Has Riedel cocked-up this decanter design?

[n4sir]

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You guys know by now that I love my tacky packaging, but it was still a bit of a surprise that Riedel released this rather phallic design for their Black Tie Smile Decanter. Maybe they had this one in mind for Gentlemen's clubs?

That said, it could have (amazingly) looked even more tacky...

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[wiggum]

That's Hilarious

[Bobthebuilder]

They all come out on Mardi Gras night

[Ozzie W]

[asajoseph]

I own one of these (the first one, not the second!!!!). We requested one as a wedding gift, and were happy to be given it. I didn't realise until I got it out of the box what a balls-up I'd made.

[phillisc]

They all come out on Mardi Gras night

10CC pours perhaps

Agree dreadfully tacky, can just imaging the uproar if the opposite was produced.

Cheers
Craig

[n4sir]

Some satisfied customer reviews from an online retailer:

Dudley Dawson - Fits the Bill!
June 23, 2013

I bought this decanter because the one i had previoulsy didn't look enough like a dick and balls. This one has the perfect balance of falic charm and function. I would reccomend this decanter to anyone who enjoys a big glass ballbag resting ever so elegantly on their dinner table. Riedel you did it again!


Jon B - Once you go Black Tie decanter, you'll never go back!
June 23 2013

Wine service can seem so stiff sometimes. This decanter puts the excitement back into it.

Pouring wine from this decanter requires a delicate but strong touch. Take care to gently cup the base while moving your other hand along the length of the decanter to support it. Don't pour too quickly, or you'll spill wine all over the table and your clothes.

Note that it is normal for a few drops of wine to linger at the tip of the decanter -- just wipe it clean Or, if you're feeling uninhibited, lick it off!