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Estal, the leading company in the development of premium packaging presents the Corkcoal stopper, which is distinguished by its innovation in materials, its commitment to sustainability and its careful design, worldwide and within the framework of the ProWein fair. 

Complex industrial processes are used in the manufacture of traditional micro granulated cork stoppers, with the consequent use of water, energy and chemical agents. All this with the aim of eliminating unwanted properties (taste, odour, colour, etc.) of the cork. Corkcoal combines two materials; cork and activated charcoal. The latter naturally neutralises and traps unwanted substances in the cork, as well as accepting and integrating variations in colour and size of the micro granulate.

Corkcoal is unique, therefore, in terms of sustainability because it reduces rejects and raw material waste without sacrificing quality; because the industrial cork washing processes are reduced and chemical bleaches are not used, and, therefore, its carbon footprint is lower. In addition, the active charcoal accelerates the biodegradation process of the stopper. Compared to other stoppers, thanks to its materials, Corkcoal offers a lower transfer of flavours to the product, and being neutral it also has better organoleptic properties.

The Corkcoal collection consists of three models: Sharp, Barrel and Cornice, with two sizes available 21.5 mm and 18.5 mm. Their design makes them perfect for spirits. Charcoal is a key element in the wine and spirit making process and the use of a stopper with this material gives these bottles authenticity.  The material and appearance of Corkcoal prevail, highlighting its natural qualities of charcoal from renewable sources. 

Adding a new innovation to the Wild world

The launch of Corkcoal expands the innovations that make up the Wild world, already consisting of Wild Glass and Wildly Crafted bottles. Wild Glass uses up to 100% recycled glass in the production process and embraces the flaw through a unique design language that translates into a unique new range of coloured glass. It has two distinctive collections, the Rude Collection for spirits and the Prima Collection for wines. Corkcoal stoppers are the perfect complement to Rude bottle designs, especially those with super short necks like Choker. Corkcoal models with a short stem of only 15 mm guarantee a watertight seal and are ideal for bottles with a reduced expansion chamber.

Corkcoal also brings authenticity and naturalness to the bottles in the Wildly Crafted collection, intended for manufacturers seeking a beautiful but imperfect look and an industrial production that respects sustainability.  Wildly Crafted bottles, unique thanks to their labelable textures, come in 5 different shapes (Primal, Natural, Brave, Bobber and Bobber Jr) and two types of mouths, Bocachata and Chocker, which stand out for their clean and clear finish, typical of manual manufacturing processes. The organic, rough and handcrafted design is absolutely complemented by the Corkcoal stopper models. Coherence and consistency in all the innovations developed by Estal.

About Estal

Estal was created in 1994 as a specialist in the world of packaging, offering a wide variety of premium packaging solutions for wine, distillery, beer, water and other beverages, gourmet products, perfumery, cosmetics and home fragrances. Basing its philosophy on a commitment to innovation and industrial excellence, the company is a market leader thanks to its work in customising packaging, developing unique models with the most advanced technical innovations and design. Estal has a new e-commerce platform, https://shop.estal.com/, which represents another step in the digitization of its services and adds benefits to the shopping experience it offers its customers.

Estal, a company specializing in the development of premium packaging, has seen how the differentiation, innovation and sustainability of its products was once again recognized in the Pentawards, the most prestigious awards in the world of packaging: a total of seven designs involving packaging from Estal's catalogue received the prestigious awards in this latest edition. The success of the commitment to offer a unique catalogue, always focused on innovation and design, is the central theme of Estal's recognition.

Estal's Wildly Crafted collection, designed together with SeriesNemo, has been awarded the Gold Prize in the sustainable design category, which values the environmental performance of the packaging, taking into account the materials used and the production methods. Wildly Crafted is specially designed for manufacturers looking for a handcrafted, rough and imperfect look and an industrial production that respects sustainability. The beauty of imperfections defines this collection, which is both attractive and ecologically aware. In addition, Wildly Crafted goes beyond design: it is an artisanal language that gives brands a new ingredient of value and a hallmark that generates community. This product has been particularly well received in the United States, where it is marketed by ByQuest.

On the other hand, the Estal’s Sommelier collection designed by Mario di Paolo, BrandBreeder, has also been awarded the Bronze Prize in this edition of the Pentawards 2020. This collection of bottles is For Mario di Paolo "a journey through time, a lasting and unbreakable connection with our roots, told through three genuine and organic wines from Puglia". This innovative and creative concept renews the aesthetics and functionality of wine bottles. The new model Sommelier reflects a minimalist ring profile that provides not only a simple and more fluid figure, but also generates real functional benefits for its consumer. The result of this innovation is a rejuvenated bottle that transmits a more dynamic and breaking image that is perceived to have a higher weight and a better-quality level. The Sommelier concept creates new opportunities for the creation of contemporary and exclusive wine bottles, in line with new consumer expectations.

The latest proposals from Wildly Crafted and Estal’s catalogue will be presented at the next edition of Bar Convent (12-18 October, Berlin), one of the most prestigious events in the sector.

A great success at the Pentawards

Along with the Wildly Crafted and Sommelier collection, five other designs in packaging or products from Estal were awarded prizes in this latest edition of the Pentawards. The new vodka from the American company Air Co, which has a distinctive Estal cap, has won the highest award, the Diamond. The Platinum Award has been granted to the London gin brand Pridem's Gin, designed by Enpedra Estudio and with a bottle from Estal's catalogue. The Murganheira wine, designed by Omdesign on another of Estal's characteristic bottles has been distinguished with a Gold Award. The Spanish designers SeriesNemo have received a second award: the Silver Award for the new premium vinegar by Toro Albalá, which also uses a bottle from Estal's collection. Finally, the bottle of Estal designed by Rita Rivotti for the Portuguese winery Vale D. Maria has been awarded the Silver Prize.

The Pentawards, which for the first time since their creation in 2007 have been held online, are the most important annual awards in the world of packaging. Participants include designers, design agencies, communication agencies, brands, packaging manufacturers and design students. Committed to recognising excellence in design and connecting the global packaging community, each year the Pentawards choose winners based on design quality, brand expression, creativity and innovation, and emotional connection.

About Estal

Estal manufactures glass containers for wines and sparkling wines, distillery, beverages, gourmet products, perfumes and cosmetics, and for home-fragrance. Specialists in premium solutions for the world of packaging for over 25 years, the company creates, designs and manages projects from the initial idea to the final product, providing maximum creative freedom, testing new materials, shades, textures, and applying the most advanced technical and decorative innovations.

The global solutions in packaging, integrating bottle or jar, closure, accessory, and decoration, make up the value of Estal's offer. The commitment to innovation is its main added value. The company develops new transversal and differential solutions on an aesthetic, functional and technical level. Its know-how has been recognised with prestigious industry awards such as the Pentawards for its groundbreaking Sommelier concept and the Prix Luxe Pack in green for its new Wild Glass colour with 100% recycled PCR glass.

With an annual turnover in 2019 of 35M euros, exports now account for 40% of Estal's sales, and the trend is upwards. As a representative company of internationalisation, with sales offices in the USA, UK, France, Portugal, Italy and China, Estal sells to all countries, along with the current collaboration of 11 distributors and agents in Spain and 16 in the USA, South America, Italy, France, Portugal, the Czech Republic, Germany, Belgium, Greece, Moldova, Poland, Australia and the United Arab Emirates.