HVE: a trustworthy label for eco-conscious wine choices
The High Environmental Value (HVE) certification is France’s highest-level environmental label (level 3), awarded to farms employing biodiversity-friendly practices, responsible water management, limited pesticide use, and balanced fertilization. It’s based on measurable indicators and recurring audits by independent bodies.
🌱 For consumers, HVE signals a wine produced with ecological integrity, beyond basic regulatory compliance. The HVE logo offers immediate recognition of this commitment, accessible to many growers.
🌱 For the wine itself, HVE reinforces a sustainable stance while allowing reasonable flexibility: it doesn’t ban phytosanitary products but limits their use—positioning it between conventional and more restrictive standards like organic or biodynamic.
🌱 For winemakers, obtaining HVE is a commitment—three-year cycle, technical support, audits—but it brings collective recognition and a market advantage in an increasingly eco-aware consumption landscape.
To be informed : Qu’est-ce que la Haute Valeur Environnementale ? | Ministère de l’Agriculture et de la Souveraineté alimentaire
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