Essenza Reserve Organic Balsamic Condiment

The Essenza Reserve Organic Balsamic Condiment captures the soul of Acetaia San Giacomo’s craftsmanship. Made from 100% local, organic cooked grape must—without a drop of wine vinegar—this extraordinary balsamic is spontaneously fermented and acetified in barrels, then refined for a total of 6–7 years. Full-bodied and intensely aromatic, it reveals rich notes of dried plum, licorice, black cherry, and kola nut, with subtle hints of oxidation and vinous depth. Sweeter than sour, it’s best used raw on risottos, cheeses, red meat, tartare, pumpkin, or even desserts, where its layered flavor can shine.

Acetaia San Giacomo, based in Emilia-Romagna near Parma, is renowned for producing world-class vinegars using traditional methods. Their unwavering dedication to spontaneous fermentation and barrel aging ensures that even their most accessible offerings meet the highest artisanal standards.