Vincent wrote:

> Additionally, we seem to be entertaining larger groups of friends these days
> (or there are just more wine drinkers than there used to be) -- our seven
> IKEA glasses (one broke) are no longer enough. Saw something about "Riedel"
> here a few weeks ago, checked out the prices, and decided to go to IKEA once
> again. However, this "Spiegelaus" does look like it would be not only
> affordable, but add a little elegance too. But I do have a few questions
> before I place my order through amazon.com....

Places like Costco and Sam's have excellent sales on Riedel glasses from
time to time. I bought a set of 8 Bordeaux glasses from Costco for $72
after spending $68 each for Burgundy glasses from a wholesaler.