225 L MADEIRA BARREL FRENCH OAK

SPEZIFICATION/ORIGIN: Madeira, Portugal
WOOD: French Oak
SIZE: 225 l
AGE: 5 years
DIMENSIONS: Approx. 95 cm (Height)/69 cm (Ø Bilge)/57 cm (Ø Head)
LASER BRANDING (barrel head): Please select the option above and email us your logo file separately to [email protected] stating the order number. 
SANDING: We also offer you the option of sanding the outside of the used barrel (please select above).
DELIVERY TIME: Approx. 20 working days

These Madeira wine barrels made from French oak are distinguished by their relatively young barrel age and a particularly lively, aromatically expressive character. They combine the structural advantages of high-quality French oak with the signature warm aromas of Madeira wine and are ideally suited for demanding aging and finishing projects.

During maturation with Madeira wine, the barrels develop a multi-layered aromatic profile. Characteristic notes include honey, vanilla, chocolate, and coffee, complemented by delicate caramelized nuances and elegant sweetness. The French oak contributes subtle wood notes, a well-balanced tannin structure, and additional depth—without overpowering the wine-driven and sweet aromas.

Madeira wine is traditionally fortified with sugarcane spirit or brandy and is renowned for its exceptionally high aging potential. This unique characteristic also leaves a lasting imprint on the barrel: the aromas stored in the wood are stable, complex, and ideally suited for further use in maturation.

Thanks to these qualities, Madeira oak barrels are perfectly suited for finishing as well as for the storage and aging of premium spirits such as whisky, rum, and brandy. Barrel-aged beers also benefit from the sweet, warm aromatic influence, which adds depth, complexity, and an elegant, rounded character to the final product.

Each barrel is carefully selected, thoroughly inspected, and professionally prepared to ensure optimal conditions for successful re-filling. These French oak Madeira barrels are the ideal choice for producers seeking an aromatically intense sweet wine cask with high aging potential and clear provenance—rooted in the rich winemaking tradition of Madeira.

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NOTE: Our products are only sold to companies or traders following § 14 of the German Civil Code. Consumers are clearly excluded from completion of a contract! Actual barrels/casks may differ from displayed sample images! Net prices per unit ex works. Subject to availability.