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Why Do Restaurants Give You the Wine Cork? [VIDEO]

By: Ted Farrell on May 01, 2015

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Did you ever wonder why they give you the cork when you order a bottle of wine at a restaurant? Is it to prove that the wine is fresh?

Haskell's Chairman and CEO Jack Farrell has the answer, and it's probably not what you expected.

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Founded in 1934, Haskell’s has championed fine wines for over 80 years. We have 13 wine stores in Minnesota, two delis and one restaurant. As one of the top wine shops in North America, Haskell’s is known for legendary service and one of the finest collections of wine, beer and spirits. Led by Chairman and CEO Jack Farrell, and the Farrell family, Haskell’s continues to be at the forefront of the wine scene throughout the world. Haskell’s also can ship wine, beer & spirits all throughout the world, the U.S. and we deliver locally.

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