Frequently Asked Questions

Why has the name been changed?

The name was changed because of a juristic dispute with a competitor in Germany. This dispute was about the former name and a slogan in the advertising for the glasses. The distribution of the glasses was never subject at court.

Is the shape of the glass an important part of the Sensisplus feature?

The shapes of the glasses have been designed for their respective beverages. The Sensisplus Technique is an additional feature added to the glasses.

Does any other company make a Sensisplus Glass?

No! The Sensisplus Glass has been developed by Eisch and only Eisch has the Know How to produce these glasses.

 

What is the effect of a Sensisplus glass on a wine?

Wine poured in Sensisplus glasses becomes more harmonious and complex, with better balance and greater elegance. The original character and structure of the wine are preserved, while its aromas and flavors become more expressive and generous.

 

How is the Sensisplus glass produced?

The Sensisplus Glass gets a special Sensisplus treatment at the end of the production process.

 

How does the Sensisplus treatment work?

The Sensisplus process is a company secret. It is a purely physical process. There is no chemical treatment and no chemical coating.

Is the surface of the glass altered by this?

No! The surface of the glass remains unchanged.

Is the wine itself changed by the Sensisplus glass?

No! The wine's character and structure remain the same, while its aromas and flavors become more expressive and generous.

Who is Ronn Wiegand?

Ronn Wiegand is an internationally known wine expert, living in the US (California). He is one of only very few people world-wide who hold the titles "Master of Wine" AND "Master Sommelier".

What does Ronn Wiegand say about the Sensisplus glasses?

Ronn Wiegand was the first wine expert to try the Sensisplus glasses. He summarized his findings in a letter. He says that he was sceptical at first but then tasted 30 different types of wine in the Sensisplus glasses and said they were "remarkable! – Congratulations on a real contribution to the enjoyment of wine."

Who is Robert Parker?

Robert Parker is the world’s most famous wine critic. His opinions are widely followed around the world.

What has Robert Parker to do with the Sensisplus glasses?

In October 2004, Robert Parker led a major tasting at the Culinary Institute of America in Napa Valley to raise money for student scholarships (25th Anniversary Celebration of Robert Parker´s Wine Advocate). At this event, the wines were tasted primarily from Sensisplus glasses from Eisch. This was the first public appearance of the Sensisplus Glass worldwide.

How should a comparative tasting between a Sensisplus glass and a standard glass be done?

It is recommended that you use the same size, shape and model of Eisch glass for this comparison, one the "standard" glass, the other the Sensisplus glass. If the Eisch „standard“ glass is not available, use a glass from another manufacturer that is as close as possible in shape, size and volume to the Sensisplus glass. Make sure that the glasses were cleaned the same way: by hand and rinsed in clear warm water.

Open the bottle right before the tasting. Pour the same quantity of wine in both glasses, then wait for a few minutes. Taste the wine in the Sensisplus glass and compare it to the "standard" glass.

Do you have to be a wine expert to taste the difference?

No! Any wine lover will taste a difference! But please be advised that the impact is most dramatic with high quality wines, not inexpensive jug or box wines.

Does this work with red wine only?

No! The Sensisplus Glass works with other wines, too. Ronn Wiegand noted that it worked almost as well with young white wines as with red wines.

Is there a distinguishing mark on each glass?

Yes. Every Sensisplus glass has a specific label on the goblet and a sandblasted mark (wave) on the base of each glass:

 

How is the "Superior Sensisplus" line produced?

Most of the glasses of the “Superior Sensisplus” line are produced fully automatic with the most advanced technology available. Only the big cognac and the blue water glass are produced by hand. This is why the price of these is higher.

Does the Sensisplus Glass work with other beverages too?

Yes! The Sensisplus glass works very well with many other beverages. Spirits, especially those that have been wood aged (Cognac, Scotch Whisky, Armagnac, Calvados), are enhanced by being served in Sensisplus glasses, as are fruit juices with pronounced acidity (orange, pineapple, lemon). There are also Sensisplus glasses for beer, champagne and espresso.

Is the decanting carafe now unnecessary?

No! For older wines with sediment, decanters are still recommended. Some people like the looks of decanters and consider them essential tools of fine wine service.

Will the Sensisplus glasses lose the specific effect one day?

No! It will keep this attribute permanently.

How should Sensisplus glasses be cleaned?

There are no special cleaning requirements. Wash them as you would other quality crystal glasses.

Can Sensisplus glasses be cleaned in the dishwasher?

Yes, undecorated Sensisplus glasses can be cleaned in the dishwasher without any problem. The Sensisplus effect does not get lost in the dishwasher. If the glasses are decorated by painting or the like, please follow the particular care instructions.

How are Sensisplus glasses packed?

The glasses are packed 6 to a carton. Beside that there is a special gift tube containing one glass per tube and a white gift box of 2 as well as the gift box “Cuveé” containing 2 glasses and a free space for a bottle of wine to be added.

What PoP materials are available for presentation of the Sensisplus glasses?

For the Eisch family, life and glass are inseparably linked to nature. Erwin Eisch's glass art is poetic, pictorial, plastic, and bizarre. He gave wings to the fantasy of glass artists and painters, and made the "Poetry in Glass" series a world-wide success: Artistic metamorphoses that gained worldwide fame.