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Available in capacities from 5 to 100 hectolitres, they combine centuries of Italian cooperage craftsmanship with modern cellar technology and are individually built to match the specific requirements of your winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the choice of oak species and vessel size to technical equipment and finishing details, every fermenter is custom-configured to fit your production process and winemaking philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eITALIAN COOPERAGE CRAFTSMANSHIP AT ITS FINEST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery fermenter is handcrafted by experienced Italian master coopers who combine traditional barrel-making expertise with state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques. 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Finally, all hoops are inspected and adjusted before the vessel undergoes a comprehensive quality inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an open-top fermenter in outstanding technical and cosmetic condition, ready for immediate use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCUSTOM CONFIGURATION FOR YOUR WINERY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure seamless integration into your existing cellar, each refurbished fermenter can be individually configured to match your technical requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear and bottom outlet connections can be supplied to suit your preferred system, including DIN, Garolla, Macon, or other connection standards. We configure every fermenter to integrate perfectly with your winery's existing infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the individual vessel, a wide range of additional technical options is also available. 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