Lets start by saying this is the perfect size to fit a bottle of scotch.The decanter is build well, has nice weight, looks great, is a great size, and as the picture on Amazon shows looks great with liquor in it.The only problem I have is what looks like a little dent on the side. It's not very noticeable, but upon cleaning with hot water I was able to see this 'dent', which could easily be part of the crystal making process.
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Ravenscroft Crystal Taylor DecanterProduct Description: Handcrafted by the most highly committed European craftsmen, Ravenscroft Sommelier Decanters are produced from ancient mineral deposits free of impurities. Using such raw materials eliminates the need to add lead in order to produce brilliant crystal. A flared spout prevents spillage.
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Ravenscroft Crystal combines the qualities of old-world European craftsmanship with a modern understanding of how the shape of a wine glass can significantly enhance the tasting experience. Ravenscroft glassware designs are developed out of the deepest respect for great wine and are hand blown in nearly 30 different styles; each of which are the result of thousands of years of glass making trial-and-error. Their ultimate goal is to enhance the bouquet and taste of the wine or spirit for which it was made.
The world's most famous enologist, once said, "A wine glass should be invisible." In this spirit, Ravenscroft's mission is to produce the most transparent, lightweight wine glasses possible. Their delicate stemware delivers a whisper-light, sensuous hand and mouth feel. Each glass is shaped to perfectly control the palate attack, delivering a pure essence with minimal distraction.
"Pure, Clean Crystal" Over the past four decades, wine and spirits glass design has experienced a renaissance. Recently, scientists discovered the dangers of lead crystal, most significantly when storing wine and spirits for an extended period in decanters, allowing lead to leach into the contents. Originally, lead oxide was added to glassware as a manufacturing aid. Now, technology has progressed to the point where the addition of lead delivers little or no value to the wine enthusiasts' experience. Despite increasingly stronger industry warnings, several of the world's top stemware manufacturers continue to use lead in production.
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This is a good looking decanter, and the punt at the bottom makes it unusual.One 750 ml bottle reaches about the widest portion of the decanter, so this decanter provides maximum aeration.Finally, the price is great!Can't find anything nearly as nice for even close to the price.While this is not crystal -- and if you leave your wine or port in the decanter for very long, you should not use lead crystal, as the lead can leach into the wine -- it is still very nice to look at.Highly recommended
