The Wine & Champagne Review

Charles de Gaulle corkscrew: origin and history

It's found in almost every kitchen drawer. And yet, few people know where it comes from, or even why it's called "Charles de Gaulle". A lemonade maker's guide. This winged bottle opener was...

How to open a bottle of champagne?

The classic method, sabering, the right tools. What a lemonade maker does differently — and why it changes everything. Remove the foil capsule, loosen the wire cage while keeping your thumb ...

Double-bladed corkscrew: Our opinion

Why a double-bladed corkscrew is essential for older vintages, when to avoid it, and how to choose the right model. Wine merchant's advice and a comparison of the best options. A Limonadier guid...

Air-powered corkscrew: Our opinion

Operation, advantages, honest limitations, and a comparison of the best models. A guide for lemonade makers. The compressed air corkscrew inserts a hollow needle into the cork, then injects...

What type of glass should champagne be served in?

Why the flute glass stifles aromas, what the tulip glass does better, and which glass to choose depending on the type of champagne. A Limonadier guide The ideal glass for drinking champagne i...