Modena: Balsamic Vinegar Tour, Parmigiano & Gelato Tasting

Begin your experience with a walk through the Lambrusco and Trebbiano vineyards, weather permitting, in the picturesque countryside of Modena. Surrounded by rows of white and red grapevines, you’ll enter a magical and immersive setting where one of Italy’s most iconic products is born: Balsamic Vinegar of Modena.

Even before stepping inside the acetaia, your attention will be captured by a large mural on the façade, “La Sentinella”, created by street artist Luca Zamoc. With vibrant colors, roses, and vineyard motifs, this artwork welcomes you into a place where tradition, art, and passion meet.

Inside, discover a historic, family-run acetaia where the art of balsamic vinegar has been passed down through generations. More than a job, this craft is a true vocation. Learn about the history of balsamic vinegar, its origins, and the production process - from cooked grape must to the long aging period in precious wooden barrels.

Visit the atmospheric barrel rooms and uncover every step of the transformation that turns grape must into Modena’s famous “Black Gold.”

The experience concludes with a guided tasting of different balsamic vinegars at various aging stages. Taste each vinegar first on its own, then paired with carefully selected aged Parmigiano Reggiano and artisanal ice cream, chosen to enhance the aromas, balance, and intensity of each product.

A unique sensory journey through flavors, history, and family tradition in the heart of Modena.