How Do Oak Barrels Affect Wine?

French vs American Oak Wine Barrels French vs American Oak Wine Barrels Characteristic French Oak American Oak Cost (New Barrel) $800 – $2,500 $400 – $1,200 Price per Bottle (Estimate) $4 $2.50 Flavors Subtle, complex, vanilla, spice Bolder, stronger, vanilla, coconut, dill Oak Forest Locations Central France (e.g., Limousin, Allier) Various regions in the United […]