Our Products
XtraChêne, the leading specialist in premium oak alternatives, relies on its strengths, the experience and expertise of its team, for the selection of their oak wood, the richness of their oak seasoning yards, the capacity and desire to innovate, and the coopering know-how of the Chêne & Cie group (Taransaud, Canton, and Kádár Cooperages). XtraChêne offers a wide product range for the vinification, aging and finishing processes.
Fermentation and aging
Box of 2 units (20 sticks per unit)
XtraChêne's R&D team developed the Stick 22.90, intended for the aging process of premium red, white or rosé wine.
Fermentation and aging
5 lb. or 20 lb. Bags. Optional nylon immersion bags for 20 lbs.
XtraChêne Chips are used during the vinification and aging process or as a finishing touch prior to bottling.
Fermentation and aging
20 lbs. in a nylon immersion bag with a grommet
XtraChêne Stavettes are stave segments that can be used for early oak treatments during the vinification process, thus ensuring stability and long-lasting integration.
Fermentation
5 lb. and 20 lb. Bags
XtraChêne Granular oak is used during the alcoholic fermentation process and is available plain (untoasted) or toasted.
Fermentation and aging
12 French oak stick segments per Unit
XtraChêne XtraKits are barrel inserts made up of 12 oak stick segments that renew the enological potential of neutral barrels.
Fermentation and aging
2 lb. or 20 lb. Bags
XtraChêne Xoakers are oak spheres that are perfect for restoring the aromatic and gustative properties of a neutral barrel.
Fermentation and aging
20 or 40 sq. ft. Stave Units
XtraChêne’s Stave Fan Assembly creates a “barrel like” oak profile in tanks.
Fermentation and aging
14 or 20 block oak chains
XtraChêne’s Oak-on-a-Rope provides an oak profile of either 70% or 100% new barrel equivalent. Our unique 14 or 20 piece oak block design allows for evenly integrated oak flavors and aromas.
Fermentation and aging
14 or 18 sq. ft. Units
XtraChêne Barrel Insert Units provide a slow extraction for a complex oak renewal, used in a neutral barrel to achieve 65% of a new oak barrel surface area equivalence (80% of oak aroma impact).