Vincotto di Grape: Tradition and Authentic Flavor
Vincotto di Grape is an exceptional product that represents an ancient Apulian tradition. It is fresh grape must cooked and, after a long cooking process, transforms into a sweet syrup. This cooked wine from grapes is perfect for enriching desserts, ice creams, and fruit, giving a unique and natural flavor. Rich in antioxidants, it is a true elixir for all ages and can be served hot or cold. Additionally, it is free from colorants and additives, making it a genuine and healthy product.
The Virtues of Vincotto Pugliese
Vincotto Pugliese is appreciated for its sweet flavor and beneficial properties. It contains no added sugars or additives, and represents a natural choice for those who want to indulge in a healthy product. This cooked wine from Puglia is an excellent natural tonic, ideal for strengthening the immune system. Perfect hot on traditional desserts, it is equally delicious on ice creams and fresh fruit, enhancing flavors extraordinarily.
Usage Tips and Preservation
The use of Vincotto di Grape is versatile: it can be used on desserts, fresh fruit, sorbets, and ice creams. It is ideal for enriching traditional dishes such as cartellate or pittule, but it is also suitable for innovative gourmet recipes. It is excellent with cheeses and cured meats, creating surprising flavor combinations. It is stored at room temperature in its 350 ml glass bottle and, if well preserved, retains its properties unchanged for 5 years. Rigorous health checks, carried out according to the HACCP system and with analyses by the University of Salento, guarantee a high-quality product.
The History of Cooked Wine from Puglia
Cooked wine from Puglia has a history that dates back to the ancient Romans. It was used both as a sweetener and to marinate and flavor meat. The Romans knew various types of vincotto, obtained not only from grapes but also from figs, carobs, and quinces. This product was a fundamental element in their cuisine, also used to create tonic drinks. The tradition of Vincotto Pugliese has remained alive over time, continuing to be a precious ingredient in Salentine cuisine.
Uses of Vincotto Pugliese in Cooking
Vincotto di Grape is a versatile ingredient in the kitchen, highly appreciated in pastry. It is often used to flavor traditional sweets such as cartellate and mustaccioli. But its use is not limited to sweets: it is also excellent in savory dishes, such as pittule and taralli neri. Additionally, it can be used to create refreshing granitas, a practice widespread in Salento in the last century thanks to the ice stored in snowhouses.
