Why is Aceto balsamico di Modena IGP classified as NOVA 2 and what does that indicate about its processing?

The product is made from wine vinegar and cooked grape must without any added preservatives, artificial colors or additives, so it undergoes only minimal processing. NOVA 2 denotes foods that are processed but retain their original nutritional qualities, which aligns with the simple ingredient list of this balsamic vinegar.

How does the high sugar content of this balsamic vinegar affect people with diabetes or those managing blood sugar?

With 27 g of sugars per 100 g, the vinegar can cause a noticeable rise in blood glucose levels, so individuals with diabetes or who are monitoring their sugar intake should use it sparingly and consider low‑sugar alternatives for dressings or marinades.

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

The ingredient list contains only plant‑derived components, wine vinegar and cooked grape must, so it is vegan, halal and gluten‑free. However, its high carbohydrate (29 g) and sugar (27 g) content makes it unsuitable for a strict keto diet.

Carrefour • 1 l

Aceto balsamico di modena igp

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Aceto balsamico di Modena IGP is a 1 L glass‑bottled Italian balsamic vinegar produced in Modena, certified by a qualified control authority with a 6 % acidity. It belongs to the “Fat and sauces” / “Dressings and sauces” groups, carries a NOVA 2 rating indicating minimal processing, and does not receive a Nutri‑Score because vinegars are exempt from the system. Nutritionally it contains no fat, saturated fat or salt, but provides 138 kcal, 29 g carbohydrates and 27 g sugars per 100 g, and it is labelled as containing sulfites, which may affect sensitive individuals.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal138 kcal

Carbohydrates29 g

Sugars27 g

Fiber0 g

Proteins1.1 g

Comparative Analysis

It contains about 27 g of sugar per 100 g, roughly double the category average of 11 g, yet provides virtually no fat, saturated fat or salt and only 138 kcal, which is lower than the typical 183 kcal for similar products.

Ingredients

Vinaigre de vin*, moût de raisin cuit*. __* contient _sulfites_.

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