SPECIFICATION/ORIGIN: Brunello di Montalcino/Tuscany, Italy
WOOD: French Oak
SIZE: 350 l
AGE: 3 - 4 years
DIMENSIONS: Approx. 104 cm (Height)/82 cm (Ø Bilge)/65 cm (Ø Head)
DELIVERY TIME: Approx. 20 working days
These 350-liter tonneaux from Tuscany embody the power, elegance, and depth for which Brunello di Montalcino is celebrated worldwide. With a barrel age of approximately 20 months and three previous fillings, they offer a perfectly balanced maturation environment in which the influence of oak and prior use is harmoniously integrated, allowing the spirit or beverage to develop with precision and complexity.
Crafted from high-quality French oak and shaped by the maturation of Brunello wines based on Sangiovese, these casks have developed a layered and expressive aromatic profile. Typical notes include ripe cherries, dried plums, and red berries, complemented by subtle hints of tobacco, leather, herbs, and delicate spice. The tannin structure is present yet well-integrated, providing structure without overpowering the character of the maturing product.
The 350-liter tonneau format ensures an ideal balance between volume and wood surface, enabling slow and controlled maturation. Due to multiple prior uses, the oak impact is already refined and moderated, making these casks especially suitable for complex and finely tuned aging projects where elegance and balance are key.
After emptying, the casks are carefully inspected and professionally treated using infrared technology. This process ensures a particularly gentle yet effective conservation of the barrel, optimizing its sensory quality and preparing it for high-performance reuse.
These Brunello tonneaux are ideally suited for the maturation of premium spirits such as whisky, rum, or brandy, as well as for high-quality wines, barrel-aged beers, or cider. They impart depth, structure, and a distinctive Italian character that supports the creation of balanced and long-lasting products.
These casks are an excellent choice for producers seeking a large-format, multi-used red wine barrel with Mediterranean character and refined oak integration - complex, elegant, and highly versatile.
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