Shunfa 250L glazed clay wine jar is made of natural clay fired at high temperature of 1370 ℃, with a water absorption rate of ≤ 1%, suitable for traditional wine making. It has the characteristics of no immersion or leakage, good breathability, and resistance to acid and alkali corrosion, making it an ideal choice for scenarios such as wine cellars, new wine oxidation cultivation experiments, and multi clay formula experiments in terroir research. We can provide personalized and optimal product solutions for customers in different scenarios, helping their career development.
Our Advantages
Our Manufacturing Advantages
Shunfa is a reliable 250L glazed clay wine jars manufacturer and supplier in China. As a strong ceramic jar factory, it covers an area of 140 acres, has more than 300 craftsmen, and has 4 advanced tunnel kiln processing production lines, which can flexibly meet the product needs of different customers.
The 250L clay wine jar is very suitable for fermentation in small and medium-sized wine cellars. We seek to provide solutions for global wine cellar fermentation or brewing fermentation scene customers to help your business development.
● 4 advanced tunnel kiln production lines with an annual production capacity of over 200000 pieces
● Delivery lead time: 30 days
● Minimum order quantity: 50 pieces
● Support size, shape, color, texture, glazed/unglazed selection
● Capable of providing OEM/ODM private label customization services and capabilities
● Logistics packaging: shockproof and stable packaging solution
● Factory direct price, quality assurance
● Provide product testing report
● Flexibility of Payment Methods: Supports Letter of Credit TT
The Advantages Of 250L Glazed Clay Wine Jars
Clay wine jars, also known as wine jars or wine jars, have some unique advantages in wine storage and brewing, mainly due to their physical and chemical properties
● Micro permeability:
This is the core advantage of pottery jars, as the clay material itself has extremely small pores that allow trace amounts of oxygen to slowly penetrate into the jar. It can help the wine become softer and smoother, promote complex esterification reactions, and develop richer aromas and flavors.
● Good temperature regulation:
Good temperature regulation allows the interior of the pottery jar to maintain a relatively constant temperature, and its response to changes in external environmental temperature is relatively slow. This provides a relatively stable aging environment for the wine body, avoiding the adverse effects of temperature fluctuations on the quality of the wine
● Promote beneficial chemical reactions:
Clay itself contains various minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, etc. These minerals will slowly dissolve into the wine during long-term storage and undergo subtle reactions with the components in the wine. Helps to form the structure of the wine, increasing the complexity, richness, and unique “mineral sensation” of the taste
● Chemical stability and corrosion resistance:
High quality clay has stable properties after firing. Not easily prone to chemical reactions with the main components such as acid and alcohol in the wine, ensuring that the original flavor of the wine is not contaminated by the container itself. Compared to some metal containers, pottery jars do not cause metal odors or corrosion issues.
● Light blocking property:
The light blocking property of pottery jars provides an ideal dark storage environment for wine.
● Thermal insulation:
During the brewing process, ceramic jars can help maintain the temperature required for fermentation, making fermentation more uniform and thorough.
● Traditional and cultural values:
It is not only a container, but also a carrier of traditional skills and cultural inheritance. Wine stored in pottery jars is often considered to have a more “traditional” flavor and historical heritage, meeting consumers’ pursuit of traditional, natural, and handmade products.
Core Difference Between Glazed Clay Wine Jars And Unglazed Clay Wine Jars
| Comparing Dimensions | Unglazed Pottery Jar | Glazed Pottery Jar | Explanation Of Scientific Principles |
| Breathability | ▲ High (Microporous Open) | ▼ Extremely Low (Glaze Layer Sealed) | After High-Temperature Melting Of Glaze, It Blocks The Pores Of Clay |
| Oxidation Rate | 0.8-1.2ml O ₂/L · Month (Promotes Aging) | 0.05-0.1ml O ₂/L · Month (Approximately Stainless Steel) | The Microporous Structure Allows For Slow Permeation Of Oxygen |
| Mineral Dissolution | ▲ Significant (Calcium/Iron/Manganese Ions Increase Mineral Sensitivity) | ▼ Trace (Glaze Layer Barrier) | Minerals In Clay Come Into Direct Contact With Liquor |
| Acid Alkali Effect | Ph Value Increases By 0.3-0.5 (Weakly Alkaline Buffer) | Ph Change<0.1 (Neutral) | Clay Containing Carbonates Can Neutralize Some Acidity |
| Humidification | Bidirectional Regulation (Moisture Absorption/Release) | External Moisture Absorption Only | Capillary Action Endows Unglazed Pottery With The Ability To ‘Breathe’ |
| Cleaning Convenience | ▼ Difficulty (Pore Contamination, Chemical Agents Are Prohibited) | ▲ Easy (Smooth Glaze Surface, Can Be Soft Brushed For Cleaning) | Glazed Surface Forms A Glassy Sealing Layer |
| Service Life | 5-8 Years (Gradual Blockage Of Micropores) | 10-15 Years (Glaze Layer Protects The Body) | Tartaric Acid Crystallization Leads To A Decline In Permeability Of Unglazed Jars |
| Typical Alcohol Content Adaptation | 16% Abv (Inhibition Of Miscellaneous Bacteria) | Unrestricted (Including Low Alcohol Beverages) | Low Alcohol Content Is Prone To Contamination By Acetic Acid Bacteria In Unglazed Jars |
How To Choose 250L Glazed Clay Wine Jars
Customers of different types and scales of brewing have different choices of ceramic jar containers. Therefore, we provide solution suggestions on how to choose container size reasonably for different brewing goals
● Natural wine brewing: 200-500L thin-walled cans.
● Mass production: 1000L buried Qvevri.
● Oxidation style development: customized porosity tank.
● Small wine cellar: can stack 500L cans.
How To Precisely Control The Micro Permeability Of Pottery Jars? How To Ensure That There Will Be No Excessive Oxidation Or Leakage?
The production of Shunfa pottery jars uses a specific clay formula and high-temperature sintering technology above 1280 ℃ to form a stable microporous structure. Each pottery jar has undergone leakage testing and a testing report can be provided.
What Is The Minimum Order Quantity (Moq)? Can We Accept Small-Scale Trial Orders?
We support a tiered MOQ: the standard MOQ is 100 pieces, and the trial order can be reduced to 50 pieces (with shared mold costs);
Shared Container: Propose LCL to reduce the cost of small batch shipping;
Sample policy: Provide paid samples (which can be deducted from subsequent orders), accompanied by a complete quality inspection report.
Can We Customize The Logo, Size, Or Special Glaze Color?
Our customization process: submit design draft online → 2 3D rendering confirmation → 3 Sample making (2-3 weeks) → 4 output.
Customization options: LOGO, color, size, glaze color, etc. are available for selection.
How Should I Handle It Before First Use? How To Clean And Maintain It In Daily Life?
Pre treatment: Soak in salt water for 48 hours → rinse with clean water → dry naturally in the shade.
Cleaning: Use only a soft brush and warm water, do not use detergents.