I throw my used oak chips into my vinegar batches.

"Dave" > wrote in message
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> I recently purchased some french oak chips and added about 3 oz to a
> cabernet that I have bulk aging. Let's say that I keep them in the wine
for
> 2 or 3 months. Is there any point in trying to reuse them in another wine
> later? If so then is it sufficient to rinse them well and then heat
> sanitize?
>
> Thanks for your help!
>
> Dave
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