PRODUCTS
BARREL REPLACEMENT STRATEGIES
BARREL SYSTEMS
HEAD INSERTS / ZZ BUNG INSERTS
TANK AGING
MAGIC STAVES / FAN STAVES / MAGIC CUBES / CHIPS
FERMENTATION
CHIPS / MAGIC POWDER
TANK AGAING
MAGIC STAVES
Crafted from 24-month, fine-grain French oak, these full-size 27mm barrel staves are designed as an affordable alternative to traditional French oak barrels. This unique product ensures consistency and control to winemakers looking to create a premium product at a competitive price.
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The most barrel-like French oak product on the market
Fine grain oak ensures slow, consistent integration adding length and weight on the palate
Suitable for both fermentation and aging applications
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920mm x 60mm — 100mm x 22mm (width varies per stave) Appox. 2.1ft² per stave, 2.25lbs per stave
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8 staves in a food-grade, metallic, waterproof bag.
TANK AGAING
FAN STAVES
Crafted from sections of Magic Staves, these 10mm or 7mm double-immersion staves extract flavors more quickly than Magic Staves while still imparting well integrated and consistent oak impact and aromas.
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Offers a variety of aromatics and flavors by combining different toasting profiles
Double water immersion for subtle, round and smooth tannin impact
Suitable for both fermentation and aging applications
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910mm x 50mm x 10mm, 1.2ft² per stave, 0.55 lbs per stave
10mm x 50mm x 7mm, 1.14ft² per stave, 0.48 lbs per stave
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20 staves in a food grade, metallic, waterproof bag with stainless steel cable included
BARREL SYSTEMS
HEAD INSERT
Made from half-tank staves, Head Inserts are installed through the head on each side of the barrel bung.
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Revitalize barrel characteristics at a fraction of the cost
Professional installation and removal at your facility
Contributes barrel-like aromas, flavors and mouthfeel
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460mm x 50mm x 10mm (per stave)
12ft² per set, 5.5lbs per set
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20 half staves on food grade poly rod
(stainless steel screws included)
BARREL SYSTEMS
ZZ15 BUNG INSERTS
Constructed from fifteen 15-inch sections cut from Magic Staves and connected with stainless steel.
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Easy installation & removal
Excellent tannin integration, adding structure and weight to the mid-palate
Easily customizable by adding or removing links
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381mm, W: 26mm, H: 16mm (per section)
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15 sections of 15-inch staves.
TANK AGING
MAGIC CUBES
Crafted from 3-inch pieces of Magic Staves, Magic Cubes are packaged in 22-pound polypropylene infusion bags. This approach produces elegant extraction and seamless integration.
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Excellent tannin integration during maturation
Enhance length and structure while elevating fruit flavors
Easy application and slow subtle extraction
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Average size L:76mm, W:26mm, H:16mm
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22lb/10kg polypropylene infusion bag
TANK AGING / FERMENTATION
CHIPS
Our pumpable chips are made from the same 24-month, fine-grain French Oak as our Magic Staves.
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Fine grain material increases structure and mouthfeel while respecting wine balance
Suitable for use during both fermentation and aging
Provides quick impact without introducing drying tannins
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5mm - 20mm (Pumpable)
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22lb/10kg polypropylene infusion bag
TANK AGING / FERMENTATION
MAGIC POWDER
Made from finely ground Magic Staves, Magic Powder is a natural, oenological tool used during vinification. Parallel Magic Powder lifts fruit, builds structure and mouth feel, while reducing pyrazines and stabilizing color.
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Available in large format sacks and pellets
Assists in correcting wines with high pyrazine levels and rot
Builds mouthfeel and length
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Powder < 2mm
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22lb/10kg polypropylene infusion bag