400-L Oak Barrel

The oak barrel is a container used for both beer and wine aging. It is made up of several curved staves held together by a variable number of hoops depending on the capacity.

Since ancient times, these barrels have been used not only for the fermentation and aging of wine but also for beer and spirits.

Why use an oak barrel?

The use of an oak barrel increases the contribution of tannins (found in the wood as well as in the grapes), which give the wine the typical aroma and color of wood-aged wines and also act as a preservative.

The wood used to make the oak barrel is oak, which allows slight gas exchange with the outside and promotes the oxidation of tannins, which polymerize, rounding the taste of the wine, stabilizing it, and imparting the typical flavors derived from oak.

Among spirits, the oak barrel is used for the aging of grappa, rum, cognac, and other spirits. This ensures a higher quality final product.

Optionally, the barrel can be equipped with a lid, a 20 cm high stand, and a chrome-plated brass tap. Options can be selected using the dedicated customization menu on the right side of the photo. The oak barrel is regenerated, meaning it has been handcrafted by a cooper with external cleaning. This makes it suitable for red wines, while for white wines, internal cleaning is also recommended (optional).

The oak barrel is regenerated, meaning it has been treated by the cooper both externally and internally.

Characteristics of the 400-liter oak barrel:

• Capacity: 400 liters;
• Condition: Regenerated;
• Material: Oak;
• Length: approx. 105 cm;
• Head Diameter: approx. 76 cm;
• Belly Diameter: approx. 90 cm;
• Top hole diameter: approx. 48 mm.

Available options:

• Lid;
• Chrome-plated brass tap;
• Stand with 20 cm height;
• Hatch measuring approx. 10 x 20 cm.