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October 21

// SPARKLING WINES

CORK STOPPER //

Lafitte applies all its expertise and technology to the production of a cork stopper consisting of a composite core and two natural discs for sparkling wines.

This single-piece stopper, made from scraps of cork sheet used in cork stopper production and two natural discs bonded with food-grade adhesive, allows for the creation of a unique cork stopper while maintaining its physical and mechanical properties. Available in various cosmetic grades.

The granules used in its production undergo our MaxClean process to ensure that the cork’s organoleptic properties do not interfere with the wine’s sensory profile.

Technical Specifications

  
   Length
    Diameter
    Density
  
    48 ± 0.5
    30.5 ± 0.3
    270 ± 40
  
    mm
    mm
    Kg/m³

Length	Diameter	Density
48 ± 0.5	30.5 ± 0.3	270 ± 40
mm	mm	Kg/m³

  
    Bezel
    
e height of the discs
  
    NV ± 0.5
    10 ± 1
  
    mm
    mm

Bezel	e height of the discs
NV ± 0.5	10 ± 1
mm	mm

— Cork stoppers should be used no later than 6 months after shipment;
— Cork stoppers must be stored in:
> clean , well-ventilated, and odor-free;
> maintained at a temperature between 15°C and 25°C;
> with a relative humidity between 50% and 65% (at levels above 65%, there is a risk of irreversible microbial contamination).
— Use standard bottles;
— Regular inspection of the corking machine’s clamps, which must always be clean and prevented from rubbing against each other (as this causes indentations in the cork);
— The room temperature at the time of bottling must be between 15°C and 25°C;
— Vacuum-seal or CO₂-seal;
— Observe the recommended fill level for the bottles;
— Clean the equipment every day before and after bottling;
— Do not compress the plug to less than 2/3 of its diameter (this causes structural damage, poor recovery, and leaks);
— Insert the plugs to a depth of 24 mm ± 2 mm after placing the muzzle;
— Bottles should not be laid on their sides immediately after bottling. They must be kept upright for at least 3 minutes to allow the cork to regain its shape and ensure a secure seal;
— Storage and transportation of the product in accordance with regulatory standards.