Well, not much. W.C. Fields once remarked I was trapped in the wilds of Afghanistan without a corkscrew and forced to live on water for several days. Just as there are the right kitchen tools, there are also the right wine tools. To me, a good wineglass and a way to keep open wine fresh are just as vital as a good corkscrew. Let me tell you about a few of my favorite wine tools.
Most corkscrews cause headaches.
They break too easily, are too expensive, or are just too difficult to use. The Brabantia corkscrew is quite efficient, using the screw design rather than the more common lever design. Cheaper and more durable than the Screwpull, its sleek design and effortless operation make it foolproof. Although less durable than the Brabantia, it is easier to operate because one simply twirls a lever instead of twisting a handle. When seeing it in operation, customers often comment It can t be that easy.