Vincotto is a “cooked wine” and from what I understand it’s made from overripe grapes and can be a lengthy process.  This is a quicker method to obtain similar results.  I used it in a duck recipe, and the remaining bit was so tasty I slathered it over a pan seared chicken breast.

You basically add spices and seasonings to a red wine and cook it until it’s reduced to a syrup.  Very tasty.

Ingredients:

• 3c red wine, something fruity
• 3/4 c sugar
• 1 inch peice of ginger, peeled and sliced
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1/4 tsp cardamom
• 2 cloves

Method:

1. Place all ingredients in a saucepan with a heavy bottom.  Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes or until reduced to a syrupy consistency.
2. Strain through a fine mesh sieve and let cool to room temperature.
3. Transfer to a container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.