FAUN harvests the first bunches of grapes from its Syrah vines planted in 2023 in Guilherand-Granges

By Schilling Communication - PR Agency Published on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 14:25 AM

Photo credits : FAUN

Summary for decision-makers

The initiative launched by FAUN in June 2023 marks its commitment to sustainable industry and environmental innovation. The creation of a vineyard on its industrial sites, in homage to the wine-growing heritage of the Rhône Valley, illustrates a greening approach that began in 2019.

With an initial harvest of 430 kg of grapes in September 2025, FAUN is positioning itself as a leader in experimenting with pergola training techniques. This project aligns winemaking tradition with industrial modernity, while contributing to the preservation of local know-how and addressing the challenges of global warming.

Frequently Asked Questions for Decision Makers

When was FAUN's initiative to create its vineyard launched?

The initiative was launched in June 2023, as part of FAUN's commitment to innovation and respect for the environment.

What cultivation technique is used for the FAUN vineyard?

FAUN uses the pergola trellising technique, which combines traditional methods and innovation in the face of climatic challenges.

What is the volume of the first grape harvest in September 2025?

The first harvest yielded 430 kg of Syrah grapes, or around 3 hectolitres of wine, equivalent to between 400 and 500 bottles.

Thematic glossary for decision-makers

Vineyard

A vineyard is a plot of land where vines are grown to produce grapes, often for wine production.

Pergola trellising

Pergola training is a vine growing technique that involves raising the plants in such a way as to optimize exposure to the sun and air circulation.

Local know-how

Local know-how refers to artisanal expertise and traditional techniques specific to a region, often passed down from generation to generation.

Two years after planting 800 vines on its Guilherand-Granges site, FAUN is today celebrating the first harvest of the “Les Grandes Terres” vineyard.

A promising first harvest for FAUN's experimental vineyard

This initiative, launched in June 2023, illustrates the commitment of the Ardèche-based manufacturer of waste collection and urban cleanliness vehicles to combining industry, innovation and respect for the environment.

As a reminder, FAUN began a process of revegetation of its industrial sites in 2019. The creation of this vineyard was a natural extension of this ambition, in homage to the wine-growing heritage of the Rhône Valley. The bold choice of pergola trellising, an ancestral but visionary technique in the face of global warming challenges, gives this project an experimental dimension that is unique in France.

A promising first harvest

In September 2025, the harvest yielded 430 kg of Syrah grapes, or approximately 3 hectoliters of wine. This represents between 400 and 500 bottles for this first FAUN vintage.

« The vine is still very young and its root system is not yet fully mature. The summer heatwaves have had a strong impact, but the quality of the grapes is good and promising. This plot will produce very good wines in the years to come! Pergola training is already attracting the attention of fellow winemakers: FAUN is thus becoming a leader in this experiment, in line with current environmental issues. ", confides Rémy Nodin, winemaker in Saint-Péray, partner of the project.

A shared pride

Beyond the symbolism, this vineyard illustrates FAUN's desire to connect its industrial roots to its natural environment and to contribute to the maintenance of local know-how.

« Watching the grapes form on this vine, planted only two years ago, is a great source of satisfaction. This first harvest is the result of a bold gamble born from a wonderful encounter with Rémy Nodin, and confirms that the industry can be a committed player in the region. We wanted to combine innovation and tradition, and this harvest marks the beginning of a unifying adventure. ", congratulates himself Etienne Blaise, President of FAUN Environment.