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Wine Openers- 6 Styles Reviewed
Waiter Corkscrew
This is probably the most ubiquitous wine opener in the world,
and the ultimate in simplicity. This tool features a design that
allows the entire tool to fit in your pocket, and as such has
become the overwhelming favorite of wait staff and picnic goers.
There are three essential parts that all fold out from the body
of the tool: the corkscrew itself, a lever that acts as a
fulcrum on the top of the bottle, and a small foilcutter to cut
the foil from the top of the bottle. No wine cellar would be
equipped without one at a minimum for backup. To use the opener
simply remove the foil from the neck with the knife, twist the
corkscrew fully into the cork, and then place the lever on the
top of the bottle and pull the cork up and out. Some devices
feature two shoulders on the lever in order to maximize
leverage, in this case use the one halfway down the lever first,
finally use the top shoulder to get the cork the rest of the way
out.
Wing style
Here is another very popular type of wine opener. Using the
mechanical advantage of a lever and gear, this device makes
uncorking a bottle easier than a typical cork puller. While the
price is a little higher than the waiter style, it is a great
choice for the home user or anyone that does not wish to wrestle
with a wine bottle. Simply rest the bottom of the opener on the
top of the bottle, screw the corkscrew into the cork, and then
push the levers down and they will lift the cork out. This could
be the second most important accessory for the wine lover,
second only to the wine glasses. These models come in a wide
selection of metals including nickel-plated steel, or plastic.
It is highly recommended to buy only heavy-duty metal types as
they are more solid and will last for years.
Lever Pull
This type was made famous by the brand named "The Rabbit", and
it does make very quick work of opening wine bottles. Featuring
a clamp you hold around the neck of the bottle with one hand,
and a lever that plunges then pulls the corkscrew with the
other. This gizmo efficiently removes a cork in just seconds. If
you have a lot of wine to open, you will certainly find this
toll useful. But be aware that this premium product comes at a
premium price. A quality lever pull wine opener will cost up to
$100 or above.
Twist Corkscrews
A two piece corkscrew with no levers, clamps, or hinges makes
this one of the easiest and our favorite corkscrew for every day
use. Use the device by first placing the bottom "seat" on top of
the wine bottle. The corkscrew piece then slides into a guide
hole in the top and is automatically centered on the cork. Begin
twisting and the screw first drives into the cork, than it stops
against the shoulder of the seat and as you continue twisting it
lifts the cork clear. Broken corks are pratically impossible
when using this style, as are cork pieces floating in the wine
when completed. And at prices less than $50.00, this is in the
top 10 accessories for any wine buff.
Uncorking Machines
If you have an entire room reserved just for your wine
collection, than you are likely ready for an uncorking machine.
With the simple pull of a lever in one direction, you will be
able to twist the corkscrew in, and then pull it out of the
bottle. Reverse direction and the cork will spit out and you are
ready to do it again. The entire process takes less than 10
seconds. The design of these machines makes opening wine not
only efficient, but also impressive. But be sure these machines
are not cheap in the least; expect to pay over $100 for the most
basic model that clamps to a tabletop. And for advanced models
you would expect to see on an Italian estate the price tag will
exceed $500.00.
Pump Style
The last style opener we will mention is the pump style. These
insert a long needle through the cork into the air space above
the wine. Then using either a pump or a cylinder of compressed
air, the cork is removed by building up pressure under the cork
so it pops out, just like champagne. These tools are a little
bit more gizmo than workhorse, but for the enthusiast who has it
all, this might make a good gift just for the amazement factor
when it is time to
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pen the bottle.
About the author:
Michael Briggs is a wine enthusiast and a frequent contributor
to
href="http://www.winery-mall.com/index.html">Winery-Mall
where you can learn all about
href="http://www.winery-mall.com/reference/wine-reference.html">w
ine enjoyment
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WHITE WINE
The taste of a wine is a reflection of where its grapes were grown. The love of wine is an integral part of Moldovan history and culture. The first thing to remember about matching food and wine is to forget the rules. However, in Napa and Sonoma Counties the glass of wine is --�Half full--�. Wine is an "alcoholic" beverage. The correct temperature for storing wine is 56 --� 58 degrees F. Typically, the wine is aged in 60-gallon French or American oak barrels. If a wine is too low in acid, it tastes flat and dull. Wine is sugar, plain and simple. If this wine is so good this young, I wonder how good it might be in 3-4 years. Wine tasting notes are usually made to help you evaluate a wine to see whether you like it or to evaluate how a wine is progressing in aging. You might find an aged Italian village that has been surrounded by vineyards for hundreds of years where wine is enjoyed in a glass cup.
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Wine Openers- 6 Styles Reviewed
Waiter Corkscrew
This is probably the most ubiquitous wine opener in the world,
and the ultimate in simplicity. This tool features a design that
allows the entire tool to fit in your pocket, and as such has
become the overwhelming favorite of wait staff and picnic goers.
There are three essential parts that all fold out from the body
of the tool: the corkscrew itself, a lever that acts as a
fulcrum on the top of the bottle, and a small foilcutter to cut
the foil from the top of the bottle. No wine cellar would be
equipped without one at a minimum for backup. To use the opener
simply remove the foil from the neck with the knife, twist the
corkscrew fully into the cork, and then place the lever on the
top of the bottle and pull the cork up and out. Some devices
feature two shoulders on the lever in order to maximize
leverage, in this case use the one halfway down the lever first,
finally use the top shoulder to get the cork the rest of the way
out.
Wing style
Here is another very popular type of wine opener. Using the
mechanical advantage of a lever and gear, this device makes
uncorking a bottle easier than a typical cork puller. While the
price is a little higher than the waiter style, it is a great
choice for the home user or anyone that does not wish to wrestle
with a wine bottle. Simply rest the bottom of the opener on the
top of the bottle, screw the corkscrew into the cork, and then
push the levers down and they will lift the cork out. This could
be the second most important accessory for the wine lover,
second only to the wine glasses. These models come in a wide
selection of metals including nickel-plated steel, or plastic.
It is highly recommended to buy only heavy-duty metal types as
they are more solid and will last for years.
Lever Pull
This type was made famous by the brand named "The Rabbit", and
it does make very quick work of opening wine bottles. Featuring
a clamp you hold around the neck of the bottle with one hand,
and a lever that plunges then pulls the corkscrew with the
other. This gizmo efficiently removes a cork in just seconds. If
you have a lot of wine to open, you will certainly find this
toll useful. But be aware that this premium product comes at a
premium price. A quality lever pull wine opener will cost up to
$100 or above.
Twist Corkscrews
A two piece corkscrew with no levers, clamps, or hinges makes
this one of the easiest and our favorite corkscrew for every day
use. Use the device by first placing the bottom "seat" on top of
the wine bottle. The corkscrew piece then slides into a guide
hole in the top and is automatically centered on the cork. Begin
twisting and the screw first drives into the cork, than it stops
against the shoulder of the seat and as you continue twisting it
lifts the cork clear. Broken corks are pratically impossible
when using this style, as are cork pieces floating in the wine
when completed. And at prices less than $50.00, this is in the
top 10 accessories for any wine buff.
Uncorking Machines
If you have an entire room reserved just for your wine
collection, than you are likely ready for an uncorking machine.
With the simple pull of a lever in one direction, you will be
able to twist the corkscrew in, and then pull it out of the
bottle. Reverse direction and the cork will spit out and you are
ready to do it again. The entire process takes less than 10
seconds. The design of these machines makes opening wine not
only efficient, but also impressive. But be sure these machines
are not cheap in the least; expect to pay over $100 for the most
basic model that clamps to a tabletop. And for advanced models
you would expect to see on an Italian estate the price tag will
exceed $500.00.
Pump Style
The last style opener we will mention is the pump style. These
insert a long needle through the cork into the air space above
the wine. Then using either a pump or a cylinder of compressed
air, the cork is removed by building up pressure under the cork
so it pops out, just like champagne. These tools are a little
bit more gizmo than workhorse, but for the enthusiast who has it
all, this might make a good gift just for the amazement factor
when it is time to
href="http://www.winery-mall.com/reference/bottle-opening.html">o
pen the bottle.
About the author:
Michael Briggs is a wine enthusiast and a frequent contributor
to
href="http://www.winery-mall.com/index.html">Winery-Mall
where you can learn all about
href="http://www.winery-mall.com/reference/wine-reference.html">w
ine enjoyment
dfg
WHITE WINE
The taste of a wine is a reflection of where its grapes were grown. The love of wine is an integral part of Moldovan history and culture. The first thing to remember about matching food and wine is to forget the rules. However, in Napa and Sonoma Counties the glass of wine is --�Half full--�. Wine is an "alcoholic" beverage. The correct temperature for storing wine is 56 --� 58 degrees F. Typically, the wine is aged in 60-gallon French or American oak barrels. If a wine is too low in acid, it tastes flat and dull. Wine is sugar, plain and simple. If this wine is so good this young, I wonder how good it might be in 3-4 years. Wine tasting notes are usually made to help you evaluate a wine to see whether you like it or to evaluate how a wine is progressing in aging. You might find an aged Italian village that has been surrounded by vineyards for hundreds of years where wine is enjoyed in a glass cup.
For more information...
fine wine
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