i've had better luck soaking them with genuine imitation TSP-like product
for a couple of days first, then using the ol' razor blade & elbowgrease.
step 2 is applying nail polish remover on the gum residue using a green
scrubby pad.
those sticky SOB's are the main reason i gave up on scavenging empties. but,
free is free...

"Dick Adams" > wrote in message
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> How do you remove laminated labels from wine bottles?
> Soaking in hot water is ineffective.
> Brillo didn't even scratch it.
> Heating in a microwave on high for 5 minutes did nothing,
>
>
> Any ideas?
>
> Dick