Our Extra Vecchio 25-Year-Old balsamic vinegar is the crown of our collection — a genuine Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena, made by the Verrini family, artisan producers of sublime aged balsamic for over fifty years. Aged for twenty-five years, it's certified, bottled and individually numbered by the Consorzio (the Consortium of Producers of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena) to guarantee its authenticity.

Its extraordinary depth comes from the batteria: the vinegar is passed from barrel to barrel, year after year, through a succession of different ancient woods — juniper, oak, cherry and more — each lending its own character over a quarter-century of maturing. The result is a complexity that words struggle to do justice.

Use it 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 Extra Vecchio makes an unforgettable 25th birthday or silver wedding anniversary gift, a treat for any foodie, or a rare indulgence for yourself.