The Riso Buono Carnaroli Gran Riserva is aged raw for one year, a practice known and followed in ancient times by many populations. This aging process is carried to help the rice reach the highest possible quality. Rice aged and preserved well significantly increases its original volume and this creates helps it maintain texture and and minerals when cooked. The grains of our Carnaroli Gran Riserva don’t stick together during cooking and therefore don’t overcook easily either.