Why is Modena Balsamic Vinegar classified as a minimally processed food (NOVA 2) and what additives does it contain?

It is classified as NOVA‑2 because it is produced by fermenting grape must and aging the resulting vinegar, a simple physical‑chemical process that does not require industrial additives; traditional recipes may add only a small amount of caramel colour, which is permitted under EU regulations.

How does the high sugar content in this balsamic vinegar affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 19.1 g of sugars per 100 ml can raise blood glucose levels, so people with diabetes should use the vinegar in very small portions and monitor their carbohydrate intake, while its low salt (0.17 g) means it does not significantly impact blood pressure for hypertensive individuals.

Is this balsamic vinegar suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or keto diets?

The product contains only plant‑derived ingredients and no gluten, making it fully vegan and gluten‑free, but its high natural sugar content renders it unsuitable for strict keto diets that limit carbohydrate intake.

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Vinaigre balsamique de Modène

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Modena Balsamic Vinegar, bearing the IGP label and sold by Cora in a 500 ml bottle, is a traditional Italian condiment derived from aged grape must. It belongs to the PNNS groups "Fat and sauces" and "Dressings and sauces", carries a NOVA‑2 classification, and because vinegars are excluded from the Nutri‑Score system it has no Nutri‑Score rating. Nutritionally, the vinegar is very low in fat (0.6 g) and salt (0.17 g) per 100 ml but unusually high in sugars (19.1 g) and provides 125 kcal, so it should be used sparingly to avoid excess calories and sugar.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal125 kcal

Fat0.6 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates25.8 g

Sugars19.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment (10.95 g sugars, 12.01 g fat, 5.02 g salt and 183 kcal per 100 g), this balsamic vinegar contains about 70 % more sugars, far less fat and salt, and delivers roughly 30 % fewer calories.

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