“I prefer to decant wines, both young and old. It is a sign of respect for old wines and a sign of confidence in young wines…”
- Christian Moueix

Wine decanters aren't just about looking good (which this one definitely does), they also serve a practical purpose.  Carefully decanting an older wine will leave the sediment in the bottle, not in your glass while decanting a younger wine will expose it to oxygen and open up the aromas and flavors.

Don't just take my word for it - try it yourself!