BEST OAK® 8MT
BEST OAK® 8MT – Oak Chips for Structure and Complex Wood Aromas
BEST OAK® 8MT are high-quality toasted oak chips made from German oak for use in winemaking. A special toasting process creates reproducible aroma profiles that give the wine additional structure and complex wood notes.
The chips consist of carefully selected heartwood from German oak trees and have an edge length of approximately 8 mm. They are ideal for flavoring and improving the structure of red and white wines.
During maturation, the oak chips release typical wood notes such as vanilla, chocolate, and coconut into the wine, while also supporting color stability and mouthfeel.
Product Features
- Oak chips from German oak
- Medium Toast (8MT)
- Even toasting without burnt spots
- Improves structure and color stability
- Release of vanilla, chocolate, and coconut aromas
Application
The oak chips can be placed directly into the tank or barrel. Alternatively, they can be used in "infusion bags," which allows for easy removal of the chips after treatment.
The recommended contact time is approximately 4 to 6 weeks. After treatment, the wine should be filtered to completely remove the chips.
Recommended Dosage
- Structure: 50 – 100 g/hl
- Wood influence: 100 – 200 g/hl
- Strong wood influence: 200 – 300 g/hl
Areas of Application
- Red wine production
- Wine maturation in tanks
- Alternative to barrel aging
- Improvement of structure and aromatics
BEST OAK® 8MT is approved for winemaking according to EU regulations and can also be used in organic viticulture.