Oak and Pinot Grigio???

[Steve]

What kind of oak cubes if any do you think would go good with pinot while it is bulk aging?


Thanks,


Steve


Groton, Ct

 

[Hippie]

Normally not oaked is it? If I did, I would have to use house toast french oak cubes. It is more subtle and not as harsh if you get too much.

 

[Curt]

Hippie is right on that. One of the hallmarks of a good pinot grigio is it's almost citric crispness. The tannins in the oak will cover up much of that acidity and give you a smoother, almost buttery taste like in a chardonnay. I would vote for no oak at all.

 

[geocorn]

You can go either way, but my vote is for no oak. If you want some, stay on the light side as too much oak will overpower your wine and you can not take oak out of wine.

 

[peterCooper]

I'd agree. No oak is best with the Pinot.

 

[Steve]

I guess no oak it is... Thanks for the input everyone.


Steve

 

[Steve]

Well my Pinot is now in the secondary!!! Hopefully everything continues to go well...


Steve