We can make the classic cone closed vats for fermentation and storage, but also the simpler open-cone vats for fermentation only. We also supply the more recent evolution of vats, with stainless steel bottom and top. They are mainly produced using oak from several sources in Europe while, for distillates or vinegar, we can also use other types of wood. The staves are slightly bent to about 2/3 of their height, with direct wood fire and always with the addition of water. The process takes much less time than the time needed to bend the barrel staves. This is why the vats are left on the burning brazier to reach the required or recommended toasting level. The vats can be customised with a range of steel accessories to facilitate their use during fermentation and/or storage. The final testing and painting (as for barrels) complete the production cycle. (approximate size and capacity) CAPACITY IN HL 10 15 20 25 30 40 50 60 80 100 Height in cm 130 145 160 170 180 200 210 220 250 280 Maximum diameter in cm 125 140 155 165 175 190 205 215 240 255 Wood thickness in mm 55 55 55 55 65 65 65 65 75 75 We can equip your vats with various options and innovative solutions to make them easier to use in the cellar. Vats
Vats
The construction of vats.
Vats
Attention to your needs.
Customisation
Accessories
SOME EXAMPLES:
Stainless steel side-hatch
Stainless steel side door “flush with bottom”
Stainless steel full drain
Stainless steel cover
Thermometer