500 L RED WINE BARREL BORDEAUX

SPECIFICATION/ORIGIN: Cabernet-Merlot/Bordeaux, France
WOOD: French Oak
SIZE: 500 l
AGE: 1 - 5 years
DIMENSIONS: Approx. 116 cm (Height)/90 cm (Ø Bilge)/74 cm (Ø Head)
LASER BRANDING (BARREL HEAD): Please select option above and upload your logo file.
SANDING: We also offer the option to have the exterior of your used barrel sanded. Please select this option above.
DELIVERY TIME: Approx. 20 working days (availability is not always guaranteed depending on the age and the number of prior fills)

MAXIMUM STABILITY FOR LONG-TERM AGING
Our 500-liter Tonneaux red wine barrels from Bordeaux represent uncompromising aging stability and exceptionally gentle oak integration. These large-format casks come from prestigious Bordeaux châteaux and were previously filled with classic Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot cuvées - wines internationally recognized for structure, depth, and outstanding aging potential.

With a capacity of 500 liters, these Tonneaux offer a significantly reduced wood-to-liquid ratio. This ensures particularly calm, slow, and controlled flavor transfer. The result is a uniform maturation process with clear structure and refined oak influence - never dominant, always balanced. The 500 L format is ideal for long-term aging and large-scale finishing projects where precision, consistency, and stability are essential.

BORDEAUX STRUCTURE IN LARGE FORMAT
Crafted from premium French oak, the staves retain the signature aromatic profile of classic Bordeaux wines. Expect notes of cassis, black cherry, and ripe plum, complemented by cedarwood, subtle spice, and finely structured tannins.

Thanks to the generous volume, the oak character remains restrained and harmonious. Whisky, rum, brandy, structured craft beers, and wines benefit from a clearly defined, dry red wine influence that adds depth without overpowering the base product.

PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION & DIRECT BORDEAUX SOURCING
Our 500 L Bordeaux Tonneaux are sourced directly from the region of origin and carefully inspected and technically prepared in our cooperage. We place special emphasis on tightness, wood quality, and sensory performance to ensure reliable refilling and professional reuse.

Through our close network in Bordeaux, we can accommodate specific requests regarding barrel age, cooperage, or number of previous fillings and provide suitable large-format options.

500 L Tonneaux red wine barrels (Cabernet-Merlot) from Bordeaux are the optimal choice for producers seeking maximum maturation stability, controlled oak influence, and long-term structural precision.

The large format enables calm, harmonious development with elegant tannin integration - perfect for premium spirits, craft beer, and demanding long-term aging projects.

Bordeaux Tonneaux 500 L – large volume, structure, balance, and professional aging control for high-end maturation.

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