500 L TONNELLERIE DE COGNAC® WINE CASK - FRENCH OAK
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PRODUCTION: Tonnellerie de Cognac/Cognac, France
WOOD/ORIGIN: French Oak/Centre France
SIZE/TYPE: 500 l Tonneau
DIMENSIONS: 116 cm (Height)/90 cm (Ø Bilge)/74 cm (Ø Head)
STAVES: 27 mm
TOASTING: Light/Medium/Medium +/Heavy
WOOD DRYING: 24 months
DELIVERY TIME: Approx. 30 working days
OPTIONS (please select):
36 months wood drying
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The 500-liter Tonneaux from Tonnellerie de Cognac represent outstanding craftsmanship, the highest quality, and exceptional aging technology. These exquisite barrels are crafted in the renowned Grande Champagne region of Cognac and are made from the finest French oak, carefully selected from the historic forests of Bertranges and Centre France. With their generous capacity, they are ideal for winemakers seeking a gentle, slow maturation while preserving the structure and natural aromas of their wines.
The oak used for the 500-liter Tonneaux is air-dried for a period of 24 to 36 months to ensure an exceptionally fine grain and a well-balanced tannin structure. Due to the larger volume, the intensity of wood extraction is reduced compared to smaller barrels, allowing for even slower micro-oxidation. This results in a smooth integration of tannins, exceptional balance, and a long-lasting aromatic evolution with delicate spicy and nutty notes.
Thanks to their unique properties, these barrels are an excellent choice for producers looking to impart a subtle yet complex oak character to their wines or spirits. They enable a harmonious maturation process where fruit, wood, and tannins blend in perfect balance and continue to develop elegantly over time.
With their well-designed volume, the 500-liter Tonneaux offer an optimal alternative between traditional barriques and larger barrel formats. They are ideal for winemakers striving for the highest quality, adding distinctive depth, finesse, and longevity to their wines.
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