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Closure Compatibility with Coravin® Timeless™ Systems

Bottles sealed with natural cork will naturally reseal after pouring with a Coravin Timeless™ wine by-the-glass system. If the cork is cold, resealing may take a little longer – typically around one minute. For chilled wines, we recommend standing the bottle upright briefly after pouring to allow the cork time to reseal fully.

Coravin Timeless systems are also compatible with agglomerated corks, multi-piece corks, and twin top corks.

Use caution when accessing bottles with wax seals. A thin wax coating over the cork is generally soft enough not to interfere with the needle or your ability to pour. However, a thick wax disc under the foil – often found on vintage Ports – can obstruct the needle and cause damage. If you encounter resistance, do not proceed.

Important: Coravin Timeless systems are not compatible with glass closures. These closures can cause permanent damage to the needle. For bottles with glass closures, we recommend using the Coravin Pivot® wine by-the-glass system.

Always handle the needle with care and follow the instructions for your specific Coravin wine by-the-glass system. To replace the needle, begin by unscrewing the needle grip counterclockwise until it releases, then lift it out. Insert the new needle gently into the needle guide and screw the grip clockwise until it is secure.

For step-by-step instructions and videos for your specific system, explore the user guides on-site.

Bottles that are cracked or chipped can break. We provide a Coravin Wine Bottle Sleeve for safety if you are more comfortable using one.

Argon is an inert, non-reactive gas, which means it does not engage with the wine or its components. Because of this property, argon is used in Coravin's wine by-the-glass systems to protect still wines from oxidation without altering their taste or aroma. This ensures that each pour maintains the integrity and quality of the wine.

Yes. Coravin Timeless™ wine by-the-glass systems work with screwcap bottles when used with the Coravin Timeless Screw Cap accessory, which creates a secure, reusable seal that lasts for up to three months. Coravin Pivot+® is also compatible with screwcap bottles using the Pivot Stopper, keeping wine fresh for up to four weeks.

Coravin Timeless™ wine by-the-glass systems are designed for natural corks and will not reseal synthetic corks. If your bottle has a synthetic cork, you can remove it and use the Coravin Pivot+® wine by-the-glass system instead. The Pivot Stopper creates an airtight seal that keeps wine fresh for up to four weeks, regardless of closure type.

Coravin Timeless™ and Pivot+® wine by-the-glass systems use 100% Pure™ Argon gas because it’s an inert, food-safe gas already trusted by winemakers to protect wine during production. Argon is heavier than oxygen, so it forms a protective barrier inside the bottle, shielding the remaining wine from oxygen and keeping it completely unaffected – allowing it to continue aging naturally for weeks, months, or even years, depending on the system.

No – natural corks are self-sealing, so after the Coravin precision-engineered needle is removed, they naturally expand back to their original shape. You can access the same bottle multiple times without affecting its ability to protect the wine. After around 15 punctures, the cork may begin to lose its seal, so for frequent small pours it’s best to replace the cork to maintain perfect protection

Not at all. While Coravin is perfect for accessing rare or special bottles, it’s just as valuable for enjoying any wine on your terms. Many wine lovers and restaurants use Coravin for everything from weekday pours to fine vintages, because it lets you explore different bottles without the pressure to finish them. Whether it’s a treasured collectible or a casual favorite, Coravin keeps every glass tasting exactly as it should.

Yes. Coravin wine by-the-glass systems are trusted by millions of wine lovers and used in thousands of top restaurants and wineries around the world.

Coravin Timeless™ uses a precision-engineered needle and 100% Pure™ Argon gas to pour without removing the cork, keeping the remaining wine completely unaffected so it continues to age naturally for enjoyment even years later.

Coravin Pivot+® works with any closure type. By replacing the bottle’s closure with the Pivot Stopper and injecting 100% Pure™ Argon gas as you pour, it keeps wine fresh for up to four weeks.

Coravin Sparkling® uses a universal charger with 100% pure CO₂ – the same gas that naturally creates bubbles in sparkling wine – to maintain original taste and bubbles for up to four weeks.