Oak opinion; to oak or too much oak

[jburtner]

I agree that less is more. Subtlety is not necessarily overrated? I’ll sometimes use more so-called neutral wine staves and I feel they do something positive as well. Might consider putting a couple/four pieces into a large format bottle (three liter?) and using that to blend after 12-18 months but blend a little at a time and let it meld for weeks/months before adding more or calling it good.

I just put the oak fingers in the carboy without string or fishing line and rack later then dump em out.

Cheers!

 

[YoungsBlock19]

Really interesting study. Thanks.

 

[YoungsBlock19]

I'd like to thank all of you who offered your input. I removed all oak. I tasted it again today and decided 'less is more.'
Awesome community you got here. My first experience on Winemaking Talk was the best. Might've saved my 2021 wines.

Again, thanks to all. You'll be hearing from me again.

 

[ChuckD]

Thank the others. They are indeed very helpful. I just provide wisea$$ commentary