Diam is the only cork closure that provides both perfect homogeneity between one bottle and another and perfect control over the different levels of permeability. Through the DIAMANT® process, it also ensures incomparable sensorial neutrality.

Who owns Diam corks?

WE CARE ABOUT YOUR WINE Diam Bouchage is a subsidiary of Oeneo, a group working in the world of wine through two divisions: winemaking (Seguin Moreau – Vivelys) and closures (Diam Bouchage).

What are Diam corks?

What is a Diam cork? Some 95 per cent of it is processed cork; the rest is acrylate and polyurethane. Diam uses only finely milled, de-lignified, suberin-rich cork (around 40 per cent of the total raw weight of cork bark), which is then flooded with supercritical carbon dioxide.

How much do Diam corks cost?

Diam now produces over 1.25 billion technical corks a year, an enormous number considering they launched their first technical cork just 12 years ago. A drawback, though, is the relatively high price (a Diam “10 stopper” costs around 28 cents) and a cheaper appearance.

Does Coravin work with Diam corks?

Is it possible to use Coravin for wines bottles with Diam corks? Yes, we love Diam! It is fine to use the Coravin on a Diam cork – however please be aware that the quality of the cork can affect the experience. If the cork is not well made there may be issues with either the needle or with resealing.

What is a Diam?

Definitions of diam. the length of a straight line passing through the center of a circle and connecting two points on the circumference. synonyms: diameter. types: bore, caliber, calibre, gauge. diameter of a tube or gun barrel.

Can you use a Coravin on a Diam cork?

It is fine to use the Coravin on a Diam cork – however please be aware that the quality of the cork can affect the experience. If the cork is not well made there may be issues with either the needle or with resealing.

Is diam natural cork?

Made using traditional cork, Diam seeks to eliminate the issue of cork taint and provide winemakers with a high level of consistency in aging from year to year, all while maintaining all the traditions of a natural cork.

Are Diam corks synthetic?

The DIAM II cork is one of the most advanced wine corks available. It provides all of the benefits of natural cork and the TCA-free qualities of synthetic cork. DIAM II is a whole, natural cork stopper designed to meet the needs of super-premium wines, or extended aging time.

Are Diam corks compostable?

Natural corks are not biodegradable. Origine by DIAM and the whole DIAM range are recyclable just like any other technical cork.

How many times can you Coravin a bottle?

How often can I access the same bottle with my Coravin System? As long as the bottle is closed with a natural cork in great condition, the Coravin System can be used to access the same bottle with our standard needle about 25 times.

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Why choose diam Bouchage?

« Diam Bouchage designs, manufactures and markets technological cork closures. As the last oenological act of the winegrower, the closure must enable the wine to fully develop in the bottle and maintain its aromatic profile.

What is the Diamant® process?

In 2003, the company began investing in a revolutionary, patented process, called the DIAMANT® process that uses the properties of supercritical CO2 to extract the volatile compounds of cork and eradicate the molecules responsible for giving a taste to the wine, especially those causing “cork taint”.

What is origine by diam®?

In 2016, the company launches Origine by Diam®, a closure that reconciles science and nature, integrating a beeswax emulsion and binding agent composed of 100% plant-derived polyols. each year.