The 1892 Barrel Aged Balsamico di Modena Gastrique

This is the condiment and pearls made with authentic Modena balsamic vinegar and barrel-aged for a dozen years using a method perfected in 1892. Crafted in a family-run acetaia near Bologna, the process starts by selecting the perfect blend of heirloom Lambrusco grapes from their own vineyards. The grape “must”—freshly crushed fruit juice that contains the skins, seeds, and stems— and balsamic vinegar is then aged for 12 years in oak barrels that infuse the mixture with its silky texture, deep amber color, intense aroma, and distinctive sweet and sour flavor. It pairs well with everything from meat and fish, charcuterie boards, and pasta to salads and desserts. The balsamic pearls are small spheres of soft consistency (resembling caviar) which enclose the finest balsamic vinegar, preserving its exquisite taste and concentrating its rich flavors. Made without preservatives, thickeners, or colorings. Includes 100 ml. bottle of condiment and 50-gm. jar of pearls. Presented in a gift box. Box 2 3/4" H x 6" W x 6 3/4" D. (1 1/4 lbs.)