It’s that magical time of year. Of beautifully decorated tables and carefully wrapped gifts under the Christmas tree. When loved ones come together to share delicious meal, accompanied by still and sparkling wine. And take pleasure in exchanging thoughtful gifts…
Are you looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a wine enthusiast? Take a look at our selection of exceptional corkscrews. A single or double lever bottle opener, a sommelier or waiter’s corkscrew, a twin blade or endless screw… Which one would make the best gift? Read on to discover French wine tool manufacturer, L’Atelier du Vin’s selection of oenology gifts and tips to help you make the right choice.
Christmas corkscrew gift guide summary:
Gift an authentic oenology corkscrew
What Christmas gift can you get someone who loves fine wine? What about a classic corkscrew?
A collector’s bottle opener is the perfect gift for wine lovers and oenology enthusiasts. You can’t go wrong with a sturdy and elegant corkscrew they can use every time you share a glass of wine.
Whether presented in its case or accompanied by a beautiful bottle of wine, L’Atelier du Vin’s high-end corkscrews make the perfect gift for men, women, curious novices, and seasoned connoisseurs.
You can engrave a few words, a quote, or the person’s initials on our wooden or metal boxes, for a custom gift that will last a lifetime.
Our selection of corkscrews for a wine-themed Christmas gift
Since 1926, each item in our corkscrew range has stood out for its style, longevity, mechanism, and unique personality. Designed in our creative studio in Paris, and carefully crafted and embellished by our almost century-old French savoir-faire, each of our oenological tools boasts excellent ergonomics and reliability when opening a fine bottle of wine.
Soft Machine Blade – Le Pierre, a bottle opener with a folding knife
It’s always a good idea to find a gift that’s both useful and enjoyable. Soft Machine Blade – Le Pierre, a true masterpiece in our new range, is made out of ebony, brass, and hand-finished stainless steel.
This bottle opener, with its rustic design, is somewhere between a sommelier corkscrew and a Swiss army knife. The lever, spiral worm, foil cutter, and curved blade are all foldable, making it easy to carry around in your pocket or travel wallet.
The Soft Machine Blade – Le Pierre is an extremely elegant bottle opener. Its comma-shaped curve will appeal to design lovers and its rack-and-pinion mechanism enables one to effortlessly extract the cork. The fine blade is perfect for cutting bread, cold meats, and cheese. A sommelier and cutlery chef d’oeuvre that will delight wine lovers!
Oeno Motion, the classic corkscrew
Our powerful and charismatic Oeno Motion is considered to be one of the best corkscrews in the world. Winemakers, wine merchants, and connoisseurs use it to effortlessly and smoothly uncork and sample fine bottles of wine.
The corkscrew includes a foil cutter, and its jaw provides a firm grip on the bottleneck to open bottles in a perfectly controlled manner. It is easy to handle and intuitive.
Oeno Motion, a unique and lasting gift for a wine lover, is available with different finishings in a case customized with their initials.
Oeno Motion Wood & Black
This intuitive, almost instinctive corkscrew, is subtly coated in black with a solid walnut handle. Oeno Motion Wood & Black is a gem you’ll love to handle and proudly show off at every tasting.
Oeno Motion Wood & Chrome
This collector bottle opener’s chrome finish reflects its dazzling mechanism. Oeno Motion Wood & Chrome is an infallible gift of a lifetime for anyone with a passion for wine.
De Gaulle Corkscrew, a sure bet for the festive season
Our winged De Gaulle lever corkscrew is a Christmas dinner must-have. And the perfect gift for anyone who loves the convivial and friendly nature of wine.
Its two levers rise as the spiral worm enters the cork. Extraction is easy using both hands, keeping the bottle well balanced. The De Gaulle is also equipped with a bottle cap opener and is ideal for a family dinner or evening with friends.
Chic Monsieur, the endless corkscrew
Chic Monsieur, with its elongated silhouette, prolongs the bottleneck with its minimalist design. This elegant endless corkscrew stands out for its smooth mechanism. Simply screw the spiral to gently extract the cork without forcing it. A beautiful Christmas gift for design lovers with an eye for detail.
Bilame bottle opener, a vintage Christmas gift
Among our original gift ideas for the 25th of December, Bilame is like no other wine tool. Patented in 1949 by L’Atelier du Vin, this antique corkscrew is the only one that enables you to open and discreetly close a bottle without piercing the original cork! This atypical, timeless tool is renowned amongst professionals as a must-have accessory for removing fragile corks that would otherwise crumble with a worm. An unexpected and ingenious Christmas gift that packs a surprise!
Garçon, a sommelier corkscrew
Garçon is another word for “waiter” in French. This compact, elegant corkscrew is discreet and efficient, ideal for opening vintage grand crus at a tasting table. The perfect Christmas gift for budding sommeliers or professionals.
Oeno Box Sommelier
Our Oeno Box Sommelier, for professional use, comes with an authentic oenology corkscrew. Used to safely open cellared wine and grand crus, it is a must-have in a personal wine cellar. This ready-to-gift box includes a spare worm, a Wine Ring to catch any drops, and a guide, Millésimes de poche, which is particularly useful for recognizing grand crus at a glance.
The alternative: a champagne cork opener for a festive Christmas gift!
Our champagne cork opener is an original gift for eternal optimists and bubbly people who enjoy life! The bottle opener is discreet and efficient, absorbing all the pressure upon opening so that the cork remains in hand. The gesture is distinguished from beginning to end. A cheerful gift to inaugurate at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve!
A collector’s corkscrew set, the Christmas gift of a lifetime
Our collector’s corkscrew set is the Holy Grail for collectors of wine tools and rare objects: a unique gift of inestimable value for connoisseurs! You’ll find some of our best French creations, as well as antique, rare corkscrews unearthed and restored by our expert craftsmen.
Inside the fine wooden box, are slots and compartments to store photographs, beautiful labels, tasting notes, or other wine corks bearing the name of a great wine estate. This oenology set, presented in a luxury gift box, is a wonderfully rare Christmas gift.
Bonus: a L’Atelier du Vin gift card
If you don’t want to take any risks, a L’Atelier du Vin gift card, a voucher of the value of your choice, is valid for all our collections. Whomever you give it to can then select the bottle opener of their choice, or another wine tool, as per their personal preference.
A decanter, tasting glasses, an aerating pourer, a vacuum pump, stoppers, a cooler, wine cellar, or display accessories… The perfect gift could also be a wine tool to complement the bottle opener(s) they already have.
Our complete guide to the art of giving in oenology
If you’re looking for other gift ideas for a birthday, Father’s or Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, a celebration, a housewarming party, or just a small everyday gift, check out our complete gift guide of wine tools and accessories all year round.
