the Fabulous !
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EXTRA-OLD Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO (Protected Designation of Origin).
Balsamic Ecstasy: the mysterious alchemy of centenary woods.
Beyond reality the myth begins. This is the first impression given from the tasting of a Fabulous, obtained in absolutely limited editions out of very ancient casks; their balsamic intensity has the power to suspend the consciousness during a while, opening unknown horizons of ecstasy.
The full body, the complexity of its texture, dominated by such an evident balsamic note, develops multiplying and refracting itself on the palate, offering to senses an iridescent kaleidoscope of colours and intensities, in rapid succession, from a metallic fresh acidity to the warm and syrupy wooden note, each of them able to reactivate childhood memories, linked to ancient discoveries blurred by time. |
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the Fabulous
BLACK DIAMOND ! |
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Certainly the most celebrated Vinegar of 2010; withdrawn from vats older than 50 years, it has been awarded, winning the I° Prize at the 44° Palio di Spilamberto.
The BEST Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO in the world! |
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| It can boast very peculiar tones and leads to pure persistent Pleasure, not ephemeral at all! So much that any combination is superfluous and pleonastic. |
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In the light of its rich texture, it should be tasted as digestive in a porcelain spoon. This very fine selection is a real pleasure for the palate during moments of meditation. |
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the
150° UNITÀ D'ITALIA's
Fabulous ! |
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The EXCELLENCE!: just 150 numbered little cruets out of a single old barrel of 1848. An exclusive product dedicate to the celebration of the 150° Anniversary of Italian Unity; a limited edition absolutely unique, a real jewel for collectors. |
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| The wood of a vat used since the ancient times of the Estense Dukedom, that for more than 150 years improved its quality absorbing the precious scents of its noble content, returns now an excellent combination of aromas improved by its enhanced personality, assuring a full taste sensation, intensely fresh and vital due to its persistent balsamic notes, harmonized in an exalting and complete maturity. |
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Such an extraordinary intensity and persistence must be celebrated in a dedicated tasting, so to enjoy its endless suggestions fruit of more than a century of experience. |
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the GRANDMOTHER’s
Fabulous ! |
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This sublime fruit of the Ancient Tradition of Modena has been passed on for several generations within the Barbieri family. It is directly derived from the century-old battery which used to belong to great-Grandmother Maria: only very few cruets are available every year. |
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| It is characterised by very intense Balsamic tastes and aroma which are valuable, complex and harmonious, certainly difficult to find in other types of Traditional Vinegar. It is always classified in the top positions of the “Palio di San Giovanni”, the annual competition among traditional Balsamic Vinegars in Spilamberto near Modena. |
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It is almost worth collecting. If tasted directly from a teaspoon, it invades the palate with endless sensations that will persist until next year’s supply. |
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the PARADISO’s
Fabulous ! |
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When the Ancient Modenese Tradition reaches heavenly notes; the production is limited to few cruets a year, obtained from more than a hundred years old barrels. Drawings are performed alternatively from each of the barrels stored in the Paradise attic giving sometimes to the product, which personality is always of great impact, the decided and sophisticated scent of juniper, while some others is the soft sweetness of cherry to be prevalent |
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| Year after year its variable perfume and prevalent aromatic note constitute a real surprise because of the balsamic intensity developed by a complex texture composed by scents sweet and spicy. Assured a total fascination of the senses. |
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As it happens with every Fabulous, it deserves a protagonist “solo”, savoured on a ceramic tasting spoon. Eternal persistence, heavenly sensations. |
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the
GUSTO BALSAMICO 2007 Auction
Fabulous ! |
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This selection represents the Ancient Tradition of Modena.
Only twelve cruets were filled with the content of one of our most valued vats exclusively on the occasion of the GUSTO BALSAMICO 2007 auction.
The first cruet was sold by Sotheby’s auctioneers for 1.200 €.
The net profit from the sale of all twelve cruets was or will be transferred to charities we have been supporting or those mentioned by You. |
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| This is the rarest jewel, a little masterpiece, a real work of art! It ranks among the top positions thanks to a 336/400 score after the organoleptic assessment. |
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It is undoubtedly our most important Vinegar. It has to be tasted directly with a teaspoon to feel the complex and rich heritage of balsamic sensations persisting until the next Auction (pending schedule). |
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