{"product_id":"riedel-restaurant-decanter-merlot-6-pack","title":"Riedel Restaurant Decanter Merlot (6 Pack)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  *{box-sizing:border-box;}\n  body{font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Roboto,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;color:#333;margin:0;padding:0;font-size:16px;}\n  .container{width:100%;margin:0;padding:0;}\n  h2{color:#557B97;font-size:22px;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:15px;}\n  h3{color:#557B97;font-size:18px;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:15px;}\n  h4{color:#557B97;font-size:16px;margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:10px;}\n  p{margin-bottom:15px;}\n  ul{padding-left:20px;margin-bottom:15px;}\n  li{margin:8px 0;}\n  a{color:#678989;text-decoration:none;}\n  a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:rgba(85,123,151,0.15);border-left:4px solid #557B97;padding:15px;border-radius:5px;margin-bottom:15px;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eQuick Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e Riedel Restaurant Merlot Decanter (set of 6), 970ml, 240mm tall, 115mm diameter. Carafe profile suited to everyday table wine service and special occasions alike. 750ml fills to the widest point. Machine-made lead-free crystal. 1,500-cycle dishwasher certified. Trade-only.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:rgba(85,123,151,0.15);border:1px solid #557B97;padding:15px;border-radius:5px;text-align:center;margin:15px 0;font-size:14px;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eJump to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#qa-1446-14\" style=\"color:#678989;text-decoration:none;margin:0 8px;\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/a\u003e |\n    \u003ca href=\"#specs-1446-14\" style=\"color:#678989;text-decoration:none;margin:0 8px;\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/a\u003e |\n    \u003ca href=\"#care-1446-14\" style=\"color:#678989;text-decoration:none;margin:0 8px;\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/a\u003e |\n    \u003ca href=\"#guarantees-1446-14\" style=\"color:#678989;text-decoration:none;margin:0 8px;\"\u003eGuarantees\u003c\/a\u003e |\n    \u003ca href=\"#faq-1446-14\" style=\"color:#678989;text-decoration:none;margin:0 8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color:#557b97;\"\u003eDecanter Merlot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Riedel Restaurant Merlot Decanter (1446\/14) occupies the practical middle ground in the Restaurant decanter range: a carafe silhouette that works equally well for everyday wine service and more considered occasions, in a set-of-6 format suited to high-frequency restaurant use. At 970ml with a 115mm body diameter, a standard 750ml bottle fills the decanter to approximately the widest point with 220ml of headspace for breathing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe classic contours are elegant without being theatrical, making the Merlot Decanter at home on a casual restaurant table as well as a more formal setting. Machine-made in lead-free crystal, certified for 1,500 commercial dishwasher cycles, sold in sets of 6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eKey features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile carafe silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e The classic carafe shape sits comfortably in any dining setting from casual to formal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e115mm body for effective aeration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide enough to provide meaningful aeration for Merlot and other medium-to-full-bodied reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e750ml to the widest point:\u003c\/strong\u003e A standard bottle fills the 970ml decanter to the widest point of the body where surface area is greatest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElegant everyday design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic contours read as considered service in any setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1,500-cycle dishwasher certification:\u003c\/strong\u003e EN 12875-1\/2 certified for sustained commercial service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet of 6, trade-only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Restaurant-format case quantity for operations running a regular decanting programme\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv id=\"qa-1446-14\" style=\"background:rgba(85,123,151,0.15);border-left:4px solid #557B97;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#557b97;margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat Restaurant Professionals Ask About This Product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:15px;border:1px solid #557B97;border-radius:5px;padding:15px;background:white;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:bold;cursor:pointer;color:#557b97;font-size:16px;padding:5px 0;min-height:44px;display:flex;align-items:center;\"\u003eIs the Merlot Decanter the same shape as the Cabernet Decanter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThey share a family resemblance but differ in scale. The Cabernet Decanter (1440\/13) is 1050ml with a 124mm diameter, sold individually. The Merlot Decanter (1446\/14) is 970ml with a 115mm diameter, sold in sets of 6. The Merlot format is slightly more compact and suited to regular high-frequency service across a full set. For everyday decanting across a full restaurant, the set of 6 is more practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:15px;border:1px solid #557B97;border-radius:5px;padding:15px;background:white;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:bold;cursor:pointer;color:#557b97;font-size:16px;padding:5px 0;min-height:44px;display:flex;align-items:center;\"\u003eWhat wines suit the Merlot Decanter beyond Merlot?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe 970ml carafe format suits any medium-to-full-bodied red that benefits from aeration: Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Malbec, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, and Grenache blends all work well. For particularly tannic young wines where maximum aeration is the priority, the wider-shouldered Cabernet Decanter provides more surface area per volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:15px;border:1px solid #557B97;border-radius:5px;padding:15px;background:white;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:bold;cursor:pointer;color:#557b97;font-size:16px;padding:5px 0;min-height:44px;display:flex;align-items:center;\"\u003eCan this decanter be used for white wine service?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eYes. Full-bodied oaked Chardonnay, White Burgundy, and Viognier all benefit from decanting. The slim-profile Mosel Decanter (1416\/03) is more practical for white wine service that requires chilling after decanting, as its fridge-door-compatible profile makes refrigeration straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:15px;border:1px solid #557B97;border-radius:5px;padding:15px;background:white;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:bold;cursor:pointer;color:#557b97;font-size:16px;padding:5px 0;min-height:44px;display:flex;align-items:center;\"\u003eHow many dishwasher cycles is this rated for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eEN 12875-1\/2 certified for 1,500 commercial dishwasher cycles, corresponding to 10+ years of normal restaurant service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8f9fa;border-left:4px solid #557B97;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:20px 0;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#557b97;margin-top:0;\"\u003eThe Everyday Decanter: Making Decanting a Standard Rather Than an Occasion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe case for a set of 6 decanters is the case for making decanting a standard part of wine service rather than a special occasion. When decanting requires retrieving a single vessel from storage and presenting it with ceremony, it becomes an occasional gesture reserved for special bottles. When a set of 6 is in regular rotation through the dishwasher and available for any table at any service, it becomes a practical standard that elevates the everyday wine experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Merlot Decanter's carafe silhouette is chosen for exactly this versatility. It does not look out of place with a mid-week house red any more than it does with a more serious bottle. The classic lines communicate care without theatrics, and the 970ml capacity is large enough to aerate a standard bottle effectively without the footprint of a larger format decanter that might feel disproportionate at a casual table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor operations that want to offer decanting as a standard rather than an upsell, a set of 6 Merlot Decanters in regular dishwasher rotation is the practical, unpretentious way to do it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv id=\"specs-1446-14\" style=\"background:#f8f9fa;padding:15px;border-radius:5px;margin:15px 0;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#557b97;margin-top:0;font-size:18px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Riedel Restaurant Decanter\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU \/ Item Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1446\/14\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set of 6\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 970ml (Single bottle 750ml (total 970ml))\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240mm (9 1\/2\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 115mm (4 1\/2\")\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lead-free crystal glass\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machine-made\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDishwasher Certification:\u003c\/strong\u003e EN 12875-1\/2 certified for 1,500 cycles\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpected Lifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10+ years under normal restaurant service\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Malbec, Sangiovese, and medium-to-full-bodied reds\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional restaurant and bar use (trade-only)\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv id=\"care-1446-14\" style=\"background:#f8f9fa;padding:15px;border-radius:5px;margin:15px 0;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#557b97;margin-top:0;\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Use Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDishwasher Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e EN 12875-1\/2 certified for 1,500 cycles. Position at an angle so water can enter the neck and drain freely. Rinse with warm water before loading to remove wine residue. For wine staining, use decanter cleaning beads with warm water before the dishwasher cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e The carafe silhouette provides a natural grip at the neck. Wipe the pour lip with a clean cloth between pours to prevent dripping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreakage Planning:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-15% annually in commercial service. The set-of-6 format ensures adequate inventory coverage for regular rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv id=\"guarantees-1446-14\" style=\"background:rgba(85,123,151,0.15);border:1px solid #557B97;padding:15px;border-radius:8px;margin:15px 0;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"margin-top:0;color:#557b97;font-size:18px;\"\u003eWhy Buy From The Riedel Shop?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAs specialist Riedel retailers, we stock the full Riedel Restaurant programme and can advise on building a complete glassware solution for your operation. The Restaurant Decanter range is designed for professional restaurant and bar use; we can help you identify the right products for your specific service context. Available exclusively to trade customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch4 style=\"color:#557b97;font-size:16px;margin-top:15px;\"\u003eOur Guarantees to You\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"list-style:none;padding-left:0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"color:#000000;font-weight:500;margin:8px 0;\"\u003e✓ No Quibble Returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"color:#000000;font-weight:500;margin:8px 0;\"\u003e✓ Half-Price Accidental Breakage Replacement (2 Years)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"color:#000000;font-weight:500;margin:8px 0;\"\u003e✓ Price Match Guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theriedelshop.co.uk\/pages\/guarantee\" style=\"color:#678989;text-decoration:none;font-weight:500;\"\u003eRead our full guarantee policy →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv id=\"faq-1446-14\" style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#557b97;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:15px;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:5px;padding:15px;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:bold;cursor:pointer;color:#557b97;font-size:16px;padding:5px 0;min-height:44px;display:flex;align-items:center;\"\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eStandard delivery to mainland UK addresses typically takes 3-5 working days. For urgent orders, contact us to discuss expedited options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:15px;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:5px;padding:15px;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:bold;cursor:pointer;color:#557b97;font-size:16px;padding:5px 0;min-height:44px;display:flex;align-items:center;\"\u003eCan I return products if they don't suit our operation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eWe offer a no quibble return guarantee on unopened cases in original packaging. We recommend ordering one case to trial the product before committing to larger quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:15px;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:5px;padding:15px;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:bold;cursor:pointer;color:#557b97;font-size:16px;padding:5px 0;min-height:44px;display:flex;align-items:center;\"\u003eDo you offer volume discounts for larger orders?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eFor restaurants and groups requiring significant quantities, contact us to discuss volume pricing and delivery arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom:15px;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:5px;padding:15px;box-sizing:border-box;width:100%;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:bold;cursor:pointer;color:#557b97;font-size:16px;padding:5px 0;min-height:44px;display:flex;align-items:center;\"\u003eIs this product available to home customers?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThis product (SKU 1446\/14) is designed for trade and professional use. Consumer equivalents may be available through Riedel's retail channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Riedel","offers":[{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":57023768691071,"sku":"WP102424","price":143.64,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0367\/6871\/0793\/products\/riedel-decanter-merlot-decanter-532.jpg?v=1772023485","url":"https:\/\/theriedelshop.co.uk\/products\/riedel-restaurant-decanter-merlot-6-pack","provider":"The Riedel Shop - Wine Glass Specialists","version":"1.0","type":"link"}