Off The Vine: Screw Caps On Wine Bottles Fuel Debate

By Al Vuona, Correspondent, Winchester Star: Food
Wed, 12/12/2018 - 9:53am

The debate over the use of screw caps on wine bottles continues to stir emotions among wine lovers. While some see them as rather novel, others have a strong aversion to their use. Since the early '60s screw caps have gained a rather solid footing in the wine industry and today can be found on bottles from around the world.

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