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Cork has been the traditional closer for wine for hundreds of years However, since wine has become more popular the supply of quality cork has been out stripped by demand so other types of cork have been sought.
Despite all the new types of closures on the market cork, for now, remains the closure of choice for the more expensive wines.
This is what Argentinian Malbec is all about; rich and full with gentle spice and a silky smooth palate. Good fruit concentration brings bags of black... Read More
This is what Argentinian Malbec is all about; rich and full with gentle spice and a silky smooth palate. Good fruit concentration brings bags of black... Read More
A delicious Premier Cru Chablis with rich, ripe fruit and a delightfully flinty, mineral and fruit-driven character, typical of a wine of this quality... Read More
A delicious Premier Cru Chablis with rich, ripe fruit and a delightfully flinty, mineral and fruit-driven character, typical of a wine of this quality... Read More
Deep ruby color with purple hints. Classic varietal aromas of black fruits, spices and a hint of vanilla scented oak. A range of layered flavors inclu... Read More
Deep ruby color with purple hints. Classic varietal aromas of black fruits, spices and a hint of vanilla scented oak. A range of layered flavors inclu... Read More
Deep purple colour with aromas of red fruits, chocolate and coffee beans. Red and black cherry flavours with scents of flower. Elegantly fresh oak on ... Read More
Deep purple colour with aromas of red fruits, chocolate and coffee beans. Red and black cherry flavours with scents of flower. Elegantly fresh oak on ... Read More
Expressive aromas of crisp fruit, there is plenty of citrus and green apple flavour followed by a rich mineral finish. A pure expression of the terroi... Read More
Expressive aromas of crisp fruit, there is plenty of citrus and green apple flavour followed by a rich mineral finish. A pure expression of the terroi... Read More
Classic Premier Cru Chablis with floral notes lifting above a rich minerality on the palate. There is some crisp apple fruit here too that combines we... Read More
Classic Premier Cru Chablis with floral notes lifting above a rich minerality on the palate. There is some crisp apple fruit here too that combines we... Read More
Highly aromatic and floral on the nose. Citrus fruit and a slightly honeyed character are evident on the palate and the finish is persistent and satis... Read More
Highly aromatic and floral on the nose. Citrus fruit and a slightly honeyed character are evident on the palate and the finish is persistent and satis... Read More
Buttercup yellow in colour, with a nose which combines smoky notes with dried fruit. On the palate, aromas of quince lead to a fresh finish. A complet... Read More
Buttercup yellow in colour, with a nose which combines smoky notes with dried fruit. On the palate, aromas of quince lead to a fresh finish. A complet... Read More
A rich, dynamic wine from Karim Mussi. With ripe dark fruit, plum and raisin flavours supported by well integrated tannins and bags of complexity. The... Read More
A rich, dynamic wine from Karim Mussi. With ripe dark fruit, plum and raisin flavours supported by well integrated tannins and bags of complexity. The... Read More
A Bordeaux-inspired blend with ripe blackberry fruit, damson and warming spice with subtle flavours of pencil lead, dark chocolate, cardamom and black... Read More
A Bordeaux-inspired blend with ripe blackberry fruit, damson and warming spice with subtle flavours of pencil lead, dark chocolate, cardamom and black... Read More
Winter flowers, Madagascan vanilla bean, chocolate and tiramisu. Polished tannins, honey-like texture and a lovely sweetness accompanied by a long fin... Read More
Winter flowers, Madagascan vanilla bean, chocolate and tiramisu. Polished tannins, honey-like texture and a lovely sweetness accompanied by a long fin... Read More
Rich and intense sparking wine with refined hints of toasty brioche, apricot and citrus fruit notes. Beautifully balanced in acidity, length and textu... Read More
Rich and intense sparking wine with refined hints of toasty brioche, apricot and citrus fruit notes. Beautifully balanced in acidity, length and textu... Read More
The Sélection de Parcelles cuvée combines the sensual minerality of the Chardonnay Premier Cru from Villers-Marmery with the elegant power of the Pi... Read More
The Sélection de Parcelles cuvée combines the sensual minerality of the Chardonnay Premier Cru from Villers-Marmery with the elegant power of the Pi... Read More
Vinified as a homage to the exceptional Chardonnays grown on pure chalk from the Montagne de Reims, this single vintage Blanc de Blancs expresses all ... Read More
Vinified as a homage to the exceptional Chardonnays grown on pure chalk from the Montagne de Reims, this single vintage Blanc de Blancs expresses all ... Read More
The perfect expression of the fruity and elegant aromas of Henriet Bazins' Grand Cru plots in Verzenay and Verzy, this blended rosé contains a good p... Read More
The perfect expression of the fruity and elegant aromas of Henriet Bazins' Grand Cru plots in Verzenay and Verzy, this blended rosé contains a good p... Read More
A nicely balanced wine with stunning richness and depth of flavour. Creamy notes of honey and soft herbal hints with a persistent long finish. Read More
A nicely balanced wine with stunning richness and depth of flavour. Creamy notes of honey and soft herbal hints with a persistent long finish. Read More
An intense and complex wine which shows ample ripe red currant fruit laced with sweet spice and vanilla. Elegant and well balanced with a long, linger... Read More
An intense and complex wine which shows ample ripe red currant fruit laced with sweet spice and vanilla. Elegant and well balanced with a long, linger... Read More
Truly a limited production wine with just over 6,000 bottles produced. On the nose, it offers notes of tropical fruits and white flowers with hints of... Read More
Truly a limited production wine with just over 6,000 bottles produced. On the nose, it offers notes of tropical fruits and white flowers with hints of... Read More
- Cork has a long history with wine and has been used as the sealing method of choice for over 400 years.
- Cork can be compressed easily so has an excellent anti-slip property.
- It allows the passage of oxygen into the bottle allowing the wine to breathe whilst it is maturing.
- Cork has an image of quality.
- It is a renewable resource since only the bark is removed from the cork tree.
- Cork makes a satisfying 'pop' when removed from the bottle.
- It is is biodegradable.
- Cork supports an entire industry of corkscrews and other products.
Cons of Cork
- Cork can cause problems with the wine such as TCA.
- It can be difficult to remove, and sometimes break off into the bottle.
- Cork is becoming more expensive
Technical Cork
Technical Cork covers closures made from reconstituted cork which is bonded together. There are various types made and it behaves in a similar manner to natural cork. It tends to be used in relatively inexpensive wine.