American oak chips are a versatile and cost-effective way to add oak flavor and aroma to wine. They can be used during fermentation, aging, or finishing to impart a range of flavors, including vanilla, coconut, spice, and smoke. American oak chips are especially well-suited for red wines, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Zinfandel, but they can also be used to enhance white wines, such as Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.