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Fusion Infinity Chardonnay / Chablis Wine Glasses (Set of 4)

Taking elegance and strength to the next level. Fusion perfects the latest trend in upscale dining, taking the best qualities of the Fusion Classic line and enhancing them with a sleeker shape and a taller stem. Brilliant European crystal is fused with super-strong magnesium to form a break…
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Our Price: $69.95   
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By aschaef

from Decatur, GA

About Me Bargain Hunter, Practical, Connoisseur

Verified

Tough enough

 
4.0

Pros

  • Comfortable To Hold
  • Durable
  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Attractive Design

Cons

  • Misleading warranty

Best Uses

  • Informal Dining
  • Anytime
  • Formal Dining

Prior to buying these, we were using Riedel Vinum glassware. To my mind, Riedel is superior from the standpoint of focusing wine's flavor. It really is true that wine out of Riedel tastes better. That being said, the drawback of Riedel is that it breaks rather easily due to the thinness of the glass. With Riedel being a few dollars higher a stem than Fusion, the costs mount rapidly. I have banged Fusion glasses against cabinet shelves, the granite countertop edge around the sink, and the faucet spout in the sink, and am amazed each time that they don't break from an impact that (usually) destroys a Riedel. The Fusion glasses are not clunky, though. The glass IS thicker than Riedel, but not enough to make them look or feel cheap. They look lovely on a formal table. They hold up well in the dishwasher. Fusion glasses are very tall. The Cab glasses are 10 1/2 inches tall and the Chardonnay are 10 inches, versus 9 and 8 inches respectively for Riedel Vinum. The Chardonnay glasses fit fine in our dishwasher, but the Fusion Cab glasses are just a hair too big to fit well on the top rack. Last but not least, the warranty is only for glasses that break spontaneously (e.g. from the heat in the dishwasher). If you drop them or bang them against something and they break you are out of luck. Not a dealbreaker for me, but I think it should be more clearly stated in the ad copy.


By Anonymous

from VA

Verified

Loved the shape but disappointed.

 
1.0

Pros

  • Durable
  • Unique
  • Comfortable To Hold
  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Attractive Design

Cons

  • WE logo etched on base

Best Uses

  • Anytime

Disappointed that WE logo is etched on base. Appears as a white smudge on base of glass; like a dirty spot or as though you forgot to remove the sticker. It cheapens the glass. Makes it seem like a souvenir glass that you got from an event. Very upset.


By None

from Chciago, IL

About Me Practical, Bargain Hunter, Stylish, Connoisseur

Verified

Very Nice

 
4.0

Pros

  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Attractive Design
  • Comfortable To Hold

Cons

Best Uses

  • Anytime

Everyday use


By Ruthie

from Knoxville, TN

About Me Connoisseur, Stylish, Practical

Verified

Quality glasses

 
5.0

Pros

  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Unique
  • Attractive Design
  • Comfortable To Hold

Cons

Best Uses

  • Formal Dining
  • Anytime
  • Special Occasion
  • Informal Dining

Based on someone's suggestion I purchased the Chardonnay glasses intending to use for Merlot. Great suggestion. They are about the same size as my Riedel (red) glasses. These show their unique shape when filled. I love using them - love everything about them. I have put them in dishwasher and washed by hand.


By d

from san francisco

Verified

good quality and excellent value

 
4.0

Pros

  • Comfortable To Hold
  • Attractive Design

Cons

Best Uses

  • Informal Dining

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By Jeff

from Grand Rapids, MI

About Me Frequent Entertainer, Stylish, Practical

Verified

Beautiful but too big for me

 
2.0

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Comfortable To Hold

Cons

  • Very tall

Best Uses

  • Infrequently due to size
  • Special Occasion

These glasses are beautiful and have a nice feel/balance. They were problematic for us for two reasons: 1) They are really tall and didn't fit into our Miele dishwashers. 2) The bowls are very large and would easily enable "over-drinking" without even being aware it was happening.


By Deal mama

from MN

About Me Frequent Entertainer, Bargain Hunter, Stylish, Practical, Connoisseur

Verified

Love them

 
5.0

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Durable
  • Comfortable To Hold
  • Dishwasher Safe

Cons

Best Uses

  • Special Occasion
  • Formal Dining
  • Informal Dining
  • Anytime

These are very nice glasses. It is so nice to have stylish stemware that is durable.


By MD

from Melrose

About Me Frequent Entertainer, Stylish

Verified

didn't last long

 
2.0

Pros

  • Comfortable To Hold
  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Attractive Design

Cons

  • Difficult To Clean
  • Too Delicate

Best Uses

  • Anytime

Looked beautiful, nice design, hard to clean inside, broke in two weeks.


By foodie

from Hartland, WI

About Me Stylish, Connoisseur

Verified

Great visual!

 
4.0

Pros

  • Durable
  • Attractive Design
  • Comfortable To Hold

Cons

  • Difficult To Clean

Best Uses

  • Informal Dining
  • Anytime

- These glasses really show off the wine - Great for any occaision from everyday to entertaining - These maybe dishwasher safe but they don't fit on the top shelf and are unstable on the bottom shelf. - I don't mind hand washing and drying so I am very happy with the purchase.


By foodiegirl

from napa, ca

About Me Stylish, Frequent Entertainer, Connoisseur, Practical, Bargain Hunter

Verified

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

fantastic

 
5.0

Pros

  • Dishwasher Safe
  • Durable
  • Attractive Design
  • Comfortable To Hold

Cons

Best Uses

  • Commercial
  • Special Occasion
  • Formal Dining
  • Anytime

tipped them over onto wooden coffee tables and tile kitchen counters---with no shattering or damage whatsoever.




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