Our Traditional Style Aged Dark Balsamic Vinegar begins with Trebbiano grape must: pressed grapes with juice, skins, stems, and seeds. The grape must is caramelized and aged up to 18 years in a battery of successively smaller barrels according to the Solera method. The barrels are made of different types of wood; each type of wood imparts a different flavor on the balsamic. The result of this process is a rich, thick, and complex vinegar with a perfectly balanced ratio of sweetness and acidity. Use to marinate any meat to aid in tenderization and add extra flavor. Drizzle over fruit salads, ice cream, or baked goods for a decadent dessert. Excellent as a vinaigrette over salads and as a bread dipper. Extremely versatile.