We have spent over 20 years testing various high-end French-made Laguiole corkscrews and have narrowed down our selection to the brands that we trust the mostfor their functionality, appearance, and warranty support. Unlike other French brands, these Laguiole corkscrew brands offer a post-purchase service system for warranty claims and offer superior performance. We take pride in managing all warranty & repair claims from within the United States.
What does this mean for you?If you purchase a Laguiole corkscrew from us and encounter any issues, you can send it to us for service rather than having to ship it all the way to France and back. We send corkscrews and knives for warranty or repair services to France monthly, saving our valued customers approximately $50 in shipping costs. All corkscrews and knives are shipped and personalized from our location in Jacksonville, Florida.
We have spent over 20 years testing various high-end French-made Laguiole corkscrews and have narrowed down our selection to the brands that we trust the mostfor their functionality, appearance, and warranty support. Unlike other French brands, these Laguiole corkscrew brands offer a post-purchase service system for warranty claims and offer superior performance. We take pride in managing all warranty & repair claims from within the United States.
What does this mean for you?If you purchase a Laguiole corkscrew from us and encounter any issues, you can send it to us for service rather than having to ship it all the way to France and back. We send corkscrews and knives for warranty or repair services to France monthly, saving our valued customers approximately $50 in shipping costs. All corkscrews and knives are shipped and personalized from our location in Jacksonville, Florida.
The Chateau Laguiole classic was created in 1993 by Master Sommeliers Guy Vialis and was the first true waiter-style Laguiole style corkscrew on the market. Since it debuted the Chateau Laguiole brand has been the favorite among some of the world best sommeliers. As of 2021 Chateau Laguiole are still the most sold and imitatedhigh-end waiter-style Laguiole corkscrews. Two distinctive style are available, the Classic and the Grand Cru pictured below. The Grand Cru series was created in 1996 to satisfy the need for a stylish wine opener. The Grand Cru has the same characteristic as the classic but is more suitable for heavy-duty use.
The Chateau Laguiole classic was created in 1993 by Master Sommeliers Guy Vialis and was the first true waiter-style Laguiole style corkscrew on the market. Since it debuted the Chateau Laguiole brand has been the favorite among some of the world best sommeliers. As of 2021 Chateau Laguiole are still the most sold and imitatedhigh-end waiter-style Laguiole corkscrews. Two distinctive style are available, the Classic and the Grand Cru pictured below. The Grand Cru series was created in 1996 to satisfy the need for a stylish wine opener. The Grand Cru has the same characteristic as the classic but is more suitable for heavy-duty use.
Handmade in the village of Laguiole, France, the Forge de Laguiole "Sommeliers" as they are often called are the only high-end waiter-style corkscrews to feature the traditional shepherd's cross on most models. This wine opener was created in collaboration with professional sommeliers in France and around the world. It's ergonomics, elegance, and efficiency earned it the "Prix Design Plus" (the Design Plus award) in Frankfurt, Germany. Additionally, each one of these incredibly efficient masterpieces are entirely hand-assembled and completed by the same craftsman to ensure pride in the completed object.
Handmade in the village of Laguiole, France, the Forge de Laguiole "Sommeliers" as they are often called are the only high-end waiter-style corkscrews to feature the traditional shepherd's cross on most models. This wine opener was created in collaboration with professional sommeliers in France and around the world. It's ergonomics, elegance, and efficiency earned it the "Prix Design Plus" (the Design Plus award) in Frankfurt, Germany. Additionally, each one of these incredibly efficient masterpieces are entirely hand-assembled and completed by the same craftsman to ensure pride in the completed object.
This long-awaited high-end Laguiole waiter's corkscrewfeatures a patented one-piece two-step boot lever; a forged one-piece spring & bee and a non-serrated foil cutter to facilitate sharpening.
What sets this tool apart from all others including non-Laguiole corkscrews is its size and ergonomics. At 5.6 oz it is not a lightweight tool, but it feels surprisingly good in any size hands male or female. This object of pure luxury is taking over the two-step corkscrew business and of course, it is 100% Made in France. The Magnums are entirely handmade in Europe's capital of cutlery "Thiers." The “Gilles®” Fontenille Pataud collections of cutlery are considered by many to be some of the best money can buy. All items offered by Gilles are entirely made by a single craftsman from start to finish ensuring pride of ownership of the final piece. It is also important to note that all magnum wine openers are individually photographed so you will actually receive the one on the listing.
This long-awaited high-end Laguiole waiter's corkscrewfeatures a patented one-piece two-step boot lever; a forged one-piece spring & bee and a non-serrated foil cutter to facilitate sharpening.
What sets this tool apart from all others including non-Laguiole corkscrews is its size and ergonomics. At 5.6 oz it is not a lightweight tool, but it feels surprisingly good in any size hands male or female. This object of pure luxury is taking over the two-step corkscrew business and of course, it is 100% Made in France. The Magnums are entirely handmade in Europe's capital of cutlery "Thiers." The “Gilles®” Fontenille Pataud collections of cutlery are considered by many to be some of the best money can buy. All items offered by Gilles are entirely made by a single craftsman from start to finish ensuring pride of ownership of the final piece. It is also important to note that all magnum wine openers are individually photographed so you will actually receive the one on the listing.
