An ancient Modenese sweet delicacy crafted purely from concentrated, slow-cooked grape must.
Saba (Mosto Cotto) by Officinae Defrutum is a sweet, viscous syrup dating back to Roman times. Made by gently simmering unfermented Trebbiano and Lambrusco grape juice over direct heat for up to 36 hours, it reduces into a rich, dark elixir with intense notes of ripe fruit, plum, and caramel.
Because it contains no wine vinegar, Saba has zero acidity, making it a naturally sweet, aromatic sweetener for both savory dishes and desserts.
1. INGREDIENTS & SPECS
- Ingredients: 100% cooked grape must (Mosto Cotto).
- Texture / Flavor: Rich, thick, honey-like consistency; fruity and naturally sweet.
- Packaging: 250ml glass bottle.
- Allergens: Contains naturally occurring sulfites. 100% natural—free from added sugar, vinegar, caramel, and thickeners.
2. SERVING & PAIRING SUGGESTIONS
Saba is one of the most versatile natural sweeteners in Italian gastronomy, bridging the gap between sweet and savory.
RECOMMENDED USES:
- Cheeses & Savory Dishes: Drizzle over Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, goat cheese, polenta, and roasted duck or pork.
- Desserts & Breakfast: Delicious on vanilla gelato, panna cotta, cheesecake, pancakes, waffles, and yogurt.
- Beverages & Cocktails: Use as a natural sweetener in craft cocktails, warm winter drinks, or drizzled over crushed ice.
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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 |