Le Creuset Activ-Ball Corkscrew

The Activ-Ball technology uses a self-centering mechanism that guides the screw directly into the center of the cork. This ensures a straight, secure grip every time, preventing the screw from piercing the side of the cork.

Yes, the Activ-Ball design is effective on both natural and synthetic corks. The smooth rotation makes it easier to extract tighter synthetic closures without crumbling or breaking them.

The foil cutter is designed with a wide, stable base. When you aren't using the corkscrew, you can simply place the handle of the corkscrew into the center of the foil cutter, allowing it to stand upright on your counter or bar cart.

The flexible body of the Activ-Ball allows for easier positioning on the bottle, and the turning mechanism is designed to require minimal physical effort. It is generally considered more ergonomic than traditional wing-style corkscrews.

Once the cork is removed from the bottle, simply turn the handle in the opposite direction—counterclockwise. This action smoothly ejects the cork from the screw without you needing to touch or pull it off manually.