining rooms, wine bars, and function venues where appearance and durability both matter. For very high-volume sites running multiple sittings, it is worth considering whether a larger pack quantity or a more robust everyday tumbler-style glass would better complement the range.

If you are building out a full glassware spec or matching this to a wider table setting, the team is happy to talk through what tends to work in practice.

Frequently asked questions

How do these glasses hold up in a commercial dishwasher during busy service?

The SON.hyx crystal used in these glasses is formulated to resist the thermal and chemical stress of commercial dishwashing, with a rated cycle life of over 4,000 washes before clarity is affected. In practice, operators find they maintain their appearance well compared to standard machine glass. Ensuring the correct glasswasher detergent and rinse-aid dosing will help protect that longevity.

Is a 550ml Chianti glass the right size for a standard restaurant wine list?

A 550ml bowl works well as a mid-range red wine glass suitable for most Chianti, Sangiovese, and similar medium-bodied styles. It gives enough internal space for the wine to open without being oversized for standard 125ml or 175ml pours. If your list runs to fuller-bodied reds or you want a single glass to cover a broader range, it is worth discussing whether a larger bowl would serve your menu better.

Is a pack of 24 the right quantity for my operation?

For a restaurant running up to around 40 covers, a single pack of 24 can form a workable starting par when combined with a second rotation set. Higher-volume venues, function spaces, or sites with extended sittings will typically need multiples of this quantity to maintain service without waiting on glass turnaround. If you are speccing glassware for a new opening or a refurbishment, it is worth calculating par stock against your anticipated peak cover count before ordering.
Luigi Bormioli I Meravigliosi Chianti Wine Glasses 550ml (Pack of 24)

£182.00(£218.40 inc VAT)

£182.00(£218.40 inc VAT)

The Luigi Bormioli I Meravigliosi Chianti glass is a 550ml lead-free crystal wine glass designed for professional hospitality use. Made from SON.hyx crystal, it combines a genuinely fine rim with a construction that holds up to the demands of busy service — a balance that is harder to achieve than it sounds in a commercial setting.

In practice, these glasses perform well in environments where stems are handled at volume and glassware passes through commercial dishwashers repeatedly through a shift. The titanium-reinforced stem addresses one of the most common breakage points in a busy bar or restaurant, and the flat base of the bowl is designed to encourage gentle aeration as wine is poured — relevant in settings where table-side decanting time is limited.

A few practical points worth noting for operators:

  • SON.hyx crystal retains clarity and resistance to clouding over extended dishwasher use — rated to over 4,000 cycles
  • The ultra-thin rim at 0.95mm gives a clean drinking edge without the fragility associated with hand-blown alternatives
  • At 180g per glass, the weight is well suited to front-of-house handling across a full service
  • The flat bowl base creates a subtle decanting effect, helping wine open without additional service steps
  • Supplied in a pack of 24, which suits par-stock planning for most mid-sized covers

This glass is a practical choice for restaurants, hotel dining rooms, wine bars, and function venues where appearance and durability both matter. For very high-volume sites running multiple sittings, it is worth considering whether a larger pack quantity or a more robust everyday tumbler-style glass would better complement the range.

If you are building out a full glassware spec or matching this to a wider table setting, the team is happy to talk through what tends to work in practice.