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Riedel Swan Decanter #2542
Details
Few decanters earn a second glance the way the Riedel Swan does. At nearly two feet tall, its elongated neck sweeps down into a wide, open base in a silhouette that reads as sculpture before it reads as barware — and yet the form is entirely purposeful: wine travels through that narrow pour spout slowly, aerating as it goes, while the broad bowl gives it room to open. Mouth-blown from lead-free crystal, it brings the kind of radiance and clarity that makes a deep Cabernet look as good as it tastes.
Best For
- Bringing a tannic red to its full expression before dinner guests arrive
- Giving a host gift that doubles as a table centerpiece without saying a word
- Decanting an older vintage slowly to preserve clarity and let sediment settle
- Setting a considered, unhurried tone at a dinner table where presentation matters
Features
- Open U-shaped body: The wide, curved basin exposes wine to air across a broad surface area, accelerating aeration for tannic reds. Sediment also settles visibly in the base, so you can stop pouring before it reaches the glass when serving older bottles.
- At 23½ inches tall, this is among the tallest pieces in Riedel’s decanter range. Check overhead clearance before filling and factor in storage height before purchasing.
- Capacity is 26 oz, approximately one standard 750 ml bottle.
- The slender, elongated neck narrows to a small opening for a directed, controlled pour.
- Mouth-blown lead-free crystal throughout.
- The sculptural silhouette reads the same whether empty or full, so it functions as a table focal point before the first glass is even poured.
Pairs Well With
- Decanter cleaning beads or a long flexible cleaning brush. The curved U-shaped interior cannot be reached with a standard bottle brush.
Specs & Resources
Brand: Riedel
UPC: 9006206311385
Size: 23 1/2h (in)
Weight: 10 lbs
Capacity: 26 ounces
Material: Crystal
FAQs
Will the Riedel Swan Decanter hold a full bottle of wine?
A: The Swan Decanter holds 26 ounces, which is just enough to take a standard 750ml bottle (approximately 25.4 oz) in a single pour. It is sized for one bottle at a time, making it best suited for an intimate dinner rather than a large gathering where you might be opening multiple bottles.
How is the Riedel Swan Decanter made, and what material is it?
A: It is mouth-blown from lead-free crystal (Riedel part number 2007/02). The mouth-blowing process is what gives the Swan its fluid, sculptural form — the dramatically elongated pouring spout and the open, curved horseshoe-shaped base are shaped by hand, which means no two pieces are exactly alike in their fine details.
Does the Swan Decanter work for both young and aged wines?
A: Yes, and it is genuinely suited to both. The wide, open base maximizes the wine’s surface area, giving young wines room to breathe and develop in the glass. For older wines, the elongated spout allows a slow, controlled pour that preserves clarity and brilliance without disturbing any sediment that has settled in the bottle.
How tall is the Riedel Swan Decanter, and how does it look on a table?
A: The Swan stands 23½ inches tall — significantly taller than most decanters in this category. The height is not incidental; it is central to the design. Combined with the swan’s-neck spout and the open crescent body, it reads more like a sculpture than a serving piece when sitting on a sideboard or dinner table.
Is the Riedel Swan a practical everyday decanter or more of an occasion piece?
A: It is both, though its scale and form make it best appreciated when it has an audience. The 26 oz capacity, lead-free crystal construction and elongated pour spout all serve real function — aeration, clarity and a smooth controlled pour. But at 23½ inches tall and mouth-blown by hand, it is the kind of piece you bring out when presentation matters as much as performance.
