Hotel Close To The Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Of Modena

Visit one of the most wonderful places in the planet: Italy. In the North of the country, in Modena, the famous basamic vinegar is produced.

Visiting Italy, it is necessary to step by the city of Modena, in the north of the country, where it is impossible not to reserve a few hours to visit the Villa San Donnino. It comes to a distinguished and historic building that you'll find the real Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, a traditional and one of the most ancient products of the agricultural food production in the province of Modena. Since the weather conditions of the region provides only production of wines with low alcohol content, so not recommended for exportation, it is instead appropriated for the production of vinegar.

The balsamic vinegar is obtained from the alcoholic fermentation and acetic Trebbiano grape must, cooked in order to create a kind of concentrate which is then fermented with a slow aging process that will concentrate the flavors. The grape must, thus concentrated is placed in wooden containers until becoming balsamic vinegar, what happens with time, on the type of container and the timber.

It has a bright and dark brown color, with density in a proper and fluent syrupiness. Its distinctive and complex aroma is also enjoyable and harmonious, very unmistakable. The balsamic vinegar is considered one of the finest condiments. Usually is used to give the final touch in several types of dishes. The optimal use is as seasoning of salads, but also on meat and fish, stews, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and fruits (particularly strawberries, peaches and tropical fruits).

Recently, it has been confirmed that the Balsamic Vinegar of Modena can helps prevent cardiovascular diseases. The vinegar, like wine, has antioxidants and flavonoids, a substance that are associated with a reduced risk of developing chronic diseases as well as cardiovascular diseases.

The Villa San Donnino invites you to a delicious tour in the middle of a refined park Art Nouveau style, for the presentation of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and a special tasting of local products and vinegars. With a elegant, warm and cordial atmosphere, not far from Modena, the Arnaldo Aquila d'Oro Hotel offers a comfortable stay. The hotel's rooms are tastefully furnished with antique furniture, and also equipped with modern comforts. Besides, Arnaldo Hotel is located in Rubiera, between Reggio Emilia and Modena, considered by gourmets to be a temple to Emilian cuisine. For more information visit: www.hotel-reggioemilia.com