- Origin of Wood
- France: Allier - Alsace - South West
- Source
- Sessil Oak (mainly Quercus Sessil)
- Air-dried
- 24 to 36 months
- Life span
- 3 - 4 years
- Toast
- Customized to your needs
- Bung hole
- Customized to your needs
- Additional bung hole
- Customized to your needs
- Roasted Heads
- Customized to your needs
- Stamp of quality
Originally intended for the transport of wines, today barrels are used for maturing wines.
Sturdy and easy to move, barrels are the best tool for aging wines in cellars.
Their dimensions facilitate regular rackings.
The Bordeaux Light promotes a better oxydo-reduction of wines.
| Bordeaux Classic Export | Bordeaux Light | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (liters) | 225 | 225 |
| Height (cm) | 95 | 95 |
| Diameter of Head (cm) | 56.5 | 56.5 |
| Diameter of Belly (cm) | 70 | 70 |
| Staves thickness (mm) | 27 | 22 |
| Heads thickness (mm) | 25 | 22 |
| Number of galvanized hoops | 6 | 4 |
| Weight (Kg) | 50 | 45 |