Champagne flutes are glasses made especially for the bubbly drink, champagne. These glasses are typically tall and narrow, with a long stem. Champagne flutes are structured this way in order to keep the drink fizzy. The small opening of the flute does not allow for much escape of air, thus letting the drink bubble for the entirety of its stay in the glass.http://www.champagneflutes.co.uk/

There are many types of champagne flutes. Some have the traditional narrow opening while others flare out into a wide opening from the stem.http://www.notcot.com/archives/2009/05/veuve-clicquot-8.phpEach type of glass gives a different desired effect. An alternative to the champagne flute is the coupe. Shaped more like a bowl, this glass prioritizes taste and body of the champagne, rather than preserving its bubbly nature.http://www.champagneflutes.co.uk/

Most champagne flutes are made of crystal. Some flare out and then back in and some rise straight up towards the top of the glass.http://www.notcot.com/archives/2009/05/veuve-clicquot-8.php Some flutes aren't even all that narrow.http://wineclubweb.com/champagne-glasses.shtml

While the traditional and most preferred material for making champagne flutes is crystal, there are cheaper options out there. Plastic flutes do exist and cut down the cost of champagne glasses quite a bit. Regular glass flutes are available as well.http://wineclubweb.com/champagne-glasses.shtml Some people purchase engraved champagne flutes. These are typically reserved as gifts for weddings or other celebrations.http://www.champagneflutes.co.uk/Other flutes have designs painted onto them.http://www.notcot.com/archives/2009/05/veuve-clicquot-8.php