Universal Wine Tasting Glass Designed to Reveal the Full Aromatic Expression of Wine
Designed by L’Atelier du Vin and crafted in Germany by Stölzle Lausitz, L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line is a universal wine tasting glass that reveals the full expression of every wine with exceptional precision and aromatic clarity.
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L’Exploreur® 655 is a universal wine tasting glass designed to reveal the full expression of every wine. Combining exceptional finesse with the patented French Nervure des Arômes®, this lead-free crystal wine glass enhances aromatic expression with remarkable clarity, precision and balance.
Designed for professional sommeliers and passionate wine enthusiasts alike, L’Exploreur® 655 accompanies every tasting with exceptional accuracy, allowing each wine, whether red, white or rosé, to express its unique aromatic character.
Where Every Aroma Finds Its Full Expression
At the heart of L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line lies an exclusive French innovation: the patented Nervure des Arômes®.
Discreetly integrated into the glass, this signature innovation is enhanced with microscopic glass beads. As the wine is gently swirled, they create controlled movement that encourages a richer exchange with oxygen. Aromatic compounds are released more readily, allowing the bouquet to unfold with greater intensity, precision and depth.
The wine’s most expressive aromas become more clearly defined, while subtler notes, often hidden in a conventional wine glass, gradually emerge, revealing new layers of aromatic complexity.
Developed through years of collaboration between wine experts, designers and master glassmakers, the Nervure des Arômes® gives L’Exploreur® its distinctive character, bringing together innovation, exceptional craftsmanship and the art of wine tasting.
Inspired by Nature. Perfected Through Innovation.
Why does sea spray release such an intense fragrance when waves crash against the rocks?
Because every impact breaks the water into countless microscopic droplets, releasing a greater concentration of aromatic molecules into the air.
This natural phenomenon inspired the creation of the Nervure des Arômes®. By guiding the wine’s natural movement inside the glass, it encourages the optimal release of aromatic compounds without altering the wine itself, allowing every nuance of the bouquet to emerge with greater fidelity.
An elegant reminder that a wine glass is far more than a vessel, it plays an essential role in every tasting experience.
Rediscover the Tasting Ritual
L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line invites you to rediscover one of wine tasting’s essential rituals, revealing the wine’s full aromatic personality with every swirl.
First Nose
Bring the glass to your nose without swirling the wine.
This first impression reveals the wine’s most volatile aromas, its earliest aromatic expression. At this stage, only a small proportion of the aromatic molecules naturally reaches the olfactory senses.
Second Nose
Then gently swirl the wine with a smooth, generous movement.
As the wine comes into contact with the Nervure des Arômes®, its aromatic profile immediately evolves. The bouquet gains depth, individual aromas become more clearly defined, and new layers of aromatic complexity begin to unfold.
Every tasting becomes clearer, more expressive and more faithful to the wine’s unique personality.
Deepen Your Appreciation of Wine
Understanding a wine begins with understanding its aromas, how they evolve and how they come together in perfect balance.
Explore our expert advice to refine your tasting skills through a sensory journey into the art of wine tasting, then discover the diversity of aromatic families with our Wine Aroma Guide.
L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line has been created to accompany that journey of discovery, one glass at a time.
One Wine Tasting Glass. Every Style of Wine.
From vibrant whites and elegant rosés to structured reds, L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line has been designed as a truly universal wine tasting glass.
Its generous 655 ml capacity gives every wine the space it needs to breathe, while the carefully balanced shape naturally concentrates aromas towards the nose.
Its exceptional finesse creates an almost imperceptible sensation on the palate, allowing the wine to take centre stage.
Whether for professional tastings or memorable moments shared around the table, a single glass elegantly accompanies an extraordinary diversity of wines and aromatic profiles.
Crafted Through Two European Traditions of Excellence
L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line is the result of a shared pursuit of excellence between two houses united by a passion for craftsmanship and innovation.
For more than a century, L’Atelier du Vin has created objects dedicated to the Art of Living with Wine, combining expertise, innovation and timeless design.
Founded in 1889, Stölzle Lausitz is internationally recognised for its outstanding glassmaking expertise. Each glass is crafted in Germany from lead-free crystal, offering exceptional brilliance, remarkable durability and complete dishwasher safety.
The meeting of French innovation and German glassmaking craftsmanship has given rise to a wine tasting glass of exceptional precision, one that is as rewarding to use as it is to admire.
Wine Glass Features
Universal wine tasting glass
Individually crafted in Germany
Dishwasher safe
Lead-free, toxin-free and fully recyclable crystal
Ultra-fine glass
Nervure des Arômes®: patented French invention. International patent.
Microscopic glass beads designed to enhance aroma diffusion
Featherweight stem for balance and elegant handling
Wine Glass Dimensions
Capacity: 655 ml
Height: 254 mm
Diameter: 95 mm
Weight: 140 g
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a universal wine tasting glass?
A universal wine tasting glass is designed to reveal the qualities of a wide range of wines. Its shape balances aroma concentration, oxygenation and tasting comfort. L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line can therefore be used to appreciate red, white and rosé wines, as well as certain Champagnes.
How does the Nervure des Arômes® enhance wine tasting?
The Nervure des Arômes® is a patented invention by L’Atelier du Vin. Together with its microscopic glass beads, it guides the wine’s natural movement inside the glass and encourages the release of aromatic molecules. From the second nose, aromas gain intensity, precision and complexity.
Why should you swirl wine in the glass?
Swirling increases the surface area of the wine exposed to air. This gradual oxygenation allows aromatic compounds to express themselves more fully. In L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line, the Nervure des Arômes® enhances this natural movement.
Is L’Exploreur® 655 – Aroma Line suitable for every type of wine?
Yes. Its universal design makes it suitable for tasting most still wines, including reds, whites and rosés.
Why is the glass so lightweight?
Weighing just 140 grams, L’Exploreur® 655 offers an exceptionally light feel. Its featherweight stem and ultra-fine construction provide comfortable, balanced handling while keeping the wine at the heart of the experience.
What is the difference between the first nose and the second nose?
The first nose involves smelling the wine before swirling it, revealing its most volatile aromas. The second nose follows after the wine has been swirled. This movement brings forward richer, more complex aromas, further enhanced by the Nervure des Arômes®.





