THE ROLE OF THE CASK
Oak barrels act as respiratory vessels during aging, expanding and contracting with seasonal Kerry humidity. Lignin and vanillin break down into sweet caramel aromas, while wood tannins structure the back-palate.
Oak barrels act as respiratory vessels during aging, expanding and contracting with seasonal Kerry humidity. Lignin and vanillin break down into sweet caramel aromas, while wood tannins structure the back-palate.