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Cork, plastic or aluminum? Which material makes the best wine stopper?
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Cork, plastic or aluminum? Which material makes the best wine stopper?

Choosing the right closure for wine bottles is a crucial decision for winemakers, as it directly impacts the quality, aging potential, and environmental footprint of the wine. In recent years, alternative closure materials, such as aluminum and plastic, have emerged alongside traditional cork stoppers. But which one is better for your wine?

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The Benefits of Choosing Cork Stoppers to Seal Wine
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The Benefits of Choosing Cork Stoppers to Seal Wine

When it comes to sealing wine bottles, one material has stood the test of time and emerged as the preferred choice of winemakers and enthusiasts alike – cork. Derived from the bark of cork oak trees, cork stoppers have been used for centuries, and their natural properties make them the perfect choice for preserving and aging wine.

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Celebrate forests with us during FSC® Forest Week 2022!
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Celebrate forests with us during FSC® Forest Week 2022!

This year, from 24th to 30th September, Lafitte Cork is proud to participate in the FSC Forest Week campaign by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). The campaign highlights the value of forests and how choosing sustainably-sourced products can help create resilient forests for the future.

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