What Alvinesa does

Alvinesa Natural Ingredients S.A.U. is a Spain-based B2B ingredients manufacturer that upcycles wine and olive industry by-products into standardized natural ingredients for the food, nutraceutical, animal nutrition, pharmaceutical, enological, and alcoholic beverage industries. Founded in 1993 in Daimiel, Ciudad Real, on the foundation of a 1948 family distillation business, the company operates five production sites across Spain (Daimiel, Avinyonet del Penedès, Málaga), Chile, and Argentina following its 2022–2024 acquisition program, and claims the position of the largest global producer of natural tartaric acid and a world-leading producer of grape seed oil and cream of tartar. Core technology is water-based extraction — no chemical solvents — coupled with proprietary hydroxytyrosol isolation (acquired with Genosa in 2023) and a state-of-the-art Techniprocess dual-effect spray dryer commissioned in 2025. Branded ingredients include Vintera® (OPC grape extract), Hytolive® (hydroxytyrosol olive extract), Teralive® (polyphenol synergy), Vitifresh® and Oleafresh® (natural food preservatives), Vitifeed™ 80 and Oleafeed® (animal nutrition), plus commodity products (tartaric acid, cream of tartar, grape seed oil, natural colorant, wine concentrate) and a newly launched B2B toll spray-drying service.

The company sells exclusively through a direct enterprise field-sales model, primarily at international trade shows (Vitafoods, Food Ingredients Europe, Anuga, IFT, AQUASUR) and direct outreach, serving customers in more than 50 countries across food, nutraceutical, animal nutrition, pharmaceutical, and enological verticals. Revenue is generated through one-time ingredient sales under negotiated contracts, with pricing not publicly disclosed, plus a managed-service revenue stream from spray-drying toll manufacturing. Reported turnover was €100 million in 2023, with management projecting >€150 million after consolidating the 2024 Chilean and Argentine acquisitions. The company has been backed by private equity firm Intermediate Capital Group (ICG) since 2021, holds B Corp certification (February 2024), and maintains a comprehensive certification portfolio (FSSC 22000, ISO 9001/14001/45001/14064, ISCC, Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO, EU Organic) as well as a clinical evidence base of 40+ peer-reviewed studies supporting its branded nutraceutical ingredients.

Name

Alvinesa

Legal name

Alvinesa Natural Ingredients S.A.U.

Website

https://alvinesa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Alvinesa is a Spain-based B2B ingredients manufacturer that upcycles wine and olive by-products into standardized natural ingredients — including the world's largest production of natural tartaric acid, grape seed oil, and branded polyphenol extracts (Hytolive®, Vintera®, Vitifresh®) — for food, nutraceutical, animal nutrition, pharmaceutical, and alcoholic beverage manufacturers in over 50 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Natural Food & Nutraceutical Ingredients (Upcycled Botanical Extracts)

NAICS

Food Manufacturing (311), Fats and Oils Refining and Blending (311225), Flavoring Syrup and Concentrate Manufacturing (311930)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Fats & Oils (2070), Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)

akta.pro primary industry

Ingredient Blends & Systems / Custom Formulation (Seasoning Systems, Functional Blends) (CRADAOAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Natural Colorants (Plant/Algae/Microbial Extracts: Anthocyanins, Carotenoids, Chlorophyll, Spirulina) (AFAJAEAA), Flavor Bases & Emulsions (Citrus oils, beverage emulsions, clouding agents) (AFAFAGAE), Chelators & Sequestrants (Calcium Disodium EDTA, Citrates as Preservation Aids) (AFAJAFAH), Beverage Emulsions & Clouding Agents (Flavor Emulsions, Weighting Agents) (AFAJACAK)

Keywords

• Natural food ingredients
• Nutraceutical botanical extracts
• Upcycled grape derivatives
• Tartaric acid production
• Animal nutrition ingredients

Headquarters

HQ city

Daimiel

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Nutraceutical Ingredients: Sale of branded nutraceutical ingredients including Vintera® (grape extract), Hytolive® (olive extract standardized in hydroxytyrosol), and Teralive® (Mediterranean Polyphenol Synergy). These are sold as standardized botanical extracts to dietary supplement manufacturers globally.
2. Food Technology Ingredients: Sale of functional food ingredients including Vitifresh® (natural preservative/antioxidant for food protection), Oleafresh® (olive extract for food freshness), natural tartaric acid, grape seed oil, natural grape colorant, and red/white wine concentrate to food and beverage manufacturers.
3. Animal Nutrition Ingredients: Sale of upcycled grape and olive extracts for animal nutrition including Vitifeed™ 80 (standardized grape extract for salmon aquaculture) and Oleafeed® (olive fruit compounds for pet health). Targets aquaculture, livestock, and pet food manufacturers.
4. Pharma and Industrial Ingredients: Supply of grape-derived ingredients for pharmaceutical, industrial chemical, and energy sectors, including pharmaceutical-grade extracts and industrial applications.
5. Enological Products: Supply of oenological products including wine concentrate, tartaric acid, and grape-derived inputs to the wine industry. Grape polyphenols as essential wine quality components.
6. Alcoholic Beverages: Production and supply of high-quality alcohol derived from grape by-products, including vinous ethyl alcohol, wine distillates, brandy, and alcoholic beverage inputs.
7. Spray Drying Toll Manufacturing: B2B toll-drying services for plant extracts using the company's Techniprocess spray-drying equipment with 200 kg/h evaporation capacity. Includes pilot testing, post-processing, and analytical services. Positions Alvinesa as one of Europe's most competitive toll-dryers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Alvinesa transforms grape and olive industry by-products (pomace, lees, skins, seeds) into standardized natural ingredients for industrial B2B customers. Its portfolio spans branded nutraceutical extracts (Hytolive® hydroxytyrosol, Vintera® OPC grape extract, Teralive® polyphenol synergy), natural food protection ingredients (Vitifresh, Oleafresh), animal nutrition ingredients (Vitifeed™ 80, Oleafeed®), and core food/industrial ingredients (natural tartaric acid, grape seed oil, cream of tartar, natural grape colorant, red/white wine concentrate, wine alcohols). It also offers B2B spray-drying toll-manufacturing services using a Techniprocess dual-effect dryer with up to 200 kg/h evaporation capacity.

Product overview

Alvinesa Natural Ingredients operates as a B2B ingredients supplier with a platform of branded nutraceutical ingredients, core food/industrial ingredients, and animal nutrition products—all derived from upcycled wine and olive industry by-products. The branded nutraceutical portfolio includes Hytolive® (hydroxytyrosol olive extract), Vintera® (OPC grape extract), and Teralive® (Mediterranean Polyphenol Synergy). Food protection offerings include Vitifresh (grape extract preservative) and Oleafresh (olive extract). Animal nutrition products include Vitifeed™ 80 (grape polyphenol extract for aquaculture) and Oleafeed (olive compounds for pet health). Core products include grape seed oil, natural tartaric acid (largest global producer), cream of tartar, natural grape colorant, and wine concentrates. The company offers spray drying toll-manufacturing services. The group includes subsidiaries Dervinsa (Argentina), Vinicas (Chile), Cades Penedès (Spain), and Genosa (Spain).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vintera®: Premium grape extract nutraceutical ingredient rich in OPC, proanthocyanidins, monomers, and anthocyanins.
• Hytolive®
• Teralive®
• Vitifresh
• Oleafresh®
• Vitifeed™
• Oleafeed®

Products and services

• Hytolive® Olive extract standardized in hydroxytyrosol, a powerful natural antioxidant with demonstrated cardiovascular and metabolic health benefits. Backed by a 16-week randomized controlled trial (Clinical Nutrition) showing improvements in oxidative stress biomarkers (oxLDL, protein carbonyls, 8-OHdG), inflammation (IL-6), and antioxidant defenses (TAS, GPx). Sold to dietary supplement manufacturers targeting cardiovascular health, anti-aging, and metabolic wellness.
• Vintera® Premium grape extract rich in oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPC), proanthocyanidins, monomers, and anthocyanins. Targets nutraceutical applications for cardiovascular health, sports recovery, and healthy aging. Sold as a standardized botanical extract to dietary supplement manufacturers globally.
• Teralive® Mediterranean Polyphenol Synergy ingredient based on grape and olive co-products. Marketed as a new nutraceutical ingredient targeting healthy aging applications.
• Vitifresh Natural preservative ingredient derived from grape extracts (Vitifresh 55703 and 55709) for food protection applications. Shows radical scavenging activities 3-7 times greater than BHT (synthetic antioxidant), extends shelf life, reduces lipid oxidation and microbial growth, and maintains sensory qualities. Backed by University of Córdoba and University of Castilla-La Mancha studies.
• Oleafresh® Olive extract ingredient that enhances food freshness and safety by leveraging hydroxytyrosol's antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Natural food preservation alternative for food and beverage manufacturers.
• Vitifeed™ 80 Upcycled, standardized grape extract for aquaculture nutrition, particularly salmon farming. Dry extract from grape seeds and skins with minimum 80% total polyphenols and 60% proanthocyanidins. Supports growth parameters, antioxidant status, and intestinal health in salmonids. Sold to aquaculture feed manufacturers.
• Oleafeed® Olive fruit compound ingredient for pet health and animal nutrition, providing natural support against inflammation, reduced oxidative stress, and improved joint well-being. Sold to pet food and livestock feed manufacturers.
• Grape Seed Oil High-quality grape seed oil produced from upcycled grape pomace, available for food, supplement, and industrial applications. Alvinesa is among global leaders in grape seed oil production following 2024 acquisitions of Industrias Vínicas (Chile) and Dervinsa (Argentina).
• Natural Tartaric Acid Natural tartaric acid derived from grape sources, used as a natural preservative in food and winemaking. Alvinesa is the largest producer of natural tartaric acid globally, with cream of tartar as a related derivative. Sold to food, beverage, wine, and industrial chemical manufacturers.
• Natural Grape Colorant Natural grape-derived colorant for food and beverage applications, extracted from grape skin as part of circular economy processing of wine industry by-products. Sold to food and beverage manufacturers seeking clean-label natural colorants.
• Red and White Wine Concentrate Concentrated wine products for food, beverage, and industrial applications, produced from upcycled wine industry by-products. Sold to enological, food, and beverage manufacturers.
• Spray Drying Toll-Manufacturing Service B2B toll-drying service for plant extracts using Techniprocess dual-effect spray dryer (convertible to single-effect) with evaporation capacity up to 200 kg/h water. Includes 3 kg/h pilot unit, vertical-shaft mixer (1,000 kg batches), milling, sieving down to 250 µm, metal removal, cold storage, pasteurization, clean rooms meeting food-defense standards, and in-house analytical lab. Sold to botanical extract producers needing pilot trials and industrial-scale production.

Quantifiable outcome

• Vitifresh extracts show radical scavenging activities 3-7x greater than BHT (synthetic antioxidant)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CSIC (ICTAN) and University of the Basque CountrycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Collaborative research partnership for clinical studies on Hytolive hydroxytyrosol. CSIC's ICTAN (Institute of Food Science, Nutrition and Athletic Nutrition) and University of the Basque Country conducted the 16-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial on 49 adults with overweight and prediabetes. Results published in Clinical Nutrition journal, demonstrating significant improvements in 7 key biomarkers including oxLDL, protein carbonyls, 8-OHdG, IL-6, TAS, and GPx activity.
• Techniprocess (France)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Techniprocess, a French company, supplied Alvinesa's state-of-the-art spray-drying facility. The dual-effect spray dryer (convertible to single-effect) with fluidized bed and fines-recirculation system delivers up to 200 kg/h water evaporation capacity. A pilot unit (3 kg/h) was also commissioned for risk reduction and industrial-scale optimization. The equipment positions Alvinesa among Europe's most competitive toll-dryers for plant extracts.
• Dervinsa (Argentina)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2024Dervinsa (Derivados del Vino S.A.), located in Palmira, Mendoza, Argentina, is a biorefinery with nearly 100 years of history specializing in upcycling wine biomass residues into tartaric acid, cream of tartar, grape seed oil, wine alcohols, compost, and substrates. Acquired by Alvinesa in July 2024, making the combined group a world leader in grape seed oil and tartaric acid. Dervinsa holds marketing rights for Argentine-produced grape seed oil to Provence Huiles S.A.S. Access to Southern Hemisphere raw materials with complementary harvest seasons expands year-round production capability.
• Industrias Vínicas (Chile)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2024Industrias Vínicas (Vinicas), founded in 1965 and based in Chile, is Chile's largest producer of tartaric acid, cream of tartar, refined grape seed oil, neutral ethyl alcohol from wine, wine distillates, brandy, and plant compost. Acquired by Alvinesa in July 2024 as part of strategy to expand in international markets and become world leader in alcohols and grape derivatives. Present at AQUASUR trade show showcasing Vitifeed™ 80 for salmon aquaculture.
• Provence Huiles S.A.S.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2024Marketing rights holder for Argentine-produced grape seed oil from Dervinsa. As part of the Dervinsa acquisition deal, Alvinesa granted Provence Huiles S.A.S. marketing rights for grape seed oil produced in Argentina.
• University of CórdobacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024University of Córdoba conducted research on antioxidant mechanisms of Vitifresh 55703 and 55709 grape extracts (2024), finding radical scavenging activities 3-7x greater than BHT.
• University of Castilla-La ManchacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024University of Castilla-La Mancha conducted organoleptic impact study on Vitifresh grape extracts 55703 and 55709 (2024), confirming sensory qualities (color, flavor) maintained even at high dosages with no significant consumer-detected differences.
• GenosacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2023Genosa specializes in production of hydroxytyrosol from olives using a patented extraction process. Acquired by Alvinesa in June 2023 to enhance portfolio of upcycled natural ingredients with olive extract, strengthening position in the upcycled natural ingredients market. Complements grape-derived portfolio with olive-derived hydroxytyrosol for cardiovascular health and wellness applications.
• Cades PenedèscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Cades Penedès, located in Avinyonet del Penedès, Barcelona, Spain and founded in 1972, is the main Catalan manufacturer of sustainable ingredients derived from grapes. Alvinesa acquired Cades Penedès to expand manufacturing capacity. Products include alcohol for energy/industrial use, grape seed oil, calcium tartrate. Generates electricity from biogas through anaerobic digestion (ISO 9001 and ISO 14064 certified). 100% owned by Alvinesa Group.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Naturex (Givaudan): Plant-extract and natural-ingredient business now inside Givaudan's taste-and-wellbeing division. Competes with Alvinesa's nutraceutical extracts at much larger scale and with deeper global accounts.
• Lesaffre: Global yeast and fermentation-products group with a meaningful presence in savory flavors, yeast extracts, and functional food ingredients. Broad incumbent competing for similar B2B food and nutraceutical customers as Alvinesa.
• Kerry Group: Global taste and nutrition platform selling ingredients and systems to food, beverage, and pharma manufacturers. Broad incumbent with overlapping preservative, flavor, and nutraceutical capabilities that compete with Alvinesa's portfolio.
• Frutarom (IFF Health & Biosciences): Israeli-origin natural-ingredient specialist now part of IFF, focused on flavors, natural colors, and nutraceutical extracts. Broad incumbent and direct competitor in the botanical-extract and natural-preservative segments.
• ADM (Wild Flavors & Specialty Ingredients): Global agribusiness and ingredient major with a large flavors and specialty-ingredients business serving food, beverage, and nutraceutical customers. Broad incumbent with scale advantages versus Alvinesa in commodity and specialty extracts.

Emerging players

• Corbion: Dutch specialty food ingredients company with interests in natural preservation (e.g., Verdad range of natural antioxidants and vinegars) overlapping with Alvinesa's Vitifresh/Oleafresh clean-label preservative positioning.

Direct peers

• Indena: Italian manufacturer of standardized botanical extracts (incl. grape, olive, hydroxytyrosol-adjacent ingredients) for the nutraceutical and pharmaceutical industries. Direct peer in the clinical-grade, branded botanical extract business behind Hytolive and Vintera.
• Tarac Technologies: Australian producer of grape-derived wine alcohols, tartaric acid, cream of tartar, and grape seed oil. Most direct geographic-and-product peer to Alvinesa's core wine-derived commodity portfolio, also selling into food, beverage, and industrial customers globally.
• Martin Bauer Group: German-led supplier of botanical extracts, herbal teas, and functional ingredients for food, beverage, and nutraceutical manufacturers. Direct peer in standardized polyphenol and plant-extract ingredients sold to similar B2B accounts.
• Kalsec: US-based producer of natural food-protection ingredients (antioxidants, colors, flavors) including rosemary and hop extracts. Direct peer in the natural-preservative segment where Alvinesa competes with Vitifresh and Oleafresh for clean-label reformulation wins.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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Investments

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