Giusti - 4 Gold Medals "Quarto Centenario" - Italian Balsamic Vinegar of Modena with a Box MATURED TO PERFECTION - Our premium balsamic wine vinegar is matured in 400-year-old wooden barrels passed down through generations of the Giusti family. The barrels are crafted from different types of wood for various stages of the process, allowing the vinegar to take on the complex flavors of the casks. Only when the vinegar reaches the highest standard of taste is it bottled and sealed. FLAVOR PROFILE - Notes of roasted coffee with a hint of wood. This gourmet balsamic boasts a deep brown color and a glossy, velvety smooth texture. Its complex profile includes aromatic nuances with acidic undertones. PAIRING - Perfect for meat entrees, crudités, poached or broiled fish, fresh pasta such as ravioli, beef, soft cheeses, fresh fruit, or even ice cream.