It sits snug on the outside of the bottle, allowing it to fit almost any wine bottle, beer, soda, or even olive oil. Geeking out on all sorts of gear, he's keen to help people find the perfect tools and gadgets for their oenophilia. It doesn’t have the typical lever-style system but rather a rubber gasket that expands inside of the bottle as you twist, creating an airtight seal regardless of the bottle’s size. We tasted bottles over the course of a week, comparing their flavor to a control bottle that was left uncorked and open. Some stoppers simply plug into the neck of the bottle and keep the wine fresh for a few days, while other stoppers can pump and vacuum-seal the bottle to provide an even tighter seal, allowing the wine to stay fresh for up to two weeks or an even longer.

According to some reviews, this champagne stopper may lose its effectiveness if used incorrectly (over-tightened or pulled off the bottle to remove instead of twisting), so be sure to follow the instructions to keep this tool in good shape. We’re not scientists, but injecting oxygenated air into the bottle doesn’t seem like step one in the fight against oxidation.

For a wine stopper that will work to preserve all your wine (including sparkling wine) and fit most bottles, our top choice is the Rabbit Champagne and Wine Sealer. I used to do the teaspoon trick which works ok, but being given a fizz stopper (like this one) has been life changing! Another tip to keep your champagne, prosecco, or cava fresher for longer is to make sure the bottle is kept cold.

If you're willing to vacuum seal your wines, we suspect you're willing to put in a little work to keep your open bottles in tip-top shape for multiple nights of subtle flavors, and the vacuum-sealed Vacu Vin will do the trick. During testing, we found that this stopper didn't aerate as well as a dedicated aerator, it allows small pieces of cork to pass through, and it doesn't provide the most secure seal. Multiple points to seal from the bottle and pour spout provide an extra leak point and added wear possibilities. The Le Creuset Champagne sealer has a clean, all-metal appearance and puts out a pretty sophisticated vibe. Her writing has appeared on sites such as Eater, Heated, and Elemental, and her videos have been published on The Cut and in The New Yorker.Below, we discuss each test metric and detail which models stood out as top performers in each area. If you’re concerned about the stopper popping off in the fridge, look for ones with safety clips that clamp onto the bottle sides. A regular wine stopper may prolong the life of your bubbles for a few hours in a pinch, but it really isn’t ideal.

Our blind taste tests didn't show extra flavor savings from the vacuum sealers compared to the other stoppers, but if the thinking is that removing as much O2 from the bottles as possible to limit oxidation, they are successful at creating a vacuum. Vacuum-activated mechanical devices get mixed reviews, but we really liked the secure feel of the EZBasics Wine Saver Vacuum. The matte black look of the stopper is modern and sleek, while the adjustable nature of the seal keeps the wine from spilling out if the bottle is turned on its side. Simply shove one of these beveled stoppers into your opened bottle of Beaujolais, and drink again another day.No home bar is complete without a sparkling wine stopper or a reusable wine cork, and this affordable set contains both. It’s no secret that an opened bottle of wine can quickly turn into your best wine vinegar if left on the counter for a few days. We find that models like the Rabbit are simple but effective if you push them hard into the bottle as you would a cork. It combines plastic and stainless steel for an airtight seal that keeps your sparkling wine bubbly for up to three days after opening.

Admittedly, some of our testers had trouble discerning the difference in flavor between vacuum-sealed bottles and bottles with regular stoppers. Used the lid as stated but after several uses on various bottles of fizz and it fell apart and became useless. This fan-favorite champagne stopper employs a patented sealing technology invented by Walter Fortunato (WAF).You might not expect to find bar tools designed by a company known for its cast iron Dutch ovens, but the Le Creuset champagne stopper is actually one of the best on the market.