Publication of an approved standard amendment to a product specification of a protected designation of origin or protected geographical indications in the sector of the agricultural products and foodstuffs, as referred to in Article 6b(2) and (3) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 664/2014 2023/C 70/11
Date: 2023-02-27
Institutions: Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development, European Commission
Subjects: Italy, Veneto, consumer information, designation of origin, labelling, product designation, quality control of agricultural products, stone fruit




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27.2.2023   


EN


Official Journal of the European Union


C 70/21






Publication of an approved standard amendment to a product specification of a protected designation of origin or protected geographical indications in the sector of the agricultural products and foodstuffs, as referred to in Article 6b(2) and (3) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 664/2014
(2023/C 70/11)
This communication is published in accordance with Article 6b(5) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 664/2014 (1).

Communicating the approval of a standard amendment to the product specification of a protected designation of origin or protected geographical indication originating in a Member State


(Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012)


EU No: PGI-IT-0146-AM01 - 29.11.2022

1.   Name of the product

‘Ciliegia di Marostica’
2.   Member State to which the geographical area belongs

Italy
3.   Member State authority communicating the standard amendment

Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies
4.   Description of the approved amendment(s)


Amendment 1

Description: In Article 1 of the product specification, the phrase ‘Regulation (EC) No 510/2006 and referred to in’ has been deleted.
Reason: This amendment removes an outdated legal reference.
This amendment concerns Article 1 of the product specification and not the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 2

Description: In Article 3 of the product specification, the names of the municipalities of Mason and Molvena have been deleted and replaced by that of the municipality of Colceresa.
Reason: The amendment is of an administrative and purely formal nature, since the municipality of Colceresa was formed by the merger of the municipalities of Mason and Molvena and has not changed the pre-existing administrative boundaries.
The amendment concerns Article 1 of the product specification and point 4 of the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 3

Description: The text and title of Article 4 of the product specification:


‘Article 4 – Proof of origin – Checks
Facilities suitable for the production of “Ciliegia di Marostica” PGI are entered on a specific list kept and updated by the control body referred to in Article 10(1) of Regulation (EEC) No 510/2006.
The producer or association body must inform the inspection body of the indicative starting date 10 days before the harvest takes place.
Within 30 days of the end of the harvest, the producer must submit a final annual production declaration to the control body.
Similarly, at the end of the marketing period, the packager must submit a final declaration to the control body.
The conformity of the product to the product specification is monitored by a control body, in accordance with the provisions of Articles 10 and 11 of Council Regulation (EC) No 510/2006. This body is CSQA Certificazioni, Via S. Gaetano, 74, 36016 Thiene (Vicenza). Tel. +39.0445.313070, Fax. +39.0445 313070, Email: csqua@csqa.it.’


are amended as follows:

‘Each stage of the production process of “Ciliegia di Marostica” PGI is monitored by documenting, for each stage, the inputs (input products) and outputs (output products). In this way, and by entering the cadastral parcels on which production is carried out, producers and packagers in appropriate lists, managed by the control body, and by notifying the control body of the quantities produced, product traceability (from upstream to downstream of the production chain) is ensured.
All natural and legal persons entered in the relevant lists are subject to checks by the control body in accordance with the product specification and the associated control plan.’

Reason: The new text of Article 4 defines in more detail the operations aimed at guaranteeing the origin of the product. In addition, some outdated legal references have been deleted. Furthermore, the last paragraph of Article 4 of the product specification has been moved and constitutes the new Article 7.
This amendment concerns Article 4 of the product specification and not the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 4

Description: The list of usable varieties in Article 5 – Method of production:
‘The name “Ciliegia di Marostica” refers to the fruit obtained from the cultivation of varieties belonging to the following groups:






a)


the very early varieties “Sandra” and “Francese”, the latter comprising the Bigarreau Moreau and Burlat varieties;










b)


the medium-early variety “Roana” and the early Durone variety“Romana”;










c)


the late varieties “Milanese”, “Durone Rosso” (similar to Ferrovia) and “Bella Italia”;










d)


“Sandra Tardiva”;










e)


the “Van”, “Giorgia”, “Ferrovia”, “Durone Nero I”, “Durone Nero II” and “Mora di Cazzano” varieties.




The following varieties are also permitted: “Bella di Pistoia” (“Durone Rosso”), “Black Star”, “Early Bigi”, “Grace Star”, “Kordia”, “Lapins”, “Marostegana”, “Prime Giant”, “Regina” and “Folfer”.’
has been amended to read:


‘Article 5 - Method of production
The name “Ciliegia di Marostica” refers to the fruit obtained from the cultivation of varieties belonging to the following groups:






a)


the very early varieties “Sandra” and “Francese”, the latter comprising the Bigarreau Moreau and Burlat varieties;










b)


the medium-early variety “Roana” and the early Durone variety “Romana”;










c)


the late varieties “Milanese”, “Durone Rosso” (similar to Ferrovia) and “Bella Italia”;










d)


“Sandra Tardiva”;










e)


the “Van”, “Giorgia”, “Ferrovia”, “Durone Nero I”, “Durone Nero II” and “Mora di Cazzano” varieties.




The following varieties are also permitted: “Bella di Pistoia” (“Durone Rosso”), “Black Star”, “Early Bigi”, “Grace Star”, “Kordia”, “Lapins”, “Marostegana”, “Prime Giant”, “Regina”, “Folfer”, “Sweet Early”, “Sweet Heart”, “Frisco”, “Rocket”, “Vera”, “Nimba”, “Red Pacific”, “Early Lory”, “Adriana”, “Celeste”, “Sweet Aryana”, “Sweet Lorenz”, “Sweet Gabriel” and “Stella”.’


Reason: The list of varieties has been supplemented by a number of varieties that are of interest to producers of ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ PGI because of their excellent conformity with the quality characteristics of the PGI and their adaptability to the soil and climate environment of the production area.
This amendment concerns Article 5 of the product specification and point 3.2 of the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 5

Description: in Article 5, after the list of varieties, in the second paragraph, the text:

‘The permitted cultivation techniques are as follows: for new orchards:’

is amended as follows:

‘The permitted cultivation techniques are described below.

1)   For new orchards:’


Reason: The amendment is purely editorial in nature.
This amendment concerns Article 5 of the product specification and not the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 6

Description: In Article 5, after the sentence ‘The adoption of a fertilisation plan drawn up by a specialist technician is mandatory;’ , the following paragraph has been inserted:

‘Rootstocks: all rootstocks suitable for sweet cherries are permitted, depending on the soil and climate characteristics of the production area and on the varieties listed above;’

Reason: This amendment specifies that the rootstocks to be used in new orchards of ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ PGI must be chosen on the basis of the soil and climate characteristics of the production area and the varieties listed in the same article.
This amendment concerns Article 5 of the product specification and not the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 7

Description: Also in Article 5, the paragraph






‘b)


Plant material: the use of grafts of certified quality, virus-free or controlled, of the varieties referred to in Article 2 above, onto stocks from Prunus avium, Prunus cerasus or Prunus mahaleb, is permitted. Field grafting is also permitted.




For all orchards:’
is amended as follows:






‘b)


Plant material: the use of grafts of certified quality, virus-free or controlled, of the varieties listed above, onto stocks from Prunus avium, Prunus cerasus or Prunus mahaleb, is permitted. Field grafting is also permitted.





2)   For all orchards:’

by replacing the phrase ‘in Article 2 above’ with the phrase ‘listed above’ and by inserting the numbering 2).
Reason: The amendment is necessary to correct a typographical error and to add a purely editorial element.
This amendment concerns Article 5 of the product specification and not the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 8

Description: The following article is inserted:


‘Article 7 – Control body
Checks on the application of the provisions of this product specification shall be carried out in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.
The control body responsible for verification is CSQA Certificazioni s.r.l., Via S. Gaetano 74, 36016 Thiene (VI), Italy, Tel. +39 0445313011, Fax +39 0445313070, Email: csqa@csqa.it, certified Email: csqa@legalmail.it.’


Reason: The new Article 7 is the partially redrafted last paragraph of Article 4. The contact details of the control body responsible for checking that the product complies with the product specification have also been updated.
This amendment concerns the new Article 7 of the product specification and not the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 9

Description:‘Article 7 - Labelling and packaging

‘“Ciliegia di Marostica” marketed for consuming fresh must be packed in special containers of sizes varying between 250 g and 10,0 kg.
The materials used must be non-toxic, new and clean, and preferably made of wood, plastic or cardboard.’

is amended as follows:


‘Article 8 – Labelling and packaging
“Ciliegia di Marostica” marketed for consuming fresh must be packed in special containers of a maximum capacity of 10 kg.
The materials must be suitable for food contact.’


Reason: Following the introduction of the article on the control body, Article 7 has been renumbered and becomes Article 8. In addition, the references to the minimum capacity (250 grams) and to the materials used in the manufacture of containers have been deleted in order to allow for greater flexibility in the use of containers and to take account of technological advances in the packaging industry.
This amendment concerns Article 8 (formerly Article 7) of the product specification and point 3.6 of the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.

Amendment 10

Description: In point (c) of Article 8 (formerly Article 7) of the product specification, the word ‘batch’ has been added.
Reason: As an alternative to the date of packaging, the packaging batch may now be indicated on the package or on the label.
This amendment concerns Article 8 (formerly Article 7) of the product specification and not the single document. It should be regarded as a standard amendment as it does not fall within the scope of Article 53(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012.
5.   Annexes









1.


The decision approving the standard amendment.












2.


The consolidated single document, as amended, where relevant.












3.


The electronic reference to the publication of the consolidated product specification, as amended.












4.


The declaration that the approved standard amendment meets the requirements of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012 and provisions adopted pursuant thereto.




SINGLE DOCUMENT
‘CILIEGIA DI MAROSTICA’

EU No: EU No: PGI-IT-0146-AM01 - 29.11.2022


PDO ( ) PGI (X)

1.   Name(s)

Ciliegia di Marostica
2.   Member State or third country

Italy
3.   Description of the agricultural product or foodstuff
3.1.   Type of product [as in Annex XI]

Class 1.6 – Fruit, vegetables and cereals fresh or processed
3.2.   Description of product to which the name in (1) applies

The name ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ refers to the fruit obtained from the cultivation of varieties that belong to the following groups:






—


the very early varieties ‘Sandra’ and ‘Francese’, the latter comprising the Bigarreau Moreau and Burlat varieties;










—


the medium-early variety ‘Roana’ and the early Durone variety ‘Roman’;










—


the late variety ‘Milanese’, ‘Durone Rosso’ (similar to Ferrovia) and ‘Bella Italia’;










—


‘Sandra Tardiva’;










—


the ‘Van’, ‘Giorgia’, ‘Ferrovia’, ‘Durone Nero I’, ‘Durone Nero II’ and ‘Mora di Cazzano’ varieties.




The following varieties are also permitted: ‘Bella di Pistoia’ (‘Durone Rosso’), ‘Black Star’, ‘Early Bigi’, ‘Grace Star’, ‘Kordia’, ‘Lapins’, ‘Marostegana’, ‘Prime Giant’, ‘Regina’, ‘Folfer’, ‘Sweet Early’, ‘Sweet Heart’, ‘Frisco’, ‘Rocket’, ‘Vera’, ‘Nimba’, ‘Red Pacific’, ‘Early Lory’, ‘Adriana’, ‘Celeste’, ‘Sweet Aryana’, ‘Sweet Lorenz’, ‘Sweet Gabriel’ and ‘Stella’.
The ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ for consuming fresh is large in size and intense in colour, varying from bright red to dark red depending on the variety.
The fruit marketed for consuming fresh must be intact, healthy, with stalk, clean and free of visible impurities on the surface.
The minimum size of the fruit for consuming fresh is 23 mm.
Fruit intended for other purposes (e.g. confectionery) may be without stalk, partially intact and be smaller than 23 mm.
3.3.   Feed (for products of animal origin only) and raw materials (for processed products only)

-
3.4.   Specific steps in production that must take place in the identified geographical area

All stages in the growing and harvesting of ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ must take place in the identified geographical area.
Cherries marketed for consuming fresh must be harvested by hand.
3.5.   Specific rules concerning slicing, grating, packaging, etc. of the product the registered name refers to

The fruit must be packed in containers with rigid sides. Substandard and undersized fruit should be sorted and removed on the production site.
Until the fruit is marketed, it must be stored in a cool and shaded place to prevent loss of quality and shelf life.
Products that have not been sold within 48 hours of harvesting must be properly refrigerated or treated by other methods designed to slow down the fruit’s metabolic processes.
3.6.   Specific rules concerning labelling of the product the registered name refers to

‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ PGI intended for sale for fresh consumption must be packed in special containers with a maximum capacity of 10 kg.
The materials used must be suitable for food contact.
The contents of each pack must be uniform and consist exclusively of cherries of the same origin, variety and quality.
As regards non-uniformity in size, a tolerance of 10 % applies as regards the number or weight of cherries in each individual pack.
The use of the EU symbol is compulsory.
Each pack must bear the following logo of the geographical indication:





4.   Concise definition of the geographical area

The production area of ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ comprises the administrative territory of 8 municipalities in the province of Vicenza: Marostica, Salcedo, Fara Vicentino, Breganze, Colceresa, Pianezze, Bassano and Schiavon.
5.   Link with the geographical area

The production area of the ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ has long been documented as being well suited to the growing of cherries. The quality of the cherries harvested in the area has been acknowledged by several authors.
This area extends northwards over a hilly area with an altitude of between 100 and 400 metres; the southern part comprises high plains with a predominant altitude of between 90 and 100 metres above sea level.
The land on which the cherries are cultivated and which derives in large part from Tertiary basalt rock is particularly fertile, poor in nitrogen but rich in potassium.
This type of substrate, together with the sloping southern exposure, prevents the stagnation of water and the build-up of sugars.
The area has a moderate and breezy climate with almost no fog and is protected by the Alps and Dolomites to the north.
The cherries are heart-shaped, large in size, bright red to dark red in colour and their flesh is moderately juicy, with a sweet and very pleasant flavour.
The link between ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ and its production area is the fruit’s traditional reputation, which dates back to the 15th century and continues to the present day.
The growing of cherries on the hills of Marostica has been documented in historical records going back to Roman times and later eras.
The renown of the ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ seems to hark back to the ancient story of a game of chess played with live pieces in 1454 between two knights who were vying for the hand of a young lady, the daughter of Taddeo Parisio, lord and governor of the ‘noble lands and castle of Marostica’. The winner of the game duly married the governor’s daughter while the loser married her sister. In memory of that happy event, Taddeo Parisio ordered that cherry trees be planted throughout the area.
The ‘Mostra regionale delle ciliegie’ (Regional Cherry Fair), which is held in the production area every year at the end of May, commemorates the chess game by choosing two young ladies who take on the role of the brides in the re-enactment of this piece of history.
A cherry market has operated in the Marostica area since 1950, which testifies to the territory’s age-old propensity for the growing of cherries.
The Marostica region also has a ‘Cherry Trail’, which runs from the city of Bassano along a route that starts off flat and then cuts across hills and valleys, taking in all the areas involved in the production of cherries.
A key reason for the renown of the ‘Ciliegia di Marostica’ is the producers’ know-how both in planting and tending the cherry orchards, which are often located on hills and slopes, and in the special care with which the cherries are harvested by hand.
The skill with which they have consistently and continuously grown cherry trees on hillsides in the mild climate of Vicenza province has, for several centuries, produced a fruit appreciated for its colour, juiciness and sweet flavour.

Reference to publication of the product specification

(the second subparagraph of Article 6(1) of this Regulation)
The full text of the product specification is available on the following website:
https://www.politicheagricole.it/flex/cm/pages/ServeBLOB.php/L/IT/IDPagina/3343


(1)  OJ L 179, 19.6.2014, p. 17.