Riedel Decanter Reviews – 10 Most Popular for 2024

Wine is a sensory experience, and nothing adds intentionality and an upscale feel to this experience more than a Riedel decanter. With over 250 years of experience crafting wine decanters, Riedel has mastered the art of wine to the nth degree. Each crystal decanter from this reputable glassmaker is a brilliant work of art. Their entire catalog is designed to make decanting wines pleasurable and rewarding.

Specialty models such as the Riedel Mamba decanter feature tight coils that open up young wines in minutes. Wait, it gets better. Each bespoke piece is handcrafted and mouth-blown by a highly skilled craftsman. Adding a Riedel wine decanter to your arsenal attests to your heightened enlightenment and sophistication.

We’ve compiled a list with the top 10 of the best crystal decanters from Riedel in 2022, guaranteed to help your wine bloom and mature.

Molded to resemble a fierce striking serpent, the Riedel Mamba crystal wine decanter is just as efficient in aerating your red wine. It comprises delicate curves that violently- but graciously – swirl the wine to accelerate the aeration process.

The bespoke red wine decanter is a must-have for a wine enthusiast with a flair for the dramatic. It’s an arresting centerpiece that showcases your refined sophistication without even trying. The secret lies in its craftsmanship, a tall spout, and lethal dual chamber functionality. The elegant crystal decanter is masterfully crafted so you’ll never spill accidentally spill a drop, under, or overpour. 

Use an underhand grip to grab the perfectly balanced serpentine Riedel decanter by its tail swirl it some to aerate the wine before pouring. It may take a few tries to master the art of smooth pour that rivals the decanter’s beauty and elegance.

Beautiful, elegant, practical, and multipurpose, there’s so much going on with the Riedel Horn Decanter. It’s a decanter unlike any other Riedel wine decanter you’ve ever encountered. The Riedel Horn decanter also doubles as a musical instrument. A bulbous body makes it perfect for decanting wines and producing musical notes.

It’s the ultimate way to blend your two loves – red wine and music. Once you’ve emptied the beautiful, handcrafted, and curvy decanter – no small feat because it can hold more than three wine bottles – you can further impress your guests with your musical prowess.

Hosting a fancy, intimate dinner with a loved one or family or any other occasion that calls for mature red wine? A Winewings wine decanter is the ultimate choice when breaking out fine wine. The exquisite decanter is masterfully crafted for a slow pour. Gently decant the wine into the wide and short opening and pour out from its soaring neck.

The long travel through the exquisitely long spout measuring 23.26 inches let you aerate wine to perfection. An extra-long neck also means you can refill the glasses from across the table – no need to get up. This crystal decanter is a beautiful piece of art that pairs well with your high-end Winewings wine glasses. These large-sized wine glasses double as mini-decanters due to their large flat shapes at the bottom.

Molded to resemble a harp in honor of Amadeus Mozart, this u-shaped decanter is a masterpiece out to change the way you aerate wine. Besides paying homage to Mozart’s musical genius, the Riedel Amadeo decanter was designed to mark Riedel’s 250 years in wine glass making.

It’s simple and elegant, yet the practical design oozes class and sophistication – the embodiment of any true wine experience. With its graceful U-shaped design and gentle curves, the Riedel Amadeo decanter aerates young and mature wine. Quickly empty the young wine and carefully decant the mature wine.

A gracefully curved and narrow spout makes pouring the wine a smooth, classy affair. You’re guaranteed never to spill a drop of your expensive white or red wine.

The Riedel curly crystal decanter is the ultimate showpiece. It soundlessly screams wine connoisseur by simply oozing class, style, and sophistication. It’s just as beautiful as it’s functional. True to its name, this curly decanter is an aeration powerhouse thanks to its curvy design.

The curly design makes the decanter an outstanding showpiece while perfectly aerating and allowing your vintage to bloom. The curls make the decanter a conversation starter while increasing the distance the wine travels for superior aeration.

Only have a few hours to throw a surprise but lavish dinner? You’ll love the Ayam crystal decanter. The dual decanter function on this stylish yet functional showpiece is designed to accelerate the aeration process. Its unique design – inspired by the Ayam hen – aerates the wine as you pour it in and out of the decanter. Its unique groundbreaking design drastically lowers the then you need to open up your young white and red wine.

Created by Maximilian J. Riedel, the Ayam decanter marries beauty and functionality. It’s designed to aerate young reds and white wines intensely, and this process is readily evident. You’ll hear loud gurgling when you pour wine into and out of the decanter. The sounds signify the intensity of the oxygenation process as the red wine opens up to let you savor every last drop. Surprisingly, you can hand the Ayam crystal decanter from the table’s edge if you’re running out of space. 

The Riedel Boa decanter is another offering from Riedel’s serpentine series. Like the Mamba, the Boa crystal decanter is designed to open up young wines quickly. It comprises several tight coils, creating chambers that aerate your wine quickly while removing every last drop of sediment from your red wine.

The boa decanter rides high to let the wine drop, swirl around an axis, and pass through several chambers at high speed. The pouring process creates an intense oxygenation that opens young wines in minutes. The Boa delivers superior results when decanting wines since the sediments sink to the tail section.

The horse decanter is among Riedel’s less complicated decanter designs. It combines everything you love about a Riedel wine decanter – quality, craftsmanship, and value – with handling dexterity. Despite standing almost two feet tall, this decanter is designed for one-handed pouring.

The horse profile is decorative, functional, and commemorative. It adds to the decanter’s overall appeal, serves as the handle, and debuted in 2014 to commemorate 2014, the year of the horse as per the Chinese zodiac calendar. Planting your thumb into the indented horse design gives you a firm grip on the almost two-foot-tall Riedel decanter. The long spout and conical base allow for quick aeration. You can accelerate the process by gripping the decanter and swirling the wine.

You’ll love the black tie decanter if fine wine is part of your dinner ritual. The black tie decanter is handcrafted and mouth-blown to resemble a bass instrument. The sleek, elegant curves give it an iconic look that makes the Riedel decanter stand out on your shelf or dinner table. The black tie closely resembles the Amadeo wine decanter, but it pours in and out from the same opening.

The decorative spout is narrower and curves low, while the pour spout is also gently curved to facilitate the aeration process. The unique design ensures your wine gets just the oxygen needed to release its aromas and flavors. You can confidently leave your red wine in this decanter for 2 to 3 days and it won’t oxidize.

Get the Tyrol decanter from Riedel if you’re not big on handwashing wine decanters. This dishwasher-safe Riedel decanter keeps a low but arresting profile on your dinner table. It’s designed to almost lay on its side at an angle to maximize wine aeration. The large pour spout that tapers down to the decanter’s body increases the wine’s exposure to oxygen.

The Tyrol is another commemorative decanter from the Riedel company. The low-profile, high-capacity Riedel decanter is named after a state in Austria, where the Riedel family currently lives. Like every decanter from Riedel, the Tyrol is a work of art that makes a bold statement in any setting.

Transform Your Wine Experience with a Riedel Decanter

Don’t short-change your taste buds when sipping your favorite vintage. Decanting wines in a Riedel wine decanter allows them to mature faster, releasing their distinct flavors and aromas. Each crystal decanter from Riedel is a delectable work of art carefully designed to help you decant and aerate wine. A Riedel decanter is a must-have for all wine enthusiasts as they make a bold statement and turn each sip into a rich, savory experience.