This Chateau Laguiole honors Markus del Monego, winner of the 1998 "World's Best Sommelier" taste-off. The handle is made of vinewood. The Foil Cutter blade on each corkscrew of this model is laser engraved with a unique serial number, identifying the individual corkscrew. Brushed steel bolsters. Comes with vertical, brown leather snap case.
Chateau Laguiole "Master Sommelier" series honors the winners of the "World's Best Sommelier" taste-offs, held every 3 years. Each winner is invited to Chateau Laguiole's workshops to select their "signature" corkscrew handle and leathercase. Master Sommelier series corkscrews feature graceful curved handles and realistic bees (see below, right) decorating the spines.
Manufactured in France, Chateau Laguiole synthesizes French savoire faire (know-how), good taste and the French art of living. MADE IN THIERS, FRANCE.