A Sunday dedicated to the discovery of the Black Gold of Modena!

On Sunday, September 29th back Acetaie Aperte, the annual promotion and outreach event organized by Le Terre del Balsamico, which unites the Consortium for the Protection of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI and Consortium of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PDO.

All food lovers are invited to get to know the secrets of vinegar production, but also to learn how to appreciate and distinguish its characteristics and properties, thanks to tips and ideas.

It will be a day full of guided tours, tastings and initiatives: more than 30 vinegar factories in the province of Modena are waiting to introduce you to the genesis of these precious gastronomic treasures.

Discover the participating vinegar factories on www.acetaieaperte.com

The Balsamic Tales

If you would like to learn more about the history, production and culinary uses of Modena’s famous balsamic vinegar, read our in-depth articles:

• The Origins
• The Productive Process
• The Aging Process
• Protection and recognition of the product

Recommended itineraries

Discover the territory of Modena through our itineraries:

• The Real Balsamic (Itinerary in 24h)
• Art and Good Food in Modena and the Land of Castles (Itinerary in 48h)
• Food traditions between Bologna and Modena (Itinerary in 48h)