The Sommelier's Tips

How to Open a Wine Bottle Like a Pro?

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Opening a bottle of wine is child’s play! You only need three tools: the glass, the bottle, and of course, the sommelier's knife. The latter tool consists of three parts: the serrated knife, the lever, and the worm (corkscrew).

First, place your bottle on a flat, stable surface, with the label facing your guests or your audience if it's a demonstration. First, use the serrated knife to cut the foil covering the cork. Remove it completely. Once this is done, you'll see the top part of the cork, known as the "mushroom."

Take the worm and place the tip in the center of the mushroom, then start turning. When you reach the last thread, place the lever at the first notch on the side of the bottle's neck and lift slightly, until you reach the second notch.

Lift again to pull out about three-quarters of the cork. To avoid breaking the cork, hold it entirely in your hand, pull gently... and you’re done. You can now move on to the most fun and interesting part: tasting!