French Premium Medium Toasted Oak Chips are a 100 g (3.5 oz) winemaking additive for home winemakers seeking coffee, roasted nut, clove and licorice character. Their fine grain, high porosity and gradual component transfer suit medium- and long-duration wine aging.
At a glance
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Product: French premium medium toasted oak chips
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Brand: ABC Crafted Series
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Net weight: 100 g (3.5 oz)
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Use: Wine aging and flavour enhancement
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Recommended dosage: 4 g per litre, adjustable to taste
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Oak character: Coffee, roasted nuts, clove and licorice
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Treatment length: Medium- and long-duration treatments
Why winemakers choose it
- Adds aromatic complexity and depth while enhancing the wine's natural fruitiness.
- Provides a rich French oak profile with spice and balsam aromatic character.
- Fine grain, high porosity and permeability support effective oak component transfer.
- Gradual transfer allows controlled flavour development during medium- and long-duration aging.
- Dosage and treatment time can be adjusted to match the desired intensity.
How to use
- Add the oak chips to the wine at the recommended dosage of 4 g per litre, adjusting as desired.
- Distribute the chips at various depths within the container for even contact.
- Agitate the container weekly to support uniform flavour transfer.
- Taste during treatment and adjust the dosage or treatment time according to your preference.
- Store unused chips in their original packaging in a cool, dry place.
Frequently asked questions
How much French toasted oak should I use in wine?
The recommended dosage is 4 g per litre. You can adjust the amount according to the flavour intensity you want.
What flavours do these French oak chips add?
They contribute coffee, roasted nut, clove and licorice aromas, along with spice and balsam aromatic character.
How long should I leave the oak chips in wine?
These chips are designed for medium- and long-duration treatments. Taste the wine during treatment and adjust the time to suit your preference.
How do I use oak chips for even flavour transfer?
Distribute the chips at various depths within the container and agitate weekly for more even transfer of oak properties.
