Balazs Oak Dominoes | Medium+ Toast

• Medium Plus toast level oak dominoes used during short term aging for 4-5 months
• Made from winery quality Slavonian Oak
• Use at a starting rate of 4-5.5 oz per 5 gallons

Winery quality Slavonian Oak dominoes with Medium+ level toast. Recommended for use during short term aging for 4-5 months. As a starting point use 4-5.5 oz per 5 gallons. Taste after four months and add more if needed.

Balazs segments are made from Slavonian oak. Slavonian oak is grown in the area of Croatia that borders Hungary. While the area of Slavonia has changed hands many times, being under Hungarian control in the past, what has always remained constant is the quality of the oak grown in the region. Slavonian oak is beloved in Italy where it is widely used in the traditional and classic Italian wines of the Veneto, Tuscany and Piedmont.  It is known for having the utmost respect for the fruit which is why Italian producers extensively use this oak. This makes this oak extremely useful for home winemakers who, because of the small quantities being made, need to pay special attention to not over oaking their wine.

• Use: Short Aging
• Form: Dominoes - 2" x 1" x 0.4"
• Time of Contact: 4-5 months
• Recommended Quantity:  0.8-1.1 oz/gal
• Type: Medium+ Toast