Inspired by ancient Italian peasant traditions, Rosnay left a few rows of their shiraz grapes to wither and dry on the vine for weeks after the wine vintage. The dried grapes were then crushed and the must was reduced over 4 days to one third of its original volume. The reduction was was produced slowly in a steam jacketed kettle with constant stirring, at a maximum of 65ºC, using 100% solar power. The resulting rich nectar was then settled for a few months before reheating and bottling without any additives or filtration. This is an authentic vino cotto contains no preservatives, vinegar, sugars or added thickeners and is made from 100% premium wine grapes.

In terms of flavour, Vino Cotto is quite sweet, while it is often compared to Balsamic Vinegar as it can be used in many of the same ways, it doesn't have the same acidity. It is very much in its element with strawberries and sweet dishes, but it can also works well is with caramelising onions or marinating meat dishes. A truly versatile ingredient that can be used to zhush up any dish 

Certification: Southern Cross SX-21127