Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI is made according to traditional methods using vinegar aged for at least 10 years, a minimum of 10% vinegar obtained from the acetification of pure wine and partially fermented, cooked or concentrated grape must from select grape varieties (Lambrusco, Sangiovese, Trebbiano, Albana, Ancellotta, Fortana and Montuni grapes) Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI can only be produced in the provinces of Modena and Reggio Emilia. The climate and environment of these areas are particularly suited to the maturation and aging of the finest balsamic vinegars. Our balsamic vinegar has all the characteristics associated with this classic Italian condiment: a viscous, deep dark-brown colour casting warm light, a density of 1.33 well above the minimum of 1.