Publication of a communication of 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 2023/C 230/15
Date: 2023-06-30
Institutions: Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development, European Commission
Subjects: Castile-La Mancha, Region of Murcia, Spain, consumer information, designation of origin, fortified wine, labelling, product designation, red wine, rosé wine, white wine








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30.6.2023   


EN


Official Journal of the European Union


C 230/194






Publication of a communication of 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
(2023/C 230/15)
This communication is published in accordance with Article 17(5) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33 (1).
COMMUNICATING THE APPROVAL OF A STANDARD AMENDMENT

‘Jumilla’


PDO-ES-A0109-AM06


Date of communication: 4 April 2023


DESCRIPTION OF AND REASONS FOR THE APPROVED AMENDMENT

1.   Introduction of two new varieties

Description:
The varieties Merseguera and Viognier have been added.
Point 6 of the specification and point 7 of the single document have been amended.
It is a standard amendment as it does not meet any of the criteria laid down in Article 105(2) of Regulation (EU) 1308/2013, single CMO.
Reason:
White variety Viognier.
This variety is permitted by the authorities, both in the region of Murcia and the Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha. Two registered and certified wineries of the Jumilla PDO conducted studies which formed the basis of technical reports. These were taken into account when the variety was assessed for its suitability for producing PDO Jumilla wines. The reports confirm that the variety has the appropriate agricultural and wine-related characteristics for inclusion in the specification for this PDO. Inclusion of this variety increases the options for operators in growing, producing and subsequently placing the wine on the market. It offers consumers another product, combining the typical characteristics conferred by the climate and soil-type of this PDO, but nevertheless retaining the distinctive character of the grape.
Re-introduction of the white variety Merseguera.
This variety is permitted by the authorities, both in the region of Murcia and the Autonomous Community of Castile-La Mancha. This variety has been included as suitable for making PDO Jumilla wines. The intention is to reclaim a local grape variety which was previously authorised in the specification for this PDO. Over time, this variety has proved to be adapted to the climate conditions of this area, amply demonstrating its appropriate agricultural and wine-related characteristics for making PDO Jumilla wines. For some years, the white grape varieties were considered inferior to the red, which led to them being removed from the specification. However, experience has shown that the white varieties are perfectly adapted to this PDO. Furthermore, they produce wines with characteristics of sufficient quality to be placed on the market as wines of the PDO Jumilla, and for which there is market demand. Merseguera is one such white variety.
2.   Changes to the labelling rules

Description:
The maximum permitted height of the letters in the name of the protected designation of origin (‘Jumilla’) has been increased from 10 mm to 20 mm. However, this maximum height must always be smaller than the size of the trade mark.
Section 8(b)(v) of the product specification and section 9 of the single document have been amended.
It is a standard amendment as it does not meet any of the criteria laid down in Article 105(2) of Regulation (EU) 1308/2013, single CMO.
Reason:
Increasing the maximum height of the name of the protected designation of origin on the labels of this wine is intended to enable operators to make the word ‘JUMILLA’ more visible on the packaging. This will help to promote it to consumers.
SINGLE DOCUMENT
1.   Name(s)

Jumilla
2.   Geographical indication type

PDO – Protected Designation of Origin
3.   Categories of grapevine products







1.


Wine










3.


Liqueur wine




4.   Description of the wine(s)

1.   White wines (Jumilla and Jumilla Dulce)

CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Appearance: ranging from steely to topaz. Clear and bright.
Aroma: fresh fruit. The sweet wines may have dried fruit notes.
Taste: balance of acidity and sweetness. In the sweet wines, sweetness predominates over acidity.






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Analytical requirements not included in the table are in accordance with EU wine legislation in force.










General analytical characteristics




Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)


 




Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)


11 




Minimum total acidity


4  grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid




Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)


13,3 




Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)


 




2.   Rosé wines (Jumilla and Jumilla Dulce)

CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Appearance: ranging from raspberry-pink to pale salmon. Clear and bright.
Aroma: fresh fruit. Red fruit. The sweet wines may have dried fruit notes.
Taste: balanced acidity. In the sweet wines, sweetness predominates over acidity.






*


Analytical requirements not included in the table are in accordance with EU wine legislation in force.










General analytical characteristics




Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)


 




Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)


11,5 




Minimum total acidity


4  grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid




Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)


13,3 




Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)


 




3.   Rosé wines (Jumilla Monastrell)

CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Appearance: ranging from raspberry-pink to pale salmon. Clear and bright.
Aroma: fresh fruit. Red fruit. The sweet wines may have dried fruit notes.
Taste: balanced acidity. In the sweet wines, sweetness predominates over acidity.






*


Analytical requirements not included in the table are in accordance with EU wine legislation in force.










General analytical characteristics




Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)


 




Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)


12 




Minimum total acidity


4  grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid




Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)


13,3 




Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)


 




4.   Red wines (Jumilla Monastrell)

CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Appearance: ranging from violet to brick-red, sweet wines may develop an ochre shade. Clear and bright.
Aroma: red fruit. Black fruit. The sweet wines have dried fruit notes.
Taste: balanced acidity. Tannic. In the sweet wines, sweetness predominates over acidity.






*


Analytical requirements not included in the table are in accordance with EU wine legislation in force.










General analytical characteristics




Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)


 




Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)


12,5 




Minimum total acidity


4  grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid




Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)


13,3 




Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)


 




5.   Red wines (Jumilla and Jumilla Dulce)

CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Appearance: ranging from violet to brick-red, sweet wines may develop an ochre shade. Clear and bright.
Aroma: red fruit. Black fruit. The sweet wines have dried fruit notes.
Taste: balanced acidity. Tannic. In the sweet wines, sweetness predominates over acidity.






*


Analytical requirements not included in the table are in accordance with EU wine legislation in force.










General analytical characteristics




Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)


 




Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)


12 




Minimum total acidity


4  grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid




Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)


13,3 




Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)


 




6.   Liqueur wines (Tinto Monastrell)

CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Appearance: ranging from cherry red to ochre. Clear and bright.
Aroma: black fruit. Dried fruit.
Taste: sweetness predominates over acidity. Tannic.






*


Analytical requirements not included in the table are in accordance with EU wine legislation in force.










General analytical characteristics




Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume)


 




Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume)


15 




Minimum total acidity


in milliequivalents per litre




Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre)


 




Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre)


 




5.   Wine-making practices

5.1.   Specific oenological practices
1.    
Cultivation method
Vineyards covered by the ‘Jumilla’ protected designation of origin can be subject to extensive cultivation or intensive cultivation methods.






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Extensive cultivation: for vineyards in which, for reasons of terrain, altitude, rainfall and other environmental factors, planting density complies with the following agricultural parameters: maximum 1 900 plants per hectare and minimum 1 100 plants per hectare.










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Intensive cultivation: for vineyards which, again according to environmental conditions, comply with the following agricultural parameters: planting density between 3 350 and 1 500 plants per hectare.



2.    
Specific oenological practice
Grapes are harvested in a way that does not harm their quality. For wines covered by the PDO, only healthy grapes are used which are sufficiently ripe and at a minimum of 10,70 o Baumé for white grapes, and 11 o Baumé for red grapes.
Monastrell grapes intended to be used for liqueur wine must be at a minimum of 13 o Baumé when harvested.
In pressing, the must and wine are subject to pressures giving a maximum yield that, following transformation, cannot exceed 74 litres of finished wine per 100 kilograms of grapes.
For the purpose of calculating the ageing processes, the first day of October of each year is taken as the start.
5.2.   Maximum yields

1.   Widely cultivated red varieties
5 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare2.    
37 hectolitres per hectare
3.   Widely cultivated white varieties
5 625 kilograms of grapes per hectare4.    
41,62 hectolitres per hectare
5.   Intensive cultivation
8 750 kilograms of grapes per hectare6.    
64,75 hectolitres per hectare
6.   Demarcated geographical area

The production area for wines covered by the protected designation of origin ‘Jumilla’ comprises land situated within the municipalities of Jumilla, in the province of Murcia, and Fuentealamo, Albatana, Ontur, Hellín, Tobarra and Montealegre del Castillo in the province of Albacete.
7.   Wine grapes variety(ies)

AIREN
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
CHARDONNAY
GARNACHA TINTA
GARNACHA TINTORERA
MACABEO - VIURA
MALVASIA AROMÁTICA - MALVASÍA SITGES
MERLOT
MERSEGUERA
MONASTRELL
MOSCATEL DE GRANO MENUDO
PEDRO XIMENEZ
PETIT VERDOT
SAUVIGNON BLANC
SYRAH
TEMPRANILLO - CENCIBEL
VERDEJO
VIOGNIER
8.   Description of the link(s)

8.1.   Wine

The most important grape is Monastrell, a very hardy variety that is perfectly adapted to the harsh conditions of the area, with its drought, very hot summers and spring frosts. It produces full bodied, fleshy wines, rich in alcohol and acidity with highly characteristic aromas of ripe fruit and a well-integrated astringency.
The other authorised varieties perfectly complement Monastrell, stabilising the colour and adding acidity and ageing capacity, as well as harmonising the aromas perfectly.
8.2.   Liqueur wines

These wines are made from Monastrell, a variety which gives them colour intensity ranging from medium to very high, potentially almost opaque, as a result of the high temperatures characteristic of the area.
9.   Essential further conditions (packaging, labelling, other requirements)


Labelling

Legal framework:






 


In national legislation




Type of further condition:






 


Additional provisions relating to labelling




Description of the condition:






 


The name of the protected designation of origin must appear prominently on the labels, in a font that must be a minimum of 3 millimetres and a maximum of 20 millimetres in height. This maximum height must also be smaller than the size of the trade mark.










 


The name must appear next to the words ‘Denominación de Origen Protegida’ [protected designation of origin] or ‘Denominación de Origen’ [designation of origin], which must be in a font of a minimum of 2 millimetres in height, but which must always be smaller than the accompanying name of the PDO.










 


Other references will be those laid down in the general legislation on wine labelling, and in the specific rules and regulations on labelling established by the Regulatory Board and currently in force.










 


Packaging must include quality seals, secondary labels or numbered labels issued by the Regulatory Board. These must be affixed by the winery and be visible on the packaging in a way that prevents their re-use.





Transporting wines

Legal framework:






 


For an organisation that manages PDOs/PGIs, when thus provided for by Member States.




Type of further condition:






 


Packaging within the demarcated geographical area




Description of the condition:






 


The protected wine must be packaged exclusively in facilities located within the production area of PDO Jumilla.










 


In order to ensure appropriate use of the PDO, all protected wines must be dispatched in the packaging.










 


Production of the wines with the designation of origin does not end with the process of transforming must into wine through alcoholic fermentation and other, supplementary processes, but rather with packaging. This must be considered the final stage in the production of these wines, since it involves other wine-making practices that could affect the special characteristics, namely: filtering, stabilisation and various types of corrective measures. Furthermore, in many cases, a period of bottle ageing is necessary in order to round out the finished wine. In addition, it is clear that transport over long distances or for prolonged periods increases the risk of alterations to the product, such as oxidation or temperature changes, which adversely affect the quality. Therefore, in order to preserve the quality of the wine, it is necessary to bottle it within the demarcated area of the PDO.










 


The control body is appointed by the competent Spanish authority and accredited by the National Accreditation Body under ISO 17065 on product certification. In the case of bulk volumes dispatched to operators outside the demarcated area, the control body can only guarantee origin and compliance with the Jumilla PDO up to the point of dispatch. However, for reasons of logistics and cost, the control body cannot operate in destination countries where, in practice, the national competent authorities do not carry out controls either. Some 75 % of consignments in bulk go to third countries. Consequently, the control body does not know how these wines are placed on the market. What it does know is that the bottles do not display the secondary label or numbered seal as required since there are no requests for these from the bottling operations. This means that there should not be bottling operations involving the Jumilla PDO outside of the demarcated area. Therefore, in order to guarantee the origin and to safeguard control, it is necessary for all the wine to be bottled within the demarcated area.





Link to the product specification

https://www.mapa.gob.es/es/alimentacion/temas/calidad-diferenciada/dop-igp/htm/DOP_Jumilla.aspx


(1)  OJ L 9, 11.1.2019, p. 2.