Authentic red wine barrel heads are sourced directly from dismantled barrels and shipped in their original, unaltered condition. Having fulfilled their purpose in aging wine, they display visible signs of use, including dirt, scuffs, and distinctive markings or stampings from the distillery or cooperage of origin. These pieces have not been cleaned or sanded and may arrive in multiple sections or come apart during shipping. Constructed from several pieces of wood, most incorporate a tongue-and-groove design. For best results, especially in DIY projects, reassembly and reinforcement with wood glue and a backer plate is recommended.

For an additional fee, a backer with glue and brad nails can be attached to the underside for enhanced stability. Head styles, distillery stamps, and other markings vary, and while requests for specific styles or stamps can be accommodated, when possible, no guarantees can be made. Coloration ranges from light blond to darker tones, with the underside showing visible char from the inside of the barrel. The barrel. Non hardening wax may appear along the outer edges. This is a natural occurrence from the coopering process.

Please note that the photos provided are examples only, depicting both front and back views of a barrel head; however, each listing is for a single head. Variations in stampings and markings occur as inventory changes.

Please choose from the drop-down menu for what’s available and how you’d like your Barrel head shipped to you. No particular head will ever be the same. We can do our best to match any style, or Distillery Stamp request, but no guarantees. Some Heads may appear more blond or darker in color. 

Important notes: The photos show an example of the front and back side of a barrel head with marking from the cooperage. While the photos have two heads, this listing is for ONE head only. The photo includes two heads to show what to expect on each side. They are an example. Stampings/markings differ as our inventory rotates.

Barrel Heads are roughly 21” In diameter, roughly 11 pounds & 1′ Thick.