{"product_id":"cristal-darques-ultime-gold-band-wine-glasses-pack-of-8","title":"Cristal d'Arques Ultime Gold Band Wine Glasses (Pack of 8)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ultime Gold Band wine glasses from Cristal d'Arques are lead-free crystal glasses with a fine gold band detail at the rim. They come in two sizes, 380ml and 470ml, sold in packs of eight. Choose the size from the Size option above; each size is priced separately. They sit within the Ultime range, which is known for its slender profile, thin-walled bowl, clean lines and fine-drawn rim, qualities that make the range a practical choice for table service environments where presentation matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a front-of-house setting, the weight and balance of a wine glass has a real bearing on how it handles during service and how it reads to a guest. These glasses are lightweight without feeling insubstantial, and the lead-free crystal gives good clarity and a faint sparkle under dining room lighting. The gold band adds a degree of formality to the place setting, which suits venues with a more dressed table aesthetic: fine dining, private dining rooms, wedding and banquet settings, and event catering are typical applications. The 380ml suits a standard wine pour, while the 470ml is a practical size for both red and white wine service without appearing oversized on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA few practical points worth considering before ordering:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gold band is decorative and should be treated as hand wash only, as commercial dishwasher cycles are likely to degrade the gilding over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe slender stem, while elegant, is more vulnerable to breakage in high-volume or fast-casual environments, and fine crystal stems need careful handling during polishing and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in a pack of eight, which suits initial trial purchases or top-up ordering rather than bulk stocking for large events, though several packs will be needed for a full venue fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese glasses are best suited to table service venues where breakage rates are lower and the gold band complements the overall aesthetic. For high-turnover operations, venues running large cover numbers or high-volume casual dining where rapid glass turnover and machine washing are the norm, a heavier-duty stem glass without a decorated rim may prove more economical in the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are outfitting a full venue or are unsure whether this style or size fits your service, we are happy to talk it through.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cristal d'Arques","offers":[{"title":"380ml","offer_id":58199103832446,"sku":"JK505","price":58.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"470ml","offer_id":58408733704574,"sku":"JK506","price":61.57,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1753\/9017\/files\/jk505_npi25-1.jpg?v=1791830226","url":"https:\/\/www.advantage-catering-equipment.co.uk\/products\/cristal-darques-ultime-gold-band-wine-glasses-pack-of-8","provider":"Advantage Catering Equipment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}