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Most Expensive Pantry Staple: Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale What: Genuine traditional balsamic vinegar, or balsamico tradizionale, is made from late-harvest white Trebbiano grapes that have been boiled down to form a concentrated must. The must is then placed in a series of cloth-covered barrels, allowing water to evaporate over time until the liquid transforms into a thick, dark, sweet, and complex syrup. The product must be made in either the Modena or Reggio Emilia provinces of Italy in order to bear the name balsamico tradizionale, and each province has its own consortium of experts who approve the balsamic before sealing it in its official 100-milliliter bottle. PHOTO: COURTESY OF EMILIO REGGIO TURISMO |
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Elizabeth Gunnison is a freelance writer based in New York. She currently serves as the online food correspondent for Esquire.com and contributes to such outlets as The Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Times, Esquire, and BonAppetit.com.
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