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A great Balsamic Vinegar is differentiated by


The absence of added caramel.

The quality of Balsamic Vinegar is defined by the quantity of must.

The time of maturation in barrel.

Comparative of Carapelli Vinegars with Market Vinegars

PREMIUM

  • Amount of must 45-55%
  • Maduration More of 2 years
  • Barrel volume 6.000L - 20 000L
  • Density 1.16-1.30 g/L
  • Bitter/sweet Carapelli
  • Additives 100% natural

Other Market Vinegars

Classic

  • Amount of must 33%
  • Maduration 2 months
  • Barrel volume 20.000 L
  • Density 1.13 g/l
  • Bitter/sweet Carapelli
  • Additives 100% natural

Basic

  • Amount of must 23%-27%
  • Maduration 2 months
  • Barrel volume 50.000 L
  • Density
  • Bitter/sweet Carapelli
  • Additives With caramel
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Masterpieces are born and made

Only the best grapes can create the art and mastery of the Balsamic Vinegars of Modena Carapelli. Discover a process that respects tradition, an exclusive product protected by the IGP seal (Protected Geographical Indication) and the richness of Italian cuisine in each of our bottles.

SELECTION

We are looking for the best grapes from the Modena region to create our Balsamic Vinegar: Lambrusco, Sangiovese, Trebbiano Modenese, Fortana, Albana, Ancelotta, Montuni

PRESSING

The grapes are pressed and crushed to release their juice

Grapes: Cooked The grape juice is boiled at 80º so that the fructose caramelizes and creates must

Modena Grapes: Alcoholic Fermentation Natural yeasts convert the sugar in the must into alcohol, creating wine

Modena Grapes: Acetic Fermentation The wine is poured into oak barrels and fermented, creating wine vinegar

MUST

Must is obtained from the different grape varieties in the region

COOKED MUST

Must is obtained from the different grape varieties in the region

BLENDING

The grape must and vinegar of Modena grapes are mixed

MADURATION

The oak is chosen for the type of wood that makes the vinegar perspire

FILTERING

The oak is chosen for the type of wood that makes the vinegar perspire

BOTTLING

The bottles protect the product from temperature and light