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Acquerello Rice Bag, 5.5 Pound

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Brand Acquerello
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Unit Count 88.0 Ounce
Item Weight 2.5 Kilograms
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  • Prized Carnaroli rice from Vercelli, in Piemonte
  • The best rice for preparing risotto
  • Preferred by chefs all over the world
  • A special "rest time" after the harvest improves taste and consistency
  • A vacuum sealed bag of 2.5 kg - 5.5lbs

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Product Description

Acquerello carnaroli rice is grown using a crop rotation system. It is the only rice variety sown on the farm, thus eliminating thr possibility of inadvertent hibridization with other varieties. After the harvest, the unhulled grains of Acquerello Carnaroli are aged for one year in Colombara’s temperature controlled silos. This process renders starch, proteins and vitamins less water-soluble, improving the consistency of the grains and enabling them to absorb more cooking liquid. When cooked, the grains become larger, firmer, do not stick together and taste better. After the aging process, the rice is refined and “whitened”. For this step in the transformation prosess “the screw” (a machine invented in 1975) is still regarded the best for the job, and is by no means the most economical. In this machine, the rice spirals slowly downwards, gently rubbing grain against grain, maintaining the nutritional values which can be easily lost with other bleaching methods. At the end of the process, Acquerello rice is perfectly polished honey color.

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.51 x 3.15 x 10.24 inches; 5.51 Pounds
  • UPC ‏ : ‎ 819403000230 081940300023
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Viola Importing, Inc.
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004Y0OIGO
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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
562 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, taste and texture of the cereal. They mention that it makes the perfect risotto, it's fantastic and creamy on the outside and still slightly al dente in the middle. That said, some disagree on value.

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24 customers mention "Quality"24 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the risotto rice. They mention that it makes the perfect riotello, is wonderful for general use, and is a unique rice.

"...Nice texture, holds up, and flavor is amazing. You should do your research on this product...." Read more

"...This is definitely not the least expensive but it's very tasty. The texture is fantastic. Carnaroli is 100% better than Arborio." Read more

"The best rice to cook risotto by far." Read more

"Amazing quality for the best Risotto!" Read more

9 customers mention "Taste"9 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the taste of the cereal. They mention that it has a nice texture and holds up well.

"So very good!The texture, the flavor, the everything...." Read more

"...Nice texture, holds up, and flavor is amazing. You should do your research on this product...." Read more

"My husband tried different types of rice, this is the best in flavor and texture." Read more

"...options I've found in local stores, after I tasted how creamy and delicious this is, I can not see my self again buying the alternatives...." Read more

9 customers mention "Texture"9 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the texture of the cereal. They mention that it's fantastic, creamy on the outside and still slightly al dente in the middle. They also say that it is succulent and never grainy.

"So very good!The texture, the flavor, the everything...." Read more

"...Nice texture, holds up, and flavor is amazing. You should do your research on this product...." Read more

"...The texture is fantastic. Carnaroli is 100% better than Arborio." Read more

"Extremely creamy while remaining al dente. Much superior to arborio rice. A revelation! Will buy again, and again…" Read more

3 customers mention "Ease of cooking"3 positive0 negative

Customers find the cereal easy to cook. They mention that it holds up to the slow, patient simmering process for risotto and still keeps some al dente.

"...arborio rice is cultivated to hold up to the slow, patient simmering process for risotto and still keep some al dente along with creaminess...." Read more

"...You can’t compromise on risottos. They take time to make with quality ingredients...." Read more

"...this is outstanding rice: flavor, texture, ease of cooking -- I make risotto all the time now!" Read more

7 customers mention "Value"4 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the cereal. Some find it to be excellent value, while others say it's not the least expensive.

"...The price was great, shipped immediately and arrived on time, I am totally satisfied with the product." Read more

"...This is definitely not the least expensive but it's very tasty. The texture is fantastic. Carnaroli is 100% better than Arborio." Read more

"...Excited to see it on Amazon. Fair price and it comes quick." Read more

"...Arborio rice in stores so we opted for this brand which is also rather expensive. We won’t purchase again." Read more

Truly makes the truest Italian risotto in the world
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Truly makes the truest Italian risotto in the world
That the long traditional cultivation techniques and pride behind the product is true, you can taste. This arborio rice is cultivated to hold up to the slow, patient simmering process for risotto and still keep some al dente along with creaminess. Any good recipe will require chicken broth (I use vegan chicken bouillon), and slow, patient, stirring. My recipe calls for a half-cup of dry white wine, so I add my favorite chardonnay then pour a glass to sip during my "risotto making meditation".
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5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely good risotto rice.
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2023
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
So very good!
The texture, the flavor, the everything.
No surprise that so many world class chefs use this rice, or the quite expensive aged variety if they have, or are trying for, that Michelin star.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2021
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
I have to say after years of buying what was available in my grocery store, this Rice has changed my mind about Risotto. I would make risotto with other brands, and the risotto never quite tasted good, and the rice didn't hold up well. Acquerello Brand has changed my mind, and my risotto is totally different now. Nice texture, holds up, and flavor is amazing. You should do your research on this product. Well worth the time and they are doing some special things with aging, and nutritional value.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Carnaroli is the best risotto rice! Great texture.
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2022
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
I have not tried any other brand of Carnaroli rice because I like this one so much. Since I can't get a local source I'm not willing to branch out. This is definitely not the least expensive but it's very tasty. The texture is fantastic. Carnaroli is 100% better than Arborio.
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Flor EdS
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for risotto.
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2023
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
My husband tried different types of rice, this is the best in flavor and texture.
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Armo DeCuir
5.0 out of 5 stars Truly makes the truest Italian risotto in the world
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2022
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
That the long traditional cultivation techniques and pride behind the product is true, you can taste. This arborio rice is cultivated to hold up to the slow, patient simmering process for risotto and still keep some al dente along with creaminess. Any good recipe will require chicken broth (I use vegan chicken bouillon), and slow, patient, stirring. My recipe calls for a half-cup of dry white wine, so I add my favorite chardonnay then pour a glass to sip during my "risotto making meditation".
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Armo DeCuir
5.0 out of 5 stars Truly makes the truest Italian risotto in the world
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2022
That the long traditional cultivation techniques and pride behind the product is true, you can taste. This arborio rice is cultivated to hold up to the slow, patient simmering process for risotto and still keep some al dente along with creaminess. Any good recipe will require chicken broth (I use vegan chicken bouillon), and slow, patient, stirring. My recipe calls for a half-cup of dry white wine, so I add my favorite chardonnay then pour a glass to sip during my "risotto making meditation".
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editoranne
5.0 out of 5 stars Best for Risotto
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2023
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
The best rice to cook risotto by far.
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RRD SP
4.0 out of 5 stars Not up to par
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2020
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
Not pleased with this rice. It releases very little starch and makes it difficult to make a creamy risotto. Covid made it impossible to find our usual Arborio rice in stores so we opted for this brand which is also rather expensive. We won’t purchase again.
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G'town Girl
5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST rice for risitto
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2023
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
Arrived on time. All as expected
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Antonina Maria Caputo
5.0 out of 5 stars Che abbia un buon chicco
Reviewed in Italy on April 21, 2024
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
Riso buonissimo
Quando l'ho finito faccio l'ordine .
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Acpo
5.0 out of 5 stars genial
Reviewed in Spain on August 8, 2023
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
muy buen producto
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Igrène
3.0 out of 5 stars Emballage sous vide
Reviewed in France on July 5, 2022
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
Sur les quatre paquets, un avait perdu son emballage sous vide. Or ce dernier est important pour la bonne conservation du riz. Prière donc d’envoyer le riz EMBALLÉ SOUS VIDE convenablement. Merci.
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Schneemann
5.0 out of 5 stars Bester Risotto-Reis
Reviewed in Germany on April 10, 2021
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
Einer der besten Risotto-Reis, leider sehr teuer.
In der 1 Kg Dose auch dekorativ. Vor allem als Geschenk zu empfehlen.
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Davide Colombo Dr.
5.0 out of 5 stars Ottima qualità !
Reviewed in Italy on March 20, 2024
Size: 5.5 Pound (Pack of 1)Verified Purchase
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ottima qualità !
Reviewed in Italy on March 20, 2024
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