Tour of Acetaia La Vecchia Dispensa
Acetaia La Vecchia Dispensa is located a few kilometres away from Modena, in the historical centre of Castelvetro. Its vinegar cellar is kept in the inside of a tower dated back to the 16th century and it is a unique opporunity to visit. A real dive in the past, in a timeless atmosphere, among balsamic intense fragrances and fine vinegar barrels.
HISTORIC ACETAIA
The experience starts with a guided tour in the Historic Acetaia, located in the medieval Prison Tower that dates back to the XVI century. Today this tower hosts the most antique barrels of the family Pelloni- Tintori, producers of Balsamic Vinegar for four generations. After a detailed explanation of the story and production of the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, the tour continues with a guided tasting of aged Balsamic Vinegars served according to the tradition on a porcelain spoon. The tasting is accompanied by recommendations and suggestions for the best use of different products.
ACETAIA 100
The experience starts with a guided tour in the Historic Acetaia, located in the medieval Prison Tower that dates back to the XVI century. Today this tower hosts the most antique barrels of the family Pelloni- Tintori, producers of Balsamic Vinegar for four generations. After a detailed explanation of the story and production of the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, the tour continues with a guided tasting of aged Balsamic Vinegars served according to the tradition on a porcelain spoon. The experience ends with the tasting of the precious Centenary Balsamic Vinegar, 100 years of aging. A unique product in a limited edition of not more than 50 small bottles per year.
BALSAMIC & CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE
The experience starts with a guided tour in the Historic Acetaia, located in the medieval Prison Tower that dates back to the XVI century. Today this tower hosts the most antique barrels of the family Pelloni- Tintori, producers of Balsamic Vinegar for four generations. After a detailed explanation of the story and production of the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, the tour continues with a guided tasting of aged Balsamic Vinegars served purely and in combination with four different qualities of artisanal chocolate, some of those winners of prestigious prizes at International Chocolate Awards. A unique journey of flavours in the very heart of the beautiful Castelvetro di Modena.
Periodo di svolgimento: su prenotazione.
Advance booking requested.
Acetaia Storica: disponibile tutto l’anno su prenotazione dal lunedì alla domenica.
The experience is available all the year round from Monday to Sunday. Advance booking requested.
Acetaia 100: disponibile tutto l’anno su prenotazione dal lunedì alla domenica.
The experience is available all the year round from Monday to Sunday. Advance booking requested.
Balsamico & Chocolate Experience: da ottobre ad aprile su prenotazione dal lunedì alla domenica.
The experience is available from October through April from Monday to Sunday. Advance booking requested.
Minimo e massimo di partecipanti: da 2 persone a 12 persone (8 persone per Balsamico & Chocolate Experience)
Esperienza accessibile: la visita è fortemente sconsigliata alle persone che soffrono di claustrofobia, vertigini e/o mobilità ridotta. L’accesso non è consentito ai minori sotto i 10 anni anche se accompagnati.
The tour is not recommended to people wo suffer from claustrophobia and/or mobility difficulties. The access is not allowed to kids under 10 years even if accompanied.
Modalità di prenotazione: prenotazione obbligatoria tramite telefono o email.
Advance booking requested.