Champagne sword
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A Champagne sword is an instrument used to open champagne on ceremonial occasions. The bottle neck is held at an angle of approximately 20 degrees and the sword is cast down on it. The experienced sommelier opens the bottle with small loss of champagne.
[edit] External links
- Champagne sword article on Wired News
- Sabrage Explained article on Japan Times Online
