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Bel Air “Élégance”
Made from a selection of staves with a light structure, "Elégance" barrels are especially adapted and suitable for the ageing of white wines and delicately bodied red wines. These barrels will retain the wine's pure varietal aromas as well as providing volume and roundness on the palate.
This barrel is suitable for Chardonnay, Sauvignon blanc, Semillon, Viognier and Pinot Noir.
Bel Air “Révélation”
Conceived as a classically structured barrel that will support any wine matured for a longer period, "Révélation" barrels provide superb flavour, richness and depth while respecting the wine's intrinsic fruit character. Longer stave seasoning on this barrel reveals the wine's natural elegance.
This compelling barrel is best suited for certain styles of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, along with Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Rhone varietals, Zinfandel and Sangiovese.
Bel Air “Volupté”
Assembled from a selection of highly structured oak staves whose seasoning has been deliberately reduced to maintain the raw material's powerful aromatic potential, "Volupté" barrels will be beneficial for round ans smooth wines with a wide range of aromas. This impressive barrrel is most suitable for Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and certain styles of Zinfandel.
Bel Air “Entre deux”
Suitable for both red and white wines, "Entre 2" barrels combine the softness of European oak with the character of French oak, and are ideal for shorter ageing periods. You are sure to appreciate the attractive qualities conferred by "Entre 2" barrels.
