Crafted in Modena, Italy by Aceto Varvello and inspired by rare lots of 18 Year Balsamico Tradizionale di Reggio Emilia, our Traditional Style condimento has everything you would expect in a world-class balsamic: the perfect balance and structure of sweet and sour, notes of prune and caramel with a creamy texture that extends into a long finish. Made with an exceptionally high percentage of Italian Lambrusco, Sangiovese and Trebbiano grapes that are slowly cooked to create the highest quality grape must base. The must is then combined with barrel aged Sangiovese wine vinegar to start the acetification process. The end result is the most premium example of an extremely high quality balsamic condimento that pairs well with almost every olive oil in our store. A staff and customer favorite and our bestselling product. >> Bestseller Olive Oil Pairings: All Super Premium EVOO, Family Reserve, All Infused EVOO Complements: Vinaigrettes, Marinades, Reductions, Pasta, Grains, Vegetables, Leafy / Winter Greens, Tomato and Onion - based Soups, Sauces, Cheese and Sweet Treats Suggestions: ● Combine with a spicy olive oil for grilling ● Drizzle over steamed or roasted vegetables ● Drizzle on mozzarella, ricotta or Caprese salad ● Drizzle over fruit, ice cream or Greek yogurt ● Combine with any Seasons EVOO for bread dipping ● Combine with any Seasons olive oil for a delicious vinaigrette ● Add a few tablespoons to your favorite homemade strawberry jam ● Drizzle over grilled salmon ● Finish tomato-based soups or sauces
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This beautiful, fruit fused vinegar has everything you would expect from ripe Italian figs blended with our Traditional 18 Year Style base: sweet, sour and jammy notes of red fruit, ripe Italian fig and a hint of plum. This vinegar blends delicate acidity with Italian fig purée achieving the perfect nose and texture meant to complement any salad, cheese plate, relish or marinade. This classic Mediterranean ingredient shines and exudes unmistakable sweet and fruity flavor. Pair this balsamic with Blood Orange olive oil for a flavorful salad dressing or Garlic olive oil for a sweet and savory pork or steak marinade. >> Bestseller Olive Oil Pairings: Blood Orange, Garlic, Roasted Walnut, Tuscan Herb, Basil, Rosemary, Italian Lemon, Medium Intensity Super Premium EVOO Complements: Vinaigrettes, Marinades for Pork, Poultry and Beef, Leafy Greens, Cruciferous Vegetables, Caramelized Onions, Cheese, Compotes, Jams, Pastry, Fresh Fruit and Ice Cream Suggestions: ● Brush on cantaloupe or honeydew melon wedges, then top with chopped prosciutto and freshly grated cheese ● Combine with Chipotle olive oil, then brush on beef, lamb, poultry or seafood prior to roasting or grilling ● Combine with Blood Orange olive oil and drizzle over cooked wild rice, roasted butternut squash and diced apples for a wonderful harvest bowl ● Combine with any Seasons Medium Intensity Super Premium EVOO, then drizzle on a spinach salad with marcona almonds and grapefruit slices ● Finish roasted Brussel sprouts with a Fig balsamic drizzle ● Drizzle over goat cheese and serve with crackers