"Additionally, we had to find the inventor–who's now retired—then search for the old flavor companies with the original flavors.".
"The trees grow tall and straight with tight spacing," says Keeler."They produce barrels with soft, balanced tannin.".
: Allier works with wine harmoniously.Allier with lighter toast respects the nuances of the vineyard, while heavier toast contributes baking spice and toffee notes.. Tronçais.Within the northern reaches of the forests of Allier is a unique grouping of French oak trees called Tronçais.
"They're known for producing luxury barrels," says Keeler."The tannin of the oak is noble and rich.
The trees have been cultivated since the late 17th century to ensure a continual supply for the French Royal Navy."
Because Tronçais oak is extremely tight and fine-grained, wine cannot penetrate the wood as it might in looser-grained barrels..vanilla custard.
, and bruleed on top.I love rhubarb sorbet so much!
I love being able to just barely cook the rhubarb to maintain a very fresh, bright flavor, or choosing to cook it further for a rounded, jammy taste.Either way, rhubarb sorbet packs a vibrant punch on the plate.".