French oak chips are a convenient and affordable way to add the complex flavors and aromas of French oak to your wine. They are made from seasoned French oak staves and are available in a variety of toast levels, from light to heavy.
 
French oak chips can be added to wine at any stage of the winemaking process, from fermentation to aging. They are typically added to red wines, but they can also be used to make white wines more complex.
 
The flavor and aroma profile of French oak chips will vary depending on the toast level. Light toast chips will impart subtle notes of vanilla and spice, while medium toast chips will add more pronounced flavors of toasted oak, caramel, and coffee. Heavy toast chips will impart bold flavors of roasted oak, chocolate, and smoke.