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Cask wines are wines aged or stored in wooden casks, which impart flavour and character to the liquid. The practice dates back centuries and remains central to winemaking traditions worldwide. Cask ageing develops complexity, smoothness and depth, with different wood types—oak, chestnut, acacia—contributing distinct notes. Quality wines often spend months or years maturing in casks before bottling. The cask's previous contents, such as sherry or bourbon, can also influence the final wine's profile.