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XTRAOAK FOR WINEMAKING
XTRAOAK for Fermentation
Addition of oak during fermentation
can yield a number of benefits.With white wines, fermenting on oak can add sweetness, roundness, and complexity.
The integration of the oak and wine in white wines is greatly improved by early additions of oak.
With red wines, oak additions to the fermenter can help bind red color, assist in softening tannins, and minimize vegetal character (i.e. bell pepper).
XTRAOAK for Aging
As a wine matures in the presence of
new oak, an intricate interplay occurs:
new flavors and aromas are created,
and the mouth feel, depth and finish
of the wine become more complex.Time is an essential factor in realizing the most harmonious outcome of this process.
We have determined optimum contact times for aging wines with XTRAOAK.
XTRAOAK for Finishing
Oak can be very useful in putting
the "finishing touches" on a wine.A judicious addition of oak prior to final blending or bottling can refresh fruit character, enrich middle palate flavors and smooth the finish.
Please consult with your XTRAOAK
Sales Representative for recommendations
on timing for use, addition rates
and contact times for these three stages
of winemaking.