600 L WHITE WINE BARREL CHARDONNAY/SAUVIGNON BLANC

SPEZIFICATION/ORIGIN: Chardonnay/Sauvignon Blanc/Bordeaux, France
WOOD: French Oak
SIZE: 600 l
AGE: 4 years
STAVES: 40 mm
DIMENSIONS: Approx. 116 cm (Height)/98 cm (Ø Bilge)/83 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: 20 working days

ELEGANT BORDEAUX WHITE WINE AROMATICS FROM FRENCH OAK
These 600L French oak tonneaux originate from renowned wineries in Bordeaux and were used for four years to mature Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. This extended seasoning period has infused the wood with an exceptionally harmonious and multi-layered aroma profile, making these casks ideal for demanding maturation and finishing projects.

The combination of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc unites the creamy richness and structure of Chardonnay with the freshness, fruit character, and vibrant aromatics of Sauvignon Blanc. Over years of maturation, these characteristics became deeply embedded in the oak and now define the distinctive character of these exceptional tonneaux.

CITRUS FRUITS, RIPE PEAR & DELICATE HERBAL NOTES
The four-year seasoning with Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc has created a complex yet elegant aroma profile. Typical notes include ripe pear, yellow apple, and white peach, complemented by fresh citrus nuances and subtle hints of exotic fruit.

Delicate floral notes, gentle herbal nuances, and a light mineral freshness - hallmarks of premium Bordeaux white wines - add further complexity. The French oak contributes refined vanilla, spice, and subtle toasted notes, providing additional depth and structure.

Through years of use, the wood and wine aromas have become perfectly integrated, resulting in a remarkably harmonious and balanced cask influence.

The result is an elegant cask profile defined by fruit, freshness, and refined complexity.

TONNEAUX FORMAT FOR SLOW & CONTROLLED MATURATION
With a capacity of 600 liters, these tonneaux provide ideal conditions for slow and consistent maturation. The larger format allows for subtle and precise flavor extraction, preserving the optimal balance between oak and the aging product.

This cask style is particularly valued when elegant oak influence and controlled wood integration are desired.

FRENCH OAK WITH REFINED STRUCTURE
The French oak contributes balanced tannins together with subtle vanilla, spice, and toasted notes. It enhances the fruit and herbal character of the Bordeaux white wines while adding complexity without overshadowing their freshness.

As a result, these tonneaux are perfectly suited for maturation concepts focused on elegance, structure, and harmonious flavor development.

FOR WINE, SPIRITS & BARREL-AGED PROJECTS
These Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc tonneaux are ideal for the storage and maturation of premium wines, spirits, and barrel-aged beers.

White wines, orange wines, whisky, brandy, rum, and fruit distillates particularly benefit from the delicate fruit character, vibrant freshness, and elegant cask structure. Barrel-aged beers also gain additional complexity and exceptionally balanced aromatics from these casks.

INSPECTED QUALITY & PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION
All tonneaux are carefully selected, inspected, and professionally prepared. Particular attention is paid to tightness, wood quality, and sensory performance to ensure optimal conditions for successful refilling.

CHARDONNAY & SAUVIGNON BLANC TONNEAUX – BORDEAUX CHARACTER MEETS FRENCH OAK
These 600L Bordeaux white wine casks combine the creamy elegance of Chardonnay, the vibrant aromatics of Sauvignon Blanc, and the refined structure of French oak. They are the ideal choice for producers seeking a balanced, fruit-forward, and versatile white wine cask for premium maturation and finishing projects.

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