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Oak Chips for Winemaking - French and American Oak
Quality French oak chips allow achieving authentic oak barrel flavor nuances without a large barrel. An ideal solution for home wine and craft beer makers.
Oak Chips Usage and Dosage
- Recommended amount: 5-30g/10L of wine
- Contact time: 2-90 days
- Can be used during fermentation and aging
Effects of Oak Chips on Wine
Oak chips enrich wine in the following aspects:
- Taste enhancement
- Aroma enrichment
- Better preservation
- Improved color stability
Types and Properties of Oak Chips
- French oak: Adds spicy notes
- American oak: Provides fruity flavor nuances
- Special chips: Sherry and whiskey flavored chips for special nuances
Practical Usage Recommendations
- Use a mesh bag when adding chips - simplifies later removal
- Adding during fermentation ensures better oxidation protection
- Larger quantity of chips reduces required contact time
The large contact surface of oak chips allows achieving desired results with small quantities, making the method particularly cost-effective for home winemaking.
