Agglomerated Wine Corks #9 x 1.75" – Reliable Closures for Short-Term Aging Versatile Corks for Everyday Wines, Meads & Ciders These agglomerated wine corks are a dependable, budget-friendly choice for everyday bottling projects and short- to medium-term aging. Made from high-quality granulated cork, they provide a consistent seal in standard 750 mL wine bottles, helping protect your wine, mead, or cider while it conditions and matures in the cellar. Each cork measures #9 x 1.75" (23mm x 44mm), a standard size for most still wine bottles. Sold as a single product with multiple variants, you can choose between convenient 25 count and 100 count packs to match the size of your bottling run. Product Highlights Cork style: Agglomerated #9 x 1.75" wine corks (23mm x 44mm) Best for aging: Beverages intended to be consumed within 1–5 years Applications: Still wine, mead, cider, and other non-sparkling beverages Pack options (variants): 25 count and 100 count Appearance: Smooth, uniform cork surface for clean bottling and a professional look Best Uses & Cellaring Time Ideal window: Designed for wines and beverages aged less than 5 years Great for: House reds and whites, rosé, fruit wines, and everyday meads Not for: High-pressure sparkling products or very long-term cellar projects Equipment & Compatibility Bottle fit: Standard #9 x 1.75" (23mm x 44mm) size for most 750 mL wine bottles Required corker: Use with a bench or floor corker for proper compression and insertion Not recommended: Hand corkers; these corks are too firm and may not insert correctly with handheld tools Bottling Tips for Home Winemakers Cork storage: Keep corks in a cool, dry place until bottling day; modern agglomerated corks do not require soaking Sanitation: Ensure bottles are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before filling and corking Fill level: Maintain a consistent fill height and headspace to support a reliable seal and stable aging Cellar conditions: Store bottles on their sides in a cool, dark, and vibration-free environment to keep corks slightly moist and sealed Why Choose Agglomerated Corks? Cost-effective: Excellent value for wines and beverages that will be enjoyed in the near to mid-term Consistent performance: Uniform granulated cork construction for repeatable, predictable bottling results Perfect for home use: Ideal for home winemakers and small-batch producers who bottle frequently and do not need long-term cellar closures
