Chateau Laguiole Philippe Faure-Brac - Best Sommeliers Series

Product details for Chateau Laguiole Philippe Faure-Brac Best Sommeliers Corkscrew

In 1993, Master Sommelier Guy Vialis introduced the Chateau Laguiole® Classic, the first genuine waiter-style Laguiole corkscrew. Since its inception, Chateau Laguiole® has become a favorite among elite sommeliers worldwide and remains the top-selling and most counterfeited high-end waiter-style Laguiole corkscrew globally. Rest assured, all authentic Chateau Laguiole corkscrews, like this one, are 100% Made in France.

The Philippe Faure-Brac Edition

This exclusive edition was created in honor of Philippe Faure-Brac of France, who earned the prestigious title of 1992 World's Best Sommelier. As a historic champion and the current president of the Union de la Sommellerie Française, he is celebrated for his unparalleled expertise and refined aesthetic in the very design of this professional tool.

Handle Character: Designed with direct input from the champion himself, this specific model features a striking handle crafted from Shou Sugi Ban & Blackwood Nakatado. Shou Sugi Ban is an ancient Japanese technique involving the careful burning of a solid wood plank, followed by brushing to reveal a lively, ribbed structural grain. This thermal modification process creates a rich, textured black finish that is incredibly resilient, ensuring your corkscrew is both a professional-grade instrument and a highly unique piece of functional art.

Included Black Sheath: The authentic Chateau Laguiole black belt sheath, favored by numerous waiters globally, fits belts up to 2.5" wide. Each sheath, crafted from meticulously chosen genuine cowhide, is produced by Max Capdebarthes in France.