40 L - 130 L CASKNOLIA® PAJARETE BARREL
SPEZIFICATION/ORIGIN: Pajarete/Casknolia® Spain
WOOD: American Oak
SIZE: 40 l/50 l/64 l/130 l
AGE: 12 months (40 l - 64 l)/18 months (130 l)
DELIVERY TIME: Approx. 30 working days
These Pajarete wine barrels from Andalusia are among the rarest and most aromatically intense sweet wine casks available at OAKBARRELS.SHOP. The barrels are crafted at the renowned cooperage Tonelería del Sur and then deliberately seasoned for 12 to 18 months in nearby bodegas with Pajarete, a historic sweet wine from the Málaga region.
Pajarete is a traditional, highly concentrated sweet wine from Málaga and is not classified as a sherry. It is known for its pronounced sweetness, oxidative depth, and exceptional aromatic density. During seasoning, the wine leaves a lasting imprint on the oak, creating an opulent barrel profile with notes of raisins, dried grapes, caramel, dark honey, and refined oxidative nuances.
These Pajarete-seasoned barrels are available in 40, 50, 64, and 130 liters, with each size offering a distinct maturation dynamic due to the high wood-to-liquid ratio:
40–50 liters – ideal for short maturation periods or targeted finishes with a strong sweet wine signature. 64 liters – a balanced option combining intensity with control. 130 liters – allows for calmer, more even aging with greater depth and structure
The barrels are made from American oak, which perfectly complements the rich sweetness of Pajarete. The wood contributes vanilla and caramel notes, gentle toasted aromas, and a warm, rounded oak spice, ensuring balance and structure despite the wine’s high natural sweetness.
After seasoning, the barrels are freshly emptied, carefully inspected, and professionally prepared for re-use. Condition, tightness, and sensory performance meet the highest professional standards.
These Pajarete wine barrels are ideally suited for the storage and maturation of premium spirits such as whisky, rum, and brandy. Barrel-aged beers and ciders also benefit from the intense sweetness, dark fruit character, and warm oak integration these casks impart. They are an exceptional choice for expressive, limited-edition maturation projects with a distinctive profile.
These Pajarete-seasoned sweet wine barrels made from American oak are the perfect solution for producers seeking a rare Málaga wine cask with high aromatic intensity, flexible aging dynamics, and versatile applications for spirits, beers, and cider - opulent, historic, and sensorily unmistakable.
DIMENSIONS (HEIGHT/Ø BILGE/Ø HEAD):
40 L: 54 cm/44 cm/35 cm
50 L: 56 cm/46 cm/37 cm
64 L: 60 cm/49 cm/39 cm
130 L: 80 cm/62 cm/48 cm
NOTE: Our products are only sold to companies or traders following § 14 of the German Civil Code. Consumers are clearly excluded from completion of a contract! Actual barrels / casks may differ from displayed sample images!
