The term OPEN, AS A BOTTLE OF WINE can be solved by the crossword clue UNCORK (6 letters). To UNCORK a bottle of wine means to remove the cork from the top of the bottle, allowing the contents to be accessed. This is usually done with a corkscrew, which is a tool designed specifically for this purpose. The act of uncorking a bottle of wine is often seen as a ceremonial event, and is often accompanied by a toast or other celebratory gesture.