Le Creuset Screwpull: corkscrew and accessories to enjoy a good wine

You will agree with me that one of the things that we have seen all our lives in the drawer of our parents' house is the corkscrew - that little kitchen utensil that seems to be immortal. In the same way, when you buy one you expect it to last the same time in your drawer, and that it responds to such important aspects as that it is easy to use, that it does not require force -And that it does not need skill either!- and that it removes cap in perfect condition. Therefore it is important to know the options, and choose well.

Today I will tell you about Screwpull, one of the best corkscrew brands in the world. It is a brand that belongs to Le Creuset, which in itself gives you full confidence; but if you have tried any of their corkscrews, we will surely agree that it is as nice to open a bottle with them as it is to cook in one of their cocottes.

The design of the first Screwpull corkscrew model was already based on the premise that it should open a bottle without effort or injury, and without damaging the cork. The result was an instant smash hit, and it was gorgeous too! Those who followed him have always maintained these premises, and it is certainly worth knowing about some of them because they make the moment of opening the bottle easier and even better, or because it is the perfect and unexpected gift that many will appreciate.

Classic and lever corkscrew

The classic corkscrew works in two times, leveraging. Includes a capsule cutter* and also a bottle opener. It is a safe, robust and timeless value. The name itself says it, it is the classic Sommelier corkscrew. I find the special model that they have made with a wooden handle a success, which makes it even more classic and elegant.

Sommelier corkscrew with wooden handle and GS-300 Triology corkscrew

The other great classic is a traditional corkscrew but renewed. This is the GS-300 Triology corkscrew , with which you only have to turn the handle in the same direction until the stopper comes out: when turning, the spiral penetrates the stopper and it continues to rise in the same spiral until it comes out of the neck Of the bottle. There is no more force than that of turning, nor is there any doubt when to remove it because the cap will come out on its own, and there is no fear that the cap will break.

Another strong point of this corkscrew is that it includes the new "Activ Ball" technology, which prevents the spiral from going through the cork and ensures that the wine is kept in perfect condition. In addition, it includes a capsule cutter that works with a simple gesture.

Finally, a gem from Screwpull: the LM-150 Lever Corkscrew . Why is it a gem? Because there is no corkscrew that is easier or that leaves guests speechless: you place it on top of the cork, pull the lever forward and turn the lever back, "et voilà!", the bottle is uncorked. I invite you to watch the following video to believe it.

Corkscrew for cava or sparkling wines

These corkscrews are ideal for opening our bottles of cava or sparkling wine effortlessly, comfortably and safely.

The one I find delightful is the SW-105. To use it you must insert the corkscrew into the mouth of the bottle and turn it slightly. The same pressure that you exert to hold it will help to remove the stopper, which will be trapped in the corkscrew itself.

The other sparkling wine corkscrew worth contemplating is the cava star . Elegant, it takes up little space, practical and allows you to open the bottle easily as it holds the cork perfectly and you only have to turn it while exerting a little pressure.

SW-105 corkscrew and star cava corkscrew

Gift packs and other accessories

If you plan to give a corkscrew as a gift, it is worth considering some of our packs and also accessories that help a lot to enjoy a good wine or cava.

One of the most popular addons is the cooler sleeve . It is a pity that the photographs do not appreciate what they transmit when you have them in front of you: Screwpull covers have a very high quality and design, with a great finish that makes them very elegant, they cover the bottle from its base to the neck and They retain the cold for a long time. There is the most classic version (the smooth cover, black , elegant and always a success, or the stately burgundy one ) and the more casual or daring designs: one with the Eiffel Tower design , paying homage to the country of wine and where it came from. comes Le Creuset, and the Viticulture design , which pays homage to everything that surrounds the world of wine.

The second supplement is not as well known, but it is a great ally for those who are used to having a half-open bottle. It is about the vacuum pump : with no more complication than placing it on top of the stopper that comes with it and staining it 5 or 6 times, it extracts the air from the bottle so that the wine does not oxidize, thus extending the life of that wine .

If you like the idea, buying the pack of corkscrews, vacuum pumps, stoppers and capsule cutters is a more than successful idea - even more so for the price at which it is offered. Everything is presented in a beautiful box, and the whole set is always very exciting.

Corkscrew pack, vacuum pump, corks and capsule cutter and cava corkscrew pack with crown

The other set that comes in a pack is the cava corkscrew with the crown **, another great invention: it is a stopper that allows you to hermetically close the bottle, which will help to maintain the effervescence of the wine or cava for longer. A great couple to surprise!

*The term "capsule" refers to the wrapper that surrounds the stopper, usually made of tin. The capsule cutter is the tool that helps you cut them to remove them easily.