Richard's Nose - Wine Cork - Polished Brass

Before the first sip, there is the scent.

Ripe fruit, warm bread, a hint of flowers – it rises from the glass and tells you what’s to come. Most of what we call taste begins in the nose. Without scent, wine is little more than texture. With it, every glass becomes a story.

About the Object

Scent is our most nostalgic sense. A single breath can bring back a summer evening, a dinner with friends, or a place you thought you’d forgotten. That’s why we gave our cork a nose. It honours the sense that turns a simple glass into a lasting memory. Crafted to be kept, displayed and shared, it brings a touch of wit and beauty to every table, and reminds you to breathe in before you begin.

Product size

Height: 105mm

Material

Polished Brass

Product weight

180 grams

Designed Year

2024

Polished brass is a living material that naturally changes over time. When exposed to air, it gradually develops a richer patina through oxidation, a characteristic that many appreciate for the warmth and individuality it brings. The rate of this natural ageing process depends on environmental conditions, particularly humidity.

Fingerprints, candle wax, grease and other corrosive substances may eventually leave marks or stains, especially if the item is kept in a humid environment.

To maintain the polished finish, gently wipe the surface with a soft, dry cloth. For more thorough cleaning, use a mild brass polish free from abrasive particles. As polished brass can scratch easily, avoid brushes, steel wool, abrasive sponges and coarse polishing cloths.

Avoid prolonged contact with corrosive substances, as these may permanently affect the surface. After cleaning, always ensure the item is completely dry by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth, as residual moisture may alter its appearance over time.

With regular care, the polished finish can be maintained. If allowed to age naturally, the brass will gradually develop a distinctive patina unique to its environment and use.

Each Richard's Nose wine cork is sculpted and polished by hand, so no two noses are ever quite alike. Like scent itself, every piece carries its own small character. With time and use the metal takes on a gentle patina, the quiet record of evenings shared around the table. It is not a flaw but a story, and it makes your wine cork unlike any other.