STAINLESS STEEL

225L Barrels

Previously we have given general information about our SS Barrels, mainly for Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and other white wines. The barrels are not offered in competition with oak barrels. They are seen as complementary, allowing winemakers to experiment with the winemaking process in the absence of oak influence and oxidation.

In an engineering sense, the 225L barrel enables winemakers to carry out pilot plant sized experimental work. This is more manageable than using large tanks.

The barrels can easily be cleaned and stored when not in use. Unlike an oak barrel, the SS barrel will last indefinitely. Its cost can be amortised over a long working life making it an economic alternative.


 


In a winemaking sense, the small barrels allow a greater interaction between the fermenting wine and the lees, which produces wines with more complexity and richer flavours. Many variations are possible eg, fermentation can be spread between SS tanks, Oak barrels and the SS barrels, in varying proportions for comparison.

In addition to SS barrels, we are able to supply other SS fabrications including tanks up to 80,000L for :

* Fermentation

• Refrigerated cold stabilisation
• Storage

Other items available are:

• Sphericool tanks up to 30,000L
• Casks up to 5,000L
• Tipping tanks
• Conveyors
• Bottling lines
• Piping and piping spools

On receipt of details of your requirements we'll advise price and specifications of the appropriate item.