Only 1756 pieces of the Figaro will ever exist worldwide, each engraved on the base with its own individual number. The figure is deliberately chosen: 1756 is both the year Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born and the year the Riedel glassworks itself was founded, which makes the edition number doubly significant to anyone who appreciates either. Once the edition closes, this exact Figaro design will never be produced again.

Both, deliberately. The Figaro is sculptural enough to live on a sideboard or open shelf between occasions, and many owners do display it that way, where the stripe design and lyre silhouette work as a piece of table art in their own right. But it is also a properly functional decanter, balanced for confident pouring and sized for a standard bottle. The handmade crystal asks for careful handling rather than nervousness; it is built to be used, and the experience of decanting from a piece this beautiful is much of the point.

The Amadeo is designed to let wine breathe properly without overwhelming more delicate bottles. It comes into its own with powerful young reds (Cabernet, Syrah, Barolo, Châteauneuf-du-Pape) where the wide bowl gives tannins room to soften, but it also pours mature wines gently and elegantly, so an older Burgundy or aged Bordeaux is just as much at home. The narrow neck keeps the pour controlled, which matters for wines you would rather not splash about.

Yes, in most cases the difference is genuinely audible at the table. With young reds the change can be dramatic: tightly knit tannins begin to soften, and aromas that were closed in the bottle open up within twenty to thirty minutes in the decanter. With older wines the effect is gentler, more about pouring the wine cleanly off any sediment and letting it settle than transforming it. The Amadeo's wide base maximises the wine's contact with air, which is the mechanism doing the work, and the shape simply makes the ritual feel more considered while it does so.

It is one of the more memorable wine-related gifts for an occasion of that weight. The individually engraved edition number gives it the feel of a one-off piece rather than something off the shelf, and the dual significance of 1756 (Mozart's birth, Riedel's founding) gives the gift a story to tell on the day. The Riedel presentation box is well finished and arrives ready to give as it is. For a significant anniversary in particular, the limited edition aspect means it is the sort of piece that will not become routine in someone's cupboard.

Standard delivery to mainland UK addresses typically takes 3-5 working days and is free for orders over £49. Next day delivery may be available for £9.95 on orders placed before 1pm Monday to Thursday, depending on your location and our stock levels. Limited edition pieces such as this decanter are packed with additional protective material to keep them safe in transit.

Our no quibble return guarantee covers goods even after use, as long as the decanter comes back in resaleable condition and in its original Riedel gift box. Please wrap or box it appropriately for transit so the handmade crystal and tall shape are protected on the journey back.

If the decanter is broken accidentally within 2 years of purchase, we will replace it at half the current retail price, subject to proof of purchase and evidence of the breakage (a photo is fine). Because the Figaro is limited to 1756 pieces, like-for-like replacement depends on remaining edition stock. If the edition has sold out by the time you need a replacement, we will talk you through the closest available Amadeo piece.

These are expected in handmade Riedel crystal and are not faults. Each Amadeo is shaped by hand by Riedel's master glassmakers using traditional techniques, and small variations, fine bubbles, or subtle surface marks are part of how the piece is made. They are also part of why each decanter ends up subtly different from the next, which is much of the appeal of handmade crystal over machine-made glassware.

Warm water, careful rinsing, and a soft cloth for the exterior are all you need for routine cleaning. Because of the Amadeo's dramatic lyre shape, cleaning beads (including the Riedel Bottle Cleaner) are best avoided, since they can become trapped in the curves and difficult to remove. For stubborn wine staining, a long-handled decanter brush with soft bristles works well. Stand the decanter inverted on a clean cloth or drying rack until it is fully dry inside before storing.

It depends on the wine and on your taste, but as a starting point, young tannic reds tend to open up well over 30 to 60 minutes, while older, more delicate wines often need only a few minutes to settle after being poured off any sediment. The Amadeo is designed to work across that range, so it is a forgiving choice whether you drink mostly young reds, mature bottles, or a mix of both.

The decanter arrives in a Riedel-branded presentation box, which is well finished and looks ready to give as it is. Most customers keep the box afterwards, both for storage between occasions and because the tall handmade shape deserves careful protection when it is not on the table.

Each Figaro carries the Riedel mark and is individually engraved on the base with its edition number out of 1756. The Riedel presentation box and accompanying documentation also confirm authenticity. Every decanter sold through The Riedel Shop is genuine and sourced directly from Riedel.

Edition numbers are allocated by Riedel, so we cannot promise a particular number from the 1756-piece run. If a specific number matters to you, perhaps a significant year, an anniversary, or a birthday, get in touch before ordering and we will tell you what we currently have in stock.

Once the edition closes, the Figaro design will not be produced again. Other Amadeo decanters remain available as part of Riedel's wider collection, but they will not carry the Figaro stripe motif or the 1 of 1756 engraving.

Yes. Our price match guarantee applies with the usual conditions: the competing item needs to be identical in specifications, collection, edition, and packaging, available with the competitor on the day, and stocked by a UK retailer. Limited edition pricing tends to be consistent across authorised Riedel retailers, but we are always happy to check a specific listing if you have spotted one.