Eliminating the Extremes
What about Glass 1? While it allows plenty of swirling space, it is simply too little. Unless you are doing a professional tasting with multiple samples, this small pour will warm up too quickly and won’t feel satisfying.
That leaves Glass 2 and Glass 3—the real debate begins.
Many people instinctively choose Glass 2 because it reaches the midpoint of the glass and looks visually balanced. However, the widest part of the bowl plays a key role in aroma development.
