Why is Aceto Balsamico di Modena classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The vinegar is made from wine vinegar, cooked grape must and caramel colour (E150d); the inclusion of a processed colour and the use of refined ingredients place it in the NOVA 4 category for ultra‑processed foods.

How does the high sugar content in this product affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With 34 g of sugars per 100 ml, the vinegar can cause a rapid increase in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for tight diabetic control, while its low salt (0.05 g per 100 ml) does not pose a major issue for hypertension but the sugar load remains the primary concern.

Is Aceto Balsamico di Modena suitable for a vegan diet?

Yes, all listed ingredients – wine vinegar, cooked grape must, caramel colour and sulfites – are plant‑based, and the product is certified vegan and vegetarian.

Ponti • 250ml

Aceto Balsamico di Modena

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Aceto Balsamico di Modena is a 250 ml bottle of Italian‑style balsamic vinegar produced by Ponti and belongs to the "Fat and sauces" and "Dressings and sauces" groups. It carries a Nova 4 rating, indicating an ultra‑processed product, and its Nutri‑Score is not applicable for vinegars; the composition is low in fat and salt but contains a very high sugar level (34 g per 100 ml) and includes the additive caramel colour (E150d) plus sulfites. The product earns an Eco‑Score of A‑plus, reflecting a low environmental impact, yet consumers should be aware of the high sugar content and the presence of the additive and allergen.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal156 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates34 g

Sugars34 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar condiments, this balsamic vinegar has a sugar content more than three times higher (34 g vs 10.95 g per 100 g) while its fat and salt levels are markedly lower than the category averages.

Ingredients

vinaigre de vin, moût de raisin cuit, colorant: caramel E 150d, Contient sulfites.

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Ponti

500ml