Description
You can practically taste the sweet, savoury, and herbaceous flavours of a delightful herb bouquet just by smelling this balsamic. Dried Neapolitan herbs, (basil, oregano, parsley, rosemary, thyme, marjoram, sage, sea salt, black pepper), playfully mingle with our bright, fruity, and complex Traditional 18 Year Style Balsamic base. It boasts the versatility to go from vinaigrettes for simple salads to marinades for meats and vegetables, to homemade chutneys for cheese and salumi plates, to tangy dessert sauces drizzled over poached pears. The essence of sunny Naples runs through and through, making it perfect for countless dishes.
OLIVE OIL PAIRINGS: Any Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Italian Lemon olive oil, Garlic olive oil, Tuscan Herb olive oil, Milanese Gremolata olive oil
IDEAS FOR USE: Serve it with Serrano Ham or other cured meats, Reduce into a glaze and drizzle over lamb, pork tenderloin, or roasted chicken, Combine with any of our citrus infused olive oils to make delicious vinaigrettes for pasta salads, Blend with a spicy olive oil to brush over lamb or vegetable kabobs before grilling, Combine with Rosemary olive oil to make a marinade for perfect grilled chicken, Drizzle over roasted butternut squash on crostini, Drizzle over bruschetta, Use to finish oven roasted tomatoes, eggplant, or zucchini, Drizzle over avocado toast topped with sliced tomatoes, Reduce into a glaze and drizzle over lemon pound cake, Drizzle over fresh strawberries.
Acidity: 4%
Conservation: Cool, dry conditions, away from direct sunlight at temperatures not exceed 80F
Shelf Life: 18 Months (for maximum flavour)
All natural. No artificial flavours. No thickeners. No caramel colour or dyes.
What is balsamic oil or balsamic vinaigrette & why is balsamic vinegar different?
While many use the terms balsamic vinaigrette and balsamic vinegar interchangeably, it's essential to understand the distinction between the two. Balsamic vinegar is a rich, dark, and concentrated liquid made from freshly crushed grape juice, which is aged for several years in wooden barrels. Its signature sweet and tangy flavour is a result of this prolonged aging process. On the other hand, balsamic vinaigrette is not a traditional product and is typically a blend of olive oil infused with balsamic vinegar flavours. This blend offers a milder taste, making it suitable for those who prefer a more subdued balsamic essence in their dishes. Some popular oil & vinegar pairings are listed above.
