Advertisement
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the careless handlingof champagne is one of the most common causes for holiday-related eyeinjuries. These injuries are often caused by improperly opening the bottle, asa champagne cork is under 90 pounds of pressure -- three times the pressureinside a car tire. So, before you break open a high-pressured bottle ofbubbly, it's important to know the proper technique. After 125 years ofproducing premium California champagne, Korbel Champagne Cellars is theauthority on entertaining with bubbly. By following these simple tips, you canopen the champagne bottle like a pro -- without injury or spillage.
Advertisement
"Champagne is for sipping, not spraying," said Gary Heck, owner andpresident of Korbel Champagne Cellars. "Follow these tips and you're sure toget your fine champagne, like Korbel, in the glass, rather than all over yourguests. And remember, practice makes perfect. The more you entertain and servechampagne, the easier it gets."
While the popping of a cork may sound festive and exciting, it tends towaste champagne and can be dangerous. The recommended Korbel way to properlyopen a bottle is to ease the cork out slowly, with the sound of a gentle sigh.In order to celebrate this holiday season without injury (or wastingchampagne) follow these five easy steps:
"Whether you're toasting a good year or serving Mimosas at brunch, theholidays always call for champagne," said Gary Heck. "Opening a champagnebottle can be tricky, but don't be intimidated. These five easy steps toopening a champagne bottle will make your job much easier and faster."
Established in 1882, Korbel Champagne Cellars has been a part of America'sgreatest celebrations. Korbel is the number one selling premium methodechampenoise produced champagne in America. Korbel urges that you celebrateresponsibly.1. Make sure your champagne is chilled and unshaken. Chill the bottle for at least four hours in the refrigerator (a warm bottle is more likely to pop unexpectedly). 2. Remove the foil cap covering the top of the bottle, exposing a wire hood. 3. Undo wire hood with six half-turns of the knob. 4. Hold bottle at a 45 degree angle while holding the cork firmly with one hand and the base of the bottle with the other. Be sure to point the bottle away from your guests. 5. Do not twist the cork. Rather, turn the bottle slowly while letting the cork glide out gently, emitting a gentle sigh. Note: Never use a corkscrew. A champagne cork is highly compressed. If a corkscrew is inserted at an angle, you may have an exploding bottle in your hand.
SOURCE Korbel Champagne Cellars
