Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP
A rare expression of time, tradition and Modenese craft
Made only from cooked grape must and aged for at least 12 or 25 years, certified DOP balsamic is dense, rounded and deeply aromatic — a rare expression of Modena’s centuries-old tradition, to be enjoyed one drop at a time.




Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena | Extravecchio
Cremig und intensiv, mit einer strukturierten Textur und einem anhaltend holzigen Geschmack.
Gewonnen ausschließlich aus gekochtem Traubenmost ist der traditionelle Balsamico di Modena DOP Extravecchio ein einzigartiges Premium-Produkt. Die bedächtige und besonders lange Reifedauer, nacheinander in antiken Fässern unterschiedlicher Hölzer nach der antiken Methode des ‚Rincalzi e Travasi‘ – behutsames Auf- und Umfüllen – erzeugt die besondere Dichte und Vollmundigkeit dieses Balsamessigs.




Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena | Affinato
Dickflüssig und aromatisch, mit einer angenehm würzigen Note und fruchtigem Nachgeschmack.
Gewonnen ausschließlich aus gekochtem Traubenmost ist der traditionelle Balsamico di Modena DOP Affinato ein einzigartiges Premium-Produkt. Die bedächtige und besonders lange Reifedauer, nacheinander in antiken Fässern unterschiedlicher Hölzer nach der antiken Methode des ‚Rincalzi e Travasi‘ – behutsames Auf- und Umfüllen, erzeugt die besondere Dichte und Vollmundigkeit des Balsamessigs.
Affinato or Extravecchio: which one is right for you?
Two expressions of the same tradition. Discover the one that best matches your taste and occasion.
| Affinato | Extravecchio | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum ageing | 12 years | 25 years |
| Consortium capsule | Ivory / Cherry | Gold |
| Texture | Velvety | Dense and syrupy |
| Aromatic profile | Balanced, fruity | Complex, deep and persistent |
| Ideal for | Ideal for: Those discovering Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP for the first time. | Ideal for: Those looking for its deepest complexity and most evolved expression. |
Can’t choose between Affinato and Extravecchio?
Discover them together in one refined tasting set.



Bundle | Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Affinato & Extravecchio | 2x 100ml
Ein Duo zeitloser Eleganz: zwei ikonische Produkte, die jedes Gericht mit jahrhundertealter Raffinesse veredeln.
Entdecken Sie die Essenz von Modena mit diesem exklusiven Duo traditioneller Balsamessige.
Mit unvergleichlicher Sorgfalt und nach jahrhundertealter Tradition hergestellt, offenbaren Affinato und Extravecchio eine außergewöhnliche Komplexität und Tiefe.
Präsentiert in einer eleganten Holzbox mit rotem Samtfutter, zelebriert dieses Set die kostbare Verbindung von Tradition und außergewöhnlichem Geschmack.
The making of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena:
Harvest of local grapes
The making of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP begins with the careful selection of local grapes, including native varieties such as Trebbiano and Lambrusco, harvested in September.
Soft and Careful Pressing
The grapes are gently pressed according to tradition, producing a sweet juice known as grape must.
Uncovered and Extended Cooking
The grape must is cooked slowly in open vats for several hours, allowing its natural sugars to caramelize and concentrate.
Slow Ageing in Casks of Various Wood Essences
Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP develops through slow fermentation and ageing in a battery of wooden casks. The cooked must, its only ingredient, is transferred over time through barrels of different sizes and wood varieties.
The iconic bottle of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
THE OFFICIAL BOTTLE, 1987
DESIGNED BY GIORGETTO GIUGIARO
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In 1987, the Consortium commissioned renowned Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro to create a unique bottle that would protect and identify the authentic Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP. Best known for his legendary automotive designs, Giugiaro brought the same precision and timeless elegance to this distinctive 100 ml bottle.
Its spherical shape with a rectangular base has become the unmistakable symbol of authenticity: only certified Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP can be bottled in this official vessel after strict quality controls. A small format for a rare, precious condiment, meant to be enjoyed one drop at a time.
- MODENA, 1987 -
"From engines to gastronomy, the essence of Modena in an iconic bottle."
A few pairings ideas
Refined pairings that reveal its depth, balance and aromatic complexity.
Aged
Parmigiano
Reggiano
Fresh
strawberries
Vanilla
ice cream
Creamy
risotto
Medidation
by the
spoon
AN ART HANDED DOWN OVER THE CENTURIES
Seventeen generations, one tradition
Since 1605, the Giusti family has preserved and passed down the art of crafting Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Seventeen generations have refined this tradition through time, patience and expertise — the same values that define every bottle of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP.
