Ever wondered why a sparkling cork stopper looks like a mushroom? 🍾 Beverages like sparkling wines require a seal that keeps gases in, while maintaining pressure inside the bottle, and sparkling cork stoppers are perfect for this job. When inserted into the bottle, the cork compresses to fit snugly in the neck. Once inside, it expands, creating a tight seal against the glass and preventing gas from escaping. The mushroom shape forms quickly when the cork is removed, as the lower part expands. Cheers! 🥂 #Portocork #CorkStoppers #Cork #SparklingWine
Portocork America
Beverage Manufacturing
Napa, CA 367 followers
Portocork is the premier supplier of natural cork closures to the North American wine industry.
About us
Portocork is the premier supplier of natural cork closures to the North American wine industry. For nearly a quarter-of-a-century, our company has produced a wide range of natural cork stopers, ranging from high-end still and sparkling wine cork to Twin Top® and Neutrocork® products designed for age-worthy wines. Portocork is also the home of the individual cork screening technology NDTECH, launched in 2016 and that has revolutionized the industry by becoming the first proven technological innovation which effectively eliminates cork stoppers which have a detectable level of TCA on a full production scale.
- Website
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http://www.portocork.com/
External link for Portocork America
- Industry
- Beverage Manufacturing
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Napa, CA
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1983
- Specialties
- Natural Cork Closures, Twin Top Closures, *ICON* Certified utlizing NDtech, Neutrocork Stoppers, Champagne Stoppers, Beer & Cider Closures, TCA Research, GC/MS Testing, ndtech, cork stoppers, and natural cork stoppers
Locations
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Primary
164 Gateway Road East
Napa, CA 94558, US
Employees at Portocork America
Updates
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At Portocork, we ensure top-quality cork stoppers through rigorous testing and meticulous production. Trust Portocork for the highest standards in cork quality. 🍷 #Portocork #CorkStoppers #Cork #Wine #QualityCork
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A cork for every bottle! At Portocork, we know that different bottles need different cork stoppers. When selecting the right cork stopper, consider: 🍇 Type of wine 🍾 Wine pressure 📏 Internal diameter of the bottleneck Remember: not all bottles are the same! We’re here to help you make the best choice for your wine. 🍷 #Portocork #Wine #CorkStoppers #Cork
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Ideal for still wines. 🍷 Made with high-grade natural cork disks at both ends and a micro-agglomerate cork body obtained by individually moulding, 1+1 EVO® cork stoppers assure great physical and mechanical performance with a smooth surface. Corks are subjected to rigorous quality standards, including Portocork’s patented ROSA Hi-Tech treatment, which guarantees the product an exceptional level of sensorial neutrality. Its high sealing potential and its total organoleptic neutrality make it an ideal product for high-quality wines needing longer periods of stay in the bottle (up to 5 years). 👉 Discover more on our website: https://bit.ly/1-1-Evo #Portocork #CorkStoppers #Cork #Wine
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Recycling Cork Stoppers: A Step Towards a Sustainable World. Recycling cork stoppers is crucial for sustainability. It prevents CO2 from being released into the atmosphere and extends the cork's CO2 retention capacity. Every ton of cork stoppers retains around 1.07 tons of CO2. By recycling used cork stoppers, you help reuse the raw material and lower the production costs of related products. ♻️ Join us in making a difference for our planet! 🌍 #Portocork #Cork #CorkStoppers #Recycling #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #GreenLiving
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Exceptional wines deserve exceptional corks. Trust Portocork. 🍇🍷 #Portocork #CorkStoppers #Cork #Wine
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🌳✨ The Cork Harvest is On! 🌳✨ At Portocork America, the cork harvesting season is one of the most exciting times of the year. We're busy gathering the best quality cork to bring you sustainable and premium products. #Portocork #Cork #CorkHarvest #CorkStoppers #Sustainability
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Cork's unique cellular structure gives it remarkable elasticity and impermeability. Each cork cell contains air, which allows the cork to compress and expand, creating a perfect seal. These natural properties make cork an excellent material for wine stoppers, providing a perfect seal that preserves the integrity and flavor of the wine over time. 🍷 The unique cellular structure ensures that every bottle remains as the winemaker envisions it, providing an exceptional wine experience. 🌟 #Portocork #Cork #CorkStoppers #Wine
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Harvested from the noble cork oak trees, our stoppers represent centuries of heritage. While we embrace the technology of today, we remain true to our roots, ensuring that every bottle sealed with a Portocork closure delivers an exceptional wine experience. 🍷🌳 #Portocork #Cork #CorkOak #CorkStoppers
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Discover the power of cork! Cork closures do more than just preserve wine. Thanks to their phenolic compounds, they actively enhance the aging process, making each bottle better over time. Cheers! 🍷 #Portocork #CorkStoppers #Cork #Wine