Lucini Riserva Balsamic Vinegar I.G.P, 8.5 oz

Decided I would try a more expensive balsamic vinegar to see if all were "created equal".I make a side dish regularly for my family....saute' fresh brussel sprouts in garlic and olive oil until soft...then pour balsamic vinegar on them and serve hot or cooled. The last time I made them I used this vinegar -- but did NOT tell family they were eating a more expensive balsamic vinegar. My husband (who is the LEAST picky person I've ever met) said at the dinner table while eating the sprouts - "wow, I really like these sprouts this time. They taste so much better, what did you do different. " I took great pleasure in telling him it was because he was eating them with expensive balsamic vinegar! He usually takes pride in the fact he doesn't care and can't tell the difference between poor quality or good quality things! How sad for him to realize he just gave me the "approval" to buy expensive vinegar! I figure if he can tell the difference -- then it certainly is a great product!

After purchasing much more expensive balsamic vinegars over the years I bought this one on a whim given the good reviews and found I really enjoy the flavor, maybe even more then the pricey ones! I think that is what it all comes down to, personal taste. This has a rich full balsamic flavor that is not overpowering with a nice harmony between the acid and sweetness although it is not as syrupy as some of the way more expensive brands at this price point it is a steal for what it is. Give it a try I am glad I did!

I bought this along with an oil & vinegar pour for a small Valentines Day present for my boyfriend. He is a great cook and likes to whip up a light appetizer to tide us over when dinner is cooking.I was very happy with the purchase. The vinegar has a nice slightly sweet tang, and goes perfect with a good olive oil and french bread. This doesn't have an overly acidic vinegary taste like some cheaper balsamics might. He was wonderfully surprised and I will be adding this to my shopping list again.

This was my first experience with a relatively expensive balsamic vinegars. Before this, I thought I did not like any balsamics because they all were so damn acidic. Prices can go pretty high with these, and this one is relatively inexpensive, but it's bursting with great taste. I tried it on ice cream, on salads and on cooked spinach so far, and it's enhanced the taste of all of the above. You need just a little, so it's going to last a long time.

Although this Basalmic vinegar is good and had a high recommendation from Cooks Illustrated I've had similar quality and taste from a product purchased from Wegmans in Rochester, NY. It is their brand and has "4 leafs" to indicate the quality level. The price is comparable as well.

I had been using a Trader Joe's brand of balsamic vinegar and I have to say there really is a noticeable difference. The consistency and taste of this brand is much better, it's definitely worth the price.

Delicious with olive oil on a mixed green salad. My go to. I used to buy it at the grocery store but wasn't able to find it anymore.

This is a good balsamic. The taste and texture is good for a 1 year aged. I have had 10 year aged that didn't taste as good as this. The texture is a little watery but not bad. I would purchase again.