A quality aged balsamic is known by how it moves in the glass. When you swirl Fondo Carrate, you can see the tears form slowly on the walls of the bottle. This is the result of a high grape must concentration and patient aging in wood casks. It has a syrupy consistency that stays on your food instead of running off. This vinegar is named after one of the original farms on the Elsa estate in Solara. Our team in Staten Island handles every order and packs these glass bottles with care to ensure they arrive safe at your door.
Aging: This vinegar is refined in small hardwood casks including Oak, Chestnut, and Mulberry. This process gives it a velvety body and a deep brown color.
The Blend: It is made from a specific mix of Lambrusco, Trebbiano, Sangiovese, and Ancellotta grapes native to the Modena region.
What is PGI? The Protected Geographical Indication seal guarantees that this vinegar is produced in Modena using traditional methods and regulated grape varieties.
Storage: Balsamic is naturally shelf-stable. Keep it in a cool, dark pantry. There is no need to refrigerate it after opening.
Shipping: We pack glass bottles securely to prevent breakage during transit. This item ships free on its own.
Do not cook with this. This is a finishing vinegar. Use it to drizzle over aged Parmigiano Reggiano, a creamy risotto, or even vanilla gelato. Because of the density, it grabs the food and lingers on the palate. A little goes a long way with a vinegar of this quality.