Limited release launching 2026
Our Story
The Quest for the Perfect Pour
It began on a summer evening in Toulouse, when the warm Mediterranean air deteriorated the delicate balance of a beautiful bottle of Beaujolais and overpowered its aromatics with alcohol.
Anthony Boule, knew immediately he could build the solution.
Over the next decade, Boule consulted engineers, thermal specialists, industry experts, and France’s leading sommeliers to develop the innovation that would become LACARAF.
With the use of patented thermal technologies used in space programs, LACARAF created a new standard of wine service.
For the first time, any wine could be served at its precise temperature, in any setting. Every wine expert consulted agreed – with control of the service temperature, wines reveal a new dimension where their aromatics and structure are in perfect harmony.
The first trial editions sold out within months. And that was just the beginning.
Following its initial prototype evaluations, LACARAF has continued to evolve through feedback from early users and wine professionals. Recent refinements include updated interface options, enhanced battery indicators, improved international charging compatibility, elevated packaging finishes, and further ergonomic enhancements designed to refine both presentation and service.
This ongoing development process reflects LACARAF’s commitment to precision, usability, and the continuous pursuit of excellence in wine service.
Today, LACARAF continues to develop this vision, bringing together engineering, design, and a deep understanding of wine aromatics to collectors and fine dining institutions around the world.
The Designer - Sacha Lakic
Sacha Lakic is a renowned French designer and Founder of Sacha Lakic Designs. For over twenty years, he has created award-winning product designs for the world’s leading brands. He is known for his elegant and futuristic creations, which blend functionality with aesthetics. His designs have won numerous awards. Sacha is also a Syrah enthusiast.
Working closely with the LACARAF team, Lakic opted for a sleek and minimalist style, incorporating straight lines and gentle curves. Indeed, the decanter’s design is a crucial element of its success as it must honor tradition while introducing genuine innovation. Its form, both functional and aesthetic, makes it an appealing product for wine enthusiasts and fans of connected devices.
Our Journey
The Road to LACARAF
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2009–2012
Research
Thermal sensor research and experimentation.
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2013
Testing of Technology
LACARAF’s Technical Director, recognized as France’s foremost expert in the thermal analysis of electronic equipment, confirms technological breakthroughs in tests.
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2016
Patent Approval
The French National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) certifies LACARAF’s technology as a genuine technological innovation, leading to global patent approval.
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2019
Trophée CAP’TRONIC
Cap’Tronic awards LACARAF the prestigious Trophée CAP’TRONIC (Public Choice Award / Prix du Public) in the Grand Public (Consumer-Oriented Product) category.
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2024
Designed by Sacha Lakic
Award-winning French designer Sacha Lakic partners with LACARAF to design the first consumer prototype for production.
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2026
U.S. Launch
LACARAF is launched in the United States.