The Escargot Decanter takes on the shape of a snail, as its name already alludes to. Curvaceous and sculptural, it is a singular shape that has not yet been seen in wine containers. Carafes are typically tall and wide. By contrast, the Escargot Decanter is short and long.
Created by Reidel, a studio known for their atypical carafe designs such as the Swan, Paloma and Black Tie wine holders, the Escargot Decanter is based on the double aeration effect. The first aeration takes place when the wine is poured into it while the second takes place when the wine is poured out it, creating "a bubbling gurgle when the air is forced though the neck of the Escargot decanter," according to Reidel.
Snail-Like Carafes
The Escargot Decanter by Reidel is Short and Sculptural
Trend Themes
1. Sculptural Carafes - The unique shape of the Escargot Decanter presents opportunities for designers to create more sculptural and artistic carafe designs.
2. Short and Compact Containers - The departure from traditional tall and wide carafes opens up possibilities for more compact and space-saving container designs.
3. Double Aeration Effect - Exploring the two-step aeration process seen in the Escargot Decanter can lead to innovations in wine decanting techniques and devices.
Industry Implications
1. Tableware - The Escargot Decanter trend can inspire new designs and concepts in the tableware industry, especially in the carafe and decanter segment.
2. Wine Accessories - There is an opportunity for wine accessory manufacturers to develop unique and eye-catching decanter designs like the Escargot Decanter.
3. Art and Sculpture - Artists and sculptors can draw inspiration from the Escargot Decanter trend to create visually striking and functional art pieces that incorporate wine or beverage elements.