runotto Chestnut Honey (Miele di Castagno) is a bold, artisanal Italian honey from the
Mariangela Prunotto organic farm in Alba, Piedmont. This 14 oz (approx. 400g) jar contains 100% pure, unpasteurized honey sourced from the nectar of Italian chestnut blossoms.
Flavor Profile & Characteristics
Unlike common sweet honeys, chestnut honey is prized for its "grown-up," complex profile.
- Taste: Intense and persistent with a distinctive bitter aftertaste that balances its natural sweetness. It often features woody, nutty, and slightly tannic notes.
- Aroma: Strong and pungent, often described as smelling of undergrowth, smoke, or leather.
- Appearance: A deep, dark amber to dark walnut color.
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Texture: Naturally high in fructose, which allows it to remain liquid for a long time without crystallizing.
