Villa Manodori oils and vinegars bring the vision of Massimo Bottura to the table through carefully selected Italian ingredients. Each product has a distinct character: the aim is not to cover the flavour of a dish, but to complete it with a precise finishing touch.
In this guide you will find practical suggestions, starting amounts and pairings for the seven Villa Manodori products available from Experience Food. Quantities are deliberately modest: taste first, then add more only if needed.
Villa Manodori extra virgin olive oil
Villa Manodori extra virgin olive oil is obtained from hand-picked olives and cold pressed. Its aromatic profile, with a distinctive green-tomato note and a pleasantly peppery finish, makes it especially suitable as a raw finishing oil.
Use it on grilled or steamed vegetables, vegetable soups, legumes, fish, beef carpaccio and fresh cheeses. Start with one teaspoon per serving; this is usually enough to add fragrance without making the dish heavy.
Discover Villa Manodori extra virgin olive oil, 500 ml.
Essenziale basil oil
Essenziale basil oil combines extra virgin olive oil with natural basil essential oil. It offers a clean, concentrated aroma and should therefore be dosed more carefully than a traditional herb dressing.
Try it with tomato, burrata or mozzarella, pasta, vegetable soups, grilled courgettes and fish. Begin with a few drops or about half a teaspoon per serving, preferably added just before serving.
Discover Villa Manodori Essenziale basil oil, 250 ml.
Essenziale lemon oil
The lemon version adds brightness and freshness without the liquid and acidity of lemon juice. It works well where you want a clear citrus aroma while preserving the texture of the dish.
It is ideal with raw or cooked fish, shellfish, white meats, salads, grilled vegetables and simple desserts. Use a few drops at first, especially on delicate ingredients.
Discover Villa Manodori Essenziale lemon oil, 250 ml.
Essenziale rosemary oil
Rosemary oil has a warm, Mediterranean character. It pairs naturally with roast potatoes, focaccia, legumes, grilled vegetables, poultry, lamb and red meats.
Add it after cooking whenever possible, so that its aroma remains clearly perceptible. Half a teaspoon per serving is a sensible starting point; on focaccia or potatoes it can be distributed in a thin drizzle.
Discover Villa Manodori Essenziale rosemary oil, 250 ml.
Villa Manodori Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI
Villa Manodori artisanal Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI has a deep, bright brown colour, a full consistency and a rich balance of sweet and acidic notes. It can be used for salads and vegetables, as well as for marinating or cooking meat and poultry.
It also pairs well with mature cheeses and can be reduced or emulsified to make a sweet-and-sour sauce. For an individual salad, start with half a teaspoon, optionally blended with extra virgin olive oil.
Discover Villa Manodori artisanal Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI, 250 ml.
Villa Manodori Barolo wine vinegar
This wine vinegar is made from Barolo wine and aged to develop greater depth and complexity. Its lively acidity and vinous character make it particularly suitable for dishes that can support a structured condiment.
Use it in salads with bitter leaves, marinades, sauces for red meat, roast vegetables and legumes. For a dressing, combine one part vinegar with three parts extra virgin olive oil and adjust after tasting.
Discover Villa Manodori aged Barolo wine vinegar.
Villa Manodori Dark Cherry
Dark Cherry combines the sweet-and-sour depth of balsamic vinegar with a distinctive cherry note. It is the most immediately creative condiment in the range and works especially well through contrast.
Try a few drops on mature or blue cheese, duck, pork, venison, chocolate desserts, panna cotta or vanilla ice cream. Its intensity is part of its appeal, so begin sparingly.
Discover Villa Manodori Dark Cherry.
How to choose the right Villa Manodori condiment
- For everyday raw finishing: choose the extra virgin olive oil.
- For fresh aromatic notes: choose basil or lemon Essenziale oil.
- For roasted and grilled dishes: choose rosemary Essenziale oil.
- For a classic sweet-and-sour balance: choose Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI.
- For structured dressings and marinades: choose Barolo wine vinegar.
- For cheese, game or desserts: choose Dark Cherry.
Dosage and storage advice
These condiments are concentrated and are best added gradually. On a finished dish, start with a few drops or half a teaspoon; for the extra virgin olive oil, one teaspoon per serving is usually appropriate. Taste before adding more.
Close each bottle carefully and keep it away from heat and direct light. Follow the storage information on the label and use the products within the recommended period after opening.
Explore the Villa Manodori selection on Experience Food and choose the oil or vinegar that best suits the dish you want to prepare.
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