How to Sabre a bottle of Champagne with a Laguiole Champagne Sabre in Aubrac?
Opening a bottle of champagne with a champagne saber, a technique also known as “sabrage”. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you master this method with a Laguiole champagne saber:
Materials needed:
- A Laguiole champagne saber.
- A well-chilled bottle of champagne.
- Towel.
Steps:
1- Preparation:Make sure the bottle of champagne is cold. A cold champagne helps minimize splattering when sabring.
2- Remove the film and the wire hood:Remove the film that surrounds the top of the bottle and the wire hood, leaving the cap to stand alone.
3- Locate the weld:Find the bottle seal, which is the part where the neck meets the body of the bottle
4- Position the saber:Hold the bottle firmly in one hand, tilted at about 45 degrees.
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- Position the Laguiole champagne saber flat against the bottle, with the back of the blade near the seal.
5- The gesture of sabrage:With a smooth and fast movement, slide the blade of the saber along the neck of the bottle following the line of the weld.
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- The saber should come into contact with the neck of the bottle at the weld, and the blow should be clean and precise.
6- The bottle is Sabred, Serve:Once the sabrage is successful, serve the champagne in flutes and enjoy!
It is essential to practice this technique carefully, paying attention to the direction of the sword and avoiding any sudden movements. With a little practice, you’ll be able to master the art of sabering and impress your guests with this elegant method of opening champagne.

