The Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia DOP with the Gold Seal ages for over 25 years and is considered the most prestigious among the Balsamic Vinegars of Reggio Emilia. It has a rich flavor and a bouquet of aromas to be enjoyed either raw or as a digestif. It is obtained through the fermentation of cooked must from local grapes and aged in wooden barrels. It is evaluated by a panel of tasters and bottled in the Province of Reggio Emilia according to precise rules. It is a gift of great beauty and has a fascinating history dating back to Matilda of Canossa in 1046.