Classic Carnaroli Rice
The “prince” of rice.

Carnaroli Classico rice is a very fine variety of superfine rice. The flavor is distinct, tending toward sweet, with grains that remain firm and elastic even after cooking. The grain is large and about 7 mm long, with an elongated shape and cerulean color with a small white pearl center.

Our Classic Carnaroli rice is obtained exclusively from controlled and certified seeds as “CLASSIC” and as “CARNAROLI FROM PAVIA CARNAROLI”.

The aforementioned characteristics, along with the exceptional compactness of the elongated grains with a small central part, make it one of the best rice qualities on the market and the flagship product of Cascina Alberona, which, after over 30 years in the rice agriculture sector, has the experience and production capabilities necessary for its cultivation and processing.

Processing:
Rice obtained in 1945 from the cross between Vialone (with a high amylose content that guarantees resistance to cooking) and Lencino (long, coarse and very pearly rice). Grown mainly in Lomellina, the kingdom of rice, it is considered by many gourmets to be the main rice of the cuisine.

Curiosity:
Its fame derives from the exceptional compactness of the large and elongated grains with a small central part, the high amylose content close to 24% of the total starch, the excellent balance between good liquid absorption capacity and low starch loss.

Combinations:
Ideal for risottos and fine dishes. Its grain does not overcook and does not disintegrate, so it is preferred in haute cuisine preparations; But even less experienced cooks can achieve great results.

Cooking time:
16-18 minutes.