225 L RED WINE BARREL AMARONE

SPEZIFICATION/ORIGIN: Amarone/Valpolicella, Italy
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

Amarone barrels from the renowned Valpolicella region stand for powerful, profound aging profiles and rank among the most sought-after red wine casks for demanding barrel projects. The famous Amarone della Valpolicella - one of Italy’s most concentrated and expressive red wines - is produced using the traditional Appassimento method, in which grapes are partially dried before fermentation. This process gives the wine exceptional density, structure, and aromatic depth - qualities that become permanently embedded in the barrel wood.

During maturation, the barrels develop an intense, fruit-driven aromatic profile. Dominant notes include ripe plums, dark berries, raisins, and dried fruits, complemented by fine herbal nuances, subtle spice, and warm oak tones. Depending on the maturation style, additional hints of cocoa, leather, and balsamic notes may emerge, lending the barrel remarkable depth and complexity.

These oak barrels from the prestigious Valpolicella growing area offer pronounced structure and are ideally suited for aging concepts where intensity, body, and aromatic depth take center stage. The powerful Amarone influence remains clearly recognizable, ensuring an expressive and character-driven barrel impact.

Thanks to these qualities, Amarone oak barrels are perfectly suited for the storage and finishing of premium spirits such as whisky, rum, and brandy. Barrel-aged beers and ciders also benefit from the dark fruit intensity, spicy depth, and robust structure that these casks impart to the aging product.

All barrels are carefully selected, thoroughly inspected, and professionally prepared prior to delivery to ensure optimal conditions for successful re-filling. These Amarone barrels from Italy are the ideal choice for producers seeking an intense red wine cask with high aromatic density, clear provenance, and versatile applications for spirits, beers, and cider - uncompromising, powerful, and refined.

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