Sometimes wine needs more than simply being opened

You have chosen a good bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot or a mature Bordeaux. You have brought the wine to the right temperature, opened the bottle, and now comes the moment you bought it for.

Then there is one more question: what glass do you pour it into?

The COCOON (Crystal) Bordeaux Wine Glass [STÖLZLE] 746ml is designed for red wines that need space. Its generous bowl allows the wine to interact with air and provides plenty of room for swirling, while the upper section of the distinctive COCOON shape helps concentrate the aromas.

You do not need to be a sommelier to notice that a good wine deserves more than a glass chosen at random.

Why is a Bordeaux glass so large?

746ml may sound enormous when compared with the amount of wine normally served in a glass. But this is where one of the most common misunderstandings about wine glasses appears.

The capacity of the glass is not the amount of wine you are supposed to pour into it.

In a generous Bordeaux glass, the wine occupies only part of the bowl. The remaining space allows you to swirl the wine comfortably and increases its contact with air, helping its aromas to open and develop.

With complex, full-bodied red wines, this empty space is not wasted. It is part of the way the glass is designed to work.

Which wines suit the COCOON Bordeaux 746ml?

This type of glass is particularly well suited to full-bodied, structured red wines with character.

• Cabernet Sauvignon – particularly mature, structured and concentrated wines;
• Merlot – for generous styles with ripe fruit and structure;
• Cabernet Franc – especially more complex and structured examples;
• Bordeaux blends – blends based on the classic Bordeaux grape varieties;
• Fetească Neagră – for mature, full-bodied and well-structured styles;
• other intense red wines that benefit from a generous bowl and increased contact with air.

This does not mean that every red wine needs such a large Bordeaux glass. For more delicate wines or wines with a different aromatic profile, another bowl geometry may be more appropriate.

What about Fetească Neagră?

Fetească Neagră can be produced in very different styles, so the answer depends on the wine.

For a young, light and highly fruit-driven Fetească Neagră, such a generous Bordeaux bowl is not necessarily required.

For a mature, full-bodied and structured Fetească Neagră, particularly a wine with greater complexity and maturation, COCOON Bordeaux can be a very interesting choice.

The bowl gives the wine room to breathe, while its generous dimensions make it easy to swirl the wine and observe how its aromas evolve as it spends time in the glass.

The COCOON shape: space below, concentration above

The COCOON design is not simply about creating an unusual-looking wine glass.

The geometry of the collection uses different areas of the bowl for different purposes. The generous lower section provides room for aeration when the wine is gently swirled, while the upper section helps direct and concentrate the aromas.

For a complex red wine, this creates an interesting combination: space for the wine to open without allowing its aromas to simply disappear into a completely open bowl.

A glass that changes the appearance of the table

COCOON Bordeaux has a capacity of 746ml and stands approximately 26cm tall. It is not a discreet wine glass.

And that is precisely one of its strengths.

The generous bowl, fine walls, slender stem and curved silhouette give it a striking visual presence. On a simple dining table, six COCOON glasses can become one of the elements that define the entire setting.

It is the kind of glass you notice before asking which wine is being served.

At home, that matters. A premium wine glass does not only have to contribute to the wine experience; it can also become part of the atmosphere of the dinner itself.

Award-winning design with a real purpose

The COCOON collection received a German Design Award 2024 and was subsequently recognised with a Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025.

Its distinctive shape was not created for visual effect alone. The COCOON concept combines room for aeration in the generous section of the bowl with aroma concentration towards the upper section.

The development of the collection also incorporated experience and feedback from sommeliers, winegrowers and consumers.

For the person buying the glass, the conclusion is simpler: the striking design also has a genuine function in the way the wine is served and enjoyed.

Is a premium Bordeaux glass worth buying for home?

If you drink red wine only occasionally and it does not matter much which glass you use, there are simpler and less expensive options.

But if you enjoy choosing wines, discovering new producers, keeping a few good bottles for a special dinner or simply want the table to look exceptional when friends come over, the difference begins to make sense.

You do not need to be a collector or a wine expert.

If you invest in a good bottle of wine, it makes sense to have a set of glasses that gives it the right space and looks worthy of what you are serving.

Why six glasses?

The price is displayed per piece so that the value of each glass is easy to calculate and compare with other models. The product itself is sold in multiples of 6 pieces.

For home use, six glasses make a practical set. Perhaps tonight you are opening a bottle for two, but when friends or family come over, you already have six matching glasses and a coordinated table setting without having to mix different designs.

After all, a good bottle of wine is often even better when it is shared.

For restaurants, hotels and wine bars, the 6-piece ordering unit also simplifies purchasing, stock replenishment and maintaining a consistent table setting.

COCOON Bordeaux or Burgundy – which should I choose?

This is one of the most important questions when choosing a large red wine glass.

Choose COCOON Bordeaux for full-bodied, structured red wines with pronounced tannins, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux blends or a mature and powerful Fetească Neagră.

Choose COCOON Burgundy when the priority is a different style of aromatic expression and you want a bowl developed for wines that benefit from the characteristic geometry of a Burgundy glass.

In other words, we should not choose only according to the size of the glass. We choose the shape according to the wine.

COCOON Bordeaux or a Universal glass?

If you want a single glass for several different drinks and everyday use, a universal glass is the more practical choice.

If full-bodied red wines are among your favourites, however, COCOON Bordeaux is a much more specialised option.

A well-planned home collection can be very simple: COCOON Universal for water and COCOON Bordeaux for red wine. You get two different functions while maintaining the same distinctive COCOON design language across the table.

What do you get compared with a cheaper wine glass?

If your only requirement is a vessel from which to drink wine, there are obviously less expensive glasses.

COCOON Bordeaux is intended for the buyer looking for more: lead-free crystal, fine walls, an elegant stem, a generous bowl designed around structured red wines and a distinctive silhouette that visibly changes the presentation of the table.

There is no reason to pretend that a glass can turn an ordinary wine into an extraordinary one. It cannot.

But a good wine served in the right glass can be explored and presented more effectively, and the experience begins before the first sip.

For the home or professional hospitality?

Both.

At home, COCOON Bordeaux is for people who appreciate wine, design and an elegant table, including those occasions when friends or family come over.

For restaurants and wine bars, the generous bowl provides a premium presentation for important red wines on the wine list and can contribute to a more distinctive service experience.

For hotels, tastings and events, its recognisable design creates a contemporary premium presentation, while dishwasher compatibility makes it suitable for repeated professional use.

How much wine should you pour into a 746ml glass?

You should not fill the glass anywhere near the rim. Quite the opposite.

With a Bordeaux glass, an important part of the design is precisely the empty space left above the wine. This allows comfortable swirling and greater interaction between the wine and air.

That is why a 746ml glass can be completely appropriate for a normal serving of wine. The large capacity describes the total volume of the bowl, not the recommended serving size.

Care and cleaning

The glass is made from lead-free crystal and is dishwasher safe.

Because of its fine walls, generous bowl and slender stem, we recommend positioning the glasses carefully in the dishwasher so that they cannot knock against each other or other objects during the washing cycle.

Avoid abrasive sponges, hard brushes and cleaning materials that could scratch the crystal surface.

Technical specifications

• Collection: COCOON;
• Line: Prestige Line;
• Brand: STÖLZLE Lausitz;
• Type: stemmed Bordeaux / full-bodied red wine glass;
• Capacity: 746ml;
• Material: lead-free crystal;
• Height: approx. 259mm;
• Maximum diameter: approx. 105mm;
• Weight: approx. 150g;
• Made in: Germany;
• Production: machine-made;
• Care: dishwasher safe;
• Ordering unit: multiples of 6 pieces;
• For information: 24 pieces / box.

Frequently asked questions

Which wines are suitable for the COCOON Bordeaux 746ml?
It is particularly well suited to full-bodied and structured red wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Bordeaux blends. It can also be an excellent choice for a mature, full-bodied and complex Fetească Neagră.

Is 746ml too large for a wine glass?
No. 746ml is the total capacity of the glass, not the amount of wine that should be poured. The empty space inside the bowl allows the wine to be swirled and interact with air, which is an important part of the function of a Bordeaux glass.

Is it suitable for home use or only for restaurants?
It is suitable for both. At home, it is an excellent choice for red wine lovers who want an elegant matching set for dinners and entertaining guests. In professional hospitality, it provides the presentation and functionality required for premium wine service.

Can I use COCOON Bordeaux for Fetească Neagră?
Yes, particularly for mature, full-bodied and structured Fetească Neagră. For very young and lighter styles, a less voluminous wine glass may be sufficient.

What is the difference between a Bordeaux and a Burgundy glass?
Both can have generous bowls, but their geometry is different and they are designed around different wine styles. Bordeaux glasses are particularly suited to structured, full-bodied red wines, while Burgundy geometry is intended for wines with different aromatic and structural characteristics.

Why choose this glass instead of a cheaper one?
Because it combines lead-free crystal, fine walls, a generous bowl, a shape designed around the aeration of structured red wines and the distinctive COCOON design. If you invest in good wine and also care about the serving experience and appearance of the table, these differences become meaningful.

Why is it sold in multiples of 6 if the price is shown per piece?
Displaying the price per piece makes it easier to calculate and compare the value of each glass. The product is sold in multiples of 6 pieces, a practical quantity both for entertaining guests at home and for professional purchasing.

Is it dishwasher safe?
Yes. The glass is dishwasher safe. We recommend careful positioning to prevent the glasses from touching each other during washing.