Kitchen Dictionary: vincotto

Vincotto is a cooking wine. It is made in Italy from tow different types of grapes, the Negroamaro and the Black malvasia grapes. The syrup which is the starter for the vinegar is stored in oak barrels for years until it ages to the vinegar stage and is developed and tasted at that point. Vincott is used as a condiment, drizzled over meat, salads and some desserts. Goes well with salted bacon, and potatoes or potato salad. Vincotto is also served on ice cream at the end of a meal, only a few drops are needed.

Ethnicity: italian Ingredient

Season: available year-round

How to select: Vincotto is not sold in usual grocery stores, you may find it in specialty shops, markets or online.