A classic, rounded Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI presented in Defrutum's signature 500ml iconic apothecary bottle.
The Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP Classico Serie 5 (DF04051) from the Linea Farmacia series represents timeless Italian balsamic craft. Produced from estate-grown grapes in Magreta di Formigine, it undergoes slow maturation across a series of 5 wooden barrels, allowing it to develop a balanced body, deep mahogany hue, and harmonious fruity bouquet.
Hand-sealed with traditional red wax, this generous 500ml bottle serves as both an indispensable kitchen staple and an attractive tabletop centerpiece.
1. INGREDIENTS & SPECS
- Ingredients: Cooked grape must, wine vinegar.
- Aging Level: Serie 5 (5 barrel transfers).
- Packaging: 500ml glass apothecary bottle hand-sealed with red wax.
- Allergens: Contains naturally occurring sulfites. 100% natural—free from caramel coloring (E150d), thickeners, and preservatives.
2. SERVING & PAIRING SUGGESTIONS
With its versatile medium density and crisp sweet-and-sour harmony, this Classico vinegar elevates everyday meals and gourmet recipes alike.
RECOMMENDED USES:
- Salads & Vinaigrettes: Excellent drizzled over mixed green salads, Caprese, and vegetable dips.
- Vegetables & Potatoes: Perfect on raw, steamed, or grilled vegetables, boiled potatoes, and French fries.
- Main Courses: Drizzle over roasted white or red meats, grilled fish, omelettes, and warm savory dishes.
- Sauces & Marinades: Use as an aromatic base for meat glazes, pan deglazing, and homemade marinades.
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Officinae Defrutum is a historic vinegar cellar located in Magreta, near Modena, dedicated to producing authentic, all-natural Balsamic Vinegar of Modena.
Crafted on the renowned family estate of Acetaia Leonardi, Officinae Defrutum carries on centuries of Modenese traditions. The brand name references defrutum—the ancient Roman term for concentrated grape must cooked over an open fire. Every bottle represents an unbroken chain of craftsmanship, sourcing 100% estate-grown Trebbiano and Lambrusco grapes to create true "black gold."
OFFICINAE DEFRUTUM · BRAND HIGHLIGHTS
- Acetaia Leonardi Heritage: Produced directly on the historic Leonardi family estate in Magreta di Formigine.
- 100% All-Natural Ingredients: Made strictly from cooked grape must and high-quality wine vinegar—never with added caramel coloring (E150d), thickeners, or artificial flavors.
- Traditional Multi-Wood Aging: Slowly aged in historic wooden battery barrels crafted from chestnut, cherry, juniper, ash, and durmast oak.
- Complex Flavor Profile: Naturally rich and velvety with complex notes of wild berries, warm vanilla, and subtle wood spice.
Time, passion, and exceptional raw materials are at the heart of Defrutum’s philosophy. With aging periods reaching up to 25 years in traditional wooden barrels, these vinegars offer an extraordinary depth of flavor that elevates fresh salads, aged cheeses, grilled meats, risotto, and gourmet desserts.
| Manufacturing company : | Acetaia Leonardi S.r.l. |
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| Address : | Via Mazzacavallo, 62 41043 - Magreta di Formigine (MODENA)), Italy |
| E-mail : | info@acetaialeonardi.it |