Re: To cork or not to cork

Feb 02, 2009 1 Replies


I kinda liked the look of the Zork corks.  But they are more expensive


> than regular corks.  If I could find small quantities in Canada (like
> 100), I would probably give them a try.
>
> The T-corks would work well for some customers, but many customers
> would probably not like it.
>
> Steve

Personally I prefer corks. Simply because of the tradional aspect. Theres nothing as satisfying as uncorking a bottle. Using screwcaps just doesnt hold the same.


McKev


That won't help, the problem with bad corks is usually TCA which is caused by bleach interacting with the cork in a bad way to oversimplify. Most corks are not bad, if it compresses with a little finger pressure it's probably fine. Most people drink wine within a year or two so synthetics are not a bad option there; I have had wines under them for 4 or more years; I have to look...

Joe

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