Acquerello Carnaroli Rice Aged 1 Year 8.8 oz

Why Is Acquerello Rice Different?

Acquerello begins with selected Carnaroli rice grown at Tenuta Colombara, in the heart of Italy’s rice-growing area near Vercelli.

Before milling, the rough rice is aged for at least one year in temperature-controlled silos. During this period, the starch becomes more stable, helping the grain maintain its structure during cooking and absorb sauces and seasonings more effectively.

Carnaroli rice restored with its germ.

How to Cook Acquerello Rice

Acquerello is ideal for traditional risotto, seafood risotto, mushroom risotto, saffron risotto, rice salads, arancini and other Italian rice dishes.

For Acquerello’s simplified “Risotto Non Risotto” method, use approximately 1 part rice to 3 parts salted water or broth by weight.

Add the rice once the liquid is boiling and cook for approximately 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, add butter, extra virgin olive oil, cheese or other ingredients, then allow to rest for approximately 5 minutes to absorb the remaining liquid and develop a creamy texture.

Acquerello is produced by the Rondolino family at Tenuta Colombara in Livorno Ferraris, Piemonte, in the heart of the Vercelli rice-growing region. Every stage of production — from cultivation and aging to processing and packaging — takes place at the estate. Through controlled aging, traditional helix whitening and a patented germ-restoration process, Acquerello has developed a distinctive interpretation of Italian Carnaroli rice.