# Official Journal C 152/2020

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| English edition | Information and Notices | Volume 637 May 2020 |

ISSN 1977-091X

Official Journal

of the European Union

C 152

English edition

Information and Notices

Volume 637 May 2020

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| | INFORMATION FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES |
| | European Commission |
| 2020/C 152/01 | Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.9817 – Rhône Capital/Maxam) (
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Contents

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II   Information

INFORMATION FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES

European Commission

2020/C 152/01

Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.9817 – Rhône Capital/Maxam) (
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| | IV   Notices |
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| | NOTICES FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES |
| | European Commission |
| 2020/C 152/02 | Euro exchange rates — 6 May 2020 | 2 |

IV   Notices

NOTICES FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES

European Commission

2020/C 152/02

Euro exchange rates — 6 May 2020

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| | V   Announcements |
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| | PROCEDURES RELATING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETITION POLICY |
| | European Commission |
| 2020/C 152/03 | Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9797 – AUNDE Group/Toyota Boshoku/TB Kawashima Automotive Textile (India) JV) Candidate case for simplified procedure (
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| 2020/C 152/04 | Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9814 – Firmenich/Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques) Candidate case for simplified procedure (
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| | OTHER ACTS |
| | European Commission |
| 2020/C 152/05 | Publication of an application for amendment of a specification for a name in the wine sector referred to in Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council | 6 |
| 2020/C 152/06 | Communication of the approval of a standard amendment to a product specification for a name in the wine sector, as referred to in Article 17(2) and (3) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33 | 19 |

V   Announcements

PROCEDURES RELATING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETITION POLICY

European Commission

2020/C 152/03

Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9797 – AUNDE Group/Toyota Boshoku/TB Kawashima Automotive Textile (India) JV) Candidate case for simplified procedure (
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  )

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2020/C 152/04

Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9814 – Firmenich/Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques) Candidate case for simplified procedure (
  1
  )

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5

OTHER ACTS

European Commission

2020/C 152/05

Publication of an application for amendment of a specification for a name in the wine sector referred to in Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council

6

2020/C 152/06

Communication of the approval of a standard amendment to a product specification for a name in the wine sector, as referred to in Article 17(2) and (3) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33

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(1)   Text with EEA relevance.

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II Information

INFORMATION FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES

European Commission

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7.5.2020

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Official Journal of the European Union

C 152/1

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Non-opposition to a notified concentration

(Case M.9817 – Rhône Capital/Maxam)

(Text with EEA relevance)

(2020/C 152/01)

On 30 April 2020, the Commission decided not to oppose the above notified concentration and to declare it compatible with the internal market. This decision is based on Article 6(1)(b) of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). The full text of the decision is available only in English and will be made public after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain. It will be available:

| — | in the merger section of the Competition website of the Commission (http://ec.europa.eu/competition/mergers/cases/). This website provides various facilities to help locate individual merger decisions, including company, case number, date and sectoral indexes, |
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in the merger section of the Competition website of the Commission (http://ec.europa.eu/competition/mergers/cases/). This website provides various facilities to help locate individual merger decisions, including company, case number, date and sectoral indexes,

| — | in electronic form on the EUR-Lex website (http://eur-lex.europa.eu/homepage.html?locale=en) under document number 32020M9817. EUR-Lex is the online access to European law. |
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in electronic form on the EUR-Lex website (http://eur-lex.europa.eu/homepage.html?locale=en) under document number 32020M9817. EUR-Lex is the online access to European law.

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(1)  OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1.

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IV Notices

NOTICES FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES

European Commission

| 7.5.2020 | EN | Official Journal of the European Union | C 152/2 |
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7.5.2020

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Official Journal of the European Union

C 152/2

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Euro exchange rates (1)

6 May 2020

(2020/C 152/02)

1 euro =

| | Currency | Exchange rate |
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| USD | US dollar | 1,0807 |
| JPY | Japanese yen | 114,65 |
| DKK | Danish krone | 7,4618 |
| GBP | Pound sterling | 0,87253 |
| SEK | Swedish krona | 10,6278 |
| CHF | Swiss franc | 1,0530 |
| ISK | Iceland króna | 159,30 |
| NOK | Norwegian krone | 11,0900 |
| BGN | Bulgarian lev | 1,9558 |
| CZK | Czech koruna | 26,987 |
| HUF | Hungarian forint | 349,59 |
| PLN | Polish zloty | 4,5394 |
| RON | Romanian leu | 4,8233 |
| TRY | Turkish lira | 7,7178 |
| AUD | Australian dollar | 1,7046 |
| CAD | Canadian dollar | 1,5225 |
| HKD | Hong Kong dollar | 8,3763 |
| NZD | New Zealand dollar | 1,7839 |
| SGD | Singapore dollar | 1,5335 |
| KRW | South Korean won | 1 323,48 |
| ZAR | South African rand | 20,0603 |
| CNY | Chinese yuan renminbi | 7,6707 |
| HRK | Croatian kuna | 7,5690 |
| IDR | Indonesian rupiah | 16 259,13 |
| MYR | Malaysian ringgit | 4,6713 |
| PHP | Philippine peso | 54,620 |
| RUB | Russian rouble | 80,7789 |
| THB | Thai baht | 35,004 |
| BRL | Brazilian real | 6,0896 |
| MXN | Mexican peso | 26,0485 |
| INR | Indian rupee | 81,9815 |

Currency

Exchange rate

USD

US dollar

1,0807

JPY

Japanese yen

114,65

DKK

Danish krone

7,4618

GBP

Pound sterling

0,87253

SEK

Swedish krona

10,6278

CHF

Swiss franc

1,0530

ISK

Iceland króna

159,30

NOK

Norwegian krone

11,0900

BGN

Bulgarian lev

1,9558

CZK

Czech koruna

26,987

HUF

Hungarian forint

349,59

PLN

Polish zloty

4,5394

RON

Romanian leu

4,8233

TRY

Turkish lira

7,7178

AUD

Australian dollar

1,7046

CAD

Canadian dollar

1,5225

HKD

Hong Kong dollar

8,3763

NZD

New Zealand dollar

1,7839

SGD

Singapore dollar

1,5335

KRW

South Korean won

1 323,48

ZAR

South African rand

20,0603

CNY

Chinese yuan renminbi

7,6707

HRK

Croatian kuna

7,5690

IDR

Indonesian rupiah

16 259,13

MYR

Malaysian ringgit

4,6713

PHP

Philippine peso

54,620

RUB

Russian rouble

80,7789

THB

Thai baht

35,004

BRL

Brazilian real

6,0896

MXN

Mexican peso

26,0485

INR

Indian rupee

81,9815

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(1)  Source: reference exchange rate published by the ECB.

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V Announcements

PROCEDURES RELATING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETITION POLICY

European Commission

| 7.5.2020 | EN | Official Journal of the European Union | C 152/3 |
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7.5.2020

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Official Journal of the European Union

C 152/3

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Prior notification of a concentration

(Case M.9797 – AUNDE Group/Toyota Boshoku/TB Kawashima Automotive Textile (India) JV)

Candidate case for simplified procedure

(Text with EEA relevance)

(2020/C 152/03)

1.

This notification concerns the following undertakings:

| — | AUNDE Achter & Ebels GmbH (Germany), belonging to AUNDE Group SE (‘AUNDE’, Germany), |
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AUNDE Achter & Ebels GmbH (Germany), belonging to AUNDE Group SE (‘AUNDE’, Germany),

| — | TB Kawashima Co. Ltd. (‘TBK’, Japan) controlled by Toyota Boshoku Corporation (‘TB’, Japan), |
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TB Kawashima Co. Ltd. (‘TBK’, Japan) controlled by Toyota Boshoku Corporation (‘TB’, Japan),

| — | TB Kawashima Automotive Textile (India) Private Ltd. (the ‘Target’, India). |
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TB Kawashima Automotive Textile (India) Private Ltd. (the ‘Target’, India).

AUNDE and TB acquire within the meaning of Article 3(1)(b) and 3(4) of the Merger Regulation joint control of the Target. Pre-transaction, the Target is solely controlled by TB through TBK.

The concentration is accomplished by way of purchase of shares.

2.

| — | for AUNDE Achter & Ebels GmbH: the development and production of automotive products, including yarns, technical fabrics, textile and leather covers. It is a subsidiary of Aunde, which focuses on the development and production of among others yarns, technical textiles, seat covers and foam parts for the automotive industry under the brands AUNDE, ISRINGHAUSEN and FEHRER for OEMs and suppliers to the automotive industry in Europe and worldwide, |
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for AUNDE Achter & Ebels GmbH: the development and production of automotive products, including yarns, technical fabrics, textile and leather covers. It is a subsidiary of Aunde, which focuses on the development and production of among others yarns, technical textiles, seat covers and foam parts for the automotive industry under the brands AUNDE, ISRINGHAUSEN and FEHRER for OEMs and suppliers to the automotive industry in Europe and worldwide,

| — | for TBK: the development, production and supply of various types of automotive textiles and interior fabrics particularly in Asia. It is an affiliate of TB, a Japanese automotive component manufacturer, which focuses on passenger car seats, seats for trains and aircrafts as well as on seat components and other interior and exterior vehicle components, |
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for TBK: the development, production and supply of various types of automotive textiles and interior fabrics particularly in Asia. It is an affiliate of TB, a Japanese automotive component manufacturer, which focuses on passenger car seats, seats for trains and aircrafts as well as on seat components and other interior and exterior vehicle components,

| — | for the Target: the manufacture and distribution of interior textiles and fabrics for the automotive industry in India and in neighbouring countries. |
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for the Target: the manufacture and distribution of interior textiles and fabrics for the automotive industry in India and in neighbouring countries.

3.

Pursuant to the Commission Notice on a simplified procedure for treatment of certain concentrations under the Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (2) it should be noted that this case is a candidate for treatment under the procedure set out in the Notice.

4.

Observations must reach the Commission not later than 10 days following the date of this publication. The following reference should always be specified:

M.9797 – AUNDE Group/Toyota Boshoku/TB Kawashima Automotive Textile (India) JV

Observations can be sent to the Commission by email, by fax, or by post. Please use the contact details below:

Email: COMP-MERGER-REGISTRY@ec.europa.eu

Fax +32 22964301

Postal address:

| European Commission |
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| Directorate-General for Competition |
| Merger Registry |
| 1049 Bruxelles/Brussel |
| BELGIQUE/BELGIË |

European Commission

Directorate-General for Competition

Merger Registry

1049 Bruxelles/Brussel

BELGIQUE/BELGIË

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(1)  OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1 (the ‘Merger Regulation’).

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(2)  OJ C 366, 14.12.2013, p. 5.

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Official Journal of the European Union

C 152/5

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Prior notification of a concentration

(Case M.9814 – Firmenich/Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques)

Candidate case for simplified procedure

(Text with EEA relevance)

(2020/C 152/04)

1.

This notification concerns the following undertakings:

| — | Firmenich Group (‘Firmenich’, Switzerland), |
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Firmenich Group (‘Firmenich’, Switzerland),

| — | Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques group (‘DRT’, France). |
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Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques group (‘DRT’, France).

Firmenich acquires within the meaning of Article 3(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation control of the whole of DRT.

The concentration is accomplished by way of purchase of shares.

2.

| — | Firmenich specialises in the production and commercialisation of fragrances, flavours and aroma chemicals; |
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Firmenich specialises in the production and commercialisation of fragrances, flavours and aroma chemicals;

| — | DRT is mainly active in the production and commercialization of pine resin, pine turpentine oil and pine terpene. Some of DRT’s products can be used as aroma chemicals for the production of fragrances. |
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DRT is mainly active in the production and commercialization of pine resin, pine turpentine oil and pine terpene. Some of DRT’s products can be used as aroma chemicals for the production of fragrances.

3.

Pursuant to the Commission Notice on a simplified procedure for treatment of certain concentrations under the Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (2) it should be noted that this case is a candidate for treatment under the procedure set out in the Notice.

4.

Observations must reach the Commission not later than 10 days following the date of this publication. The following reference should always be specified:

M.9814 – Firmenich/Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques

Observations can be sent to the Commission by email, by fax, or by post. Please use the contact details below:

Email: COMP-MERGER-REGISTRY@ec.europa.eu

Fax +32 22964301

Postal address:

| European Commission |
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| Directorate-General for Competition |
| Merger Registry |
| 1049 Bruxelles/Brussel |
| BELGIQUE/BELGIË |

European Commission

Directorate-General for Competition

Merger Registry

1049 Bruxelles/Brussel

BELGIQUE/BELGIË

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(1)  OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1 (the ‘Merger Regulation’).

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(2)  OJ C 366, 14.12.2013, p. 5.

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OTHER ACTS

European Commission

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Official Journal of the European Union

C 152/6

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Publication of an application for amendment of a specification for a name in the wine sector referred to in Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council

(2020/C 152/05)

This publication confers the right to oppose the application pursuant to Article 98 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council (1) within two months from the date of this publication.

REQUEST FOR AMENDMENT TO THE PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

‘Rioja’

PDO-ES-A0117-AM06

Date of application: 24.9.2018

1.   Rules applicable to the amendment

Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 – Non-minor modification

2.   Description and reasons for amendment

2.1.   Corrigendum

Correction of an error detected in the wording of the second paragraph of point b.7.1 of section 8 of the Product Specification (Applicable Requirements). This does not affect the single document.

The wording must be changed to:

‘The qualification process will be performed per homogeneous consignment or batch and must be performed in accordance with the Standards for wines eligible for the “Rioja” Protected Designation of Origin, which are drawn up by the Regulatory Board’.

2.2.   Removal of the restriction on the use of some white varieties

Removal of the restriction on the use of some white varieties

Point 3.b.1 of the Product Specification, headings ‘WHITE’ and ‘ROSÉ’, and point 2.5.1 ‘Specific oenological practices’ of the Single Document must be amended.

The line stating that the varieties Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo must not predominate in the final product in the case of white and rosé wines must be deleted.

The Regulatory Board for the ‘Rioja’ Protected Designation of Origin extended the catalogue of authorised white and red varieties in 2008 and 2009. This was a strategic decision, in line with one of the recommendations set out in the Strategic Plan for Rioja Wine 2005-2020 in the light of the market opportunities.

With a view to preserving the characteristics of its white wines, it decided that the Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo varieties would not predominate in the final product. The idea was that adding them would provide a complementary note and would allow a gradual mastery of growing and handling these varieties.

The commercial results of the decision were significantly positive, as the quality of Rioja white wines gained in appreciation and growth rates that were much higher than the market average were achieved.

On that basis, the Plenary Session of the Regulatory Board of the ‘Rioja’ Protected Designation of Origin agreed at a plenary meeting held on 11 November 2016 to eliminate the restriction on the share of the Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo varieties in the final product, on account of the commercial interest in them and also because of their proven suitability for qualitative handling.

2.3.   New labelling term ‘Viñedo singular’ [single vineyard] and conditions for use

New labelling term ‘Viñedo singular’ [single vineyard] and conditions for use

Various points in the Product Specification (3.b.3, 4, 5, 8.b.1, 8.b.3.4, 8.b.4.1, 8.b.4.3, 8.b.5.2, 8.b.5.3, 8.b.5.5, 8.b.6.2, 8.b.6.3, 8.b.6.4, 8.b.7.3, 8.b.9, 8.b.10.3, 8.b.10.5, 8.b.10.9) and in the Single Document (2.5.1 processing yield, 2.5.2, 2.6 last paragraph, 2.9, labelling) must be amended to introduce the conditions for using the term ‘viñedo singular’ [single vineyard].

The response to consumer demand for more information about the origin of the wines on the label; the interest of operators in promoting wines that are from a specific origin and limited to a particular place; and the need to properly organise and standardise the existing offering of wines and possible new additions to it: all these factors meant that it was advisable to set out the conditions, within the scope of the fourth additional provision of Law No 6/2015, for recognising those wines from smaller geographical entities which, in the specific case of Rioja, have been given the designation of ‘viñedos singulares’ or single vineyards.

Given this situation, various proposals have been drawn up and alternatives have been analysed in the last two years. The opinion of experts has been sought and debates have been held to look at every last detail. The result is a regulation which is mindful of the success based on the existing categories and which builds on these to offer information that will be appreciated by certain consumers.

Single vineyards must be balanced, with limited vine vigour and qualitative requirements that together with the origin will help produce high-quality wine.

That is the reason why, as well as the mandatory traceability, procedures have been defined to ensure this balance. However, there are also limitations as regards age, yields, growing practices, harvesting and processing. The organoleptic assessment is more demanding and the link with the vineyard must be intended to last over time.

This paves the way for a broader wine offering in Rioja, which will no doubt help boost its profile as a leading, pioneering PDO as well as being appreciated by influencers and opinion leaders.

2.4.   Changes in the conditions for use of the traditional terms ‘Reserva’ and ‘Gran Reserva’

Changes in the conditions for use of the traditional terms ‘Reserva’ and ‘Gran Reserva’

Point 3.C, headings ‘For the traditional term “Reserva”’ and ‘For the traditional term “Gran Reserva”’ must be amended in the Product Specification. This does not affect the single document.

For red ‘Reserva’ wines, minimum times are introduced for ageing in bottles and for red ‘Gran Reserva’ wines, this time is shortened, within the minimum timeframes regulated by Spanish legislation on the use of these traditional terms.

The definition of the complementary traditional term ‘Reserva’ did not specify – in the definition provided in Law 6/2015 of 12 May 2015 or in the Product Specification for the ‘Rioja’ Protected Designation of Origin – a minimum period for ageing in bottles. This was therefore left to the discretion of the operator, who was free to decide when the right balance and characteristics for the category in question had been achieved. In view of the organoleptic monitoring of wines labelled in wineries for dispatch and acquired at the point of sale, it was decided that it would be a clear qualitative step forward to set out a minimum time for ageing in bottles in the case of red wine, with respect to the total minimum time specified in the definition, and that it would be in keeping with the process of ongoing improvement to which Rioja has always been committed. The Plenary Session of the ‘Rioja’ Protected Designation of Origin therefore decided, at its plenary meeting of 11 November 2016, to define a minimum period of 6 months ageing in bottles for red ‘Reserva’ wines to follow the barrel-ageing process, which must last for at least a year. In total, the entire maturing and ageing process must last at least 36 months.

The definition of the traditional complementary term ‘Gran Reserva’ means there are certain inflexibilities in the Product Specification for the ‘Rioja’ Protected Designation of Origin compared to its definition as set out in Law 6/2015 of 12 May 2015, which provided for a minimum period of ageing in bottles of 36 months, following 24 months of barrel-ageing. Spanish legislation requires that this period in the barrel last at least 18 months but it does not specify the length of time the wine must remain in bottles. Rioja has stricter requirements for the minimum barrel-ageing time – 24 months – as this is considered to allow for greater versatility and more expressive wines while obtaining optimal quality. The minimum period for ageing in bottles is reduced to 24 months – though this is still longer than the national legislation which does not specify anything in this regard – without altering the minimum 60-month combined maturing and ageing period. At its plenary meeting of 11 November 2016, the Plenary Session of the Regulatory Board for the ‘Rioja’ Protected Designation of Origin decided to define red wines in the ‘Gran Reserva’ category as those that have been matured and aged in a winery for at least 60 months, of which they must have spent at least 24 in the barrel and at least 24 in bottles.

2.5.   A new category of protected product has been added – quality sparkling wine

A new category of protected product has been added – quality sparkling wine

Various points in the Product Specification (2, 2.a.1, 2.a.2, 2.a.4, 2.a.5, 2.a.6, 2.a.7, 2.a.8, 2.b, 3.b.1, 3.b.2, 3.b.3, 3.b.4, 3.c, 7, 8.b.5.1, 8.b.7.2, 8.b.9, 8.b.10.3) and in the Single Document (2.3, 2.4, 2.5.1, 2.8, 2.9 labelling) must be amended to introduce the requirements for this new product category and its link.

Market data show that sparkling wines have been performing exceptionally well in recent years. As a permanently market-oriented designation, ‘Rioja’ cannot miss out on this opportunity. A significant number of Spanish Designations of Origin include sparkling wines in their Product Specification and therefore the extension described for ‘Rioja’ is not in any way a reckless or illogical decision.

With a view to maintaining the same quality standards as for still wines, the intention is to create a high-end sparkling wine and this is the reason for the restrictions on yield and on sugar content (Brut, Extra Brut and Brut Nature). The use of the traditional wine-making method and the minimum 15-month ageing period are proof of this.

2.6.   Area and municipality wines

Area and municipality wines

Various points in the Product Specification (2.a.1, 8.b.9, 8.b.10.3, 8.b.10.10) and in the Single Document (2.6 -‘Rioja Baja’ changed to ‘Rioja Oriental’-, 2.8, 2.9, labelling) must be amended to introduce the conditions that need to be met for wine to carry the name of certain areas and municipalities.

The concept of sub-area is replaced by that of area and the three already in existence are maintained. However, one changes name (‘Rioja Baja’ to ‘Rioja Oriental’). It will also be possible to indicate the name of a municipality on the label if the wine is from there.

The Plenary Session of the Regulatory Board updated the rules on the area indications (a change of name for the sub-areas that better expresses the philosophy that Rioja aims to get across, i.e. an entity that is larger than these three demarcations or smaller geographical units) and the municipality or town, with a view to boosting their visibility and promoting these wines. This also responds to the concerns of operators, opinion leaders and end consumers, who are demanding more information on the label about the huge diversity of wines currently offered on the market by the ‘Rioja’ Protected Designation of Origin. These indications will complement the traditional, successful range of wines made by blending wines of different origins.

After defining the rules for a traceability procedure in 1998, which allowed the names of the municipalities or the indications ‘Rioja Alta’, ‘Rioja Alavesa’ or ‘Rioja Baja’ to be featured on the label, the Board has now gone a step further by envisaging situations where wine-makers grow vines in bordering locations. It is now possible to include up to 15 % of the volume of grapes from outside the aforementioned smaller entities, subject to these conditions. The requirement will be a commitment from the vineyard over time, so as to promote sustainability and avoid speculation. This tolerance margin is within the possibilities offered by EU legislation.

Another new development is the increase in the size of the portion of the label that can be allocated to the municipalities or what are now called areas. Until now, the size of these indications on wine labels was limited to two-thirds of the size allocated to ‘Rioja’, at the most. From now on, they can be featured on an equal basis and the only requirement is that they must not be more prominent than the name of the Designation.

Rioja continues to expand its existing range of categories as part of the process of ongoing improvement to which it is committed, and is always seeking to boost its positioning as one of the landmark regions in the quality wines segment on the international market. This classification of the existing wine offering establishes some requirements that make it possible to guarantee the quality of the product and the accuracy of the indications on the labels.

2.7.   Change in the colour intensity of rosé wines

Change in the colour intensity of rosé wines

Point 2.a.3 of the Product Specification must be amended but this does not entail any amendment to the Single Document.

Rosé wines with less colour intensity are allowed.

Given the intensity range established for the quality sparkling wines covered by this PDO, it is a good idea for the sake of consistency to adopt the same categories as are used for the still rosés covered by it, while also covering the wines with less colour intensity which are now in vogue and are sought after by consumers.

2.8.   Change regarding dates from which ageing periods are calculated

Change regarding dates from which ageing periods are calculated

Point 3.c of the Product Specification must be amended but this does not entail any amendment to the Single Document.

Mention is no longer made of the dates from which the ageing period is calculated for wines bearing the traditional term ‘Crianza’. The Regulatory Board is authorised to reach agreements in that regard.

The reason for this change is that the harvest has started earlier in recent years. It has been noted that this circumstance has in turn led to the wine-making also being brought forward in time and the wine being placed in barrels earlier. This meant that there was a discrepancy between what was actually happening and the start of the calculation according to the Product Specification.

It is also noted that the date of 1 October specified in the same section must be brought forward when calculating the start of the two calendar years that the ageing process must last, in light of the current circumstances and the above explanation.

It is at the discretion of the body in charge of managing the Protected Designation of Origin to reach agreements in that regard, so that it can flexibly allow for any change in circumstances that occurs in future.

SINGLE DOCUMENT

1.   Name of product

Name of product

Rioja

2.   Geographical indication type

Geographical indication type

PDO – Protected Designation of Origin

3.   Categories of grapevine products

Categories of grapevine products

| 1. | Wine |
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Wine

| 5. | Quality sparkling wine |
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5.

Quality sparkling wine

4.   Description of the wine(s)

Description of the wine(s)

White and rosé wines (dry and semi-dry)

White and rosé wines (dry and semi-dry)

White wines: straw yellow with hints of lime, clean and bright. Aroma of green fruit, flowers and greens, typical of the variety. Moderate acidity with a sensation of freshness.

Rosé wines: strawberry with a tinge of raspberry (salmon, in case of Crianza wines), bright, clean. Aroma of red fruits and floral notes. Balance between acidity and fruit in the mouth, with a fresh feeling.

In both cases, the aromas are blended in the ageing process with others of oak wood (vanilla, toasted and smoky notes) and the acidity is integrated with the toasted wood notes.

| — | The alcohol content varies depending on the sub-areas and ageing. |
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The alcohol content varies depending on the sub-areas and ageing.

| — | Greater volatility in wines that are over a year old. |
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Greater volatility in wines that are over a year old.

| — | Maximum SO2 180 mg/l if sugar < 5g/l. |
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Maximum SO2 180 mg/l if sugar < 5g/l.

| — | For any limits not covered, the standing legislation will apply.






  General analytical characteristics |
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| Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) | 10,5 |
| Minimum total acidity | 3,5 grams per litre, expressed as tartaric acid |
| Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) | 13,3 |
| Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) | 240 |

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For any limits not covered, the standing legislation will apply.

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)

10,5

Minimum total acidity

3,5 grams per litre, expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)

13,3

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)

240

White and rosé wines (semi-sweet and sweet)

White and rosé wines (semi-sweet and sweet)

White wines: straw yellow with hints of lime, clean and bright. Aroma of green fruit, flowers and greens, typical of the variety. Moderate acidity, a feeling of freshness and sweetness in the mouth depending on the type.

Rosé wines: strawberry with a tinge of raspberry (salmon, in case of Crianza wines), bright, clean. Aroma of red fruits and floral notes. A balance between acidity/fruit, a feeling of freshness and sweetness in the mouth depending on the type.

In both cases, the aromas are blended in the ageing process with others of oak wood (vanilla, toasted and smoky notes) and the acidity is integrated with the toasted wood notes.

| — | The alcohol content varies depending on the sub-areas and ageing. |
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The alcohol content varies depending on the sub-areas and ageing.

| — | Greater volatility in wines that are over a year old. |
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Greater volatility in wines that are over a year old.

| — | Maximum SO2 180 mg/l if sugar < 5g/l. |
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Maximum SO2 180 mg/l if sugar < 5g/l.

| — | For any limits not covered, the standing legislation will apply.






  General analytical characteristics |
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| Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) | 10,5 |
| Minimum total acidity | 3,5 grams per litre, expressed as tartaric acid |
| Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) | 25 |
| Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) | 240 |

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For any limits not covered, the standing legislation will apply.

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)

10,5

Minimum total acidity

3,5 grams per litre, expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)

25

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)

240

Red wines (dry and semi-dry)

Red wines (dry and semi-dry)

Young wines are purple with violet tones; ‘Crianza’ wines are maroon and cherry red; ‘Reserva’ wines are cherry red in colour with hints of ruby; ‘Gran Reserva’ wines are ruby with russet tones. Nose: intense fruity, varietal and floral notes, with toasted oak wood aromas in the case of ‘Crianza’ wines. ‘Reserva’ and ‘Gran Reserva’ wines are more complex with spicy aromas. Taste: flavourful with balanced acid/alcohol/tannin content. Ageing improves smoothness and extends the length.

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The alcohol content limits vary depending on the areas and ageing.

| — | Volatile: dry wines more than a year old, maximum 1 gr/l up to 10 % vol. and 0,06 gr/l for each degree of alcohol above 10 % vol. |
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Volatile: dry wines more than a year old, maximum 1 gr/l up to 10 % vol. and 0,06 gr/l for each degree of alcohol above 10 % vol.

| — | SO2: Maximum 140 mg/l if sugar < 5g/l. |
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SO2: Maximum 140 mg/l if sugar < 5g/l.

| — | For any limits not covered, the standing legislation will apply.






  General analytical characteristics |
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| Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) | 11,5 |
| Minimum total acidity | 3,5 grams per litre, expressed as tartaric acid |
| Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) | 13,3 |
| Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) | 180 |

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For any limits not covered, the standing legislation will apply.

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)

11,5

Minimum total acidity

3,5 grams per litre, expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)

13,3

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)

180

Quality sparkling wines (white or rosé)

Quality sparkling wines (white or rosé)

Wine featuring the continuous release of carbon dioxide which takes the visual form of fine bubbles when served for consumption.

Quality sparkling wine, like its cuvée after the first fermentation, will be clear, without particulates in suspension, and different shades of yellow or pink in colour.

Its aroma must have positive attributes of freshness and fruit, with the complexity resulting from resting on the lees during the second fermentation. This is most noticeable in ‘Reserva’ and ‘Gran Añada’ wines. It must be free from defects, especially those resulting from oxidisation or reduction.

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For any limits not covered, the standing legislation will apply.

Maximum actual alcoholic strength 13 % vol.

| General analytical characteristics |
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| Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) | 11 |
| Minimum total acidity | 5,5 grams per litre, expressed as tartaric acid |
| Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) | 10,83 |
| Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) | 140 |

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)

11

Minimum total acidity

5,5 grams per litre, expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)

10,83

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)

140

5.   Wine making practices

Wine making practices

a.   Essential oenological practices

Essential oenological practices

Cultivation practice

Cultivation practice

Vineyards are considered to start producing in their fourth growth cycle (or before that, subject to authorisation).

Density: min. 2 850- max. 10 000 vines/ha

Pruning/training systems: goblet pruning and variants, double cordon, rod and thumb, single or unilateral cordon, double Guyot (only for Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Verdejo, white Maturana, white Tempranillo and Turruntés).

Maximum load: 12 buds/vine; 16 for white varieties mentioned and 14 for Grenache. Exceptions possible.

Irrigation: allowed. Between 15 August and the harvest, irrigation must only be carried out using localised systems and a notification must be submitted in writing 24 hours in advance; sprinkler irrigation allowed if permission is granted; other methods are prohibited.

For quality sparkling wines, the grapes must be harvested by hand (mechanical harvesting is prohibited).

Specific oenological practice

Specific oenological practice

Proportion of varieties depending on wine types:

RED: min 95 % of red varieties if the grapes are destemmed and 85 % if they are whole.

WHITE: 100 % white grapes.

ROSÉ: min. 25 % red grapes

QUALITY SPARKLING WINES (WHITE AND ROSÉ): with white and/or red grapes. Rosés must contain at least 25 % red grapes.

The optional mixing of grape colours must be done after delivery.

Grape characteristics: healthy and with a minimum alcohol content of: 11 % vol. for red wines, 10,5 % vol. for white wines and 9,5 % vol. for quality sparkling wines.

Maximum processing yield

Maximum processing yield

| — | 70 litres/100 kg harvest for wines. This can vary in exceptional cases within certain limits. |
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70 litres/100 kg harvest for wines. This can vary in exceptional cases within certain limits.

| — | 62 litres/100 kg harvest for quality sparkling wines. This can vary in exceptional cases within certain limits. |
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62 litres/100 kg harvest for quality sparkling wines. This can vary in exceptional cases within certain limits.

| — | 65 litres/100 kg harvest for those that feature the ‘viñedo singular’ [single vineyard] indication. No variation allowed. |
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65 litres/100 kg harvest for those that feature the ‘viñedo singular’ [single vineyard] indication. No variation allowed.

Restriction relevant to winemaking

Restriction relevant to winemaking

Prohibitions

| — | Use of fractions of must or wine obtained by inadequate pressures in protected wines |
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Use of fractions of must or wine obtained by inadequate pressures in protected wines

| — | Continuous screw presses, crushing machines with a centrifugal action, preheating of grapes or heating must or wine in the presence of the marc in order to force the extraction of colouring material |
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Continuous screw presses, crushing machines with a centrifugal action, preheating of grapes or heating must or wine in the presence of the marc in order to force the extraction of colouring material

| — | Using pieces of oak wood in production, ageing and storage |
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Using pieces of oak wood in production, ageing and storage

| — | Blending different types of wine to obtain wine different from the blended wines |
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Blending different types of wine to obtain wine different from the blended wines

Specific wine-making conditions

Specific wine-making conditions

| — | Barrel fermentation: only for white and rosé wines, which must remain in the barrel for at least a month. |
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Barrel fermentation: only for white and rosé wines, which must remain in the barrel for at least a month.

| — | Carbonic maceration: the maximum percentage of white grapes permitted in the production of red wines is 5 % in the case of stemmed grapes and 15 % in that of whole grapes. |
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Carbonic maceration: the maximum percentage of white grapes permitted in the production of red wines is 5 % in the case of stemmed grapes and 15 % in that of whole grapes.

| — | Quality sparkling wine: by the traditional method. At least 15 consecutive months between tirage and disgorgement, in the same bottle. The entire production process, including labelling, at the same winery. In the secondary fermentation, the actual alcohol content must not exceed 1,5 % vol. The expedition liqueur must not increase the actual alcohol content by more than 0,5 % vol. After disgorgement, transfer without filtration is allowed to glass bottles with a capacity of less than 0,75 l or at least 3 litres. Acidification and decolouring are prohibited. |
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Quality sparkling wine: by the traditional method. At least 15 consecutive months between tirage and disgorgement, in the same bottle. The entire production process, including labelling, at the same winery. In the secondary fermentation, the actual alcohol content must not exceed 1,5 % vol. The expedition liqueur must not increase the actual alcohol content by more than 0,5 % vol. After disgorgement, transfer without filtration is allowed to glass bottles with a capacity of less than 0,75 l or at least 3 litres. Acidification and decolouring are prohibited.

b.   Maximum yields

Maximum yields

Red varieties

6 500 kilograms of grapes per hectare

Red varieties

45,5 hectolitres per hectare

White varieties

9 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare

White varieties

63 hectolitres per hectare

Red grapes intended for ‘viñedo singular’ [single vineyard]

5 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare

Red grapes intended for ‘viñedo singular’ [single vineyard]

32,5 hectolitres per hectare

White grapes intended for ‘viñedo singular’ [single vineyard]

6 922 kilograms of grapes per hectare

White grapes intended for ‘viñedo singular’ [single vineyard]

44,99 hectolitres per hectare

6.   Demarcated geographical area

Demarcated geographical area

RIOJA ALTA

Autonomous Community of La Rioja

Ábalos

Alesanco

Alesón

Anguciana

Arenzana de Abajo

Arenzana de Arriba

Azofra

Badarán

Bañares

Baños de Río Tobía

Baños de Rioja

Berceo

Bezares

Bobadilla

Briñas

Briones

Camprovín

Canillas

Cañas

Cárdenas

Casalarreina

Castañares de Rioja

Cellórigo

Cenicero

Cidamón

Cihuri

Cirueña

Cordovín

Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón

Daroca de Rioja

Entrena

Estollo

Foncea

Fonzaleche

Fuenmayor

Galbárruli

Gimileo

Haro

Hervías

Herramélluri

Hormilla

Hormilleja

Hornos de Moncalvillo

Huércanos

Lardero

Leiva

Logroño

Manjarrés

Matute

Medrano

Nájera

Navarrete

Ochánduri

Ollauri

Rodezno

Sajazarra

San Asensio

San Millán de Yécora

San Torcuato

San Vicente de la Sonsierra

Santa Coloma

Sojuela

Sorzano

Sotés

Tirgo

Tormantos

Torrecilla sobre Alesanco

Torremontalbo

Treviana

Tricio

Uruñuela

Ventosa

Villalba de Rioja

Villar de Torre

Villarejo

Zarratón

Province of Burgos (Miranda de Ebro): El Ternero (enclave)

RIOJA ORIENTAL

Autonomous Community of La Rioja

Agoncillo

Aguilar del Río Alhama

Albelda

Alberite

Alcanadre

Aldeanueva de Ebro

Alfaro

Arnedillo

Arnedo

Arrúbal

Ausejo

Autol

Bergasa

Bergasilla

Calahorra

Cervera del Río Alhama

Clavijo

Corera

Cornago

El Redal

El Villar de Arnedo

Galilea

Grávalos

Herce

Igea

Lagunilla de Jubera

Leza del Río Leza

Molinos de Ocón

Murillo de Río Leza

Muro de Aguas

Nalda

Ocón (La Villa)

Pradejón

Préjano

Quel

Ribafrecha

Rincón de Soto

Santa Engracia de Jubera (Northern area)

Santa Eulalia Bajera

Tudelilla

Villamediana de Iregua

Villarroya

Autonomous Community of Navarre

Andosilla

Aras

Azagra

Bargota

Mendavia

San Adrián

Sartaguda

Viana

RIOJA ALAVESA

Province of Álava

Baños de Ebro

Barriobusto

Cripán

Elciego

Elvillar de Alava

Labastida

Labraza

Laguardia

Lanciego

Lapuebla de La barca

Leza

Moreda de Alava

Navaridas

Oyón

Salinillas de Buradon

Samaniego

Villabuena de Álava

Yécora

Vineyards located in the municipality of Lodosa on the right bank of the Ebro, and entered in the Board’s vineyard register as of 29 April 1991, shall remain registered as long as they continue to exist.

Any change to the boundaries of the municipalities included in the production area shall not mean that registered vineyards will be removed from the vineyard register.

The production area includes smaller geographical entities that are identified as ‘viñedos singulares’ [single vineyards]. These are smaller than a municipality and can consist of a single cadastral parcel or various different parcels. The vines must be at least 35 years old.

7.   Main wine grapes variety(ies)

Main wine grapes variety(ies)

GARNACHA WHITE

ALARIJE – MALVASÍA RIOJANA

ALBILLO MAYOR – TURRUNTÉS

SAUVIGNON BLANC

TEMPRANILLO

WHITE TEMPRANILLO

VERDEJO

RED GRENACHE

CHARDONNAY

MACABEO – VIURA

WHITE MATURANA

RED MATURANA

MAZUELA

GRACIANO

8.   Description of the link(s)

Description of the link(s)

WINE

Wines made from grapes from Rioja Alta are characterised by the special influence of the Atlantic climate. This gives the wines moderate alcoholic strength and body with high acidity. For this reason, the wines are suitable for barrel-ageing. The area has fewer hours of daylight during the growth cycle than the area further south covered by the Designation. It also has higher rainfall, which has a direct bearing on its acidity. These factors, together with the protection afforded by the Sierra de Cantabria, enhance the characteristics described in the wines, whether on their own or blended with wines from other areas. In the case of the area of Rioja Alavesa, the convergence of Atlantic and Mediterranean climates means that the wines have a rather higher alcoholic strength than those previously mentioned. They also have a lower acidity and are more versatile inasmuch as they are suitable for immediate consumption and for ageing. The protection from the Sierra de Cantabria, to the north, is even more significant. The hours of daylight are similar to those of Rioja Alta while the rainfall is rather lower. Their versatility also makes them ideal in the production of blended wines. Finally, for the wines from the southernmost area, Rioja Oriental, we find lower rainfall and a notably Mediterranean climate generally characterised by more sunshine. The wines have higher alcoholic strength and aroma and are ideal for blending to produce wines intended for ageing. At the same time, the climate conditions result in wines that can also be suitable for more immediate consumption.

Analysis of the soils covers three main types. Firstly, there are the clay-limestone soils found in the northernmost part of the area covered by the Designation. These represent the basic source for vine-growing, situated between Rioja Alavesa and Rioja Alta. Then, in the latter area and in Rioja Oriental, there are also the alluvial and iron-rich clay soils which produce wines with less body than those previously mentioned.

In economic terms, wine represents 20 % of the region’s GDP. The ancient practice of wine-growing, and the vital importance of wine in the region, means dependence on its sustainability. Full advantage is therefore taken of the natural conditions described. In particular, there is the speciality of ageing wines which has resulted in one of the highest concentrations of oak barrels in the world.

QUALITY SPARKLING WINE

While the Designation is mainly known for the production of still wines, some wineries have nevertheless been producing quality sparkling wines by the traditional method since the mid-nineteenth century, hence the know-how and experience.

Freshness and acidity are two key elements in the production of quality sparkling wines. The Designation is situated within an area of cooler temperatures, according to the Winkler scale. This contributes to short growing cycles resulting in correct phenolic ripeness without reaching high levels of alcoholic strength: features that provide the ideal starting point for the production of these wines.

9.   Essential further conditions

Essential further conditions

Legal framework

In national legislation

Type of further condition

Packaging in the demarcated geographical area

Description of the condition

Wines covered by the ‘Rioja’ Protected Designation of Origin must only be bottled at registered wineries that are registered with the Regulatory Board. Otherwise the wine will not be allowed to use the designation.

This requirement has been established in response to the fact that the quality of the wine finally offered to the consumer is at greater risk when the wine has been transported and bottled outside the production area than when these operations are conducted within the area. The requirement serves to protect the fine reputation of Rioja wine by strengthening control of its special characteristics and quality. It protects the Protected Designation of Origin from which all of the producers affected benefit. The decision was confirmed by a judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union of 16 May 2000.

Legal framework

In national legislation

Type of further condition

Addition provisions relating to labelling

Description of the condition

The term ‘RIOJA’ must be prominently featured and just below ‘RIOJA’, there should be the following elements: ‘Denominación de Origen Calificada’ (Protected Designation of Origin); the stamp of the Regulatory Board; the trademark; and the name or business name of a registered winery or a trade name.

The terms ‘barrel’ and ‘wood’ must not be referred to in the marketing, advertising and labelling of wines before the ageing process is complete.

It is permitted to use the name of an area or municipality when the grape is from there and when it is produced, aged (as applicable) and bottled there. However, no more than 15 % of the grapes used to make the wine can come from registered vineyards located in municipalities bordering on the area or municipality where the operator is based and proof must be provided that the aforementioned 15 % of the grapes will be available on an exclusive basis for a period of at least 10 consecutive years.

In the case of quality sparkling wines, the expression ‘Método Tradicional’ [Traditional Method] must be featured immediately below the term referring to the sugar content and in a font size that must not exceed that which is used for the name ‘Rioja’.

On the label featuring the mandatory information, the font size of the statement ‘Método Tradicional’ [Traditional Method] must not be smaller than 0,3 cm.

The term ‘viñedo singular’ [single vineyard] must be featured immediately below the term that is registered as a trademark, with a font size, thickness and colour no larger than that which is used for the name ‘Rioja’.

Link to the product specification

Link to the product specification

http://www.mapama.gob.es/es/alimentacion/temas/calidad-agroalimentaria/calidad-diferenciada/dop/htm/dop_rioja.aspx

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7.5.2020

EN

Official Journal of the European Union

C 152/19

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Communication of the approval of a standard amendment to a product specification for a name in the wine sector, as referred to in Article 17(2) and (3) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33

(2020/C 152/06)

This communication is published in accordance with Article 17(5) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33 (1).

COMMUNICATION OF APPROVAL OF A STANDARD AMENDMENT

‘Cévennes’

PGI-FR-A1151-AM01

Date of communication: 10 February 2020

DESCRIPTION OF AND REASONS FOR THE APPROVED AMENDMENT

1.   Organoleptic description of the wines

In Chapter 1 of the specification for the ‘Cévennes’ protected geographical indication point 3.3 has been expanded to give a more detailed organoleptic description of the wines in terms of colour, aromas and taste.

This amendment to the specification affects the single document, which has been expanded under ‘Description of the wine(s)’.

2.   Demarcated geographical area

The following editorial corrections have been made to point 4.1 of Chapter 1 of the specification:

| — | In the first paragraph, the words ‘The grapes are harvested’ have been replaced by ‘The grapes are produced’, which is a more accurate way of distinguishing the grape production area from the area where the wines are made and developed; |
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In the first paragraph, the words ‘The grapes are harvested’ have been replaced by ‘The grapes are produced’, which is a more accurate way of distinguishing the grape production area from the area where the wines are made and developed;

| — | ‘Fontanès et Peyrolles’ has been corrected to ‘Fontanès’; |
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‘Fontanès et Peyrolles’ has been corrected to ‘Fontanès’;

| — | ‘Peyroles’ has been corrected to ‘Peyrolles’. |
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‘Peyroles’ has been corrected to ‘Peyrolles’.

These amendments have also been made in the single document, under ‘Demarcated geographical area’.

3.   Area in immediate proximity

In point 4.1 of Chapter 1 of the specification, the area in immediate proximity, defined by derogation for the making and development of ‘Cévennes’ PGI wines, has been defined in terms of the communes it comprises in the department of Gard. The area itself has not changed but is now defined in terms of a list of communes and not a list of cantons, in the interests of greater precision.

The list of communes has been drawn up on the basis of the 2019 Official Geographical Code, which is the national reference.

The list of communes constituting the area in immediate proximity is set out under ‘further conditions’ in the single document.

4.   Vine varieties

In point 5 of Chapter 1 of the specification, nine more varieties have been added to the list of vine varieties that may be used to produce ‘Cévennes’ PGI wines. These are:

Artaban N, Cabernet blanc B, Cabernet cortis N, Floreal B, Muscaris B, Soreli B, Souvignier gris B, Vidoc N and Voltis B.

These varieties are known to be resistant to drought and fungal diseases. They are similar to the varieties currently used in the production of ‘Cévennes’ PGI wines, but allow the use of plant protection products to be reduced. They do not alter the characteristics of the wines.

The introduction of these varieties affects the single document under ‘Categories of grapevine product’.

5.   Editorial changes that do not affect the single document

In the interests of greater precision, editorial changes have been made to the table in Chapter 2 of the specification for the ‘Cévennes’ PGI setting out the main points to be checked:

| — | the words ‘Grape harvesting area’ have been replaced by ‘Grape production area’; |
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the words ‘Grape harvesting area’ have been replaced by ‘Grape production area’;

| — | ‘vinification’ has been added after ‘Place of processing’; |
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‘vinification’ has been added after ‘Place of processing’;

| — | the words ‘Analytical checks’ have been replaced by ‘Analytical testing’. |
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the words ‘Analytical checks’ have been replaced by ‘Analytical testing’.

In Chapter 3 of the specification for the ‘Cévennes’ PGI, the details of the certification body acting on behalf of INAO, the competent supervisory authority, have been updated.

These editorial corrections do not affect the single document.

SINGLE DOCUMENT

1.   Name of product

Cévennes

2.   Type of geographical indication

PGI – Protected Geographical Indication

3.   Categories of grapevine product

| 1. | Wine |
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Wine

| 5. | Quality sparkling wine |
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Quality sparkling wine

| 16. | Late harvest wines |
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Late harvest wines

4.   Description of the wine(s)

Still red wines

The ‘Cévennes’ protected geographical indication covers still red, rosé and white wines and late harvest red, rosé and white wines.

The red wines are characterised by their elegance, their powerful aroma and their tannic structures that vary depending on the winemaking technologies used. They are ruby red in colour with tints of purple. The nose is intense and clear, with notes of red and black fruit. These wines are full, dense and flavourful on the palate.

For the still wines, the (minimum or maximum) total alcoholic strength by volume, total acidity, volatile acidity and sulphur dioxide content are as laid down by EU legislation.

| General analytical characteristics |
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| Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | 9 |
| Minimum total acidity | |
| Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) | |
| Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) | |

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

9

Minimum total acidity

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)

Still rosé wines

The rosé wines are primarily made from the Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah grape varieties, either blended or used as a single variety. Their colour varies from pale pink to salmon pink. The nose is subtle and delicate, with light hints of red fruit. Their feel on the palate is full, smooth and delicate, with a marked freshness and an aromatic palette similar to that of the nose.

For the still wines, the (minimum or maximum) total alcoholic strength by volume, total acidity, volatile acidity and sulphur dioxide content are as laid down by EU legislation.

| General analytical characteristics |
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| Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) | 9 |
| Minimum total acidity | |
| Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) | |
| Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) | |

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)

9

Minimum total acidity

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)

Still white wines

The white wines are notable for their delicacy and characteristic freshness. They are a clear, brilliant pale yellow in colour, sometimes with pleasant tints of green. They have a characteristic nose, with notes of pale-fleshed fruit, sometimes also scents of citrus and boxwood, and always have a marked freshness. These wines are lively on the palate, and are fragrant and delicate with a considerable aromatic persistence.

For the still wines, the (minimum or maximum) total alcoholic strength by volume, total acidity, volatile acidity and sulphur dioxide content are as laid down by EU legislation.

| General analytical characteristics |
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| Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) | 9 |
| Minimum total acidity | |
| Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) | |
| Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) | |

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)

9

Minimum total acidity

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)

Late harvest red, rosé and white wines.

The late harvest wines have aromas of ripe fruit.

For the late harvest wines, the (minimum or maximum) actual alcoholic strength by volume, total alcoholic strength by volume, natural alcoholic strength by volume and total sulphur dioxide content are as laid down by EU legislation.

| General analytical characteristics |
| --- |
| Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) | |
| Minimum total acidity | |
| Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) | |
| Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) | |

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)

Minimum total acidity

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)

5.   Winemaking practices

a.   Essential oenological practices

Specific oenological practice

All winemaking practices followed must comply with the requirements laid down at EU level and in the Rural and Maritime Fishing Code.

b.   Maximum yields

90 hectolitres per hectare

6.   Demarcated geographical area

The grapes are produced and PGI ‘Cévennes’ wines are made and developed in the following communes in the department of Gard:

Aigaliers, Aigremont, Aiguèze, Alès, Allègre, Alzon, Anduze, Arpaillargues-et-Aureillac, Arphy, Arre, Arrigas, Aspères, Aubussargues, Aujac, Aulas, Aumessas, Avèze, Bagard, Barjac, Baron, Bessèges, Bez et Esparon, Blandas, Blauzac, Boisset-et-Gaujac, Bonnevaux, Bordezac, Boucoiran-et-Nozières, Bouquet, Bourdic, Bragassargues, Branoux-les-Taillade, Breau Salagosse, Brignon, Brouzet-lès-Alès, Campestre-et-Luc, Canaules-et-Argentières, Cannes-et-Clairan, Cardet, Carnas, Cassagnoles, Castelnau-Valence, Causse-Bégon, Cavillargues, Cendras, Chambon, Chamborigaud, Collorgues, Colognac, Combas, Concoules, Conqueyrac, Corbès, Courry, Crespian, Cros, Cruviers-Lascours, Deaux, Dions, Domessargues, Dourbies, Durfort-et-Saint-Martin-de-Sossenac, Estrechure (l'), Euzet, Foissac, Fontarèches, Fons-Outre-Gardon, Fons-sur-Lussan, Fontanès, Fressac, Gailhan, Gagnières, Gajan, Garrigues-Sainte-Eulalie, Gaujac, Générargues, Génolhac, Goudargues, Grand-Combe (la), Issirac, La Bastide-d’Engras, La Bruguière, La Cadière-et-Cambo, La Calmette, La Capelle-et-Masmolène, La Rouvière, Lamelouze, Lanuéjols, Lasalle, Laval Saint Roman, Laval-Pradel, Le Garn, Le Pin, Lecques, Lédignan, Les Mages, Les Plans, Lézan, Liouc, Logrian-Florian, Lussan, Malon-et-Elze, Mandagout, Mars, Martignargues, Martinet (le), Maruéjols-lès-Gardon, Massanes, Massillargues-Attuech, Mauressargues, Méjannes le Clap, Méjannes-lès-Alès, Meyrannes, Mialet, Molières-Cavaillac, Molières-sur-Cèze, Monoblet, Mons, Montagnac, Montclus, Monteils, Montardier, Montignargues, Montmirat, Montpezat, Moulézan, Moussac, Navacelles, Ners, Notre-Dame-de-la-Rouvière, Orthoux-Sérignac-Quilhan, Peyremale, Peyrolles, Plantiers (les), Pommiers, Pompignan, Ponteils-et-Brésis, Portes, Potelières, Pougnadoresse, Puechredon, Quissac, Revens, Ribaute-les-Tavernes, Rivières, Robiac-Rochessadoule, Rochegude, Rogues, Roquedur, Rousson, Saint-Ambroix, Sainte Anastasie, Saint-André-de-Majencoules, Saint-André-de-Valborgne, Saint-André-de-Roquepertuis, Saint-Bauzély, Saint-Bénézet, Saint-Bonnet-de-Salendrinque, Saint-Brès, Saint-Bresson, Saint-Cézaire-de-Gauzignan, Saint-Chaptes, Saint-Christol-de-Rodières, Saint-Christol-lès-Alès, Saint-Clément, Saint-Denis, Saint-Drézéry, Sainte-Croix-de-Caderle, Sainte-Cécile-d’Andorges, Saint-Etienne-de-l’Olm, Saint-Félix-de-Pallières, Saint-Florent-sur-Auzonnet, Saint-Geniès-de-Malgoirès, Saint-Hilaire-de-Brethmas, Saint-Hippolyte-de-Caton, Saint-Hippolyte-de-Montaigu, Saint-Hippolyte-du-Fort, Saint-Jean-de-Valeriscle, Saint-Jean-du-Gard, Saint-Jean-de-Ceyragues, Saint-Jean-de-Crieulon, Saint-Jean-de-Maruéjols-et-Avéjan, Saint-Jean-de-Serres, Saint-Jean-du-Pin, Saint-Julien-de-la-Nef, Saint-Julien-de-Cassagnas, Saint-Julien-les-Rosiers, Saint-Just-et-Vacquières, Saint-Laurent-le-Minier, Saint-Laurent-la-Vernède, Saint-Mamert-du-Gard Saint-Martial, Saint-Martin-de-Valgalgues, Saint-Maurice-de-Cazevieille, Saint-Nazaire-des-Gardies, Saint-Paul-la-Coste, Saint-Pons-la-Calm, Saint-Privat-de-Champclos, Saint-Privat-des-Vieux, Saint-Roman-de-Codières, Saint-Sauveur-des-Pourcils, Saint-Sébastien-d’Aigrefeuille, Saint-Théodorit, Saint-Victor-de-Malcap, Saint-Victor-des-Oules, Salindres, Salinelles, Salles-du-Gardon (les), Sardan, Saumane, Sauve, Sauzet, Savignargues, Sénechas, Servas, Serviers-et-Labaume, Seynes, Soudorgues, Soustelle, Souvignargues, Sumène, Tharaux, Thoiras, Tornac, Trèves, Vabres, Vallabrix, Valleraugue, Vallérargues, Verfeuil, Vernarède (la), Vézénobres, Vic-le-Fesq, Vigan (le), Villevieille, Vissec.

7.   Main wine grape variety(ies)

| | Alicante Henri Bouschet N
  Alphonse Lavallée N
  Altesse B
  Alvarinho – Albariño
  Aramon N
  Aramon blanc B
  Aramon gris G
  Aranel B
  Arinarnoa N
  Artaban N
  Arvine B – Petite Arvine
  Aubun N – Murescola
  Bourboulenc B – Doucillon blanc
  Brun argenté N – Vaccarèse
  Cabernet blanc B
  Cabernet cortis N
  Cabernet franc N
  Cabernet-Sauvignon N
  Caladoc N
  Cardinal Rg
  Carignan N
  Carignan blanc B
  Carmenère N
  Chardonnay B
  Chasan B
  Chasselas B
  Chenanson N
  Chenin B
  Cinsaut N – Cinsault
  Clairette B
  Clairette rose Rs
  Colombard B
  Cot N – Malbec
  Couderc noir N
  Counoise N
  Danlas B
  Egiodola N
  Floreal B
  Gamay N
  Gamay de Chaudenay N
  Gewurztraminer Rs
  Grenache N
  Grenache blanc B
  Grenache gris G
  Gros Manseng B
  Lival N
  Lledoner pelut N
  Macabeu B – Macabeo
  Marsanne B
  Marselan N
  Maréchal Foch N
  Mauzac B
  Merlot N
  Mondeuse N
  Morrastel N – Minustellu, Graciano
  Mourvèdre N – Monastrell
  Muscaris B
  Muscat d’Alexandrie B – Muscat, Moscato
  Muscat de Hambourg N – Muscat, Moscato
  Muscat à petits grains blancs B – Muscat, Moscato
  Muscat à petits grains roses Rs – Muscat, Moscato
  Muscat à petits grains rouges Rg – Muscat, Moscato
  Nielluccio N – Nielluciu
  Négrette N
  Petit Manseng B
  Petit Verdot N
  Pinot gris G
  Pinot noir N
  Piquepoul blanc B
  Piquepoul gris G
  Piquepoul noir N
  Portan N
  Riesling B
  Rivairenc N – Aspiran noir
  Roussanne B
  Sauvignon B – Sauvignon blanc
  Sauvignon gris G – Fié gris
  Sciaccarello N
  Semillon B
  Servant B
  Soreli B
  Souvignier gris Rs
  Sylvaner B
  Syrah N – Shiraz
  Tannat N
  Tempranillo N
  Terret blanc B
  Terret gris G
  Terret noir N
  Ugni blanc B
  Verdelho B
  Vermentino B – Rolle
  Vidoc N
  Villard blanc B
  Villard noir N
  Viognier B
  Voltis B |
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Alicante Henri Bouschet N

Alphonse Lavallée N

Altesse B

Alvarinho – Albariño

Aramon N

Aramon blanc B

Aramon gris G

Aranel B

Arinarnoa N

Artaban N

Arvine B – Petite Arvine

Aubun N – Murescola

Bourboulenc B – Doucillon blanc

Brun argenté N – Vaccarèse

Cabernet blanc B

Cabernet cortis N

Cabernet franc N

Cabernet-Sauvignon N

Caladoc N

Cardinal Rg

Carignan N

Carignan blanc B

Carmenère N

Chardonnay B

Chasan B

Chasselas B

Chenanson N

Chenin B

Cinsaut N – Cinsault

Clairette B

Clairette rose Rs

Colombard B

Cot N – Malbec

Couderc noir N

Counoise N

Danlas B

Egiodola N

Floreal B

Gamay N

Gamay de Chaudenay N

Gewurztraminer Rs

Grenache N

Grenache blanc B

Grenache gris G

Gros Manseng B

Lival N

Lledoner pelut N

Macabeu B – Macabeo

Marsanne B

Marselan N

Maréchal Foch N

Mauzac B

Merlot N

Mondeuse N

Morrastel N – Minustellu, Graciano

Mourvèdre N – Monastrell

Muscaris B

Muscat d’Alexandrie B – Muscat, Moscato

Muscat de Hambourg N – Muscat, Moscato

Muscat à petits grains blancs B – Muscat, Moscato

Muscat à petits grains roses Rs – Muscat, Moscato

Muscat à petits grains rouges Rg – Muscat, Moscato

Nielluccio N – Nielluciu

Négrette N

Petit Manseng B

Petit Verdot N

Pinot gris G

Pinot noir N

Piquepoul blanc B

Piquepoul gris G

Piquepoul noir N

Portan N

Riesling B

Rivairenc N – Aspiran noir

Roussanne B

Sauvignon B – Sauvignon blanc

Sauvignon gris G – Fié gris

Sciaccarello N

Semillon B

Servant B

Soreli B

Souvignier gris Rs

Sylvaner B

Syrah N – Shiraz

Tannat N

Tempranillo N

Terret blanc B

Terret gris G

Terret noir N

Ugni blanc B

Verdelho B

Vermentino B – Rolle

Vidoc N

Villard blanc B

Villard noir N

Viognier B

Voltis B

8.   Description of the link(s)

The Cévennes vineyards are located in the department of Gard in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France. They take their name from the Cévennes massif, the southernmost mountain range of the Massif Central.

The rugged and varied environment of the Cévennes has compelled growers to vary their activities depending on the soil and climatic conditions. Thus, generally speaking, the vineyards begin where the chestnut trees stop.

Chiefly planted in carbonate soils, the vineyards are located on hilly terrain shaped by the rivers flowing down from the Cévennes, where vines grow alongside orchards, olive trees and cereal crops.

The foothills of the Cévennes are characterised by a moderate Mediterranean climate, with a strong contrast between the seasons and rainy spells around the equinoxes that are often fierce (known as épisodes Cévenols). Thanks to the presence of the mountains, the north wind is mild and there are significant temperature fluctuations during the ripening stage, which enhance the quality of the grapes. For centuries, vines were grown together with other crops and the wine produced was consumed locally.

Thus, when chestnut and mulberry growing ran into trouble, it was possible to replace these activities with viticulture. The vineyards underwent their greatest period of expansion during the 19th century, although the vine never became a monoculture, as it did in the low plains of Languedoc.

Cévennes wine was first recognised by decree on 27 August 1992. The volume of wine produced within the geographical area is around 80 000 hectolitres, encompassing red, rosé and white wines, with a marked increase in rosé wine production.

The wines are typically made from a combination of traditional Mediterranean grape varieties (Carignan, Grenache, Cinsaut) and internationally renowned varieties, such as Merlot, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Syrah for red wines and Chardonnay, Sauvignon and Viognier for white wines.

The red wines are characterised by their elegance and powerful aroma, and the rosé and white wines by their delicacy and typical freshness.

The sparkling wines, made from a selection of the most suitable still wines, have the same aromatic features. The introduction of new varieties over the past four decades has allowed winemakers to diversify, particularly since the introduction of earlier varieties especially suited to the climate of the Cévennes foothills.

The wines generally possess a good balance between elegance and freshness, a palpable reflection of the area’s unique climate.

Winemaking occupies a special place in the farming economy of the Cévennes and, along with other products such as sweet onions, chestnuts and Pélardon cheese, contributes to the reputation of the area’s produce.

These products, along with the development of the tourist economy – particularly around the Cévennes National Park – have provided the region with a newfound stability and are helping to preserve its stunning landscapes shaped by human activity over the centuries.

9.   Essential further conditions (packaging, labelling, other requirements)

Additional labelling terms

Legal framework:

National legislation

Type of further condition:

Additional provisions relating to labelling

Description of the condition:

The protected geographical indication ‘Cévennes’ may be supplemented by the name of one or more grape varieties.

The protected geographical indication ‘Cévennes’ may be supplemented by the terms ‘primeur’ or ‘nouveau’. The terms ‘primeur’ and ‘nouveau’ are used for still wines only.

The European Union PGI logo must appear on the label if the words ‘Indication géographique protégée’ (protected geographical indication) are replaced by the traditional term ‘Vin de pays’.

Area in immediate proximity

Legal framework:

National legislation

Type of further condition:

Derogation concerning production in the demarcated geographical area

Description of the condition:

The area in immediate proximity, defined by derogation for the making and development of ‘Cévennes’ PGI wines comprises the following communes in the department of Gard, based on the 2019 Official Geographical Code:

Aigues-Mortes, Aigues-Vives, Aimargues, Aramon, Argilliers, Aubais, Aubord, Aujargues, Bagnols-sur-Cèze, Beaucaire, Beauvoisin, Bellegarde, Belvézet, Bernis, Bezouce, Boissières, Bouillargues, Cabrières, Caissargues, Calvisson, Carsan, Castillon-du-Gard, Caveirac, Chusclan, Clarensac, Codognan, Codolet, Collias, Comps, Congénies, Connaux, Cornillon, Domazan, Estézargues, Flaux, Fournès, Fourques, Gallargues-le-Montueux, Garons, Générac, Jonquières-Saint-Vincent, Junas, La Roque-sur-Cèze, Langlade, Laudun-l’Ardoise, Le Cailar, Le Grau-du-Roi, Lédenon, Les Angles, Lirac, Manduel, Marguerittes, Meynes, Milhaud, Montaren-et-Saint-Médiers, Montfaucon, Montfrin, Mus, Nages-et-Solorgues, Nîmes, Orsan, Parignargues, Pont-Saint-Esprit, Poulx, Pouzilhac, Pujaut, Redessan, Remoulins, Rochefort-du-Gard, Rodilhan, Roquemaure, Sabran, Saint-Alexandre, Saint-André-d’Olérargues, Saint-Bonnet-du-Gard, Saint-Côme-et-Maruéjols, Saint-Dionisy, Saint-Etienne-des-Sorts, Saint-Geniès-de-Comolas, Saint-Gervais, Saint-Gervasy, Saint-Gilles, Saint-Hilaire-d’Ozilhan, Saint-Julien-de-Peyrolas, Saint-Laurent-d’Aigouze, Saint-Laurent-de-Carnols, Saint-Laurent-des-Arbres, Saint-Marcel-de-Careiret, Saint-Maximin, Saint-Michel-d’Euzet, Saint-Nazaire, Saint-Paul-les-Fonts, Saint-Paulet-de-Caisson, Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie, Saint-Siffret, Saint-Victor-la-Coste, Salazac, Sanilhac-Sagriès, Sauveterre, Saze, Sernhac, Sommières, Tavel, Théziers, Tresques, Uchaud, Uzès, Vallabrègues, Valliguières, Vauvert, Vénéjan, Vergèze, Vers-Pont-du-Gard, Vestric-et-Candiac, Villeneuve-lès-Avignon.

Link to the product specification

https://info.agriculture.gouv.fr/gedei/site/bo-agri/document_administratif-6ec30fda-501e-46f5-bc91-936ce505bac7

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(1)  OJ L 9, 11.1.2019, p. 2.

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