When
producing wines in neutral barrels, use the StaVin Barrel Replica to add a new
barrel equivalent to your wines during fermentation and maturation. The Replica
is a convenient way to impart three year seasoned, premium fire-toasted* oak
flavor without removing the barrel head.
Screw the stainless steel
eye hook (included) into the bottom of the bung. Thread the end loop through
the eye hook and over the top of the bung. Cinch the cord to anchor the Replica
to the bung. Insert the Replica into the bunghole. Or contact us for installing
the alternative stainless steel staple.
The Replica is versatile. If
you favor less oak (50% of new barrel extraction spread over two barrels),
cut the ten sections into two groups of five. A loop is provided at each end.
Winemakers are impressed by the
quality flavor profiles of the Replica. At a cost up to 85% less than a
new barrel, the Replica is the clear choice for controlling expenditures
and adding the subtle oak complexities your seek in your wines.
The StaVin Oak Barrel Replica is a high quality, cost effective solution for
extending the life of neutral barrels.
- 100% new barrel equivalent.
- No removal or replacement of barrel heads.
- Fast installation.
- Removes easily so barrels can be sanitized, sulfured
and stored empty.
- Sealed in poly-metal bags to retain aromatic compounds
and protect from contamination.
- Shipped ready to use.
| Dosage rate |
For 100% new
barrel impact, use one Replica per 60 gal (227 l) |
| Stave length |
17.5 inches
(45 cm) |
| Stave width |
± 1
inch (2.5 cm) |
| Stave thickness
|
± 3/8
inch (10 mm) |
| Total staves
|
30, divided
into 10 sections |
| Contact
time |
3 months minimum |
| Seasoning |
3 years in
natural elements |
| Toast method
|
Traditional
fire |
| Toast levels
|
Medium, Medium
Plus or Heavy |
| Useful life
|
18 months |
| Type of
oak |
American, French
or Hungarian |
| Displacement |
0.7 gal (2.7
l) per Replica |
| Parts included
|
One 304 stainless
steel eye hook |
| * Also available
in Savour Oak convection oven toast. |
Shipped
assembled with food- grade nylon cord and #304 stainless steel crimps.
The Replica is installed either with a stainless eyehook
(above) or a stainless chain and staple (right).
