The Durand Corks Crew

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Basically, the lengthy spiral paired with the two prongs makes it possible to secure the cork, and prevent damage, while the non-slip handle ensures a firm grip when pulling the cork out.”

Luke Slater says, “Look for a corkscrew made of stainless steel or other materials that are known for their durability. Also, consider the manufacturer's warranty, as this can give you peace of mind that you’re investing in a quality product.” Fold the opener down and place the lower of the double-jointed metal arms on the edge of the bottle. Use that leverage to get the cork about halfway out of the bottle.HIGH-QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Constructed using die-cast metal for the handle and cover and premium solid steel for the prongs. Such is the case with the top-rated Secura electric wine opener, a stainless-steel device that comes with a charging base and a great foil cutter, which is always great to have on hand no matter what kind of corkscrew you’re using. This model can remove up to 30 corks on one full charge (perfect for events), and the built-in LED light helps immensely with visibility—though the device is designed to guide the worm in nice and straight without extra effort on the user’s part. The cork container supplied with The Durand ® contains small magnets that could present a choking hazard to small children.

The first part of The Durand—an old-fashioned screw—is inserted all the way through the cork. The second part is a set of two blades that resembles an Ah-So. It is inserted perpendicular to the screw, with the blades going down the sides of the cork (between the cork and glass). Its purpose is to separate the cork from the glass, while the screw holds the cork together. Additionally, the metal construction and heft of this item indicate high quality, and the motion of the lever is very smooth and solid. The price tag is higher than average for openers, but we think the product's longevity justifies it.”

What is the Durand wine corkscrew?

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We love how this wine opener is made of high-quality metal, and it performs well with natural and synthetic corks, even from older wines! This type of cork puller is fast and does not destroy the corks as they are extracted. The Oxo wasn't a difficult device to use, and worked exactly as the instructions detailed. The foil cutter was a bit flimsy, and we lamented that extracting synthetic corks wasn't as seamless as regular corks. Overall, though, we thought the Oxo lever corkscrew would make a great gift for someone who's into gadgets, or a caterer who needs to open multiple bottles of wine at a time. Being a chef who often cooks with wine, I’ve tried and fumbled with many wine openers and preservation systems,” says Hugh Acheson, the owner of Five and Ten and a judge on "Top Chef." “But Coravin is different—it is easy to use, preserves perfectly, and pours perfectly." When using a cumbersome corkscrew, you risk dropping bits of cork into the wine, damaging the bottle, or failing to remove the cork altogether. Or even worse, you might hurt yourself!The next time you buy your go-to wine or an expensive wine that you’ve wanted to try for a long time, make sure to have the best corkscrew on hand so you can successfully get the cork out and not get cork bits in your drink. This Pulltap option is a workhorse of a wine key. Designed with professionals in mind, the hinged double-lever system and serrated knife blade make it a breeze to open bottles with both long and short corks. “The two-step construction means you rarely break a cork,” adds Rutherford. “I have had the same one for at least ten years, and it has never done wrong by me." Furthermore, the construction of The Durand is impressive, made of very high-quality steel. We’ve seen nothing quite like it. Plus, a serrated foil cutter on its handle provides extra convenience. It must be sharp for an effortless opening of wine foils; a dull foil cutter will make this process incredibly difficult,” he adds. The Durand was invented by wine collector Mark Taylor who had struggled with challenging corks when opening older fine wines. He founded Wining Taylors, LLC (based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA) to manufacture and market The Durand in 2007. The Durand is named for Yves Durand, a world-renowned sommelier, and a personal friend and mentor.