Our exclusive system of horizontal rotating toasting guarantees the exact reproduction of toasting, creating consistent aromatic profiles selected by the winemaker for the toasting of their barrels.
This system utilizes ceramic plates controlled through computer programming. This allows us to manufacture barrels with complete control over the time and temperature curve, creating profiles that may be produced at any time regardless of external conditions.
Every profile is perfectly adaptable to the palates of each winemaker and the needs of each wine. It is our precision and consistency that exemplifies our commitment to innovation.
At Epocure Stave Co. we can produce as many types of toasting as our customers need for their wines
The unique advantages of TRH
CUSTOMIZED
TOASTING
TOASTING
Dozens of proven toasting
profiles in our compilation
or create your own
REPRODUCTION
OF THE PROCESS
OF THE PROCESS
Exact toasting designs digitally
stored for exact replication
year after year
DEEP PENETRATION
OF TOASTING
OF TOASTING
Ceramic heating elements
allow longer conduction
without blistering
without blistering
UNIFORM
TOASTING
TOASTING
Equal toasting throughout
the entire interior of the barrel
Profiles
As many as there are tastes
Although with TRH there are as many different toasting possibilities as there are wine flavors across the world, we currently have a catalogue of more than 50 different perfectly defined and fully reproducible profiles.
Of these profiles, we have selected 5 specific profiles that have shown to excel in various varietals and wine making styles of North America.
Within the natural constraints of traditional fire toasting, it is very difficult to truly adjust flavor and aromatic profiles to meet the wants and demands of winemakers today. With our TRH system it is possible, it is customizable, and it is repeatable.
Some of our most popular and replicated toasting profiles for the US market are Médoc, Côte d’Or, Ribera, Bourgogne & Viura.
Available toasts
Médoc 
OENOLOGY IMPRESSIONS
- Robust toast impact with minimal oak tannin influence
- Aromas and flavors including mocha, spice, caramel with a hint of smoke
- Builds weight, structure and mouthfeel
- Recommended for Bordeaux varietals, Syrah and Zinfandel
Côte d’or 
OENOLOGY IMPRESSIONS
- Moderate overall toast impact
- Rich aromas and flavors of baked bread, nutmeg and espresso
- Contributes silky tannins and a soft mouthfeel
- Recommended for Bordeaux and Burgundy varietals
Ribera
OENOLOGY IMPRESSIONS
- Elegant combination of fruit and toast with low oak tannins
- Enhances varietal fruit characteristics with toasty sweet oak aromas
- Builds structure and adds softness and length
- Recommended for Zinfandel and Rhône varietals
Bourgogne
OENOLOGY IMPRESSIONS
- Balanced Burgundian style toast with moderate oak tannins
- Aromatic contributions of vanilla & spice
- Adds length and texture to palate
- Recommended for Burgundy varietals and Syrah
Viura
OENOLOGY IMPRESSIONS
- Our lightest and most subtle toasting profile
- Elevated fruit expression with medium oak tannins
- Contributions include vanilla, custard and crème brûlée
- Recommended for Burgundy and Rhone style whites and light reds
