Pricing for Classic Oak Products 2021 range of barrels now available
This year has unfortunately held many ups and downs for those in the industry. From the extended drought conditions, leading into catastrophic fires, and then to COVID-19 causing even further anxiety to winemakers and the broader community, it has been difficult for everyone.
Thankfully we have been getting some much-needed rain and respite across the country, and while times are still tough for many, it gives us some hope for a much more positive vintage next year for everyone.
If you do require any assistance, our experienced and friendly Classic Oak Products team is here for your oak requirements and happy to lend you the support you need.
Trust in oak
This year Classic Oak Products is pleased to introduce the Trust Cooperage range of innovative and sophisticated oak barrels to our product range (previously known as Demptos Hungary). This includes the release of the technical Ingénieux and Five Star oak barrels. Hungarian oak from Trust brings a more subtle integration of oak character into wines across the range with a product to suit many winemaking aspirations.
Pricing for Classic Oak Products range of barrels was sent out today. If you have not received your email or would like to receive these price lists in future, please let us know.
To avoid any confusion, the following is the timetable for the placing of orders for deliveries in the month of:
- January 2021: order by 25th September 2020
Note we are placing January 2021 orders immediately. - February 2021: order by 16th October 2020
- March 2021: order by 13th November 2020
- April 2021: order by 18th December 202
Hopefully, we all have learnt from the experiences of last year where we had to work through the delays caused by the revised heat treatment process, the rolling strikes at the French ports and the consolidation within the shipping companies which reduced our options for vessels. The result was a very difficult year for logistics.
This is why we are providing the incentive of supplying F.I.S. for all orders received within the above delivery deadlines. The timing of deliveries was one of our major challenges this year and we are offering this incentive so our containers can be finalised as early as possible.
If you are considering the purchase of large casks and or vats please contact us as we continue to see really consistent results of great palate structure (different to a barrel) showcasing the fruit. These products are individually made and can be set up to meet your requirements with a range of sizes and accessories.
Whilst travel restrictions have made all our jobs more difficult, we have a dedicated team of oak specialists in each of the major wine producing states that are here to assist you with any aspect regarding our products. Please contact them with any queries.
As we did last year, Classic Oak Products will be supplying the Alain Fouquet range of barrels on behalf of Vinissimo. We will be sending their prices to you later this week.
Finally, to everyone, wishing you a very good vintage in 2021.
Best Regards
Peter Dunlop
Managing Director
Classic Oak Products