{"product_id":"rotwein-fass-cabernet-merlot-amerikanische-eiche","title":"225 L RED WINE BARREL CABERNET-MERLOT - AMERICAN OAK","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION\/ORIGIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(69, 49, 53);\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet - Merlot\/France\/USA\/Spain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWOOD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amerikcan Oak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 225 l\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAGE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIMENSIONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 95 cm (Height)\/69 cm (Ø Bilge)\/57 cm (Ø Head) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLASER BRANDING (BARREL HEAD):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;Please select option above and upload your logo file.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"12\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eSANDING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;We also offer the option to have the exterior of your used barrel sanded. Please select this option above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #453135;\"\u003eDELIVERY TIME:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(69, 49, 53);\"\u003eApprox. 20 working days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #dc291e;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBOLD FRUIT \u0026amp; WARM VANILLA NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Cabernet–Merlot red wine barrels made from premium American oak offer a powerful, fruit-forward barrel profile with clear structure and approachable warmth. These freshly emptied 225-liter barriques are sourced directly from renowned wineries in international wine regions such as California and Spain, where Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blends are traditionally matured in American white oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of dark-fruited red wine and American oak creates an intense, accessible aromatic spectrum. Expect notes of blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum, complemented by vanilla, caramel, and subtle toasted nuances. The oak contributes a noticeable yet harmoniously integrated sweetness, resulting in a rounded, consumer-friendly maturation profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEXPRESSIVE BARRELS FOR CLEAR, FRUIT-DRIVEN AROMATICS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompared to French oak, American oak delivers more pronounced vanilla notes and softer tannins. The result is a barrel that provides strength and structure without excessive dryness. This makes these Cabernet–Merlot barrels particularly well suited for wine, whisky, rum, brandy, and barrel-aged beers that benefit from dark fruit character, mild spice, and warm oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe barrel impact is easy to control, supporting both medium-term aging and extended maturation where an intense yet balanced aromatic profile is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQUALITY SELECTION \u0026amp; PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter emptying, each barrel is carefully inspected and technically prepared in our cooperage. We place special emphasis on tightness, wood quality, and sensory performance to ensure consistent, high standards for refilling and professional reuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to our international network, we can respond to specific requests regarding region of origin, barrel age, or number of previous fillings and offer tailored options for your maturation project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFLAVOR PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCABERNET–MERLOT – blackcurrant, blackberry, plum\u003cbr\u003eAMERICAN OAK – vanilla, caramel, subtle toast\u003cbr\u003eOVERALL IMPRESSION – bold, fruit-forward, softly structured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCabernet–Merlot red wine barrels from American oak are the ideal choice for producers seeking an expressive, fruit-driven, and accessible barrel profile. They combine dark berry intensity with warm vanilla sweetness and deliver reliable results for wine, spirits, beer, cider, and wine maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican oak meets Cabernet–Merlot – powerful, harmonious, and versatile for modern aging and finishing projects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-block=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #453135;\"\u003eFLAVOURS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/6071\/0989\/files\/oakbarrels_aromagrafik_red_wine_cabernet_merlot-en_240x240.png?v=1744964901\" alt=\"Flavours Cabernet-Merlot Barrels from American Oak\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.webshopapp.com\/shops\/303912\/files\/381329859\/guidelines-used-barrels-oakbarrelsshop.pdf\" title=\"Guidelines for Used Barrels\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #976a4d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDOWNLOAD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guidelines for Used Barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-block=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(220, 41, 30);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"9\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sale of our products is exclusively to businesses or commercial customers as defined in §14 of the German Civil Code (BGB). 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