1.   Continuing to twist in the same direction gently removes the cork, which you then have to manually unscrew from the helix.

2.   For most wine enthusiasts, the ritual of removing the cork from a bottle of wine adds something to the mystique of the moment.

3.   How can I remove a cork without a corkscrew?

4.   Remember to remove the corks before serving!

5.   Some natural corks have a thin wax coating, so that the cork can be removed easily.

6.   For those who find the corkscrew less than user-friendly, an inventor has created a device to remove the cork without a corkscrew.