Oak for Oenology
Oak character, precisely controlled.
Through our oak program, Lamothe-Abiet offers carefully selected oak alternatives designed to bring complexity, structure, and integration to wines.
Or call (707) 823-2883Oak alternatives for complexity, structure, and balance.
Oenobois is a specialist oak brand, offered in partnership with Lamothe-Abiet. Options include a range of origins, toast levels, and application formats adapted to fermentation or aging. Each product is designed to enhance balance, texture, and aromatic depth while giving winemakers precise control over oak expression.
Key features
- Range of French and other oak origins in multiple toast levels and formats
- Designed to integrate seamlessly with Lamothe-Abiet's tannin and fining programs
- Suitable for tank, barrel, or fermentation applications
- Cost-effective alternative or complement to traditional barrel programs
- Technical support available through the BVNA/Lamothe-Abiet team
Shop our oak lineup.
Browse and purchase directly online with shipping to your winery. Click any product for full specs, application notes, and details.
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Questions about oak.
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The Oenobois line includes staves, blocks, and chips in various oak origins and toast levels. Visit oenobois.com/en/ for the full catalogue.
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Oak alternatives allow faster, more controlled oak integration at a fraction of the cost. They work best in combination with good tannin and micro-oxygenation management.
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Absolutely — the Tan&Sense® tannin line and Oenobois products are designed to complement each other in complete oak and structure management programs.
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Easy and practical, the oak inside balls are a great solution to refresh and enhance oak profile of used barrels. Just insert the balls through the bung hole, and remove them once emptying the barrel, by turning upside down. It enhances oak profile, boosts your used barrel and also improves stirring.
White and rosé wines: 10 and 20 Oak Inside / hL
Red wines: 30 and 40 Oak Inside / hL -
All depend on the oak alternative (size, type), wine profile and if you use it during fermentation or aging. We recommend to 1) do bench trials in bottles 2) taste frequently your wine. Here our recommendation for aging:
Oenobois and Oenoblend Oak Chips: 1-2 weeks during fermentation. 4-8 weeks during ageing
Oak Inside Balls: 3-6 months during ageing
Oenobois Blocks: 3-6 months during ageing
Oenobois Staves: 8-12 months during ageing
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Questions about which product is right for your wine? Our team can help.
Our specialists know our products well and will help you match the right product to your varietal, must conditions, and winemaking goals.
Contact Our Sales Team Or call us at (707) 823-2883