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Barrel customization

 
 
All barrels are able to be customized on request.
All the following parameters can be modified:
 
• Drying time: 18 to 36 months.
• Origin of the wood: oak, chestnut, acacia.
• Wood thickness.
• Heating intensity.
• Marking.
• Head burning.
• Bung-hole diameter.
• Hoops: wood or iron, number (6 to 8).
• Varnish finishing (stave edges).
 
Recommended varietals for use with Billon barrels:
 
• Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio
• Barbera, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Syrah.
 
 
Barrel Customization
 
For further information please http://www.tonnellerie-billon.com.
 
 
Damy TONNELLERIE DAMY, Founded in Nantoux in 1946, TONNELLERIE DAMY is a three generation family owned company now managed by Jérôme Damy.

Damy is located on the outskirts of Meursault. TONNELLERIE DAMY moved into their new facilities 5 years ago, which allowed them to combine traditional barrel making and high technology.
 
The Damy name is well known around the world for aging some of the great wines of Meursault. Their style is a perfect match with barrel-fermented whites, particularly Chardonnay. This is why you will find Damy barrels in more than 78% of all chateaux wine cellars in Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet.