BARRELS
Several centuries are necessary for the perfect maturity of the most beautiful oaks used for the manufacture of Baron barrels. The rigorous process of selection and drying of wood, associated with the precision of production of each barrel, offers the possibility of determining the aromatic barometer of the different typologies of Baron barrels.
BARRELS FOR RED WINE
Classic
24 months
Medium tight grain
Blonde, M, ML, M+, Heavy toast
Fruit preservation, volume, moderate impact on structure, nice sweetness on finish.
Tradition
30 months
Tight grain
Blonde, M, ML, M+, Heavy toast
Fruit preservation, emphasizing fresh red fruit spectrum and minerality.
Focuses existing fruit profile and supports seamless midpalate and long, fine finish while giving some fresh bakery aromas.
Premium
36 months
Extra tight grain
House medium long toast
Fruit preservation, enhancement of creaminess and palate texture, complexity, spice, brioche and fresh baked pastry aromas.
Culte
Limited edition – For long-lived luxury wines necessitating a minimum of 18 months barrel ageing
36 + months
Extra tight grain selection
House medium extra long toast
Fat, density and creaminess while respecting the fruit.
Tribute to French Coopers
Special limited edition barrel produced to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Tonnellerie Baron’s founding.
36 + months
Extra tight grain selection
Twice toasted, house medium extra long
Purity, precision and length is achieved due to the double toasting at very low temperatures. Brings density and depth, as well as effusive aromatics. Recommended for the finest wines only, necessitating a minimum of 18 months barrel ageing.
BARRELS FOR WHITE WINE
Classic
24 months
Medium tight grain
Blonde, M, ML, M+, Heavy toast
Enhancement of freshness and minerality, subtle hot bread aromas.
Tradition
30 months
Tight grain
Blonde, M, ML, M+, Heavy toast
Fruit preservation, emphasizing fresh fruit spectrum and minerality.
Focuses existing fruit profile and supports seamless midpalate and long, fine finish while giving some fresh bakery aromas.
Premium
36 months
Extra tight grain
House medium long toast
Minerality, preservation of fruit, creaminess, and bakery aromas.
Culte
Limited edition – For long-lived luxury wines necessitating a minimum of 18 months barrel ageing
36 + months
Extra tight grain selection
House medium extra long toast
Fat, density and creaminess while respecting the fruit.
Tribute to French Coopers
Special limited edition barrel produced to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Tonnellerie Baron’s founding.
36 + months
Extra tight grain selection
Twice toasted, house medium extra long
Purity, precision and length is achieved due to the double toasting at very low temperatures. Brings density and depth, as well as effusive aromatics. Recommended for the finest wines only, necessitating a minimum of 18 months barrel ageing.
Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Cheval Blanc, Château Petrus, Château Pape-Clement, Remy-Martin, Ornellaia, Vega Sicilia, Catena Zapata, Almaviva, Clos Apalta & Opus One are just a few iconic names in the wine world that trust BARON barrels.