True Corkscrew Stainless St

This stainless steel corkscrew is a plain, manual wine opener for natural corks. Stainless steel is the usual choice for this tool because it resists rust and wipes clean after contact with damp corks and the occasional wine drip. A metal body also holds up in a drawer or bar kit better than most plastic openers. Corkscrews at this level are generally built around a spiral worm and a lever or handle for pulling. Check the item on hand for the exact mechanism, since this listing doesn't specify one. For a good result, cut the foil just below the lip of the bottle so the wine never touches the metal cut edge as it pours. Center the tip of the worm on the cork and turn it steadily until only a turn or so of the spiral remains visible. Driving it fully through risks pushing crumbs into the wine. Pull slowly, and ease the last few millimeters out by hand to avoid a pop. With older or drier corks, go slowly and keep the bottle upright so the cork doesn't crumble. A manual opener suits still wines sealed with natural cork, including reds that benefit from decanting and whites or rosés pulled straight from the fridge. It won't help with screw caps, and sparkling wine needs a different technique, with the cage and cork held by hand. After opening, wipe the lip of the bottle with a cloth, then pour into a standard wine glass. Reds usually do best in a wider bowl, and whites and rosés in a slightly narrower one. Keep the corkscrew dry between uses and it should stay in good condition for years.