Article: Wine

AN extraordinary array of intricate and often inept wine accessories are available today. Some modern patents and designs are extremely effective and efficient, others trigger more expletives and frustrations than any other domestic appliance in our home. Here is a shortlist of modern designs which should enhance the enjoyment of wine:

Corkscrew: Screwpull Table/Pocket model GBP 14.99 (widely available: eg Majestic, Wine Raks)

The best corkscrew, so far, in modern design is the Screwpull. Invented by Herbert Allan, a Texan oil rig and jet engine designer, it has a perfect spiral, anti-friction Teflon coating and single leverage action which makes light work of most corks. However, the super ...

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