Riedel Ultra Magnum Decanter 70 Oz #7053
Decanting old wines just a few moments before they are served helps to ensure that the wines' clarity and brilliance are not obscured by deposits and sediment.
Decanting old wines just a few moments before they are served helps to ensure that the wines' clarity and brilliance are not obscured by deposits and sediment.
- Enhances the enjoyment of wine with drama and flair
- Ensures old wines' clarity and brilliance
- Allows young wines to bloom and develop
- Mouth-blown from lead-free crystal
Riedel Ultra Magnum Decanter 70 Oz (P/N 2400/13). Decanting young wine several hours before they are served allows the wine to bloom and attain a stage of development that normally requires years of aging. Made from lead-free crystal.
Brand: Riedel
UPC: 9006206310036
Size: 10 3/4h (in)
Weight: 5.7 lbs
Capacity: 70 ounces
Material: Crystal
UPC: 9006206310036
Size: 10 3/4h (in)
Weight: 5.7 lbs
Capacity: 70 ounces
Material: Crystal
How does the quality of Riedel's new lead-free crystal compare to its 24% lead crystal glass?
Riedel recently began the process of converting all of its glassware from lead to lead-free glass crystal, and eventually all of Riedel's glassware will be lead-free. We compared lead vs the lead-free (Sommelier Bordeaux Grand Cru glasses side by side, and found it difficult to distinguish between the glasses. It seemed like the lead-free glasses had thinner stems and rims, while the 24% lead glasses seemed slightly heaver in the hand. There was no discernable difference in the balance, clarity or construction of the glasses.
Riedel recently began the process of converting all of its glassware from lead to lead-free glass crystal, and eventually all of Riedel's glassware will be lead-free. We compared lead vs the lead-free (Sommelier Bordeaux Grand Cru glasses side by side, and found it difficult to distinguish between the glasses. It seemed like the lead-free glasses had thinner stems and rims, while the 24% lead glasses seemed slightly heaver in the hand. There was no discernable difference in the balance, clarity or construction of the glasses.
Ratings & Reviews
2 Reviews
Impressive decanter
Stunning conversation and centerpiece for table settings. Striking size that holds a lot of wine and makes it easy to swirl. It is the best quality decanter I have seen, absolutely worth the price.
Hans
6/16/2015
Maximum aeration
I have always like the classic "ships decanter" style for maximum aeration. Ships Decanters were used on many a voyage from the old country. The sturdy wide base would keep it from tipping and rolling around the Captain's table. This is the decanter I use for very old big reds.
Georgiana D.
6/17/2015