It is the most precious heart of the wheat grain.
Vital Wheat Germ is the essence of the grain, rich in vitamins and nutrients, still vital, fragrant and golden.
The reasons why we choose it
Integrating Vital Wheat Germ into the flour means obtaining more fragrant doughs, with a golden color and a unique structure.
WELL-BEING:
Rich in vitamins A, B, E, and D, iron, magnesium, and potassium. It contains protein, fiber, and fats rich in linoleic acid and lecithin.
GILDING
It promotes the Maillard reaction: excellent browning of the product, fast and uniform even at low temperatures.
TASTE
Dough with a unique and authentic aroma and the typical flavor of traditional flours.
HYDRATION
It promotes greater water absorption, between 60-65%.
YIELD
Thanks to greater water absorption, it guarantees a higher yield.
DIGESTIBILITY
It allows natural leavening and maturation of the dough, resulting in a lighter and more digestible product.
Type 1 and wholemeal, rich in minerals, fiber, and vitamins.
Source of carbohydrates and proteins, ideal for high leavening and better conservation
Essential fatty acids, Vitamin E and group B, minerals
Fibre, group B vitamins, minerals and other micronutrients
Exclusive patented method
Our process is unique and allows us to preserve the vitality and active properties of the wheat germ, thanks to cold extraction and stone milling. Thanks to this, we are able to:
Stabilize the germ without aggressive thermal or chemical treatments
Keep the vitality of the germ intact within the flour
Extend shelf life in a safe and controlled way
"I use your flours because they guarantee exceptional consistency in performance and superior flavour, thanks to the selection of grains and the vital wheat germ. They enable me to produce doughs that are extremely well-balanced, fragrant and easy to digest, with a honeycomb-like structure and a fragrance that customers recognise and appreciate immediately."
"Working in Germany, it is essential for me to offer a product that embodies Italian excellence. With Molino Vigevano, I have found technical consistency, a selection of high-quality grains and the added value of vital wheat germ, which gives the flour structure and a superior flavour profile. It is a flour that allows me to fully express my artisanal vision, with reliability and character."
Where to find it in flours
You can find Vital Wheat Germ in all flours from the Oro di Macina line. A selection designed for professionals seeking the very best for their business and in their laboratories.
