OAK CHIPS

Technical description

• Origin of the product

The chips are made of oak (Quercus petraea. L.

and Quercus robur. L.) who have obtained PEFC certification.

Stored in the open air, the oak gradually releases its tannins and moisture.After a minimum of 24 months of maturation, it is ready to give its finest aromas.

• Description

Oak chips from 2 to 7mm

• Oenological objective

At Laglasse, our specialists are at your disposal to define with you the oenological objective you are looking for Use of the system

•  For a rather short breeding from 1 to 4 months
• Single use only
• 2 to 5g per hectolitre
• 10kg infusion bag made of food mesh, delivered in a protective bag aluminium in order to preserve the richness of the aromatic contributions.
• A 10kg bag occupies the equivalent of about 14l of wine

• Aromatic profile

1/On Merlot/syrah/zinfandel

•  Respect for the fruit
• Sweetness
• Roundness in the mouth
• Good balance between tannins

2/on cabernet franc/sauvignon/light red wines

•  Slightly int vanilla
• Respect for the fruit
• Structure in the mouth (volume) - - Roundness in the middle of the mouth
• Elegant round taste in the mouth

3/ on dry white wines such as chardonnay or red cabernet sauvignon wines

•  Citrus fruits
• Freshness
• Respect for the fruit

• Regulation and conservation

 Regulations in force concerning the use of "pieces of oak wood".