Coravin Wine System Model Two

Coravin Wine System Model Two is a wine preservation device that lets you pour wine by the glass without removing the cork, using argon gas to protect the remaining bottle from oxidation. It is not an alcoholic beverage — it is a precision-engineered wine accessory designed for collectors and enthusiasts who want to access their bottles on their own terms.

Quick Facts: Type: Wine Preservation System  |  Brand: Coravin  |  Includes: 2 Argon Capsules  |  Needle: Teflon-Coated Stainless Steel

How It Works

The Coravin Model Two uses a thin, Teflon-coated needle that passes through the cork of a standard wine bottle without displacing it. Pressurized argon gas — an inert, food-safe gas that comprises more than 99.99% of each Coravin Capsule — fills the headspace inside the bottle, pushing wine through the needle and into your glass. Once the needle is withdrawn, the natural cork reseals itself, and the remaining wine is protected from oxygen exposure. This allows weeks, months, or even years between pours from the same bottle with minimal degradation.

Build & Specifications

The Model Two is constructed from stainless steel, zinc, black ABS plastic, mixed polycarbonate fiberglass, and reinforced nylon with chrome accents. Its Load Cell Technology creates precise force in the capsule-loading chamber, forming an airtight seal that prevents argon from escaping during use. Each included Coravin Capsule provides enough gas to pour approximately fifteen 5-ounce glasses of wine, and the system ships with two capsules in the box.

What the Model Two Does Well

The Teflon-coated needle is engineered to be gentle on natural corks, minimizing fragmentation and ensuring smooth, consistent pours. The system works best with standard natural cork closures — it is not designed for use with synthetic corks, screw caps, or sparkling wine closures. For anyone sitting on bottles they want to taste without committing to finishing, this device changes the calculus entirely.

Best For

• Wine collectors who want to sample aging bottles without opening them fully
• Hosting a dinner where guests prefer different wines by the glass
• Comparing multiple vintages or producers in a single tasting session
• Gifting a serious wine enthusiast who already has a well-stocked cellar

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Coravin Model Two preserve wine? The system inserts a needle through the cork and uses pressurized argon gas — an inert, tasteless gas — to displace oxygen inside the bottle, allowing wine to pour while the remaining liquid stays protected from oxidation.

How does the Coravin Model Two compare to the Plum wine dispenser? The Plum is a countertop appliance that holds and dispenses from open bottles with temperature control, while the Coravin Model Two is a handheld, portable device that never actually opens the bottle at all — two fundamentally different approaches to preservation.

Does the Coravin Model Two work with all wine bottles? The Model Two is designed for still wines sealed with natural corks; it is not compatible with synthetic corks, screw caps, glass stoppers, or sparkling wine closures, as these do not reseal after needle withdrawal.

How many pours does one Coravin Capsule provide? Each Coravin Capsule contains enough argon gas to pour approximately fifteen 5-ounce glasses of wine, and the Model Two ships with two capsules included.

Is the Coravin Model Two difficult to use? The device requires minimal setup — you load a capsule, clamp the unit onto a bottle, insert the needle through the cork, and tilt to pour, making it straightforward for anyone comfortable handling a wine bottle.

What replacement supplies does the Model Two need? The primary consumable is the Coravin Capsule, which must be replaced after its argon is depleted; replacement needles are also available and recommended periodically to maintain clean, smooth pours.

Is the Coravin Model Two worth the price? The Model Two positions as a mid-tier option in Coravin's lineup, sitting below their premium Timeless and Pivot models, and it delivers strong value for collectors who routinely hold bottles worth significantly more than the cost of the device itself.

Why the Coravin Model Two?

The core appeal is simple: it decouples opening a bottle from finishing it. For anyone with a cellar of wines still developing, or bottles too valuable to drink in a single sitting, the Model Two removes the pressure of commitment. Its Load Cell Technology and Teflon-coated needle represent real engineering solutions to real problems — cork damage and gas leakage — that plagued earlier preservation attempts. Among handheld, non-appliance wine preservation tools, the Coravin system remains the benchmark.