Georg Riedel, CEO of Riedel Crystal of North America and 11th generation glassmaker joined us May 3, 2013 for HWI’s signature fundraiser which supports the groundbreaking research being conducted at the institute.

Is it possible that the shape of a glass can actually make wine or scotch taste better? A little more than a decade ago, that notion would have been scoffed at, even by winemakers and connoisseurs. Twenty years ago, the Riedel name was largely unknown in the United States.

Today the Riedel glassmaking company is internationally known for being one of the finest crystal makers in the world and their company CEO came to Buffalo for the fifth year to showcase their crystal and to raise funds for Hauptman-Woodward.

We are grateful to all who have supported the event in the past and hope you join us again for this signature event. Hauptman-Woodward is honored to have Emily Constantine Doren and Trent Voelkl and Anthony Pandolfi as co-chairs for the 2013 Riedel Wine Glass Tasting Experience.

A special thank you to the members of the Riedel Commitee, all the Volunteers, HWI staff, Riedel Crystal, Kevin LoVullo, Cash Cunningham and Abino Mills Glassworks.

Photos from 2013's
Riedel Event