As featured in The Ten Best Corkscrews, The Independant 5/12/06.
Chateau Laguiole... Probably the most recognised of the Laguiole corkscrews, with a more traditional style.
The Chateau Laguiole was designed and developed by Guy Vialis, master Sommelier in the 1980's. Guy Vialis' creation is the renowned Chateau Laguiole recognised for its curved line, a waiter's corkscrew that is both elegant and powerful.
Details... The corkscrew itself has an indentation along the spiral worm which helps to grip the cork, a serrated knife to cut the foil and the lever arm doubles as a bottle opener. The Chateau Laguiole logo is imprinted on the lever section.
Characteristics... The Chateau Laguiole has a fully formed 'bee' insignia on the spine and an intricate decoration down the spine.there are many imitations of Laguiole corkscrews available, so take care when making your purchase.
Available in Black Horn, Juniper wood, Olive wood and Rosewood. The Black Horn version is made with highly polished stainless steel and the wooden versions with brushed stainless steel. All come with a real leather pouch as pictured. However, please note that the colours of the leather will vary.
Imitations... Please be aware that the word Laguiole is a generic term not legally resticted to any one company or place of manufacture, it is the name of a town in France and not a brand name. Therefore there are many imitations of Laguiole corkscrews available, so take care when making your purchase.
Our Guarantee... There are only a handful of manufacturers who make genuine Laguiole corkscrews that are each hand crafted from start to finish.The Laguiole Corkscrews presented here are guaranteed genuine articles all hand made in France.
Laguiole corkscrews are true works of craftsmanship and beauty - A corkscrew to last a life-time and to be passed from generation to generation.
