Screwcap or cork?

March 16, 2018 Reva K. Singh Features, Learn Wine, Wine Lover's Notebook

Wine bottles with screwcaps are here to stay, but the debate continues about which is better screwcap or cork?
Screwcaps eliminate the risk of cork taint and make opening a bottle of wine so much easier. However, screwcaps are not appropriate for all wines. I like serious red wines that are produced for ageing to be under cork. Corks prevent reduction (the opposite of oxidation) when you open the bottle. Screwcaps are best with aromatic white wines, rosés and reds made for early drinking.

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