Unico Chivhariri cheWaini chine Mabasa Akawanda by Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini

Unico Chivhariri cheWaini chine Mabasa Akawanda by Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mubairo weBronzi we A' Design Award in Midziyo yeKubika, Tafura, Kunwa neKubikisa Competition Category.

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Unico Chivhariri cheWaini chine Mabasa Akawanda

by Mauro di Girolamo and Tommaso Marzolini

Client: Pour Different

Mubairo weBronzi we A' Design Award Winner in Midziyo yeMukicheni Category

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The Design

About Unico Chivhariri cheWaini chine Mabasa Akawanda

Unico ichivhariri chewaini chine mabasa akawanda chinogadzirisa patsva zvibatsiro zvewaini nezvibatiriro zvitanhatu zvakabatanidzwa. Pamusoro pekuva chinodurura chisingadonhe madonhwe, chinodzora kuyerera, uye chinokurumidza kuisa mweya muwaini, chinovhenekera zvitsva zvitatu zvinokosha: Kuvhura Nyore kuti ishandiswe nyore, Kumisa Kwakachengeteka kudzivirira kudururika, uye chigadziko chine NFC chekuwana ruzivo rwewaini runoramba ruchivandudza. Chinogadzirwa kuburikidza nekudhinda SLS 3D, zvinobvumira kugadzirisa nekukurumidza, kunyangwe pamabhachi madiki, zvichivimbisa magadzirirwo akasiyana nemguva yekugadzira inokurumidza.

The Recognition

About the Mubairo weBronzi we A' Design Award

Mubairo weBronzi we A' Design Award wakahwinwa ne Unico Chivhariri cheWaini chine Mabasa Akawanda, rukudzo rwakakwirira kwazvo runopiwa kumadhizaini akasiyana anozivikanwa nekugadzira, njere nekungwara. Vakunda veBronzi mabasa ane unyanzvi hwakakwana uye kugadzira kunoshamisa kunosimbisa ruzivo rukuru, pfungwa nehunyanzvi hwevagadziri vawo. Unico Chivhariri cheWaini chine Mabasa Akawanda inotarisirwa kuva chinhu chinokudzwa kwazvo, chinoremekedzwa uye chinodiwa, chine hunyanzvi hunoonekwa uye zvitsva. Dhizaini iyi yakahwina Mubairo weBronzi we A' Design Award inosanganisa maitiro akanakisa muhunyanzvi, sayenzi, dhizaini netekinoroji uye yakasiyana nekutarisisa zvidiki. Unico Chivhariri cheWaini chine Mabasa Akawanda inogutsa zvinodiwa zvakanaka, inobata zvishuvo, inokwezva manzwiro uye inomutsa kuda kuziva.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Unico combines six functions in a single solution. In addition to being a drip-free pourer, flow reducer, and instant wine aerator, it introduces three exclusive innovations: Easy Open, allowing you to open and close the bottle without removing it; Safety Stop, the first system that seals the bottle in case of accidental tipping; and a smart stand with integrated NFC, providing access to exclusive wine-related content simply by bringing your smartphone close.
Dimensions & Packaging: Length 25 mm
Width 25 mm
Height 100 mm
Tags: stopper, winestopper, winetool, wine
Production Technology: Unico was developed through an iterative design process combining advanced engineering, digital fabrication, and user-centered research. Produced via SLS 3D printing, it integrates PA12 nylon, food-grade silicone, stainless steel, and neodymium magnets for durability and performance. 3D printing enables rapid customization, even for small batches, allowing unique designs tailored to specific needs. All this is complemented by NFC integration, enhancing interactivity and making Unico a wine stopper bridging tradition and innovation.
Design Challenge: The project was conceived with the ambition of integrating all the most sought-after functions in the industry into a single tool. Its functional complexity and intricate geometries were made possible through laser sintering 3D printing.
In addition to reducing production waste by over 40% compared to traditional manufacturing methods, this technology is the only one capable of creating the complex internal geometries that would otherwise be impossible to achieve.
Research: The research began with a market analysis to understand wine enthusiasts' needs and accessory limitations. The goal was to create a multifunctional stopper without compromising aesthetics or practicality. Using an iterative approach with tests and simulations, we optimized design and functionality. Surveys, sommelier interviews, and user testing validated comfort and efficiency. The integrated NFC enhances interactivity, impacting product innovation and functional design evolution.
Inspiration: Unico is not only an elegant synthesis of innovation but a tribute to the essence of wine itself. Inspired by its deep cultural heritage and the rituals of sharing, Unico enhances both the serving and tasting experience while fostering the exchange of knowledge and stories about wine. Every design choice reflects the fluidity and refinement of wine, blending tradition and technology into a seamless interaction that connects people through a shared passion.
Project Duration: Born in Florence in December 2023, the project was recognized among the best Italian design projects of 2024 by the ADI Design Index, earning a nomination for the Compasso d’Oro 2026. It was exhibited at the ADI Design Museum in Milan and Spazio WeGil in Rome between October and November 2024. Unico is also the winner of the 2025 Global Design Awards in Hong Kong. Developed through extensive research and innovation, it embodies a balance of functionality and aesthetics, setting a new standard in contemporary design and redefining the user experience.
Operation Flow: Once applied to the bottle, Unico opens and closes with a simple half-turn, allowing pouring without removal. The same motion resets it if the Safety Stop is activated. During pouring, it instantly aerates the wine. After use, a 180-degree turn allows full disassembly for deep cleaning, even in the dishwasher. Its interactive stand acts as both a support and a gateway to expertly curated, AI-enhanced wine content, simply by bringing your smartphone close.
Patents: Patent application for industrial invention. No. 102023000006048. 29/03/2023. Italy
Utility model patent application. No. 202023000001290. 29/03/20233. Italy
Team Members: Mauro Di Girolamo
Tommaso Marzolini