Open Wine Without a Corkscrew: Safe Methods That Actually Work
No corkscrew? Open wine safely with a shoe, heat, or kitchen tools. Practical tips, real risks to avoid, and when to skip the hack entirely.
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How to Open Wine Without a Corkscrew: Safe, Real Tips for Emergencies
Stuck without a corkscrew? Dr. Vinny’s methods—push-in, heat, shoelace, shoe tap—plus practical safety tips and real use-cases to open wine with less mess.
No Corkscrew? Dr. Vinny’s Safe Hacks for Opening Wine Anywhere
Lost the corkscrew? Dr. Vinny shares safe, practical ways to open wine anywhere—plus my tips for storage, preservation, and cleanup.
No Corkscrew? Smart Ways to Open Wine (Shoes, Heat, Twine) Guide
Stuck without a corkscrew? We break down safe, real-world methods—shoe, heat, shoelace, and leverage—plus when to use each, risks, and tips from Wine Spectator.
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We tested Le Creuset’s Pocket Model Wine Opener—compact, self-pulling, and travel-ready. Here’s why this frosted-black tool might replace your waiter’s friend.
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A closer look at Cuisinart’s CWO-25 electric wine opener: stainless steel, compact sizing, and stress-free uncorking. Is this your weeknight MVP?
Brabantia Tasty+ Corkscrew Review: Safe Spiral, Big Handle Ease
Hands-on with the Brabantia Tasty+ corkscrew: enclosed spiral safety, extra-large handle torque, and smooth pulls that treat your bottles—and wrists—right.
13 Standout Wine Gifts for Every Personality This Holiday Season
From Dom Pérignon to Screaming Eagle, here are 13 wines tailored to personalities—smart, stylish gift bottles with tasting notes from Robb Report.
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56 Actually-Good Gifts for Wine Lovers, Curated by Pros | Strategist
From sleek electric openers to artful stoppers, Dominique Pariso’s Strategist guide rounds up 56 wine-adjacent gifts serious drinkers will actually use.
Creative Gifts for Wine Lovers That Go Beyond the Bottle
From smart fridges to cheese clubs and chic wine stones, here are stylish, creative gift ideas for every oenophile—curated with wit and real-world picks.