Sensational Sips: 4 Bangkok Restaurants Using World-Class Wine Glasses

Wine lovers realise the importance of glassware. The right glass can bring out the best qualities in a wine, highlight key notes, enhance aromas and deliver impressive, lasting finishes.

Since its debut in 2009, Lucaris has catered to Thailand’s most discerning wine aficionados with its world-class crystal glasses, which unite Eastern expertise and Western know-how.

Lucaris Crystal glasses are a collaborative effort between Ocean Glass, Toyo-Sasaki Glass and award-winning German designer Martin Ballendat. Their combined knowledge and skills have resulted in the ultimate quality crystal glasses – glasses that are lead-free, yet share the same physical aesthetics as conventional lead-based crystal.

The crystal also results in exceptional clarity and brilliance, as well as superb extra strength and durability.

Lucaris Crystal glasses have been meticulously crafted to the smallest details. Laser-cut rims offer a sumptuous feel. The crystal-clear glass allows wines to express their visual appeal. And the oversized bowls perfectly release every wine’s distinct aroma and nuance.

The key innovation is the Aerlumer®, a patented engraving of five curled lines at the glass bowl bottom, which encourages micro-oxidation and softens the wine as it is gently swirled. To avoid obstructing assessment of the wine’s colour, the signature curl lines are intentionally subtle as well.

Wine and food aficionados, especially throughout Asia and Europe, have rated Lucaris Crystal glasses among the world’s finest, comparable to stemware from major European brands. And many leading Bangkok bars and restaurants trust in Lucaris to translate gastronomic wonders into a truly memorable wine and dine experience.

Visit these four restaurants to discover how Lucaris Crystal glasses elevate food and wine pairings.

M Krub

M Krub at Mahanakhon Cube is the ultimate private Chinese dining experience. A favourite among gourmands and celebrities, M Krub entices its patrons with a unique East-meets-West concept: contemporary Chinese flair meets premium ingredients sourced from around the world. The signature dish, Japanese supreme sun-dried abalone, perfectly expresses this contemporary style.

M Krub also offers a huge wine list to complement the kitchen’s culinary creations. With such diverse characters and styles of wine, M Krub has selected Lucaris Shanghai Soul Bordeaux Grande glasses, designed with the extra-large bowl to elevate taste and aroma.

CRU Champagne Bar

Savour panoramic views of Bangkok from CRU Champagne Bar, set on the 59th floor of Centara Grand at CentralWorld.

Available nowhere else in Bangkok, CRU exclusively serves its signature G.H. MUMM N° 1 Pink Champagne. Lucaris Hong Kong Hip Champagne Glasses bring the best out of these fresh, crisp and fruity bubbles.

Wine Republic Bar & Bistro

A fixture on the Bangkok wine scene, the luxe Wine Republic Bar & Bistro on Thonglor 10 has long been a venue of choice for wine lovers and gourmands.

The black décor and warming retro lighting makes it an ideal spot to indulge in international and Thai cuisine, as well as 200 labels of fine wines from around the world. Upstairs offers more privacy for small groups and a romantic little nook by the window for couples.

The diverse expressions of wines offered at Wine Republic are enhanced by several series of Lucaris Crystal glasses. Lucaris Desire Robust Red glasses soften the young, full structure of Wine Republic’s reds, resulting in the perfect flavour and aroma.

Amano

This modern fine dining restaurant on Sukhumvit 39 offers Italian dishes creatively made with premium quality ingredients.

Maine lobster, exotic mushrooms and European cheeses make for delectable gastronomic delights, as does the signature Smoked Salmon and Crab Meat salad. All these Italian classics pair beautifully with a selection of fine wines – and there are many to choose from at Amano.

Lucaris Shanghai Soul Beaujolais glasses enhance the characters of light, elegant reds, such as Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon or Zinfandel. Crisp whites that pair with seafood, meanwhile, retain their freshness and aroma Lucaris glasses.

Restaurants and bars interested in trying Lucaris glassware can sign up for a trial here.

For more information, please visit lucariscrystal.com or e-mail jiraphat@oceanglass.com

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