Non-wood biomass briquettes are beginning to attract serious attention across Europe. After two years of validating performance in Ireland’s regulated fuel market, Vino Logs is now preparing to introduce grape-seed biomass to a wider European audience — starting with our presence at Progetto Fuoco.
For us, this is not about novelty. It is about demonstrating that non-wood biomass briquettes can perform, comply, and scale.
Here are five reasons we believe they are ready for the next phase.
1. Proven Performance That Matches Hardwood
Performance comes first in any serious biomass conversation.
Our non-wood biomass briquettes deliver 21.0 MJ/kg (dry basis), with 2.4% ash and low sulphur and chlorine levels. Tested in accordance with ISO 17225-7, they sit at the upper end of hardwood briquette performance.
This is important.
Non-wood biomass briquettes must stand on technical merit. In Ireland, they have.
2. Validated in a Regulated EU Market
Before even considering mainland Europe, we chose Ireland as our proving ground.
Ireland operates one of the most tightly regulated domestic fuel markets in Europe. Over the past two years, we secured ISO parameter testing, WFQA certification, and full compliance with Irish Solid Fuel Regulations 2022.
More importantly, we validated the product in real homes.
That foundation gives us confidence as we step onto the European stage.
3. Diversifying Biomass Beyond Forestry
Wood will continue to play a vital role in renewable heating. But long-term resilience means expanding the feedstock base.
Non-wood biomass briquettes represent that expansion.
Vino Logs are made from 100% grape seed — a by-product of the wine industry. No trees are cut. No additional land is required. Instead, an existing agricultural stream is converted into high-performance energy.
Diversification strengthens the entire biomass sector.
4. A Clear Commercial Opportunity for Distributors
Retailers and distributors are increasingly seeking ways to differentiate their biomass offering.
Non-wood biomass briquettes provide:
- A premium circular alternative within the fuel aisle
- A sustainability narrative backed by performance
- Dual use for heating and outdoor cooking
- A complementary addition to traditional wood ranges
This is not about replacing wood.
It is about giving buyers another credible option within a growing category.
5. Structured Supply, Ready for the Next Phase
Commercial viability depends on supply structure as much as performance.
Our production is built on established wine industry by-product streams, with company headquarters and distribution hub in Ireland. Current capacity supports up to four 40ft containers per month, scalable with forecast commitments.
Progetto Fuoco marks the beginning of our mainland European expansion. We are attending to meet distribution partners interested in evaluating non-wood biomass briquettes in their own markets — whether through sample trials or container-scale collaboration.
A Natural Evolution
Non-wood biomass briquettes are not a niche experiment.
They represent a practical evolution within renewable heating — combining circular sourcing, regulatory compliance, and competitive energy output.
Progetto Fuoco is our first step in introducing grape-seed biomass to the wider European market.
If you are attending and exploring ways to expand your biomass range, we would welcome the conversation.