For Premium White Wine Fermentation
Wine was already aged in eggshaped amphorae in ancient times. In recent years, fermentation has been tested in various forms in viticulture. Speidel has now developed a stainless steel fermenter that combines the advantages of the egg shape with the advantages of a stainless steel tank and a unique design. The Black Eye looks like a space satellite from the outside and provides a gentle and well controllable fermentation inside. Due to its unique shape, the yeast can circulate smoothly during the fermentation phase. In science it is assumed that this free circulation is an advantage for the fermentation process and thus for the entire aroma spectrum. In contrast to a concrete fermentation barrel, the Black Eye guarantees the necessary hygiene. Thanks to the perfect welding seams and the highly smooth inner walls, the fermenting chamber is also very easy to clean.
A unique design that combines the advantages of the egg shape with the advantages of a stainless steel tank
Provides a gentle and well controllable fermentation
The yeast can circulate smoothly during the fermentation phase
Perfect welding seams and smooth inner walls make the fermenting chamber very easy to clean
The Fermentation Egg is perfect for the fermentation of wine, beer and cider. It is made of food safe polyethylene. The smooth inner surface is very easy to clean.
Fans and devotees of the fermentation egg confirm that during fermentation process and maturation the yeast maintains in suspension longer, therefore increasing complexity.
The idea of fermentation, or ageing, in the egg shaped vessel relates back to ancient methods but with new materials. Since ancient times, beer has been placed for resting into egg-formed amphoras. Recently there have been successful products for wine in egg-formed fermentation vessels made of concrete, wood and stainless steel - and now Speidel has developed the fermentation egg made of food-safe polyethylene.
Includes 2 x Stainless steel ball valves and airlock.
Tightening lid with cap.
Wheel Base is an optional accessory for 60L or 250L. To be purchased separately.
60L, 250L, and 600L are in stock now. Please enquire for pricing.