Authentic Italian Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI aged for 4 years in wooden barrels.
The 2 Crowns (Serie 4) edition from Officinae Defrutum’s Linea Regina represents the ideal balance between fresh balsamic acidity and rich grape sweetness. Sourced directly from Trebbiano and Lambrusco grapes grown on the family's estate in Magreta di Formigine, this balsamic is aged in historic oak, chestnut, and cherry wood barrels.
Characterized by its bright, dark color, fruity bouquet, and pleasant roundness, this 4-year-aged vinegar brings effortless Mediterranean flavor to everyday meals.
1. INGREDIENTS & ALLERGENS
- Ingredients: Cooked grape must, wine vinegar.
- Allergens: Contains naturally occurring sulfites. Free from artificial colorants (no E150d caramel), preservatives, and thickeners.
2. SERVING & PAIRING ADVICE
Due to its light, refreshing viscosity and crisp profile, this 2-Crown balsamic is exceptional for cooking, whisking into dressings, or drizzling over fresh ingredients.
RECOMMENDED USES:
- Salads & Vinaigrettes: Whisk with extra virgin olive oil for crisp green or Caprese salads.
- Vegetables & Meat: Drizzle over raw, steamed, or grilled vegetables, roasted white meats, and boiled fish.
- Marinades & Dipping: Use as an aromatic base for meat marinades or enjoy with fresh crusty bread and olive oil.
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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 |