225 L SAUTERNES BARREL

SPEZIFICATION/ORIGIN: Sauternes/Bordeaux, France
WOOD: French Oak
SIZE: 225 l
AGE: 7 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: On Request

These Sauternes barrels made from fine-grained French oak are among the most sought-after sweet wine casks for demanding aging projects. The world-famous Sauternes wine from the Sauternes region shapes the barrels with its characteristic golden hue and an exceptionally elegant, fruit-forward aromatic profile.

During maturation with Sauternes wine, the barrels develop a multi-layered sensory character. Typical aromas include exotic and floral notes of mango, pineapple, peach, and ripe stone fruit, complemented by delicate almond nuances, hints of honey, and gentle sweetness. The fine-grained French oak ensures particularly refined oak integration, a soft tannin structure, and a well-balanced harmony between fruit, sweetness, and wood.

This harmonious aromatic profile makes Sauternes oak barrels ideal for finishing as well as for the storage and aging of a wide range of spirits such as whisky, rum, and brandy. Barrel-aged beers and ciders also benefit from the exotic fruit character, floral elegance, and smooth texture these barrels impart to the aging product.

The availability of original Sauternes barrels is naturally limited. Due to strong international demand and a highly competitive market situation, these pre-filled casks cannot be guaranteed on a continuous basis. Each available barrel is carefully selected, thoroughly inspected, and professionally prepared to ensure optimal conditions for successful re-filling.

These French oak Sauternes barrels are the perfect choice for producers seeking a premium sweet wine cask with refined fruit expression, floral depth, and versatile applications for spirits, beers, and cider - legant, rare, and sensorially exceptional.

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