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Making Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O. is an Art that our master vinegar makers have perfected over the centuries.<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n \n \n
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Learn about the ancient method of making Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O.: a story of carefully selected grapes aged in a precious series of wooden barrels under the watchful eye of the balsamic vinegar producing families of Modena.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\n The art of production <\/h3>\n

\n The creation of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O. begins with the careful selection of the grapes, exclusively typical varietals of Modena: Lambrusco, Sangiovese, Trebbiano, Albana, Ancellotta, Fortana and Montuni. These are delicately pressed to obtain a must which is cooked very slowly. So begins the magic of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O.. Once cooked, the must is transferred into a series of small wooden barrels, or \u201cbattery\u201d, which are made from a variety of woods, from oak to chestnut, mulberry to juniper, according to the family tradition. These woods guard ancient secrets, giving the vinegar a complex and harmonious bouquet of aromas \r\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Ageing <\/h3>\n

\n The core of the vinegar lives in silence in the vinegar lofts, where time becomes a precious ally. It is here that the vinegar ages, moving from one barrel to the next in a process that takes between a minimum of 12 years to over 25 years for Extravecchio. It is a painstaking procedure during which the vinegar evolves, acquiring character, density and nuances that delight the palate. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n The wisdom of the master vinegar makers <\/h3>\n

\n The true architect of this process is the master vinegar maker who, with experience and intuition, oversees the various phases, expertly decanting the must and making sure the product is balanced. His savoir faire is a blend of science and sensibility, an intangible legacy of inestimable value, finely honed by years and years of experience in the field. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n The final examination <\/h3>\n

\n Before finding its way to your table, every batch of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O. is subject to a rigorous quality test. A panel of expert tasters evaluates the vinegar, making sure it complies with the elevated sensory standards established by the P.D.O. Specifications in order to guarantee a unique and inimitable product. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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\n A commitment to quality <\/h3>\n

\n Every bottle is the result of an unconditional commitment to quality, our trusting bond with you who looks for excellence in everything you serve at the table. Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O. comes in an exclusive bottle, brainchild of automotive designer Giorgetto Giugiaro in 1987. Every bottle is sealed, numbered and controlled by the Consorzio di Tutela which guarantees the authenticity and quality of the product in line with the stringent Product Specifications. Tasting Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O. means embarking on a sensory journey that jogs memories, stirs emotions and celebrates moments. Just a drop of this noble vinegar can take any dish to the next level, elevate pleasure into an artform. \r\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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