Answer to Question 1
Prior to a winemaker procuring barrels, there are numerous decisions that need to be considered. Factors that affect the barrels ability to influence a wine's personality throughout the aging process include: (1) level of toast; (2) type of wood; (3) size of the barrel; (4) age of the barrel; and (5) length of aging.
Level of Toast After the barrel is assembledit is toasted or charred on the inside. The amount or degree of toast, or seasoning has an effect on the flavor profile of the aging wine.
Type of Wood The barrels are made from various types of wood depending on their intended use, preference of the winemaker and tradition of a particular production area. The most common wood used for barrel making is white oakboth French and American.
Size of the Barrel can dramatically influence the aroma, flavor and color of the wine being held in the barrel. The smaller the barrel, the greater the flavor imparted, because the wine has more direct contact or surface area with the wood of the barrelwhile a larger barrel has less surface area and therefore contributes less aroma and flavor.
Age of the Barrel Typical aroma and flavor characteristics from wood aging can be more or less assertive dependent upon the number of times a barrel has been used.
Length of Aging The length of aging wines can range from a few months, to several years in cases where small amounts of evaporation occur through the aging process. Lengthy aging assists to soften harsh tannins and allow desirable flavors to develop.
Answer to Question 2
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