Who are we

ENTAV by IFV & INRAE, committed to supporting nurseries and winegrowers.

Our mission

Today, ENTAV by IFV & INRAE reaffirms its commitment to supporting vine nurseries and winegrowers.

Our mission is clear: to offer selections that meet today’s needs across the sector, while incorporating the latest scientific advances and promoting viticultural diversity.

ENTAV by IFV & INRAE is the partner of choice for helping viticulture meet today’s challenges: agroecology, climate change, product diversification and evolving consumer expectations.

It is a true mark of quality, ensuring the traceability, performance and health compliance of varieties and clones distributed in France and abroad.

ENTAV by IFV & INRAE works closely with a network of licensed vine nursery - carefully selected, committed professionals - who help ensure the rigorous propagation of this exceptional plant heritage.

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Production of vine plants

The ENTAV brand offers vine plants that meet the industry’s technical, agronomic and health requirements.

With an annual production capacity of 500,000 plants, ENTAV offers more than 1,000 combinations of clones and rootstocks. ENTAV by IFV & INRAE is built on:

· A selection of over 1,300 approved clones from the ENTAV collection

· More than 400 varieties

· A wide range of rootstocks suited to local soil and climate conditions

· A selection based on grafting method, fruit size and visual quality

This scheme enables vine nurseries to meet specific requirements, while guaranteeing genetic authenticity, agronomic performance and regulatory compliance.

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The brand’s evolution

1995–2000: Foundations
1995
Launch of the ENTAV-INRA® brand, supported by the IFV and INRAE to guarantee the quality and traceability of vine planting material.
1999
ENTAV International was founded to support the development and promotion of the brand in France and abroad.
2001–2007 :
International development
2001
Launch of the brand in the United States
2002
Expansion into the European Union, India, Turkey and Eastern European countries
2003
Expansion into Latin America (Chile, Argentina) and Oceania (New Zealand, Australia)
2006
Establishment in South Africa
2009 :
Back to basics
2009
Launch of the brand in France.
2016–2023 :
Consolidation and new territories
2016
Establishment in Canada
2020
Establishment in Arménie
2022
Establishment in Géorgie
2023
Establishment in Japon
2024–2025 :
Transition & the future
2024
Rebranding: ENTAV-INRA becomes ENTAV by IFV & INRAE
2025
The brand celebrates its 30th anniversary

Our values

Quality and Excellence
Since its inception, ENTAV by IFV & INRAE has stood out for its commitment to vine varieties of the highest quality, delivering optimal agronomic performance for winegrowers.
Vision
Innovation has always been central to the brand’s strategy. Its close partnership with INRAE drives cutting-edge research to select and develop varieties adapted to climate change and resistant to major fungal diseases.
Origin and authenticity
Our selections and newly developed varieties come from a single source, enabling full traceability of plant material worldwide.
Expertise et intégrité
Leaders de la sélection vigne et de la création variétale, nous renforçons chaque jour notre position d’experts tant au niveau national qu’international. Nous sommes fidèles à notre histoire, à nos valeurs et sommes résolument tournés vers l’avenir.
Expertise and integrity
As leaders in vine breeding and varietal development, we continue to strengthen our position as experts in France and abroad. We remain true to our history and values, while looking resolutely to the future.