Welcome to the "Oak-tionary" of premium winemaking! In this class, we'll unravel the secrets of oak's seductive influence on the world's most luxurious wines. Get ready to swirl, sip, and savor your way through the velvety mysteries of French vs. American vs. Slovenian oak, toasty nuances, and the tantalizing tales & histories of oak's romance with wines around the world.
Educator: Eric Crane
120 minutes / $65
Content
The basics of oak and it’s historical uses
Differences between fermenting and aging in oak
How new, used, and neutral barrel affects the wines aroma & palate
The regions that traditional and currently use oak barrels
How to identify the aromas and flavors that can be found in wine with oak
