Is Chardonnay barrel fermented?
Our Chardonnay is partially fermented in barrels and partially fermented in stainless steel tanks. When we add yeast to Chardonnay juice, about two-thirds of that juice gets pumped straight into barrels in our cellar, and the remainder goes into stainless steel tanks.
How long does Chardonnay ferment?
The juice is then fermented with either natural or added yeasts. Under the careful watch of our winemakers, the fermentation takes two to three weeks.
What temperature to ferment Chardonnay?
Chardonnay grapes are typically pressed before alcoholic fermentation (AF) to minimize contact with the skin and seeds [1]. In the absence of the aromatic constituents of grape skins, Chardonnay is most often fermented at one of two temperature ranges to retain aroma compounds; 10–16 °C or 20–25 °C [4].
Do you ferment wine in a barrel?
This process, for wine, can happen in a stainless-steel tank or in an oak barrel. When wine is fermented in the barrel, the fresh fruit aromas take on a more dried fruit quality as the yeasts extract the toasted, vanilla-like flavors from the wood. The conversion makes the wine creamier and rounder.
What is barrel fermentation?
Barrel fermentation means that the freshly destemmed grapes and their juices are pumped directly into French Oak barrels whose heads have been removed. Dry ice is added to cool the berries before the barrel heads are secured to seal in the must.
How long should white wine take to ferment?
The fermentation of wine generally takes a minimum of 2 weeks, and then 2-3 weeks of aging before it’s even ready to bottle. The longer you bottle your wine, the better the results.
How long can you leave wine in a barrel?
18 to 30 months
One thing you have do have to be concerned when aging a wine in a barrel is how long to keep the wine in the barrel. A vast majority of the wineries will barrel-age anywhere from 18 to 30 months.
Is white wine fermented in barrels?
The vast majority of the world’s white wine ferments in stainless steel tanks. Some, notably Chardonnay, may ferment in oak barrels. Fermentation in new barrels adds significant flavor and texture to white wine. Barrel fermentation in used or neutral barrels contributes mostly a smooth texture.
What style of Chardonnay is Chablis?
Chablis (“Shah-blee”) is a Chardonnay making wine region in the northwest corner of Burgundy, France. Unlike other Chardonnay wines, Chablis rarely uses oak-aging, resulting in a very different style and taste profile. It’s because of Chablis’ renown that the unoaked Chardonnay style is popular worldwide.