Coravin snelschenknaald (Model 2)

The Coravin system makes it possible to pour a glass of wine without uncorking the bottle. The wine remaining in the bottle retains its quality and can be stored for years without losing flavor.

The Premium Needle ensures a smoother pour than the original standard needle; moreover, the design featuring a pattern of many small openings has been shown to significantly reduce the amount of natural cork fragments. The Premium Needle combines the softness of the Vintage Needle and the speed of the Fast Pour Needle for an even greater wine experience.

Using a stainless steel Teflon® coated needle that passes through the cork, noble argon gas (which prevents oxidation) is 'injected' into the bottle. This creates pressure, causing the wine to be 'pushed' out of the bottle through the same needle. Any oxygen attempting to enter the bottle is blocked by the argon, which is heavier than oxygen. Because the cork is not removed from the bottle, the wine can continue to develop, whereas it would normally oxidize once poured.

Thanks to the Coravin, the quality of the wine is preserved, and even special wines—which usually remain in the wine cellar for a long time—can simply be served by the glass. The bottle remains unopened and untouched, yet it can be drunk. This Coravin Needle, developed specifically for the hospitality industry, features a special, thicker needle for faster pouring, specifically for the Coravin Model 2.