Discover our superb range of balsamic vinegars — from traditional aged balsamics to fruity and savoury infusions.
We have everything from mellow and everyday to rich, sweet and intense.
Whether you're after a classic balsamic vinegar for daily use, a rich aged Reserve or Vintage, a certified DOP Tradizionale di Modena,
or an infused balsamic like Pomegranate & Fig, Caramelised Onion, Fig, or Black Cherry, there's one here to suit.
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Premium balsamic vinegars, crafted the traditional way
Our balsamic vinegars are made for us by the Verrini family, artisan producers near Modena in northern Italy, using Trebbiano and Lambrusco grapes grown on their own estate. The grapes are cooked down into a rich, dense must and matured slowly in oak barrels — the traditional method that gives a real balsamic its deep, naturally sweet, well-rounded flavour, quite unlike the sharp, one-note vinegars found on most supermarket shelves.
From there, our range spreads out in every direction. There's our mellow, everyday Classic, the richer, longer-aged Reserve and Vintage, and — at the very top — a certified Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena DOP, individually numbered and matured for 12 years. Alongside these sit our light, delicate white balsamic condimenti and a whole family of fruit and savoury infusions.
How to use balsamic vinegar
Balsamic is one of the most versatile things in the kitchen. Drizzle it over salads, roasted vegetables, meats, fish and cheeses, or mix three parts olive oil to one part balsamic for an instant dressing or a dip with warm, crusty bread. Sweeter and fruit-infused balsamics are wonderful over strawberries, ice cream, yoghurt and desserts, while savoury infusions like Caramelised Onion add depth to stews, gravies and hearty dishes. A well-aged balsamic such as our Vintage or Tradizionale should be used sparingly, by the drop, to finish the very finest food.
Balsamic vinegar and olive oil pairings
Our balsamics are made to be paired with our olive oils. Try our Pomegranate & Fig with a citrus oil over goat's cheese and beetroot, our Vine Tomato with basil oil over fresh mozzarella, or our Black Cherry with orange & mandarin oil over duck. Mixing and matching is half the fun.
Frequently asked questions
Is balsamic vinegar vegan and gluten free?
Yes. Our balsamic vinegars are made purely from grape must, so they are suitable for vegetarians and vegans, and are gluten free.
What's the difference between traditional and infused balsamic?
Traditional balsamics — our Classic, Reserve, Vintage and Tradizionale — are made only from grape must aged in oak, with flavour that comes purely from the grapes and the barrels. Infused balsamics start from that same base, then have natural fruit or savoury flavours added, such as fig, black cherry, caramelised onion or vine tomato, to create something more distinctive.
How should I store balsamic vinegar?
Keep it in a cool, dark cupboard away from direct heat and sunlight, with the cap firmly on. There's no need to refrigerate it — stored this way, balsamic vinegar keeps its flavour for a long time.
What does "condimento" mean?
"Condimento" is the term used for balsamic-style vinegars made outside the strict rules of the protected Modena designation, including our white balsamics and many of our infusions. It simply signals a beautifully made balsamic condiment — the quality is every bit as high.
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