Wine distinctions
The Terra Vitis label is an association that brings together more than 1800 vineyards, cooperative cellars, and wine houses. The certification guarantees that the wines are produced with respect for the environment, biodiversity, and working conditions. It promotes sustainable and responsible agriculture.
In the specifications of this certification, it is allowed to use chemical treatments if the harvest is in danger. The winemaker must record each practice in a log that they must be able to justify. (Official Website)
In the specifications of this certification, it is allowed to use chemical treatments if the harvest is in danger. The winemaker must record each practice in a log that they must be able to justify. (Official Website)
HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) is a certification that attests to good environmental practices in viticulture. It focuses on preserving biodiversity and reducing the use of chemicals.
This label does not guarantee an absence of pesticides, herbicides, or chemicals but rather their moderate use. To obtain this certification, the winemaker must also preserve the biodiversity of their land (the area of agroecological infrastructure, such as hedges, must be more than 10% of the agricultural area). There must also be good water resource management. (Official Website)
This label does not guarantee an absence of pesticides, herbicides, or chemicals but rather their moderate use. To obtain this certification, the winemaker must also preserve the biodiversity of their land (the area of agroecological infrastructure, such as hedges, must be more than 10% of the agricultural area). There must also be good water resource management. (Official Website)
The AB (Agriculture Biologique) label is an organic certification that guarantees that the wine is produced in accordance with strict organic farming standards, excluding the use of pesticides and GMOs.
This label certifies that no synthetic chemicals were used in the cultivation of grapes and the winemaking process, although some inputs are still allowed (such as added sulfites, for example).
The European Organic label is the equivalent of the AB label and is recognized throughout the European Union. (Official Website)
This label certifies that no synthetic chemicals were used in the cultivation of grapes and the winemaking process, although some inputs are still allowed (such as added sulfites, for example).
The European Organic label is the equivalent of the AB label and is recognized throughout the European Union. (Official Website)
Nature & Progrès is a demanding certification that certifies that wine is produced in harmony with nature, using organic methods and avoiding chemical inputs. There are many differences between the less strict AB label and this label, including the authorization and tolerance of up to 0.9% GMOs in the AB label.
The entire farm must also be organic to obtain the Nature & Progrès label, and the allowed doses of added sulfites are much stricter than in the AB label (70 mg/l). (Official Website)
The entire farm must also be organic to obtain the Nature & Progrès label, and the allowed doses of added sulfites are much stricter than in the AB label (70 mg/l). (Official Website)
Bio Cohérence is a demanding organic certification that guarantees that wine is produced according to strict organic standards, emphasizing local sourcing and sustainability. It is a private label created by producers who believe that the AB label is not strict enough.
Its main principles are based on organic farming, environmental preservation (high biodiversity, natural resource conservation, etc.), and fair trade (small-sized businesses, fair pricing to generate decent income, etc.).
Just like Nature & Progrès, the label requires 100% organic farms and the banishment of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and GMOs. (Official Website)
Its main principles are based on organic farming, environmental preservation (high biodiversity, natural resource conservation, etc.), and fair trade (small-sized businesses, fair pricing to generate decent income, etc.).
Just like Nature & Progrès, the label requires 100% organic farms and the banishment of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and GMOs. (Official Website)
Demeter is a biodynamic certification that goes beyond organic farming by incorporating spiritual and cosmic practices. It emphasizes respect for nature and planetary rhythms.
The wine must be certified organic and must also adhere to the Demeter specifications for viticulture. This includes the exclusive use of biodynamic preparations to fertilize the soil, strengthen the vines, and protect them from diseases.
Copper and sulfur are often replaced by nettle slurry or infusions of horsetail and elicitors. The number of allowed added sulfites (and other oenological inputs) is also limited. (Official Website)
The wine must be certified organic and must also adhere to the Demeter specifications for viticulture. This includes the exclusive use of biodynamic preparations to fertilize the soil, strengthen the vines, and protect them from diseases.
Copper and sulfur are often replaced by nettle slurry or infusions of horsetail and elicitors. The number of allowed added sulfites (and other oenological inputs) is also limited. (Official Website)
Biodyvin is an association of winemakers who practice biodynamic viticulture. It encourages farming methods in harmony with nature and lunar rhythms.
This label, like Demeter, certifies that the vine is grown organically and that biodynamic preparations are used to fertilize the soil and protect the vines. (Official Website)
This label, like Demeter, certifies that the vine is grown organically and that biodynamic preparations are used to fertilize the soil and protect the vines. (Official Website)
AVN certifies natural wines produced with minimal chemical interventions. They are as close to the grape and the terroir as possible, expressing the natural character of the wine.
This association, founded in 200, mainly certifies that an AVN wine is:
This association, founded in 200, mainly certifies that an AVN wine is:
- A wine whose grapes come from organic or biodynamic agriculture,
- A wine that is vinified and bottled without any additives or additives.
S.A.I.N.S. (Without Any Additive or Added Sulfite): this label means that the wine is produced without the addition of chemicals, including sulfites. It emphasizes the human dimension of its members: "a winemaker from the Association of S.A.I.N.S. Wines has a spirit of mutual aid, participation, friendship, and conviviality." (Official Website)
Vin Méthode Nature is produced with as few interventions as possible, allowing fermentation to proceed naturally. The label's charter allows a restricted dose of added sulfites (up to 40 mg/l of total SO2 for white and rosé wines, and 30 mg/l for red wines). (Official Website)
This label guarantees that the wine is produced by an independent winemaker, adhering to production size and autonomy criteria in the winemaking process. For example:
- The winemaker cultivates their vineyard respecting the terroir.
- They make their own wine in their cellar.
- They sell their wine, sharing their passion.
Wines labeled "Vegan" are produced without the use of animal-derived ingredients and are suitable for people following a vegan diet. (Official Website)
These certifications provide valuable information to consumers about how wine is produced, emphasizing practices that are environmentally friendly, healthy, and ethical.
These certifications provide valuable information to consumers about how wine is produced, emphasizing practices that are environmentally friendly, healthy, and ethical.