Gourmet Living Balsamic Vinegar of Modena - Aged balsamic vinegar from Italy - IGP Aceto Balsamico with no additives or preservatives - Traditionally aged in a battery of wood casks

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Product description Experience the distinctive flavor and aroma of Gourmet Living's premium grade balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy. Goccia d'Oro : A premium grade IGP-certified balsamic vinegar with an attractive gift box Traditional or "Affinato" Balsamic Aged 12 Years : This DOP-certified balsamic vinegar has been barrel-aged a minimum of 12 years. Traditional or "Extravecchio" Balsamic Aged 25 Years : This DOP-certified balsamic vinegar has been barrel-aged a minimum of 25 years. White Balsamic Vinegar or "Condimento Bianco" CERTIFICATION DISCLAIMER: All balsamic vinegars sold by Gourmet Living have had their labels certified by the Italian Growers Association through their agents. Specifically, Goccia d'Oro was certified by CSQA on September 2, 2015; "Affinato" by Kiwa Cermet Italia S.p.A on February 16, 2015; and "Extravecchio" by Kiwa Cermet Italia on July 16, 2015. Certificates of authentication available upon request. "Condimento" is not subject to regulatory review. Goccia d'Oro Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Wooden Barrels Aging Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Balsamic vinegar is made from pressed Trebbiano and Lambrusco grapes and then reduced by heat in an open vat for 24 to 36 hours. The resultant " mosto cotto" is then aged in wooden barrels. Each year, a certain percentage of the liquid evaporates producing a far more concentrated wine must. Roughly 1/3 of the wine must is transferred each year to a smaller barrel in the battery. Mosto cotto is then mixed with wine vinegar to produce most of the commercially available balsamic vinegar IGP-certified Italian balsamic vinegar with custom gift box This premium grade balsamic vinegar consists solely of grape must or " mosto cotto " and aged red wine vinegar. With a viscosity of 1.33, it pours like syrup and has a dense and complex taste that can only be achieved by the traditional aging of the vinegar in a series of wooden barrels. 250 ml bottle of authentic balsamic vinegar with custom gift box No additives or preservatives IGP certification seal from the Italian Growers Association With a viscosity of 1.33, Gourmet Living's balsamic is far more concentrated than most commercial brands with a far higher concentration of wine vinegar Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Aged 12 Years Battery of Wooden Barrels Aging Balsamic Vinegar Traditional or DOP balsamic vinegar is made exclusively of " mosto cotto" (no added wine vinegar) and is bottled and sealed under the supervision of the Italian consortium in Modena after 12 (“affinato”) or 25 (“extravecchio”) years. Traditional or “DOP” balsamic vinegar is sold exclusively in distinctive Consorcio-mandated 100 ml bottles DOP Balsamic Vinegar Aged 12 Years Tested, DOP-certified and bottled by the Italian Growers Association This traditional balsamic vinegar has been aged in a battery of wooden barrels of a minimum of 12 years. It consists solely of wine must or " mosto cotto ". The vinegar has been tested, certified DOP and bottled by the Italian Growers Association in its distinctive 100 ml bottle. Each bottle is shipped in a distinctive Consortium-mandated box with a pouring spout. 100 ml bottle of 12-Year DOP balsamic vinegar shipping in a distinctive gift box with pouring spout. No additives or preservatives. Consists only of "mosto cotto" aged a minimum of 12 years. DOP certification seal from the Italian Growers Association This DOP vinegar is listed as "affinato" which is the Consorcio designation for balsamic that has been aged a minimum of 12 years. Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Aged 25 Years Facility in Modena, Italy where balsamic vinegar is aged naturally The only way one can determine the quality of balsamic vinegar is to carefully read the label. Distinctive P.D.O. ("DOP") and I.G.P. seals should be on the label of a bottle to ensure the authenticity of the product. With the exception of the more expensive “Traditional” balsamic vinegar which consists of 100% wine must, it is wise to consult the label for any additives (there should be none) and, by all means, buy only from trusted firms. This traditional balsamic vinegar has been aged in a battery of wooden barrels of 25 years. It consists solely of wine must or " mosto cotto ". 100 ml bottle of 25-Year DOP balsamic vinegar shipping in a distinctive gift box with pouring spout. No additives or preservatives. Consists only of "mosto cotto" barrel-aged a minimum of 25 years. This DOP vinegar is listed as "extravecchio" which is the Consorcio designation for balsamic that has been aged a minimum of 25 years. White Balsamic Vinegar or Condimento Bianco Trebbiano Grape Orchard in Modena Grape must is aged briefly in barrels and then mixed with wine vine vinegar to preserve its rich golden color. The grape must is derived from the Trebbiano grape which is harvested from the vineyard of the bottler in Modena, Italy White Balsamic Vinegar Consisting of Grape Must and Aged White Wine Vinegar Authentic balsamic vinegar from Modena, Italy is carefully controlled by the Italian Growers Association and overseen by the Italian Department of Agriculture. Gourmet Living's white balsamic vinegar consists of lightly aged wine must and aged wine wine vinegar. Gourmet Living's " condimento bianco " is a food condiment and provides 250 ml bottle of white balsamic vinegar A slightly sweeter taste that is great with fish or vegetables Pours like syrup with a high viscosity level. Balsamic Vinegar is Versatile Balsamic and Strawberries With its agrodolce flavor, balsamic vinegar can be paired with almost any fruit. Balsamic with Caprese Salad While Caprese salad normally doesn't use balsamic, we think it makes a great addition. Balsamic over Fresh Salad Who needs factory-processed salad dressing when olive oil and balsamic is more than enough? Balsamic and Vegetables We frequently use a splash of balsamic to accentuate the flavors of vegetables and meats. Review: Absolutely Delicious, Syrupy, and Sweet! Best Vinegar at this Pricepoint! - Oh my....simply fabulous!! I am a gourmet cook with a organic garden and can tell you that this vinegar is absolutely amazing. Yes, it's a bit expensive and should be reserved for those special nights where you want to simply drizzle it's lusciousness over a salad or grilled vegetables, along with a bit of EVOO. Really and truly delicious, dark, and very syrupy with a beautiful sweetness! In my opinion, the best vinegar you can buy at this price. The best advice I read about vinegar is to also be sure that grape must is the number one ingredient. If vinegar is ever the first ingredient, you're buying junk! You may buy this product without hesitation. Trust me. Review: Warm and embracing - Superb product!!! Worth the price! Thick, fruity, deep, resonating flavor that enlivens the palate! No bitter or flat after-tones. Full bodied, luscious, and warm from first taste to the last; like a warm lasting embrace from a long lost love, full of promise and encouragement! Truly a worthy indulgence!!!