{"id":167118,"date":"2026-08-07T00:01:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-06T21:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/?post_type=product&#038;p=167118"},"modified":"2026-08-07T00:01:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T21:01:00","slug":"shop-giusti-classic-glaze-with-balsamic-vinegar-of-modena-250ml","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/product\/shop-giusti-classic-glaze-with-balsamic-vinegar-of-modena-250ml\/","title":{"rendered":"Shop Giusti Classic Glaze with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena 250ml"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Giusti Classic Balsamic Glaze<\/h2>\n<p>A thick, creamy balsamic glaze with the sweet-and-sour balance you\u2019d expect from a classic reduction. Made as a condiment rather than a pouring vinegar, it\u2019s designed to finish dishes with a smooth, glossy layer of flavour.<\/p>\n<h3>Product notes<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Style:<\/strong> Balsamic vinegar glaze \/ crema<\/li>\n<li><strong>Texture:<\/strong> Thick and creamy<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flavour profile:<\/strong> Balanced sweetness and acidity<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ingredients mentioned:<\/strong> Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, corn starch, cooked grape must<\/li>\n<li><strong>Producer:<\/strong> Giusti, making balsamic vinegar since 1605<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Tasting notes<\/h3>\n<p>The flavour is described as moderate in acidity with a clear sweetness from cooked must. The aroma and taste bring to mind plum jam, red fruit, honey and vanilla. It works well when you want something richer and more rounded than standard vinegar.<\/p>\n<h3>How to use<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Drizzle over cheese and antipasti<\/li>\n<li>Use with fresh pasta or savoury dishes<\/li>\n<li>Try with meat for a sweet-sour finish<\/li>\n<li>Works with fruit and dessert-style combinations<\/li>\n<li>Good as a final touch for contrast and presentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>About the producer<\/h3>\n<p>Giusti is the oldest balsamic vinegar maker in Italy, with a family history dating back to 1605. The brand combines traditional methods with a modern approach, ageing its balsamic in centuries-old barrels made from fine woods.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>Is this a vinegar or a glaze?<\/h3>\n<p>This is a balsamic glaze, so it\u2019s thicker and creamier than regular balsamic vinegar.<\/p>\n<h3>What foods does it suit best?<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s commonly used with cheese, pasta, meat, fruit and desserts, especially where a sweet-sour contrast is wanted.<\/p>\n<h3>Does it have a strong sharp acidity?<\/h3>\n<p>No, the description suggests a more balanced profile, with moderate acidity and a noticeable sweetness.<\/p>\n<h3>What kind of flavour should I expect?<\/h3>\n<p>Think cooked grape must, balsamic depth, and notes that recall plum jam, red fruit, honey and vanilla.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>A useful all-round balsamic glaze for finishing dishes when a thicker, sweeter and more rounded balsamic flavour is wanted. Best kept for the last touch rather than cooking through.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CLASSIC GLAZES &#8211; Thick and creamy condiments with an intense classic flavor and the unmistakable sweet and sour balanced taste. Ideal final topping on a wide range of pairings, from cheese, to fresh pasta, fruit, meat, and sweet combinations.<br \/>\nSERVING SUGGESTIONS &#8211; Use our balsamic reduction glaze to complete and create great flavor contrasts in any dish, from entrees to desserts.<br \/>\nTASTING NOTES &#8211; This glazed balsamic vinegar crema is a versatile condiment with a balance between the moderate acidity and the unmistakable sweetness of the cooked must. The aroma and flavor recalls plum jam, red fruit, honey, and vanilla.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":167119,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_glsr_average":0,"_glsr_ranking":0,"_glsr_reviews":0},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[33940,33946,33945],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-167118","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-balsamic","7":"product_cat-made-in-italy","8":"product_cat-oil-vinegar-and-spices-made-in-italy","9":"pa_binding-misc","10":"pa_brand-giusti","11":"pa_manufacturer-giusti","13":"first","14":"instock","15":"shipping-taxable","16":"product-type-external"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/167118","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=167118"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/167119"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=167118"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=167118"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=167118"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/englishwinecentre.co.uk\/englishwine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=167118"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}