The search for the perfect barrel is an ongoing process among winemakers. The benefits of being involved first-hand in the production of the barrels are significant for the winemaker, and provide a tremendous education in the process. Each terroir brings specific aromas and characteristics to plants, grapes and of course trees.” He works with wood from approximately 15 different forests in France. “Right now, the thought is not to have a special bottling of these barrels,” Cabral explained. Still, he emailed, the “Master Cooper Selections Program is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Source: Forbes January 23, 2017 19:46 UTC