Creating Italian food’s “black gold”: how Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is made

Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, or “Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena”, costs a hefty $6,000 USD per litre. What are the secrets behind the price tag? From grape must to rigorous quality control, we go behind the scenes of the making of the traditional Italian food to find out.
CHAPTERS
00:00 The art of making Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
02:25 Welcome to Giuseppe Pedroni’s farm
03:54 Mechanically harvesting the Trebbiano di Spagna grapes
07:32 Traditios of an ancient vineyard: manually harvesting the Trebbiano di Spagna grapes
09:43 Bringing the grapes to the cellar for pressing
11:40 Pressing the grapes to obtain their must
16:15 Cooking the must, fermentation and acetification
23:00 Turning grape juice into vinegar
24:51 Manually decanting the barrels
31:53 Maturation and ageing: a careful and lengthy process
33:27 “Families” of barrels, starting with the Mother
39:11 The Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is brought to the Protection Consortium for quality control
43:22 The quality control process starts under the close monitoring of the Inspector from Kiwa Cermet
46:48 The Master tasters taste the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena at the Protection Consortium
52:03 The President of the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Protection Consortium
54:03 Open Vinegar Cellars: vinegar factories host guided educational tours inlcuding tastings of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
54:40 Giuseppe Pedroni’s historic family tavern
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WHERE WE SHOT THE VIDEO
Country: Italy
Region: Emilia Romagna
City: Rubbiara
Gps: 44°39'3.02"N 11° 2'27.02"E
ABOUT US
We are Domenico and Giulia; two adventurers, filmmakers, documentarians travelling the world to discover, understand, and tell the story. Kiss From The World is dedicated to creating high quality non-fiction content that informs and entertains its viewers about the world in all its wonder, diversity and vibrancy.
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[@martinjovanovic6783]

the best documentary about traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena ever

[@KissFromTheWorld]

We're delighted that you found our documentary on the traditional production of balsamic vinegar in Modena to be the best! The film aimed to capture the rich heritage and intricate process behind crafting this iconic Italian product. From the meticulous selection of grapes to the aging in wooden barrels, we strived to showcase the dedication and craftsmanship involved in producing authentic balsamic vinegar.
If you have any specific questions about the documentary or the balsamic vinegar-making process, we'd be happy to provide more information. Your positive feedback motivates us to continue creating content that resonates with our audience. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts!
Cheers, Domenico and Giulia

[@timandsuzidickey9358]

Great Dive. ...I never knew. !!! Thanks. !

[@KissFromTheWorld]

We're absolutely thrilled to receive your positive feedback on our documentary showcasing the production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena! It's immensely gratifying for us when our efforts resonate with viewers like you. Shedding light on the unique and captivating processes behind the creation of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is not just a journey of exploration for us but also a mission to share the rich cultural and culinary heritage of this artisanal craft.
Our aim was to offer more than just information; we wanted to provide a window into the meticulous craftsmanship, dedication, and time-honored traditions that contribute to the exceptional quality of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Discovering and sharing these insights is a rewarding experience, and we're delighted that you found value in the details we presented.
Thank you for taking the time to appreciate and engage with our documentary-it truly means a lot to us! Cheers, Domenico and Giulia.

[@skauffman74]

What a treasure, thank you all for this exquisite documentary; very much appreciated.

[@KissFromTheWorld]

Hi Sergio! We are glad you liked it. Cheers, Domenico and Giulia.

[@skauffman74]

@@KissFromTheWorld Traditions are in danger in my own country and I love people who protect them. Thank you kindly; both of you.

[@KissFromTheWorld]

@@skauffman74 We appreciate your thoughtful comment and share your sentiment about the importance of preserving traditions. It's heartening to know that our documentary resonated with you, especially in a time when traditions are at risk. Our goal was to highlight the dedication of those who work to safeguard and uphold the traditional production of balsamic vinegar in Modena.
Thank you for recognizing and supporting the efforts of those who strive to protect and maintain cultural heritage. If you have any further thoughts or questions, feel free to share. Your appreciation means a lot to us!
Cheers, Domenico and Giulia

[@enricobugli7231]

La traduzione dal dialetto non è perfetta.
Comunque video bello e chiaro. Bravo.
S'avdem.

[@KissFromTheWorld]

Grazie mille per il tuo commento! Ci dispiace se la traduzione dal dialetto modenese all'inglese non è stata perfetta, ma siamo felici che tu abbia comunque apprezzato il video e lo abbia trovato chiaro. Siamo sempre aperti a miglioramenti e feedback, quindi se ci sono particolari su cui possiamo lavorare per rendere le traduzioni più accurate, saremo lieti di prendere in considerazione suggerimenti specifici. Grazie ancora per il tuo apprezzamento e per aver guardato il documentario!
Cheers, Domenico and Giulia.