The Durand Corks Crew

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This instrument combines the technology of a corkscrew with an awl, making it the perfect tool for all wine lovers who want to open their old bottles without damaging the cork. Basically, the lengthy spiral paired with the two prongs makes it possible to secure the cork, and prevent damage, while the non-slip handle ensures a firm grip when pulling the cork out.” A screw corkscrew is the simplest corkscrew and probably the most widely used. It is a simple metal rod with a tip at the end, which is inserted into the cork. By turning the corkscrew, the cork is pulled out of the bottle. Screw corkscrews are easy to use and inexpensive, but they often require some force to pull out the cork. We appreciate how this corkscrew has been dependable during its years of service. Compared to our prior wine opener, the two-tiered fulcrum is a stroke of genius. Plus, we like the visual value added by the resin side panels. We recommend this time-tested, reliable, and straightforward winged corkscrew for people without experience using corkscrews. Consistent performance is ensured by its sharp worm and mechanical gear screw that secures it onto the cork.

HIGH-QUALITY MATERIALS: A combination of solid stainless steel and rosewood makes it durable and beautiful. The ultimate corkscrew for mature wine, the Durand helix and blades will ensure the safe and swift removal of fragile corks in mature and premium bottles of wine. The proper use of the Durand will prevent fragile corks from crumbling or snapping ensuring that your wine is not compromised by cork remnants. If the wine is old and delicate, you shouldn't pour it all the way out, just until the cork has gotten out and landed on the cloth. As a result of the filtration procedure, the wine will be exposed to air, which will hasten the oxidation process. 3. What is an Ah-So wine opener?With BLADES on either side of STABILIZER BAR, insert first the “long” then “short” BLADE between the cork and bottle. If you’re seasoned at swinging open bottles, the Pulltap Professional Corkscrew is bar none. Affordable, high-functioning, and built to last, it’s a workhorse option for every occasion. If you want an option with a bit more pizzazz, BarVivo’s Professional Corkscrew with a wood handle adds elegance to a standard waiter’s key. The structure of this double-hinged corkscrew makes it easy to remove corks, and we find it more efficient than other wine openers. The key's construction is sturdy, and the silver plating and wood grain pattern on the grip give it an air of sophistication. For many of us, we have learned the hard way that even when wines are stored in the most ideal conditions, corks can become brittle with age. This is a common occurrence with older bottles and a broken or damaged cork is not indicative of an issue with the quality of the wine, so special tools have been developed to aid in removing old corks without damage. The Durand is the only tool you’ll need! Richard Vayda, Director of Wine Studies at the Institute of Culinary Education, is particularly fond of the waiter's corkscrew. “As you learn right away as a wine steward, these corkscrews are easily portable and generally very reliable openers.” He adds, "Unlike many other openers, they also sport a knife to cut the capsule on the bottle and usually a crown bottle opener for those moments where you must have a beer.”

If your product arrives incomplete or missing some parts, we will opt to send out the missing parts and a technician to fit them. Instead of completely removing the cork, the Coravin wine system is outfitted with a Teflon-coated wine needle that sails through the cork and allows you to remove a glass of wine at a time (without airing out the whole bottle). “The system helps me cherish special bottles of wine for a really long time, seeing how they change and evolve," says Acheson.

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For wine enthusiasts, it’s a great way to do comparative tastings or enjoy just a taste of a specific wine without committing to a full bottle. While the initial price is hefty, note that it allows you to work through more special bottles without opening the full thing. (Though, the cost of refilling canisters can get pricey.) If your wine-drinking situations are more everyday and straightforward, then this expensive product isn't for you. A wing corkscrew has two side wings that fold upward. The corkscrew is inserted into the cork and the wings are pressed down to pull the cork out of the bottle. Wing corkscrews are easy to use and require less force than screw corkscrews, but they can sometimes have difficulty removing old or brittle corks. Use the Durand only on likely old and fragile corks - The Durand is intended only for that use, and is not appropriate for use as a general corkscrew. The Durand is an absolute essential for anyone who enjoys opening and drinking older wines. The Durand is simply a must-have." Antonio Galloni, Vinous.