225 L GIRAUD-GALIANA® WINE BARREL - CARPATHIAN OAK
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PRODUCTION: Giraud-Galiana®/Cognac, France
WOOD/ORIGIN: Carpathian Oak/Carpathians, East Europe
SIZE/TYPE: 225 l Bordeaux
DIMENSIONS: 95 cm (Height)/69 cm (Ø Bilge)/57 cm (Ø Head)
STAVES: 27 mm
TOASTING: Light/Medium/Medium +/Heavy
WOOD DRYING: 24 months
DELIVERY TIME: Approx. 30 working days
OPTIONS:
36 months wood drying
Black hoops
Toasted Heads
Laser Branding
The Giraud-Galiana barriques made from Carpathian oak combine the highest level of craftsmanship with the unique characteristics of a rare wood, renowned for its exceptional properties in wine aging. These 225-liter barrels, crafted by one of France’s most exclusive cooperages, set new standards for discerning winemakers and wine enthusiasts.
Carpathian oak is known for its fine-grained structure, which allows for particularly gentle micro-oxidation. This results in wines with an optimal balance of fruit, freshness, and complex aromas. The wood imparts elegant notes of vanilla, delicate spices, and subtle toasty aromas, enhancing the wine without overpowering it.
Giraud-Galiana represents artisanal perfection and the highest wood quality. The staves are sourced from carefully selected timber from the oldest and most precious forests of Eastern Europe and undergo a natural drying period of 24 to 36 months. This extended maturation process ensures a gentle extraction and harmonious integration of oak aromas.
With decades of expertise, Giraud-Galiana seamlessly blends traditional barrel-making with cutting-edge production techniques. Each barrique is crafted with the utmost precision to meet the high standards of renowned winemakers.
Whether for the aging of white or red wines, the 225L barriques made from Carpathian oak by Giraud-Galiana enable precise maturation control, imparting wines with unmatched elegance, depth, and aromatic complexity.
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