Why do different types of alcoholic drinks have different glasses? Do they change the taste of the drink?

Question

I watch a lot of Real Housewives (feel free to judge, its a guilty pleasure) and they are incredibly judgmental and particular if they are served wines, etc in improper drinkware. Does it actually make a difference in anything or are they just being sticklers to be sticklers?

EX) White wine in a red wine glass or champagne flute vs a white wine glass

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Answer 1

As you suspect, it’s mostly bullshit. But the reasoning behind it is mostly how much of your nose is inside vs. outside the glass as you sip, so you get a specific taste-to-smell ratio.