Essentiel barrel by Tonnellerie dAquitaine

This tight grain cooper’s select forest blend provides bright aromatics and power to your wine while respecting the fruit identity

Tonnellerie d’Aquitaine air-seasons staves on its own premises for 24 to 36 months, guaranteed.

Essentiel barrel size/format: 225lt Bordeaux, 225lt Chateau Ferre, 228lt Burgundy, 300lt Hogshead, 500lt Puncheon & 600lt Demi-maids

Toast Code      Definition

WM -- White Medium: A light Medium suited to white wines, promote minerality, upfront aromas and fruity mid-palate.

M -- Medium: House toast, very elegant integration, long finish, respect wines white and reds.

XM -- Medium Long: Designed for red varietal to maximize red fruit intensity middle palate structure with finesse and intensity.

Intense -- Medium Extra Long: an extra layer of structure and intensity. 

M+ -- Medium+: Elegant toast, respectful of varietals and has proven a great result on Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon across Australia.

XM+ -- Medium+ Long: Designed for concentrated red wines