Balsamic Vinegars Home Return to       Imported Specialty Foods Balsamic Vinegar originated in the city of Modena, Italy and is obtained through a long, slow process of transformation starting from the concentrated grape must. It is mainly used to flavour fresh salads and boiled vegetables, together with olive oil, a combination which creates pleasant and appetizing tastes. The most expensive Balsamic Vinegar is usually the one which has undergone the longest ageing process according to the trational method. At La Bottega you will find both the "Extra Vecchio" aged at least 25 years and the "Vecchio" aged 12 years, both with Protection Concortia emblem guaranteeing authenticity. We carry approximately 100 brands of Balsamic Vinegar starting at $1.99 to $249.99 a bottle. Some of the more popular brands include Fini, Bellei, DeNegris, Elsa and Nicastro to name a few.