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: Allier works with wine harmoniously.Allier with lighter toast respects the nuances of the vineyard, while heavier toast contributes baking spice and toffee notes.. Tronçais.
Within the northern reaches of the forests of Allier is a unique grouping of French oak trees called Tronçais."They're known for producing luxury barrels," says Keeler."The tannin of the oak is noble and rich.
The trees have been cultivated since the late 17th century to ensure a continual supply for the French Royal Navy."Because Tronçais oak is extremely tight and fine-grained, wine cannot penetrate the wood as it might in looser-grained barrels..
Keeler says, "In comparison to Allier, the oak has slightly sweeter character and lends a luxurious mouth-filling richness.".
Just northeast of Allier and Troncais is this French oak forest where gently rolling hills support tall and straight trees from the.Here are 10 of the most commonly used types of oak in winemaking and descriptions of the characteristics they can bring to a finished wine..
Courtesy of Tonnellerie Allary France.The Allier forest is located in the center of France, about two hours west of the famous Burgundy town of Beaune in the Cote d'Or.
Allier is one of six primary French oak forests that provides oak for barrel production.Due to the relatively small size of these forests, French laws regulate the growing and cutting cycle of the trees.
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