The tulip shape was developed specifically for wines where aroma is everything. The slightly flared bowl with a narrower rim concentrates delicate floral and fruit notes, allows for aeration, and directs the wine to the center of the tongue to maintain its crisp, acidic profile. Studies show the tulip glass can increase aroma perception by up to 30–35% compared to a classic wine glass. The pulled-stem technique produces a thinner, more lightweight bowl, and visible ripple lines from the glassblowing process make each piece unmistakably Simon Pearce.