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The Willow Oak
The Willow oak (Quercus phellos), belongs to the Fagaceae family and is native to the eastern United States, with its northern range extending to the Great Lakes region. It can be found in United States: Alabama, Arkansas, North and South Carolina, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississipp [...]
28 April 2022
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CHARLOIS strengthens OAKING to offer global distillers a complete cask management platform
As the global spirits industry navigates a phase of inventory rebalancing, CHARLOIS announces significant new investments through OAKING, its integrated cask management platform
16 June 2026
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FIAAC en Pouilly-Fumé
The International Fair of Contemporary Art in the Cellars (FIAAC) is set to return this year, marking a much-anticipated reunion between “white and colors”! Since 2013, this artistic event has been rooted in the Pouilly vineyard, showcasing the works of around 15 contemporary painters from diverse backgrounds. Their creations are exhibited in vario [...]
21 April 2022
1 min.
Early Scientific Studies on Oak's Contribution to Wine
While barrels have been used for centuries to transport and store beverages, the scientific understanding of oak’s contributions to wine and spirits is relatively recent, dating back to Louis Pasteur’s studies in the 1860s at the request of Napoleon III.   Known worldwide for developing the rabies vaccine, Pasteur, whose bicentennial is celebrated [...]
14 April 2022
3 min.
Tonnellerie Bernard Supports the Black Bee Conservation
Bees play a crucial role in the pollination of plants that produce fruits we consume daily*. In France, around 70% of the 6,000 documented plant species, both wild and cultivated, rely on insect pollinators, with some plants entirely dependent on them.   By establishing a partnership withBeewizme, Tonnellerie Bernard has chosen to contribute to the [...]
11 April 2022
1 min.
The Oak and Its Inhabitants
Released in theaters on February 23, the film Le Chêne Le Chêne of Laurent Charbonnier and Michel Seydoux has already captivated tens of thousands of viewers.   This documentary is a true celebration of the forest, offering an intimate look at a 210-year-old oak and its many inhabitants. The result is both luminous and breathtaking!   As […]
08 April 2022
1 min.
The Garry Oak
The Garry Oak(Quercus garryana), Also known as the Oregon white oak, the Garry oak belongs to the Fagaceae family. Its natural range spans the west coast of the United States, from southern California to the Canadian border. Though rare in British Columbia, it can be found in southeastern Vancouver Island and along the banks of […]
07 April 2022
2 min.
The Cultivation of Stave-Quality Oak
Without human intervention, forests would not be able to produce wood in sufficient quantity or quality to meet society’s needs while continuing to thrive. This is why specific forestry practices and management plans must be implemented for each tree species, depending on their intended use.   French merrain oak represents exceptional wood quality, [...]
31 March 2022
2 min.
The Post Oak
The Post oak(Quercus stellata), belongs to the Fagaceae family. The Post oak is native to the eastern half of the United States. Its range includes, United States: Alabama, Arkansas, North and South Carolina, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri [...]
24 March 2022
2 min.
International Day of Forests 2022
Established in 2012 by the United Nations, the International Day of Forests is celebrated annually on March 21. On this occasion, events are organized worldwide to protect, promote, and celebrate forests. For the 2022 edition, the United Nations emphasized “The role of forests in ensuring sustainable production and consumption.” This theme aligns p [...]
17 March 2022
1 min.
Stave-Quality Oak: From Forest to Wine
French oak used in cooperage represents an exceptional quality of wood that meets strict specifications. Oak of merrain quality belongs to the elite of French oaks, accounting for less than 1% of the total volume of wood (all species combined) sold annually in France.  As a result, merrain is an extremely rare raw material that […]
10 March 2022
1 min.