VinOak USA, an autonomous division of Cork Supply USA, is launching a premium line of oak barrels and oak alternative products for the North American wine industry.
VinOak USA combines years of oak expertise with a product line carefully selected to meet the exacting demands of the American wine industry. Offering premium French and American oak barrels in a variety of toast levels, VinOak USA also features quality oak alternative products which include stave fan-packs, rectangles, beans, chips and rice.
“Over the past 10 years, VinOak barrels and oak alternatives have become synonymous with quality, service and expertise in Australia,” said Cork Supply USA’s V.P. of Sales and Marketing Jim Laird. “VinOak USA has not only assembled a remarkable product line, but is thoroughly supported by the expertise of respected oak specialist, Darren Lange, who will manage VinOak USA, and winemaker Ian Hartnett, who will oversee sales.” VinOak USA will also draw on the experience of the group’s flavor and analytical chemist, Dr. Carlos Macku, who is conducting research on VinOak’s complete product portfolio and leading Quality Control.
While negotiations continue with top French cooperages, VinOak is pleased to offer premium barrels to North American winemakers for the 2007 vintage. VinOak Selection American oak barrels are crafted by Kelvin Cooperage to VinOak’s custom grain and toasting specifications and French oak barrels are hand-crafted by Quercus Cooperage in Rioja, Spain, and toasted with their patented TRH convection toasting process.
For more information or to get a VinOak sample kit, call (707) 746-5704.
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