# La Secchia C16 Four-Star Modena Balsamic Vinegar, 250 ml

La Secchia C16 is a four-star Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP aged in 16 juniper barrels. The listing describes a medium-high-density vinegar with a sweet-and-sour profile, intended for raw use with rich meats and piquant cheeses.

- [Original product page](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/product/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)
- [View offer](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)
- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: LA SECCHIA
- Model: C16
- Category: Grocery & Household > Food > Pantry & Ingredients
- Price: 25.49 GBP
- Previous price: 29.99 GBP
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-14T10:06:00.222Z
- Rating: 4.6 / 5
- Reviews: 176

Prices and deal status are the latest recorded data, not a guarantee of availability. Confirm the price and availability with the store.

## At a glance

- Aged in 16 juniper barrels, stated to range from 60 to 20 litres.
- The listing describes medium-high density and a sweet-and-sour balance with bold, spicy and aromatic notes.
- Recommended for game, roasts, fatty or grilled meats, and spicy cheeses. The listing says to use it raw.
- The product is described as containing no added sulfites, while natural sulfites may form during fermentation.

## Pros

- The 250 ml bottle offers a focused option for using balsamic as a finishing condiment rather than a general cooking vinegar.
- The stated pairing suggestions suit rich meats and assertive cheeses.
- The listing says it is made without caramel or added thickening additives.

## Cons

- The listed use is raw only, which limits its stated suitability for recipes requiring cooked balsamic.
- Customer feedback reports mixed opinions about thickness, with some finding it too thin for their preference.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: La Secchia
### Product details
- Listed volume: 250 ml
- Model: C16
- Origin: Italy
- Ageing: Aged in 16 juniper barrels, with a maximum acidity of 6%
### Ingredients and claims
- Base ingredients: cooked grape must from Lambrusco, Trebbiano Montanaro, Trebbiano di Spagna grapes, and wine vinegar
- Additives not used, according to listing: without: caramel, colorants, gum arabic, artificial flavoring substances, or added sulfites
- Listed acidity: Maximum acidity 6%.
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions listed: 10 x 10 x 10 cm; 0.25 g

## Before you buy

- The listing gives the dimensions and weight together as “10 x 10 x 10 cm; 0.25 g”, which appears unusual for a bottle. Treat that entry as listed rather than a confirmed bottle weight. It also says both “without added sulfites” and that natural sulfites form during fermentation. The listed maximum acidity is 6%. The product may show sediment due to ageing in small wooden barrels.

## A good fit for

- Shoppers wanting a Modena IGP balsamic described as medium-high density and aged in juniper barrels.
- Serving raw with game, roasts, grilled or fatty meats, and spicy or piquant cheeses.
- A small food gift, as the listing claims an elegant presentation box.

## Less suited to

- Anyone seeking a balsamic specifically for cooking, since the listing recommends raw use only.
- Buyers who require a confirmed thick or syrup-like texture, given mixed customer feedback on thickness.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback highlights perceived good quality and a naturally sweet taste, including a reported lack of vinegary aftertaste. Opinions are mixed on thickness and whether the product is worth its price. For buyers choosing it as a finishing condiment, those texture differences may matter because the listing describes medium-high density but does not provide a measured viscosity. The aggregate ratings lean strongly towards five-star ratings, though they do not explain individual reasons.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the vinegar as good quality and naturally sweet.
- Positive themes: One customer reportedly noted no vinegary aftertaste.
- Mixed feedback: Customer feedback is mixed on thickness, with several finding it too thin.
- Mixed feedback: Customers disagree on whether it is worth the price.

## Frequently asked questions

### How is this balsamic aged?
The listing says it is aged in 16 juniper barrels, ranging from 60 to 20 litres.
### What foods does the listing recommend it for?
It suggests game, roasts, fatty or grilled meats, smoked flavours, and spicy or piquant cheeses. It says to use the vinegar raw.
### Does it contain sulfites?
The listing says no sulfites are added, but also states that natural sulfites form during normal fermentation.
### Is it thick?
The listing describes medium-high density, but customer feedback on thickness is mixed, with some finding it too thin.

## Alternative options

- [La Secchia - Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP "Three Stars", Aged in Twelve Small Cherrywood Barrels, Medium Density, 250 ml Bottle with Cork Dosing Cap, Italian Balsamico Modena](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)
- [La Rustichella - Black Truffle Patè 500gr - 100% Made in Italy \| Vegan, Gluten-Free, Cholesterol-Free](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)
- [Rummo Paccheri No.111 Premium Italian Pasta, 500 g \| Authentic Italian Flavour, Perfect Texture, Nutritious Durum Wheat, Versatile for Various Recipes, Easy to Cook](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)
- [Epicure Anchovy Fillets in Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 50 g \(12-Pack\) \| Rich Umami Flavour, Healthy Omega-3, Ideal for Salads & Pasta, Individually Sealed Tins for Freshness](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)
- [Zaatar Spice Mix 100g - Superior Hand Blended Premium Mix by Spice Masters - Authentic Made Simple](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)
- [Ortiz White Tuna in Olive Oil 112 gr. \(Pack of 5\)](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)

## Add-ons

- [November Polyphenols Olive Oil Extra Virgin - Organic High Phenolic EVOO – Early Harvest – Lab Certified +1200mg/kg High Polyphenol – Cold Pressed Extra Virgin – Greek – 500ml Bottle](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)
- [Venta del Barón Extra Virgin Olive Oil Award-Winning 500 ml Bottle \| 500 ml bottle - High polyphenol - Cold pressed - Spanish origin - Picuda - Córdoba olives - Family owned](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/la-secchia-c16-four-star-modena-balsamic-vinegar)

## Images

![La Secchia C16 Four-Star Modena Balsamic Vinegar, 250 ml — 1](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/i1xZrjcTiuuyDCtD-zmbF3vslin8prWe87dDc859vC2ZeBmaUJIrbTbUyaPSMotouAB8Q7UAnpkyxL0tFnOmnF9uTkfr35oeQl1GQV9-D3tA_WKW5lXYIaK4.jpg)

![La Secchia C16 Four-Star Modena Balsamic Vinegar, 250 ml — 2](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/Ouf2eSa5JSmCYyKSrd9aO3Nz_4KDZ_8KfCiBIZPtc9S7MCTMH-Wcxs_V5dNof9HNpHyqTtowQl0_WTZKfFmd8NlqFIUH17B1qFmYjoDr-PmY3qdx8bd7Fc46.jpg)

![La Secchia C16 Four-Star Modena Balsamic Vinegar, 250 ml — 3](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/HAtFaUnQ8Sea-1GQFbPB5peAp6Jr54qRVXbF2Vy73j7N39ivzM529qvHbrQAEwxmC94LPdZSrpbIBMgDvjCcus-abcHL7XGhIJsxzyeqR4--A1Jy5QMzTruv.jpg)

![La Secchia C16 Four-Star Modena Balsamic Vinegar, 250 ml — 4](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/4wFV37Fih21k_zZXydTLOL9ZzDSyPrdHzf9A7i2c-PjJvgS8u5wdStRKFCjdHmSlpEIgi_dBINPw9EH6TJm9KiYCgoNeT7qDbnT3WdvQx0k7tpXcp6zD6pwa.jpg)

![La Secchia C16 Four-Star Modena Balsamic Vinegar, 250 ml — 5](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/TLPUODqZof1sIf0bRc-WJawG_iP0K29Vxu_lTL-vFy9YMqyLI2x4GNVJcMCYMgRphQKGGu7FVMsmc11f6DeaprSOZAlXgyXIfldN9Wj0tlKjfY2V31bQFSea.jpg)