{"id":5768,"date":"2016-09-09T07:35:34","date_gmt":"2016-09-09T05:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/essig.dev.azedo.at\/en\/product\/traditional-fig-vinegar-01l-kopie\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T14:54:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T12:54:03","slug":"traditional-fig-vinegar-01l-kopie","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/produkt\/traditional-fig-vinegar-01l-kopie\/","title":{"rendered":"Black currant balsamic vinegar 0.1l"},"content":{"rendered":"

12-Year Traditional Red Currant Balsamic \u2013 The Essence of Time<\/h2>\n

Our 12-Year Red Currant Balsamic<\/b> is a masterclass in patience. For a full dozen years, this balsam was allowed to breathe and mature in small wooden casks, thickening to a syrupy consistency. Over time, the vibrant wildness of the red currant (Ribisel<\/i>) has transformed into a noble, profound sweetness. An elixir that brings pure luxury to the plate, drop by drop.<\/p>\n

This red currant balsamic of traditional Austrian quality was reduced from pure black currant juice and matured for 12 years in various wooden casks (oak, ash, chestnut, cherry). Presented in an exclusive small wooden box, this fine balsam is strictly limited due to its rare quantity!<\/p>\n

Flavor Profile:<\/b> Intensely reminiscent of red currant notes, highly fruity with a distinct woody character.<\/p>\n

Usage:<\/b> Use sparingly to refine vegetables, cheese, carpaccio, strawberries, and vanilla ice cream. *Note: Ribisel is the traditional Austrian term for red\/black currants.<\/i><\/p>\n

Product Data & Quality Characteristics:<\/h2>\n
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    Maturation:<\/b> 12 years of controlled aging in various wooden casks (staged maturation).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Raw Material:<\/b> 100% pure currant juice; no artificial concentrates or added industrial sugars.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Consistency:<\/b> Thick, syrupy, and rich in extract\u2014creates beautiful legs on the rim of the glass.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Acidity Structure:<\/b> Mild and perfectly integrated (5% acidity); it does not bite but caresses the palate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Purity Law:<\/b> Free from caramel color, thickening agents, or preservatives. The density is achieved solely through natural evaporation over 12 years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The Sensory Profile:<\/h2>\n
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      Appearance:<\/b> The balsam captivates with a deep, dark garnet red and brownish reflections, testifying to the long years of barrel aging.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Bouquet:<\/b> A complex nose featuring aromas of preserved dark berries, noble woods, vanilla, and a trace of caramel.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Palate:<\/b> A true flavor explosion\u2014the initial berry fruit is succeeded by a deep, malty sweetness that culminates in a nearly endless, velvety finish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Culinary Applications:<\/h2>\n
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        The Cheese Companion:<\/b> A dream paired with aged Parmesan, savory Pecorino, or bold blue cheeses (Roquefort\/Gorgonzola).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Dessert Refinement:<\/b> Perfect drizzled over vanilla ice cream, fresh strawberries, or a dark chocolate mousse.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Meat Finish:<\/b> A few drops over medium-rare duck breast, game dishes, or beef tenderloin provide the ultimate culinary accent.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Salad Luxury:<\/b> Refines bitter leaf salads like arugula or radicchio when combined with roasted walnuts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Pure Enjoyment:<\/b> As a digestif after a fine meal\u2014a small spoonful enjoyed neat acts like a liquid dessert.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Expert Knowledge:<\/h2>\n

        The 12-year aging process triggers polymerization<\/b>, where the tannins from the wood bond with the fruit acids of the currant to form new, highly complex aromatic molecules. Through slow evaporation (the “Angel\u2019s Share”<\/b>), the fruit sugars concentrate naturally, giving the vinegar its viscous texture without ever feeling cloying.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        Traditional balsamic vinegar made from black currant juice\u00a0 over 12 years.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":5771,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[209,220,95],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-5768","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-balsamic-vinegar","7":"product_cat-special-gifts-and-sets","8":"product_cat-vinegar","9":"sales-flash-overlay","10":"woocommerce-text-align-center","11":"woocommerce-image-align-center","12":"do-quantity-buttons","14":"first","15":"instock","16":"taxable","17":"shipping-taxable","18":"purchasable","19":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/5768","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5768"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/5768\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21563,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/5768\/revisions\/21563"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5771"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5768"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=5768"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=5768"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.essig.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=5768"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}