There are many styles of wine glasses.
For practical reasons, only three or four wine glass styles would be needed to properly serve wine. There are nearly as many styles of glasses as there are types of wines. Some glasses are designed specifically for one type of wine. Whether wine is a hobby or a simple pleasure, pouring it into the right glass adds an elegant touch when serving guests.
Flute
The flute-style glass is used to serve champagne. Usually it holds 6 to 7 oz. and stands 8 1/2 inches tall.
Saucer or Coupe
The saucer or "coupe" is also used for champagne, but does not sit as tall as a flute. It is roughly 5 1/2 inches in height, but can hold nearly 9 oz. of champagne. According to online resource Sizes, this type of glass has fallen out of favor as the wide shape encourages the champagne to go flat sooner.
Cordial or Liqueur
Cordial glasses are used to serve after-dinner liquors. Holding only 2 oz., they are roughly 4 inches tall.
Red Wine Glass
Red wine glasses can hold anywhere from 9 to 14 oz. of red wine. It is big enough to allow swirling of the wine, but narrows towards the top to concentrate the aroma. This style is often used as an all-purpose glass, according to Best Wine Glass.com.
White Wine Glass
The white wine glass is smaller than the red and can hold anywhere from 8 to 12 oz. of white wine. The white wine glass is smaller than the red because there is less need to aerate white wine and is designed to keep the wine cooler longer.
Burgundy Glass
The burgundy glass is larger than the red wine glass and a balloon-shaped bowl. It can hold roughly 14 oz. of burgundy. These glasses are designed for maximum exposure to air for a big, full wine.
Sherry Glass
The sherry glass is a small style about 6 inches high. It can hold roughly 6 oz. of sherry and has a conical shape..
Port Glass
The port glass is a smaller version of the red wine glass. It is about 6 inches high and traditionally holds 6 1/2 oz. of port.
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