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Situated in central Kentucky, Canton Cooperage is in the heart of the U.S. white oak forests. Canton Cooperage took advantage of these resources and began producing barrels in 1983

CANTON COOPERAGE

365 S. Woodlawn Ave
Lebanon, KY 40033 (USA)
Tél : 1 (270) 692 98 88
Fax : 1 (270) 692 39 98

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XOAKERS

Product Description
XTRAOAK XOAKERS are the newest and most efficient alternative to the traditional barrel stave insert. For use in replenishing oak in neutral barrels, XTRAOAK XOAKERS (24mm solid oak spheres) are simply poured into the bunghole of the barrel. When ageing is complete, they roll out during barrel rinsing. EASY IN, EASY OUT!

Applications
XTRAOAK XOAKERS are designed specifically for use in neutral oak barrels. They are appropriate for use with both red and white wines. They may be added at any stage of the barrel-ageing, but we recommend early introduction (during fermentation or soon thereafter). The suggested usage rate for white wines is 0.5 - 0.75 KG / 225 liters. For red wines the usage rate is 0.75 - 1.00 KG / 225 liters. We recommend a contact time of 6 - 18 months.

Features
Cooperage grade American or French oak. Economical and convenient alternative to barrel insert system. Available in three toast levels: light, medium, and medium plus. Slow extracting for complex oak treatment.