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Enological tool for vinification Fresh granulates with concentrated tannic content

Properties

• Oakscan® selection of wood with moderate level of ellagitannins, for
  a maximum aromatic expression and sweetness without any excess in structure.
• Varied and typical aromatic profiles depending on the origin of the wood and the type of toast, volume and sweetness on the palate.
• 2 sizes: granulates for vinification, chips for aging.

OBJECTIVE: Trending Nektar Toasted Oak Chips Save 50% Now [gy82n4wu] obtain aromatic and pleasing oak profiles with effective contact periods, bringing a maximum of sweetness without any excess in structure.

French Oak or American Oak
Average, Average plus
Trending Nektar Toasted Oak Chips Save 50% Now [gy82n4wu] - 10 kg bag (with infusion bag for chips only), 2 x 10 kg carton, 24 carton pallet

Guidelines for Use Trending Nektar Toasted Oak Chips Save 50% Now [gy82n4wu]

OPTIMAL PERIOD FOR STARTING CONTACT

– White wines:

From start of primary fermentation to obtain a well-integrated oak profile and to respect the profile of the fruit.

– Red wines:

While putting the harvested grapes in tank for granulates. Chips, before malolactic fermentation for a more complex aromatic profile and a maximum integration of the tannic structure, or at beginning of aging.

RECOMMENDED AGING TEMPERATURE

15°C (60°F) minimum with strict monitoring of microbiological conditions.

SET UP

It is recommended that the bags be attached halfway up the tank, using food-grade binding straps.

RECOMMENDED TIME OF CONTACT

Minimum 2 weeks for granulates, minimum 1 month for chips, to be monitored by tasting.

Practical Examples of Use Trending Nektar Toasted Oak Chips Save 50% Now [gy82n4wu]

On quick-turnover Sauvignon Blanc, aiming for an aromatic, generous oak profile: Chips 1.5 g/l (0.012 lbs/gal), 2/3 American oak medium toast and 1/3 French oak medium plus toast at the start of primary fermentation.

On quick-turnover, smooth and fruity red wine, aiming for an improvement of the aromas and taste when preparing to bottle: Chips 2 g/l (0.016 lbs/gal), 1/3 French oak medium toast, 1/3 French oak medium plus toast, 1/3 American oak medium toast, 2 to 3 months before bottling.

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