Balsamic vinegar

Balsamic vinegar is made from grapes. The name is derived from a Hebrew word meaning "spicy." The condiment is very strong, so it is applied to food usually in a small amount. It can be used to dress fresh fruit, salads, and meat dishes.

Balsamic Vinegar Media

• 

  The two Italian traditional balsamic vinegars from Reggio Emilia (left) and Modena (right) with protected designation of origin status (PDO), in their legally approved shaped bottles

• 

  Aged balsamic vinegar of Modena PGI (three years)

• 

  Balsamic oils in the Roma market at Mexico City.

• 

  Barrels of balsamic vinegar aging

• 

  A Greek balsamic vinegar made at Agia Triada Monastery from aged must

• 

  Another Greek vinegar sold in the Czech Republic

• 

  Balsamic vinegar, from Turkey, a prize -winner.