The manufacturing process

In the northern part of Lower-Austria the tradition of glass blowing goes back to the early 14th century. The Zalto family, a glassmaking dynasty whose roots reach back to Venice, settled down in this region six generations ago. Since then Zalto has been producing high quality mouth-blown glass in Neunagelberg and has made a name for itself among bon vivants beyond all borders.

The development of the  Denk`Art series was as influenced by the earth as by the universe beyond. The curve of the bowls are tilted at the angles of 24°, 48° and 72°, which are in accordance to the tilt angles of the Earth. The ancient Romans utilized this triumvirate of angles with their supply repositories, finding that produce stayed fresh for a longer time, and that it also showed improved taste. Due to these cosmic parallels, Zalto believes that a wine can reach its utmost potential in a Denk`Art glass, developing everything that is possible in the nose as well as on the palate.

Technical perfection is the basic principle of the Zalto Glass Manufactury. Zalto Glasses have always been produced following a tradition of using only the most highly skilled glass-blowers working with a selection of the best raw materials. This tradition, and the resulting fineness of each glass, echoes the delicate virtuosity of the great Venetian glass artists of the Renaissance.

The unique attributes

From the first touch, each Zalto glass distinguishes itself from all other glasses.  From the perfectly executed balance to the extraordinary design, the achievement of the Denk'Art line are glasses that seem nearly too delicate to hold, and yet they are made for just that.  This is glassware that stands at the rarefied point where form meets function.  This is art.

The glasses of the Zalto Glass House are not only about design.  They are produced without the addition of lead oxide and are resistant against clouding. 

Despite its feather-light weight and delicate edges, the Denk'Art series of glasses maintains all the best attributes of a modern day glass as far as care and longevity are concerned.  Denk'Art glasses may be washed in the dishwasher and should be considered your everyday glass as well as the glass to use for your most special occasions.