Why should we back?
Intro
Welcome to KickstartNew! Today I’m Jason, and I’m introducing an intriguing project on Kickstarter called Preservio — a smart, gas-free wine preservation system that claims to keep opened wine fresh for weeks by using precision pressure technology. The campaign suggests it can extend freshness to five times longer than usual.In this blog we’ll explore why you might back it, what to watch out for, how reliable the team seems, and whether it’s worth your pledge.
Why should I back this project?
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Longer wine freshness – The Preservio system is designed to keep opened wine bottles fresh for weeks (instead of hours/days) by applying smart pressure rather than simply using inert gas.
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Gas-free and reusable – Unlike many preservation tools that rely on expelling oxygen or adding gas, this system uses pressure control, which might be more environmentally friendly and cost-effective long-term.
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Appealing to wine lovers and casual users – Whether you open a bottle and drink over a few days, or host infrequently and worry about waste, this could reduce spoilage and encourage you to buy better bottles without rushing.
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Early positive momentum – The campaign has already surpassed its funding goal significantly, which suggests an early interest and backing community.
What are the potential drawbacks you should consider when you back it?
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Unproven at large scale – Although the concept looks promising, wide consumer use and long-term durability are still to be proven. If you’re among early backers you accept some risk.
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Cost vs benefit trade-off – If you rarely open wine bottles or consume them quickly, the advantage of weeks-long preservation may not justify the cost of device plus possible future consumables.
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Compatibility and usage limitations – The system might only fit certain bottle necks or require special handling; if your wine habits vary, you’ll need to check fit, maintenance, and whether it works with all bottle types.
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Delivery and timeline risk – As with many crowdfunding projects, production, shipping, and fulfillment can be delayed. Make sure you’re comfortable with the inherent risk in backing pre-product.
The reliability of the project
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Clear stated technology – The Preservio team emphasizes “smart pressure-control” and claims usage by wine educators and sommeliers. That suggests some domain-specific credibility.
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Funding success and transparency – The campaign has exceeded its goal by a wide margin (over 400% of goal at one point) which shows strong backing.
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Campaign details and team information – The Kickstarter page gives a fairly full description of how the system works and features, though you’ll still want to check for manufacturing partners, materials, shipping plans, and warranty/policy details.
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Still early stage manufacturing risk – Despite the promising signs, until you see delivered units and user reviews you’ll face typical crowdfunding uncertainties (quality control, shipping, support).
Conclusion
If you’re a wine enthusiast who often opens bottles and doesn’t finish them in one go, or you dislike the idea of wasting part of a pricey bottle, backing Preservio could offer real value: better preservation, less waste, and a smart, gas-free approach. On the flip side, if your wine habits are minimal, you finish bottles quickly, or you’re risk-averse about crowdfunding timelines, you may want to wait for reviews or market release before committing. Overall, the project shows promising signs of reliability and momentum—but like all crowdfunded ventures, it carries inherent risk. If you’re comfortable with that and believe you’ll benefit from extended freshness, backing it might be a smart move.
