The Director Aubrey - Antique French Champagne Tap

Aubrey is a really impressive design. He is a French corkscrew, 19th Century French Serpent Champagne Tap.

Oak handles with steel helix. very impressive engineering where the helix screws into the cork and pushed towards bottom of the bottle, the serpent’s tail is a valve which turns to allow the Champagne to travel up the tap and out the serpent’s mouth.

Champagne Taps were popular in the Victorian period. 

He has some patina and lovely wear to his wood, with some chips and scratches throughout from many years of use.  

Dates late Victorian 

Ideal for wine enthusiasts or those looking to add a touch of charm to their vintage barware collection.

Dimensions

Length: 19cm  Width:9cm