Our Tradizionale 12-Year-Old balsamic vinegar is the real thing — a genuine Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena DOP, made by the Verrini family, artisan producers of aged balsamic vinegar for over fifty years. Matured for twelve years in ancient wooden barrels, it's certified, bottled and individually numbered by the Consorzio (the Consortium of Producers of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena) to guarantee its authenticity, and carries full DOP status (Denominazione d'Origine Protetta) — the protected quality mark awarded to Italy's finest regional foods.

This is a balsamic to use sparingly, by the drop, on the very finest of foods: lobster, venison, oysters, caviar, foie gras, jamón serrano, Parma ham or Parmigiano Reggiano — or simply savoured on its own as an after-dinner liqueur. Being made purely from grape must, it's suitable for vegetarians and vegans, and gluten free.

Presented in a gift box, the Tradizionale makes a perfect gift for foodies and balsamic lovers — a rare, certified traditional balsamic quite unlike anything you'll find in a supermarket.