Though flutes and coupes are popular for serving sparkling wine, there are several reasons you might prefer a regular glass.

Imagine more than 6000 bottles of the country's best wines all in one room. Now, describe what it looks like.

For those starting out there is no shortage of standard 18th century wine glasses with plain funnel ... This realised £90,000 in Bonhams’ 2011 sale of glass from Hubbard’s collection. Lesser wares ...