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By Jackie Paley

Wine cork holder – to keep your cherished memories

We all appreciate how a bottle of wine gets better with age. When we think about its aging process, a natural cork stopper has certainly played an important role to bring such enjoyment to our lives. So, what can you do with leftover wine corks? Well, they can be your keepsake, décor and wine-themed craft projects among the many ideas.

Let’s first pay respect to the what, who and when regarding the history of this incredible cork, shall we?

What are natural wine corks made of?

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Natural cork stoppers are made from the bark of cork oak trees.

You find these special oaks grow in southwestern Europe such as Portugal and Spain, and northwestern Africa such as Tunisia and western Sahara.

A cork oak is a remarkable tree. It actually grows back after its outer bark is harvested. This tree typically lives about 200 years.

A wine cork is naturally moisture-resistant and it expands to form tight seal for the bottle. That’s why it is an integral component of an expensive bottle of wine.

Who invented the wine cork and when?

No one knows the definitive answer to exactly who and when, as I understand the history of wine corks.


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Well, I recalled the folklore from my great Grandma Diane. She gave the invention credit to the Benedictine monk Dom Perignon (1638-1715). Diane’s choice of champagne, introduced in 1921, is named after him.

I also recalled reading it in Shakespeare’s pastoral comedy As you like it (circa 1599) where the heroine Rosalind say, “I pray thee take thy  cork  out of thy mouth”.

Hmm. Corks for thoughts, right?

Our favorite wine cork holders

We have incorporated several wine cork inspired furniture and personalized novelty in our design projects through the years. Some are whimsical wine themed décor. Some are wine cork display. Some are functional objects in a room. Here are our favorites wine cork storage ideas sorted by capacity:

Preview Product Price
Wine Enthusiast Barrel Cork Catcher Side Table – Holds 2,000 Corks Wine Enthusiast Barrel Cork Catcher Side Table – Holds 2,000 Corks $195.00 View on Amazon
Home-X - Wine Barrel Cork Holder Accent Table with Wooden Top, Elegant Black... Home-X - Wine Barrel Cork Holder Accent Table with Wooden Top, Elegant Black... $89.95 View on Amazon
Wine Enthusiast DIY Wine Cork Board Frame Kit Wine Enthusiast DIY Wine Cork Board Frame Kit $39.95 View on Amazon
True Display, Wine Kitchen, Barrel Cage Holder Collector Decorative Vino Cork... True Display, Wine Kitchen, Barrel Cage Holder Collector Decorative Vino Cork... $34.51 View on Amazon
MyGift 14-Inch Decorative Black Metal Mesh Wine Cork Holder Basket MyGift 14-Inch Decorative Black Metal Mesh Wine Cork Holder Basket View on Amazon
Picnic Plus Peacock Cork Caddy Cork Holder Displays And Stores Wine Corks Holds... Picnic Plus Peacock Cork Caddy Cork Holder Displays And Stores Wine Corks Holds... $49.99 $46.99 View on Amazon
Wine Cork & Beer Cap Holder Shadow Box, Wall Mounted or Free Standing, Wine &... Wine Cork & Beer Cap Holder Shadow Box, Wall Mounted or Free Standing, Wine &... $32.00 View on Amazon
Waterford Lismore Diamond 14' Vase Waterford Lismore Diamond 14" Vase $629.99 View on Amazon

1. Barrel Cork Catcher Side Table

Wine Enthusiast Barrel Cork Catcher Side Table – Holds 2,000 Corks
Wine Enthusiast Barrel Cork Catcher Side Table – Holds 2,000 Corks
  • NOVELTY WINE BARREL SIDE TABLE - Add a fun "pop" of flavor into a home bar or room in your...
  • STORES UP TO 2,000 CORKS - Remember great times with family and friends each time you add...
  • CHALK UP YOUR THOUGHTS - Add your own personal stamp to this piece thanks to the nostalgic...
  • IDEAL GIFT FOR ANY WINE LOVER - Makes a great personalized gift for your favorite wine...
$195.00
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Model: Wine Barrel Cork Catcher Side Table by Wine Enthusiast.

Dimension of barrel: 27.5” tall by 22.75” diameter.

Material: Metal finished in black color.

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This novelty cork holder has a large capacity of 2000 wine corks. Note: This cork side table does not include wine corks.

This side table has a nostalgic chalk board-plaque in the center of the barrel.

Let your creativity takes you – words to welcome your guests? Or cheers to you and your family?

This metal side table is an eye-catching furniture and a cork catcher – all in one.

Red or white wine corks typically are under an inch in diameter, ranging from 0.94″ to 0.98 inch. The length classically goes from 1.6” to 1.7” to 1.9”. Whereas a sparkling wine cork (which resemble a mushroom shape) is generally 1.2 inch in diameter and a longer length of 2.0 inch.

So depending on the types of wine corks, the storage capacity may be less than 2000 corks.

2. Wine Barrel Cork holder accent table

Home-X - Wine Barrel Cork Holder Accent Table with Wooden Top, Elegant Black...
Home-X - Wine Barrel Cork Holder Accent Table with Wooden Top, Elegant Black...
  • VINTAGE DESIGN FITS MOST ROOMS: This beautifully handcrafted cork holder is made of sturdy...
  • DOUBLES AS AN ACCENT TABLE: This versatile and stylish cork holder is uniquely sized to...
  • A GREAT GIFT FOR WINE ENTHUSIASTS: This multi-use cork holder makes for an ideal gift for...
  • A BARREL OF FUN THAT'S EASY TO USE: Access to the cork storage area is simple and easy,...
$89.95
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Model: Wine Barrel Cork holder accent table by Home-X.

Dimension of barrel: 20” tall by 16” diameter.

Material: Body in sturdy metal finished in black color; hinged wooden top.

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This vintage-looking cork holder can house about 400 wine corks.

It features an easy-to-open wooden top.

It has a chalk board-plaque in the center of the cage.

How about writing a personalized happy birthday to surprise a visiting friend? Or, feeling creative – let’s have fun with some chalk board art.

3. DIY Wine Cork Board Frame Kit

Wine Enthusiast DIY Wine Cork Board Frame Kit
Wine Enthusiast DIY Wine Cork Board Frame Kit
  • MAHOGANY WOOD - Decorative and beautiful, the DIY Wine Cork Board Frame Kit by Wine...
  • DIY WINE CORKBOARD - Create your own bulletin board out of used wine corks. A great way to...
  • PERSONALIZE YOUR CORKBOARD - Half the fun is in deciding how to artfully arrange your...
  • IDEAL GIFT FOR ANY WINE LOVER - Makes a great personalized gift for your favorite wine...
$39.95
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Model: DIY Wine Cork Board Frame Kit by Wine Enthusiast.

Dimension: 22” W x 22” Long .

Material: Mahogany wood.

Design: A square wooden frame suitable to create a cork-filled bulletin board.

Talking about recycling your wine corks and preserving your memory – this DIY bulletin board is the answer. This square frame has a capacity of 256 wine corks.

You will have fun creating a free form design using your wine corks. Yes, your display patterns are only limited by your creativity.

4. Decorative barrel cage cork holder

True Display, Wine Kitchen, Barrel Cage Holder Collector Decorative Vino Cork...
True Display, Wine Kitchen, Barrel Cage Holder Collector Decorative Vino Cork...
  • LARGE CAPACITY (220 CORKS) – Measuring 11"H x 8"W, this wine cork holder cage holds...
  • RUSTIC BARREL DESIGN – In a world full of dull cork holders, discover a barrel vino cork...
  • KITCHEN DÉCOR – Whether placed on the kitchen worktop or table, this wine cork...
  • STAINLESS-STEEL CONSTRUCTION – Meticulously-crafted from bronzed stainless-steel, this...
$34.51
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Model: Decorative barrel cage cork holder.

Dimension: 11” tall by 7.75” diameter.

Material: Stainless steel finished in bronzed brown color; open top.

This rustic-looking cork holder has a capacity of 220 wine corks.

This decorative cage is both an attractive accessory and a cork container. It has an open top – yes, you can easily toss in a wine cork after you uncork a bottle.

5. 14-inch wine cork basket

MyGift 14-Inch Decorative Black Metal Mesh Wine Cork Holder Basket
MyGift 14-Inch Decorative Black Metal Mesh Wine Cork Holder Basket
  • Metal mesh cork storage with a matte black powder-coat finish and the word "WINE"...
  • Perfect for holding special occasion and keepsake wine corks, or for storing every time...
  • Designed with multiple holes in the back for easily inserting Wine and Champaign corks
  • Ideal gift for the wine connoisseur or decoration in your own kitchen
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Model: 14-inch wine cork basket by My Gift Store.

Dimension: 14” W x 5.7” H x 4.5” Deep.

Material: Metal with a matte black finish.

Design: A decorative holder with the word “WINE” on the front facing of the basket.

14-inch-wine-cork-basket-dimension

This basket has a relatively small foot print – it takes up an area of 14 inch by 5 inch. If you like, you can house this item on on your tabletop.

It has several convenient 1.1 inch-diameter round-cork-entry slots. You can also slide the lid open – to remove or add a handful of corks if you like.

This basket is a fun wine themed gift.

6. Peacock Cork Caddy

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Picnic Plus Peacock Cork Caddy Cork Holder Displays And Stores Wine Corks Holds...
Picnic Plus Peacock Cork Caddy Cork Holder Displays And Stores Wine Corks Holds...
  • Our Picnic Plus whimsical Peacock Caddy is great for collecting and saving your wine...
  • Dimensions: 10"w x 4"d x 16"h / 3 lb
  • Color: Peacock / Model: PSA-650PK
  • By Picnic Plus. Whether its Spring romance or a Summer beach and patio, Fall tailgating or...
$49.99 −$3.00 $46.99
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Model: Peacock Cork Caddy by Picnic Plus.

Dimension: 10” W x 16” H x 4” D.

Material: Durable steel.

Weight: 4 lbs.

Design: In the form of a Peacock with a beautiful patina.

This whimsical Peacock brings smiles to everyone who comes to greet her! This caddy has a capacity of 45 corks. The neck is removable – so you can have easy access to the main body of cork storage.

Yes, it has an oval-shape chalk board plate on the side – so you can customize any words or chalk art you fancy.

7. Wine Cork and Beer Cap Holder Shadow Box

Wine Cork & Beer Cap Holder Shadow Box, Wall Mounted or Free Standing, Wine &...
Wine Cork & Beer Cap Holder Shadow Box, Wall Mounted or Free Standing, Wine &...
  • DISPLAY wine corks & beer bottle caps in style with our shadow box frame! Cork holder fits...
  • PERFECT HIS & HER GIFT for weddings, birthdays, retirement, Christmas, holidays,...
  • BEAUTIFUL STAINED WOOD with front artwork in white reads "Wine a Little, Laugh a Lot", &...
  • CORK & CAP HOLDER shadowbox is the perfect decoration for any kitchen, living or dining...
$32.00
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Model: Wine Cork and Beer Cap Holder Shadow Box.

Dimension: 11” W x 13” H x 2.5” D.

Material: Stained wood frame with glass front.

Design: Shadow Box with artwork in white on the clear glass.

We have many friends who are fans of both wine and beer. And, this shadow box always brings cheers to every one of them. This cork and cap holder has a capacity of 60 wine corks and 300 beer caps.

There are two options to install this shadow box: either free-standing or wall-mount.

This rustic box has a beautiful stained wood frame. The design artwork on the glass is fun. On the left front, “Wine a Little, Laugh a Lot”. On the right, “it’s No Coincidence That Beer Rhymes with Cheer”.

Giant Champagne Cork Stool

Giant Champagne Cork Stool/Cork Table Made Solid Portuguese Compressed Cork,...
Giant Champagne Cork Stool/Cork Table Made Solid Portuguese Compressed Cork,...
$269.99
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Model: Giant Champagne Cork Stool.

Dimension: 18.1” H x 13.4” diameter top.

Material: Solid Portuguese compressed cork.

Design: A giant replica of a champagne cork.

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I know this is not a cork holder. But we want to give a shout-out to this giant “champagne cork” stool!

Why? Our client loves this giant cork after we incorporated it in her game room.

It weighs less than 25 lbs. And, we tested it to support a 6-foot 225 lbs. person just fine.

It’s a whimsical wine cork furniture, and it is certainly a conversation piece as well!

Wrap up

There you have it – our top seven wine cork holders plus one giant champagne cork chair! This has been so fun! Before I sign-off, let me share with you my own story of wine corks:

My first recollection of a wine cork, to be precise (as I was told by my great Grandma Diane), it was a Dom Perignon champagne cork at Diane’s estate. I was five.

I saw her writing the date and initials of her dinner guests on that Champagne cork. She then deposited the signed cork into this seemingly-giant (especially to me then as a child) corks-filled crystal vase.

A couple of years later, I asked permission to measure it – it’s 26.8 inches tall. That magnificent crystal vase now resides at Grandpa Jack’s summer home in Long Island.


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You guessed it – I too keep my wine corks in a vase. No, mine is not a Baccarat vase like Great Grandma’s. It is a miniature interpreted version of her beautiful crystal cork holder.

And, I will always remember what Great Grandma said:

You want to have a cork holder that is worthy of keeping your cherished memories.

I will never disagree with my Great Grandma. I just want to add: you can store your wine corks in any keepsake vessels  as you see fit . What matters – is the memory of the good time you shared with your friends after you uncorked your bottle of wine.

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How to store wine after opening

We must  confess  – we almost always finish our bottle of wine at our dinner table. However, there are times when we host wine tasting parties, we would have several half-consumed, open bottles of wines. So, how to save an opened bottle? A wine preservation system is first to mind, right? Yes, there are several options of wine saver tools. The right one for you is based on how long you plan to keep your opened bottle.

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For our leftover wines, we re-cork them and store them in our wine cooler – we typically drink them or cook with them within a couple of days. We usually make our favorites: Coq co Vin and Beef Bourguignon – slow simmer them in the full-bodies reds. So, for us, a wine preservation system to keep an opened bottle for just a couple of days meets our need.

Our good friends, Craig and Brigitte, one likes Cabernet Sauvignon, the other Chardonnay. It takes them four to five days to finish an opened bottle of wine. For Craig and Brigitte, they want a wine preservation system to keep an opened bottle for about five days.

How many ways you can store your wine after opening?

First you want to store your opened-bottle in a cool place. You don’t want to leave it at room temperature. If you don’t have a wine cooler, a refrigerator will work for a day or two. You want to re-cork and, if possible do vacuum out the air (oxidation) from your wine bottle.

Here are seven types of wine saver tools based on your needs:

  1. If you don’t have any wine stoppers around, try using the original cork.
  2. An olive-oil bottle cork. Save your olive-oil stopper – most of them have the same size corks as the wine bottle corks.
  3. DIY stopper. Try using a cling wrap and rubber-band to close the opened-bottle.
  4. Half-size wine bottle with a cap. Buy a half-size bottle of wine, use it for cooking if you want. Save the bottle to store your half-consumed wine.
  5. Wine stopper with vacuum. These stoppers are effective to vacuum air out of your opened bottle, and re-seal it.
  6. Wine stoppers without vacuum. These are small and portable stoppers. Put one in your purse – you will be the hero when your friends need one after a dinner party.
  7. Wine preservation system to keep your wine from 2 days to 10 days.

But first, let’s answer the question,

What makes a wine go bad after opening?

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The biggest enemy to wine is oxidation for a long period of time. (Ironically, it is beneficial to aerate your wine, a short oxidation, using a decanter to improve the taste of your wine). Prolong oxidation will change its aroma, color, and it will spoil your wine. You might have heard of wine turning into vinegar – that’s when alcohol turns into acetic acid – not a good thing.

All of us want to preserve the same quality of taste from the first sip to the last sip after we uncork our wine bottle.

So, if you want to extend the quality of life of your wine in an opened bottle, you want to prevent oxygen from entering to your bottle. The proven method to minimize oxidation:

  • Remove or vacuum out the oxygen in an opened bottle
  • Shield the opened bottle with argon gas to prevent oxygen entering the bottle
  • Re-seal your opened wine bottle
  • Keep your opened bottle in a cool and dark place, i.e. a wine cooler.

So, when we were asked, “what is the best wine preservation system”, we decided to choose preservation systems based on “how long” you intend to keep an opened bottle of wine. Is it within a couple of days? A week? Or, a couple of weeks?

Here are our top wine preservation systems:

These wine saver tools are sorted by types and number of days you plan to keep your opened bottle.

Vacu Vin Wine Saver Pump with 2 x Vacuum Bottle Stoppers - Black (Black with 2...
Repour Wine Saver (4-Pack) - Wine Preserver and Stopper - Removes Oxygen Keeping...
OXO SteeL Vacuum Wine Saver and Preserver with Two Stoppers,Silver
EuroCave Wine Art Preservation System - Dual Zone Wine Preserver and Chiller
Coravin Model One Advanced - Wine Bottle Opener and Preservation System,...
Vacu Vin Wine Saver Pump with 2 x Vacuum Bottle Stoppers - Black (Black with 2...
Repour Wine Saver (4-Pack) - Wine Preserver and Stopper - Removes Oxygen Keeping...
OXO SteeL Vacuum Wine Saver and Preserver with Two Stoppers,Silver
EuroCave Wine Art Preservation System - Dual Zone Wine Preserver and Chiller
Coravin Model One Advanced - Wine Bottle Opener and Preservation System,...
5 – 7 days
3 – 5 days
5 – 7 days
1 week to 10 days
2 weeks plus
$11.89
$9.99
$16.99
Price not available
$134.83
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Vacu Vin Wine Saver Pump with 2 x Vacuum Bottle Stoppers - Black (Black with 2...
Vacu Vin Wine Saver Pump with 2 x Vacuum Bottle Stoppers - Black (Black with 2...
5 – 7 days
$11.89
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Repour Wine Saver (4-Pack) - Wine Preserver and Stopper - Removes Oxygen Keeping...
Repour Wine Saver (4-Pack) - Wine Preserver and Stopper - Removes Oxygen Keeping...
3 – 5 days
$9.99
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OXO SteeL Vacuum Wine Saver and Preserver with Two Stoppers,Silver
OXO SteeL Vacuum Wine Saver and Preserver with Two Stoppers,Silver
5 – 7 days
$16.99
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EuroCave Wine Art Preservation System - Dual Zone Wine Preserver and Chiller
EuroCave Wine Art Preservation System - Dual Zone Wine Preserver and Chiller
1 week to 10 days
Price not available
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Coravin Model One Advanced - Wine Bottle Opener and Preservation System,...
Coravin Model One Advanced - Wine Bottle Opener and Preservation System,...
2 weeks plus
$134.83
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The Original Vacu Vin Wine Saver with 2 Vacuum Stoppers

Vacu Vin Wine Saver Pump with 2 x Vacuum Bottle Stoppers - Black (Black with 2...
Vacu Vin Wine Saver Pump with 2 x Vacuum Bottle Stoppers - Black (Black with 2...
  • Remove air from your wine bottle to keep wine tasting new for up to a week!
  • Contains 1 Black Wine Saver Vacuum Pump and 2 Grey Vacuum Bottle Stoppers.
  • Suitable for all Red and White Wines.
  • Just insert the universal wine stopper into the bottle and pump until you hear the...
$11.89
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What is the original Vacu Vin Wine Saver?

The original Vacu Vin wine saver is a wine preservation tool deploying the method of vacuuming out the excess air from an opened bottle, then re-seals it with the Vacu Vin stopper.

How does the original Vacu Vin Wine Saver work?

The Vacu Vin wine saver pumped out the air from an opened win bottle, and made the bottle air-tight. Then re-seals the bottle using the Vacu Vin stopper. When you are ready to enjoy your wine, just pull the stopper out, and yourself a glass.

Why Vacu Vin is our top pick for 5-days after first open?

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My grandpa Jack has been using this Vacu Vin preservation tool since the 80’s (he first discovered Vacu Vin during his stay in the Netherlands).

When my grandpa Jack says it works, it gets our vote.

But seriously, who can argue with 35 million Vacu Vin users in 80 countries?

Vacu Vin saver preserves your wine by pumping out the air, then Vacu Vin stopper re-seals the bottle – it works perfect every time.

Summary:

This Vacu Vin is tried and true, easy to use and it is affordable. This preservation tool is best to preserve an opened bottle for less than five days. And, the reusable stoppers last for years.

Tips:

  • This Vacu Vin is made for red or white wine, not Sparkling wine bottle.
  • Do not place this Vacu Vin in the dish washer, hand-wash only.

The Repour Wine Saver Stopper

Repour Wine Saver (4-Pack) - Wine Preserver and Stopper - Removes Oxygen Keeping...
Repour Wine Saver (4-Pack) - Wine Preserver and Stopper - Removes Oxygen Keeping...
  • Repour is designed around a standard 750ML bottle of wine under the assumption of 5...
  • Material inside the stopper continuously removes all of the oxygen from the air above the...
  • As Repour works to remove the oxygen, it also depleting its active ingredient - which is...
  • Other wine preservation products use air displacement, which reduces the oxygen but...
$9.99
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What is Repour Wine Saver?

Repour wine saver has a special stopper made of oxygen-absorbing material. This stopper absorbs the oxygen from the air space in the wine bottle.

How does Repour Wine Saver work?

The Repour Wine Saver uses a special and simple oxygen-absorbing stopper, no complicated gadget or pump is used here.

repour-wine-saver-oxygen-absorb-stopper

This Repour Wine Saver is a smart innovation – as it absorbs what you don’t want, i.e. oxygen, and it does not replace the absorbed oxygen with any gas.

We find that it is as accurate as 99.95% in its absorption. So, you essentially remove the oxygen and prevent your wine from getting the oxidation problem.

When you are ready to drink your wine, just pull the stopper out, your glass of wine will taste as good as you first opened it.

Why Repour Wine Saver is our top pick for 3-5-days after first open?

It is easy to use, simple action, no need to operate any pumping device. This Repour wine saver is affordable, small foot print and it does the job to preserve your opened bottle for a week.

Summary:

This Repour Wine Saver is budget friendly, portable and it is a very clever wine preservation tool. You can get multiple Repour Wine Savers to preserve several opened bottles (in a wine tasting party). Our neighbors have tested this tool and it works beautifully when they sampled their opened bottle after five days.

The OXO Steel Vacuum Wine Saver with 2 Vacuum Stoppers

OXO SteeL Vacuum Wine Saver and Preserver with Two Stoppers,Silver
OXO SteeL Vacuum Wine Saver and Preserver with Two Stoppers,Silver
  • Keeps wine fresh longer than cork alone
  • Pump extracts air from bottle to preserve wine's flavor
  • Easy-to-hold, contoured neck prevents pinching while pumping
  • Push tab on Stopper to release vacuum seal for easy removal
$16.99
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What is OXO Steel Vacuum Wine Saver and Stoppers?

The OXO Steel Vacuum Wine Saver + Stoppers is a wine preservation tool using the method of pumping out excess air from an opened bottle, then seal it with the OXO wine preserver stopper.

How does OXO Steel Vacuum Wine Saver and Stoppers work?

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The OXO Steel Vacuum Wine Saver pumped out the air from an opened win bottle, thereby removing oxygen (enemy to your wine).

Then OXO wine stopper re-seals the bottle.

When you are ready to enjoy your wine, just push the stopper to release the seal.

Why OXO Steel Vacuum Wine Saver and Stoppers is our top pick for 5-days after first open?

If you have used OXO kitchen products before, you know they are always easy to grip – something about the OXO contour shapes and their comfortable materials.

This OXO vacuum pump is easy on the palm when you are pumping out the air. The stoppers are effective and are very easy to use, and they are gentle on your gripping hand.

Summary:

This OXO wine preserver seals an opened bottle very well to help you preserve the taste of your wine. It is made of comfortable and durable material to the gripping hand, and very easy to use. The package includes two stoppers – perfect for occasions when you have two opened bottles of wine. We especially like the quality and material of the pump and stoppers – they will last you for years.

EuroCave Wine Art Preservation System

We first saw this beautiful Eurocave wine cooler on the kitchen countertop at my in-laws off the coast of North Carolina. My father-in-law, Louis, is a fan of Eurocave products – he has visited their production facility in Fourmies, France. Louis also owns a Eurocave wine cabinet.

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My father-in-law likes Merlot, whereas my mother-in-law prefers Pinot Grigio. They typically have two bottles of wines opened for 5-7 days before they finish them.

This Eurocave is on their countertop – it is beautiful to look at and, very convenient for them to access their opened bottles during week night dinners.

Model: Eurocave wine art preservation system and wine cooler
Type: counter-top
Temperature zone: Dual Zone
Dimension: 9.8 x 9.6 x 18.6 inches
Weight: 14 pounds

EuroCave Wine Art Preservation System - Dual Zone Wine Preserver and Chiller
EuroCave Wine Art Preservation System - Dual Zone Wine Preserver and Chiller
  • QUIET, COMPACT AND COUNTERTOP-FRIENDLY - With a whisper-quiet design and a height under 19...
  • PRESERVE YOUR HAPPINESS - EuroCave Wine Art enables you to perfectly preserve the flavors...
  • DUAL COMPARTMENTS - Store either red, white, or both at the optimal serving temperature....
  • FINE WINE BY THE GLASS, ALL WEEK LONG - Wine Art's two compartments operate independently,...
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What is Eurocave wine art preservation system and wine cooler?

The Eurocave wine art is a wine preservation system and a wine cooler all in one. It uses a vacuum sealing system to protect opened bottles from oxidation.

This Eurocave is a dual-zone wine cooler – it has two cooling zones to house two opened bottles of wines at optimal serving temperatures.

How does Eurocave wine art preservation system work?

The Eurocave wine art preservation system provides two main functions to keep your open bottle wine fresh:

  • It uses an air-extraction technology to remove oxygen from the wine bottle, thereby eliminating oxidation to your wine.
  • It has two cooling zones to keep red and white wines at their optimal serving temperatures, 60°F for reds and 46°F for whites or rosés.
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When you put your opened bottles of wines inside the compartments in the Eurocave, it takes care of the preservation and cooling for you automatically.

You don’t need to work on a pump or to put a stopper on your opened bottle.

When you are ready to enjoy another glass, just open the door and take out your wine. It is always at the ideal serving temperature, and every subsequent glass tastes as fresh as the first glass – even after 10 days!

Why we like the Eurocave wine art preservation system?

This Eurocave is effective to keep wines fresh after opening. This wine cooler provides a convenience way to enjoy a glass at serving temperature any time. If you always have two opened bottles of wine for 7-10 days, this is an excellent wine cooler and wine preservation system for you.

If you collect beautiful vintages, you can see your gorgeous bottles from the glass doors.

Eurocave’s air extraction system is a proven preservation system – your wine will taste as fresh as your first glass, up to 10 days!

Summary:

This Eurocave is elegantly designed and it looks beautiful on any countertop. It has an intuitive control panel and it is easy to use – no need to operate a pump or a stopper.

This Eurocave is most convenient for wine lovers who enjoy an opened bottle or two opened bottles throughout the week. This is a most elegant looking 2-bottle wine cooler to sit on any kitchen counter. Your wine is stored at an optimal serving temperature, and, the last glass tastes as good as the first glass.

So, how long can you keep an opened bottle of wine?

Get a wine preservation tool above that meets your budget, keep your bottle in a wine cooler, you can enjoy your wine a week to ten days after your first glass.

Best is to share your bottle of wine with friends, and finish your wine the same day you open it.

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Types of wine glasses – shapes and uses

Is it good etiquette to use fine glasses for fine wine? Yes. Does wine taste better out of good wine glasses? Oui!

When it comes to proper stemware for wine, you can get as complex as you wish. There are literally dozen differing wine glasses, each peaked to a specific type of wine and drinking experience.

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Here are five basic types of wine glasses for your collection. Check out how each type works well for its intended purpose.

  1. Wine glasses for red wines
  2. Wine glasses for white wines
  3. Wine glasses for sparkling wines
  4. Stemless wine glasses for red and white wines
  5. Stemless wine glasses for sparkling wines

Wine Glasses for Red Wines

For red wine glasses, choose a big bowl to release the bouquet with a small mouth to concentrate the scent for the drinker.

  • Bordeaux style wines benefit from glasses that have a generous bowl to aid in oxidation and an elongated shape to focus the bouquet.
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  • Burgundy style wines are best served in tapered glasses that swell in the middle. This glass shape allows the bouquet to develop fully before presenting that bouquet to the nose of the wine connoisseur.
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  • Cabernet Sauvignon glasses are typically somewhat taller with a smaller bowl and slightly flared sides. These glasses are designed to direct the wine to the center of the palate to moderate the taste of tannins in the wine.
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  • Pinot Noirs typically have a fruity flavor and benefit from a glass design somewhat similar to a Bordeaux glass design.
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 Tip:  Always choose a clear glass. Why? So you can see the color of your wine distinctly.

Wine Glasses for White Wines

  • The Chardonnay glass has a tall stem and a wide open bowl. The long stem minimizes the warming of the wine while being consumed.
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  • Pinot Grigio is tart and light when compared to the more creamy Chardonnay. So, the mouth of Pinot Grigio glass is narrower compared to the wider mouth for the Chardonnay.
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Wine Glasses for sparkling wines

Typically sparkling wines are consumed from fluted wine glasses or tulip glasses. These are smaller glasses that are tall and narrow to preserve the bubbles in the “bubbly” for as long as possible.

  • Classic fluted Champagne glasses. These elegantly shaped glasses are often considered the gold standard for tasting Champagne and other sparkling wines, such as Prosecco. They are long and deep to accentuate the delicate bubbles.
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  • Modern fluted wine glasses. These are long and skinny stemware suitable for mimosa too.
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Stemless wine glasses for red and white wines

Stemless wine glasses are an emerging trend because they are more stable, not so fragile. You can conveniently put them in a dishwasher.

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Stemless Sparkling Wine Glasses

This special flute reside in a double-walled insulated glass. This innovative design helps to keep your Champagne staying cold longer. And, it is easier to hold than a skinny stem.

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Summary: Wine glasses are meant to enhance the flavor and bouquet of different types of wines. They are intended to help in wine aeration and develop bouquet.

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Always choose a glass that emphasizes the attribute of your wine.

Check out our featured food and wine paring series and celebrate using your new glass wares. Cheers!

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