Artisanal Datterini Tomato Sauce 330ml | Tenuta Morano
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Tenuta Morano’s Datterini tomato sauce is an exceptional artisanal specialty, crafted exclusively from premium datterini tomatoes grown in our sun-drenched fields in Calabria. Harvested by hand at peak ripeness, these small tomatoes yield an incredibly sweet flavor and a vibrant summer aroma.
Gently pre-cooked during production, this smooth, light sauce is already nearly ready to dress your favorite meals, offering a light and flowing consistency. Completely free from künstlichen preservatives or citric acid, it is simply seasoned with 2% sea salt. A wholesome sauce that brings the whole family together.
The Natural Sweetness of Datterini & The Secret of a Ready-to-Serve Sauce
The secret behind our Datterini sauce lies entirely in the supreme quality of our raw ingredients and a time-honored traditional preparation method. We grow this variety in open fields, exposing the vines to the hot southern Italian summer sun. During production, the datterini tomatoes undergo a gentle pre-cooking process: this artisanal step naturally reduces excess water and locks in their intense sweetness. The result is a smooth, light, and velvety sauce that eliminates the need for long simmering times at home.
A culinary favorite that unites generations: The incredible natural sweetness and light texture of this Datterini sauce have always captured everyone's enthusiasm. Kids love it for its delicate, non-acidic taste, while adults adore it for its sheer convenience on busy weeknights. A true kitchen essential that satisfies the whole family.
The Ritual of Clean, All-Natural Traditional Processing
- Selective Hand-Harvesting : We pick our datterini tomatoes strictly by hand at the height of August ripeness, ensuring an unmatched, juicy flavor profile.
- Pre-Cooking and Fine Milling : The tomatoes are washed with pure well water, blanched, and gently simmered to concentrate the flesh. They are then finely milled to remove all skins and seeds, leaving only the sweetest part of the fruit.
- A Clean Recipe with Zero Additives : Our recipe is entirely clean: just 98% pure Datterini tomato and a pinch of Mediterranean sea salt (2%) for natural preservation, just like Italian grandmothers used to make.
- Water Bath Pasteurization and Curing : Once bottled into 33cl glass jars, they are slowly pasteurized in a traditional water bath (bagnomaria), followed by a one-month curing check in our cellar.
Tasting Notes and the Ultimate 10-Minute Express Sauce
On the nose, the sauce releases the fragrant and deep aroma of summer-ripened tomatoes. On the palate, it is smooth, light-bodied, and remarkably sweet. Since it is already pre-cooked, you can prepare a spectacular Italian meal in the exact time it takes to boil your pasta.
The Authentic 10-Minute Recipe: Put a pot of water on the stove for the pasta. Meanwhile, heat a generous drizzle of our Elite Extra Virgin Olive Oil in a small pan, and add a thinly sliced red onion along with a pinch of sea salt. Let the onion soften gently on low heat: it will slowly release its natural moisture and wilt perfectly without burning. Pour in our sweet Datterini sauce. Drop the pasta, drain it al dente, and toss it directly into the pan. Stir over high heat for 2 minutes to bind the flavors, then add a single fresh basil leaf to complete the dish. While you can finish with a grating of fine artisanal pecorino, we highly recommend enjoying it completely pure: its natural sweetness is so extraordinary it needs nothing else.
Ingredients and Product Details
- Ingredients: Italian Datterini tomatoes (98%), sea salt (2%).
- Format: 33cl glass bottle (330 ml).
- Storage: 100% natural. After opening, keep refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days.
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Tenuta Morano’s Datterini tomato sauce is an exceptional artisanal specialty, crafted exclusively from premium datterini tomatoes grown in our sun-drenched fields in Calabria. Harvested by hand at peak ripeness, these small tomatoes yield an incredibly sweet flavor and a vibrant summer aroma.
Gently pre-cooked during production, this smooth, light sauce is already nearly ready to dress your favorite meals, offering a light and flowing consistency. Completely free from künstlichen preservatives or citric acid, it is simply seasoned with 2% sea salt. A wholesome sauce that brings the whole family together.