Michigan Wine Country

Had a nice time in Traverse, Michigan. We visited a few vineyards L.Mawby, Willow and Black Star Farms and all were enjoyable and in close proximity to each other. We would recommend anyone checking these out. L. Mawby in particular was unique in that it only produces sparkling wine. It was a different tasting experience but we were guided through the tasting by an enthusiast staff. Enjoy wine in Michigan next time your there. TwistedCorkscrew.com

Picnic at Ascot

Just added a new line of picnic baskets and backpacks from Picnic at Ascot. These are top of the line baskets and backpacks with a lifetime warrantee. In addition to the baskets and backpacks we carry barware, barbeque tools and sets, picnic tables and trunk organizers which includes golf trunk organizers.

Personal Winemaker

You can be a wine maker even if you live in a big city apartment. Why shoudn't you experience the enjoyment of creating that special wine to share with your family and friends?

This personal wine making system is designed for anyone that wants to make their own wine but doesn't have the space, time, money or patience it takes to make wine the old way.

This innovative wine making kit simplifies the wine making process into 3 steps using the Artful Winemaker. This wine kit was designed to take the hassle out of wine making and leave you with only the enjoyment of the wine making. You can craft premium wine in just 28 days, in 3 easy steps.

The Artful Winemaker Personal Winemaking System makes no mess and requires no heavy lifting to hand craft 12 signature bottles of wine. The all inclusive Artful Winemaker Deluxe system includes everything you need to make wine including the bottles and labels. Premium wine kit refills are available in five popular varietals.

Every bottle is as memorable as the last with fine flavors and bouquets as unique as an individual brushstroke.

Replica Antique Corkscrews

Replica Antique Corkscrews are unique, attractive and functional. TwistedCorkscrew.com carries 7 styles all of which will add style and elegance to your cellar. Six of the styles we carry come in a leather clad wooden box, which is an excellent way to display these unique corkscrews. These replica antique corkscrews are reasonably priced and make a great gift for wine lover. Our biggest sellers are the Hinged Wonder and the Lever but my personal favorite is the Waiter’s Vintage Corkscrew.

Hand Painted Cartoon Style Wine Glasses

Come celebrate with our exclusive hand painted Celebration Wine Glasses celebration wine glasses. These glasses are very unique with funny cartoon characters. They are a big hit as a gift for that special celebration. We have a large selection to include Life's a Beach, It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere, the Lucy look alike Girl Grape Stomper and the standards like Happy Anniversary and Happy Birthday.Each glass comes with a designer gift box. All glasses and paint are lead free

Personal Wine Making System

We are really excited at TwistedCorkscrew about the new product we have coming in late June 2009. It's called the Artful Winemaker and it will bring wine making to your home even if you live in a big city apartment. This personal wine making system is designed for anyone that wants to make their own wine but doesn't have the space, time, money or patience it takes to make wine the old way. This innovative wine making kit simplifies the wine making process into 3 steps using the Artful Winemaker. This wine kit was designed to take the hassle out of wine making and leave you with only the enjoyment of the wine making. You can craft premium wine in just 28 days, in 3 easy steps. Why shoudn't you experience the enjoyment of creating that special wine to share with your family and friends?

How much should I spend on a corkscrew?

I was recently ask if it was worth spending the money to get a Laguiole corkscrew versus a less expensive one. The Michelangelo is a large corkscrew 5.75 inches long and heavier than most corkscrews. I like the larger size of the Michelangelo, some people prefer the smaller (normal size). It comes in a natural wood box.
Laguiole is the Mercedes of corkscrews which sets the standards but it is pricey. You can't go wrong with a high end corkscrew like Laguiole if it's in your budget however, I think you would be pleasantly surprised with the quality of the Michelangelo corkscrew. With the cost savings in buying a Michelangelo you can afford to buy some other wine accessory like the Vinturi Wine Aerator and still end up spending less than the cost of a Laguiole.
Personally, in my wine cellar I use the Michelangelo corkscrew and I keep it displayed in the wood box which sits next to my wine aerator.

We carry a large selection of corkscrews which should satisfy anyones needs.

Any opinions on this topic?