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
Date: 2025-04-23
Institutions: Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development, European Commission
Subjects: Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France, consumer information, designation of origin, labelling, product designation, quality control of agricultural products, still wine, white wine








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C/2025/2447


23.4.2025






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
(C/2025/2447)

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


                     ‘Chablis’
                  


PDO-FR-A0736-AM01


DESCRIPTION OF AND REASONS FOR THE APPROVED AMENDMENT

1.   Maximum yield

In Chapter I, Section VIII, point 1 of the product specification, the maximum yield has been increased from 70 to 75 hectolitres per hectare.
The maximum yield for wines with the designation of origin supplemented by the traditional term ‘Premier Cru’ has also been increased: from 68 to 73 hectolitres per hectare.
The maximum yield has been increased to take account of climate change, which causes unpredictable events and recurrent harvest deficits.
Point 5 of the single document has been amended.
2.   Vineyard management

In the product specification, Chapter I, Section VI, ‘Vineyard management’, there are new versions of points a) and c) as follows:






‘a)


Planting density






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The minimum vine planting density is 5 500 plants per hectare, with an average spacing between rows of 1,20 metres or less, except where vines are planted on slopes with a gradient of 40 % or over, in which case the spacing is 1,60 metres or less. Where the spacing is irregular, the distance between rows is no more than 2 metres.










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The spacing between plants in the same row is at least 0,80 metres.’
                                    














‘c)


Rules on trellising and foliage height






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The height of the foliage when trellised is at least 0,6 times the average spacing between the rows. This height is measured from the lowest point of the foliage, set at a minimum of 0,30 metres above the ground, to the highest part of the canopy.










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The vines must be trellised and the trellising supported.’
                                    








At the start of the 20th century, the winegrowers of Chablis began grubbing up one in every six rows of vines to create a passage so that vine treatments could be mechanised. Subsequently they planted new vines according to this pattern.
These established practices were not included in the original version of the specification.
The amendment to the specification includes these practices, defined as follows:






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maintaining the minimum planting density at 5 500 plants per hectare;










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establishing a maximum average spacing of 1,2 metres between rows;










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adding a maximum spacing of 2 metres between rows.




The single document has been amended at point 5, regarding the new rules on planting density.
3.   Transitional measures

In Chapter I, Section XI of the specification, the following two transitional measures have become obsolete and have therefore been removed:






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Processing, production, maturation, packaging, storage




The following measures apply as of 1 November 2014:






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provision on winery capacity;










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provision on temperature control of vats during maturation;










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provision on protected storage area for bottled wines.




Special provision
The experiments in producing excess yield to keep in reserve (‘volume complémentaire individuel’) are covered by the Decree of 20 October 2005, amended by the Decree of 29 November 2007 and by the Decree of 23 November 2010.
The single document is not affected by the removal of these provisions.
4.   Change in inspection body

Chapter III, Section II of the product specification has been amended in view of the revised drafting rules.
The single document is not affected by this amendment.
SINGLE DOCUMENT
1.   Name(s)

Chablis
2.   Type of geographical indication

PDO – protected designation of origin
3.   Categories of grapevine products







1.


Wine




3.1.   Combined Nomenclature code







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22 – BEVERAGES, SPIRITS AND VINEGAR

                        2204  – Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading 2009




4.   Description of the wine(s)

BRIEF WRITTEN DESCRIPTION
The wines are still, dry white wines.






a)


The wines have a minimum natural alcoholic strength by volume of 10 %;










b)


After enrichment, the total alcoholic strength by volume of the wines does not exceed 13 %;










c)


When the wines are ready to be made available for consumption, the maximum fermentable sugar content (glucose + fructose) is: 3 grams per litre; or 4 grams per litre, if the total acidity is at least 55,10 milliequivalents per litre;










d)


The other analytical criteria comply with the values established in European legislation.





                  ‘Chablis’ is a lively and fruity wine, characterised by its minerality. With age, it gains in aromatic complexity and finesse, while its acidity and minerality maintain its freshness.
General analytical characteristics






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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume): —










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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume): —










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Minimum total acidity: —










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Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): —










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Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): —




5.   Winemaking practices

5.1.   Specific oenological practices

Specific oenological practice






a)


Use of wood chips is prohibited.










b)


After enrichment, the wines’ total alcoholic strength by volume does not exceed 13 %.










c)


In addition to the above provisions, all winemaking practices followed must comply with the requirements laid down at EU level.
Cultivation method










a)


Planting density






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The minimum vine planting density is 5 500 plants per hectare, with an average spacing between rows of 1,20 metres or less, except where vines are planted on slopes with a gradient of 40 % or over, in which case the spacing is 1,60 metres or less. Where the spacing is irregular, the distance between rows is no more than 2 metres.










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The spacing between plants in the same row is at least 0,80 metres.














b)


Pruning rules
The wines come from vines pruned according to the following provisions:
General provisions
The vines are pruned to a maximum of 14 buds per plant and a maximum of 10 buds per square metre:






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either spur pruning (vines trained to cordon du Royat);










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or cane pruning (single or double Guyot, or the ‘taille Chablis’ pruning method).








Special provision
Regardless of the pruning method, the vines can be pruned with extra buds on condition that, at the phenological stage corresponding to 11 or 12 leaves, the annual number of fruitful shoots per plant does not exceed the number of buds established by the pruning rules.






c)


Irrigation
Irrigation is prohibited.




5.2.   Maximum yields









1.


Chablis
75 hectolitres per hectare












2.


Chablis Premier Cru
73 hectolitres per hectare




6.   Demarcated geographical area

The grapes are harvested and the wines made and matured in the following municipalities in the department of Yonne: Beine, Béru, Chablis, La Chapelle-Vaupelteigne, Chemilly-sur-Serein, Chichée, Collan, Courgis, Fleys, Fontenay-près-Chablis, Lignorelles, Ligny-le-Châtel, Maligny, Poilly-sur-Serein, Préhy, Villy and Viviers.
7.   Wine grape variety(ies)

Chardonnay B
8.   Description of the link(s)

8.1.   






a)



Description of the natural factors relevant to the link





The geographical area occupies a set of slopes rising among the plateaux of the natural Auxerrois region, in the Paris Basin. The Chablis area is a small, well-defined region occupying the higher areas along the valley of the Serein, a tributary of the Yonne, as it flows through the heart of the Côte des Bars area.
It covers the territory of 17 municipalities in the department of Yonne, to the east of Auxerre.
The Côte des Bars cuesta, or ridge, is a large geomorphological structure in which sediments dating from the Upper Jurassic are visible. Hard limestone, ‘Calcaire du Barrois’, forms a ledge along the top of a long slope with a compact and impermeable sub-soil of marl (argillaceous limestone). This marl is rich in the small curved shells of the Exogyra virgula oyster, from which it takes its name.
Below the marl, a level of a type of limestone known as ‘Calcaire à Astartes’ forms a small elevation in the topography near the valley bottom. The marl forming the slope is usually covered by a layer of scree comprising fine material mingled with coarser limestone elements. The ridge rises to between 120 and 130 metres. The elevation is not excessive. The highest part of the plateau is no more than 320 metres.
The landscape of Chablis is quite unique. Vines are planted over long, slightly hollowed slopes. Along the top runs a wooded limestone ledge, which has an enclosing effect, opening out only along the main part of the Serein valley. A multitude of smaller valleys, often dry, are carved into the slopes, facing different directions. These small valleys are generally enclosed and wooded on their steeper sides. Vines are planted only on the slopes with the best aspects.
The parcels demarcated for the grape harvest are located on the sides of the Serein valley and its small side valleys, occupying the well-drained soils of the limestone slopes in the marly area where Exogyra virgula abound. Where there are sufficient slopes, the vineyards can extend to the limestone areas known as ‘Calcaire du Barrois’ and ‘Calcaire à Astartes’.
The soils are always rich in limestone. Poor, very stony and well drained on the limestone areas, they are richer in clay on the marly slopes. The layer of scree covering the impermeable marl is of varying thickness. This creates diversity and provides a layer with good drainage and effective warming properties.
The Chablis area enjoys a maritime climate with mild continental influences. The climate is characterised by moderate and regular rainfall: just 650 millimetres per year in Auxerre. In summer, there is no drought of any significance. Temperatures are rather cool, with an annual average of 10,8 °C.
There is a relatively high risk of winter and spring frosts, which can be disastrous for the vines. The relatively enclosed landscape increases this risk.
8.2.   






b)



Description of the human factors relevant to the link





There is evidence of vine-growing in the Chablis area since the High Middle Ages. A monastery was founded in Chablis in 510. In 867, it was given to monks from the Abbey of St Martin of Tours, who were fleeing the Viking invasion of the Loire region. It appears that these monks developed a vineyard close to the village.
In 1114, the Cistercians founded Pontigny Abbey, close to Chablis. Over time, they would develop a vineyard and later the Petit Pontigny winery in the town of Chablis. The buildings are still there.
These ecclesiastical estates would survive until the French revolution. Alongside them, among the laity, winegrowing was thriving, directed to external trade. Paris and northern Europe provided regular opportunities.
Throughout its history, the dry white wine of ‘Chablis’ has remained remarkably consistent. In 1186, Pontigny Abbey was given a vineyard that produced a wine described as ‘white and suitable for long ageing’. Nineteenth century authors also stressed this characteristic, which made ‘Chablis’ an exception in a wine-growing culture dominated by red and ‘clairet’ (rosé) wines.
Phylloxera, along with downy and powdery mildew, hit the Chablis area hard, and it would take several decades to recover. It was only in the second half of the 20th century that restoration of the vineyards got properly under way, assisted by progress in the field of wine-growing, and by mechanisation and measures to protect against frost. The restoration took custom into account, and the vineyards were reserved exclusively for the production of dry white wines.
Between 1920 and 1932, a series of court rulings successively established the ‘Chablis’ designation of origin. The core geographical area and the character of the wines were not up for debate. However, there was discussion regarding the boundaries of the territory and the qualities of the wine entitled to bear the name ‘Chablis’. Gradually, the geographical area was drawn up. There was even reference to the use of a geological survey that linked the area of the designation of origin with kimmeridgian marl. In 1929, a ruling by the court of Auxerre finally established the basis of the designation of origin, without geological reference. ‘Chablis’ wines were recognised as belonging to a ‘controlled designation of origin’ in 1938, based on the conditions established by the ruling of 1929.

                  ‘Chablis’ wines are made from a single variety, Chardonnay B, famous for producing the great white wines of Burgundy. In Chablis, the variety reigns supreme and produces a whole hierarchy of ‘crus’ [high-quality vineyards], reflecting the very varied climate and topographical conditions.
Wines produced in areas with the best conditions have built up a reputation and are distinguished by the term ‘Premier Cru’. The ‘climats’ (individual vineyards), usually ‘lieu-dits’ (plots with traditional local names), classified as ‘Premier Cru’ are located on the slopes with the best aspects. They are demarcated precisely. The historic ‘climats’, recognised since the Middle Ages, are found on the right bank of the Serein. The more recently identified ‘climats’ are found on the left bank. In total, there are 40 ‘climats’, which can be grouped under 17 names. These ‘climats’ are located on the high ‘côtes’ (slopes), which are striking features of the complex landscape.

                  ‘Chablis’ vineyards are traditionally cane-pruned and trained. The traditional form of pruning known as ‘taille Chablis’ is well adapted to the challenging climate conditions, producing a regular and controlled yield.
Single or double Guyot training, common across the vineyards of Burgundy in the 19th century, is also used. Clonal selection led to the development of more productive plants more suited to spur pruning, which began to be used to regulate growth. The vines are trellised, and are usually planted in vertical lines up the slopes. This practice helps to dry the clay soils. However, it also creates problems of erosion, which are mitigated by turning the soil and providing grass cover.
The risk of frost is more serious here than in most vineyards. Winegrowers therefore find methods to combat it, such as using sprinklers and heating the parcels. These methods need collective organisation and a warning system for when the temperature dips dangerously low.
Producers formed their first trade union in 1908 to effectively combat misappropriation of the name. In 1923, a cooperative wine cellar, ‘La Chablisienne’, was established in Chablis. It is still used by 25 % of the producers.
In 2008, the vineyard covered an area of around 4 000 hectares, producing an annual average of 233 000 hectolitres.
8.3.   Information on the quality and characteristics of the product


                  ‘Chablis’ is a lively and fruity dry white wine, characterised by its minerality. With age, it gains in aromatic complexity and finesse, while its acidity and minerality maintain its freshness.
Wines entitled to bear the term ‘Premier Cru’ may be more on the fruity side or the mineral side depending on the provenance of the grapes, thus reflecting the varying soil and mesoclimatic conditions in the area. These wines are made for cellaring, reaching their full expression after eight to ten years.
8.4.   Causal interactions

Wines with the protected designation of origin ‘Chablis’ are always white. They owe their lively mineral character to the cool maritime climate of the geographical area.
The mesoclimate conditions have a significant effect on the outcome of the wine. The organoleptic characteristics are highly influenced by the conditions of the vintage.
In the demarcated parcel area for the grape harvest, preference is given to parcels located on the hillsides to ensure good drainage and early warming of the soil.
Chablis occupies a special place within the region of Burgundy. Its territory gives the impression of being uncomplicated, with its single geological context, use of only one grape variety and production of a single wine type. Nevertheless, the combination of a complex topography and difficult climate, creating variations in the mesoclimate and soil, produces a great diversity of environmental conditions.
Down the generations, producers have developed specific know-how enabling them to get the very best from the variety Chardonnay B in this singular environment. For example, they use the best pruning techniques for controlling the yield and allowing the vines to reach optimum ripeness. They have also developed techniques for combating frost.
This great diversity of conditions is reflected in the resulting variations in the wines. The unique character of ‘Chablis’ wines spans a range from fruity to mineral. The richness of this palette, underpinned by a long and prestigious history, has been used to its best advantage with numerous ‘climats’ being awarded the distinguished term ‘Premier Cru’.
The strong personality of the wines, long acknowledged, has made them the archetype of fine dry white wines. ‘Chablis type’ is a term known throughout the world and has often given rise to misappropriations. The name is sometimes even wrongly considered a generic term.

                  ‘Chablis’ wines are appreciated throughout the world. Exports account for 60 % of sales.
9.   Essential further conditions (packaging, labelling, other requirements)


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 production and development of the wines, comprises the territory of the following municipalities:






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Department of Côte-d’Or: Agencourt, Aloxe-Corton, Ancey, Arcenant, Argilly, Autricourt, Auxey-Duresses, Baubigny, Beaune, Belan-sur-Ource, Bévy, Bissey-la-Côte, Bligny-lès-Beaune, Boncourt-le-Bois, Bouix, Bouze-lès-Beaune, Brion-sur-Ource, Brochon, Cérilly, Chamboeuf, Chambolle-Musigny, Channay, Charrey-sur-Seine, Chassagne-Montrachet, Châtillon-sur-Seine, Chaumont-le-Bois, Chaux, Chenôve, Chevannes, Chorey-lès-Beaune, Clémencey, Collonges-lès-Bévy, Combertault, Comblanchien, Corcelles-les-Arts, Corcelles-les-Monts, Corgoloin, Cormot-le-Grand, Corpeau, Couchey, Curley, Curtil-Vergy, Daix, Dijon, Ebaty, Echevronne, Epernay-sous-Gevrey, L’Etang-Vergy, Etrochey, Fixin, Flagey-Echézeaux, Flavignerot, Fleurey-sur-Ouche, Fussey, Gerland, Gevrey-Chambertin, Gilly-lès-Cîteaux, Gomméville, Grancey-sur-Ource, Griselles, Ladoix-Serrigny, Lantenay, Larrey, Levernois, Magny-lès-Villers, Mâlain, Marcenay, Marey-lès-Fussey, Marsannay-la-Côte, Massingy, Mavilly-Mandelot, Meloisey, Merceuil, Messanges, Meuilley, Meursanges, Meursault, Molesme, Montagny-lès-Beaune, Monthelie, Montliot-et-Courcelles, Morey-Saint-Denis, Mosson, Nantoux, Nicey, Noiron-sur-Seine, Nolay, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Obtrée, Pernand-Vergelesses, Perrigny-lès-Dijon, Plombières-lès-Dijon, Poinçon-lès-Larrey, Pommard, Pothières, Premeaux-Prissey, Prusly-sur-Ource, Puligny-Montrachet, Quincey, Reulle-Vergy, La Rochepot, Ruffey-lès-Beaune, Saint-Aubin, Saint-Bernard, Saint-Philibert, Saint-Romain, Sainte-Colombe-sur-Seine, Sainte-Marie-la-Blanche, Santenay, Savigny-lès-Beaune, Segrois, Tailly, Talant, Thoires, Vannaire, Vauchignon, Velars-sur-Ouche, Vertault, Vignoles, Villars-Fontaine, Villebichot, Villedieu, Villers-la-Faye, Villers-Patras, Villy-le-Moutier, Vix, Volnay, Vosne-Romanée and Vougeot;
The area in immediate proximity, defined by derogation for the production and development of the wines, comprises the territory of the following municipalities:










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Department of Rhône: Alix, Anse, L’Arbresle, Les Ardillats, Arnas, Bagnols, Beaujeu, Belleville, Belmont-d’Azergues, Blacé, Le Bois-d’Oingt, Le Breuil, Bully, Cercié, Chambost-Allières, Chamelet, Charentay, Charnay, Châtillon, Chazay-d’Azergues, Chénas, Chessy, Chiroubles, Cogny, Corcelles-en-Beaujolais, Dareizé, Denicé, Dracé, Emeringes, Fleurie, Frontenas, Gleizé, Jarnioux, Juliénas, Jullié, Lacenas, Lachassagne, Lancié, Lantignié, Légny, Létra, Liergues, Limas, Lozanne, Lucenay, Marchampt, Marcy, Moiré, Montmelas-Saint-Sorlin, Morancé, Nuelles, Odenas, Oingt, Les Olmes, Le Perréon, Pommiers, Pouilly-le-Monial, Quincié-en-Beaujolais, Régnié-Durette, Rivolet, Saint-Clément-sur-Valsonne, Saint-Cyr-le-Chatoux, Saint-Didier-sur-Beaujeu, Saint-Etienne-des-Oullières, Saint-Etienne-la-Varenne, Saint-Georges-de-Reneins, Saint-Germain-sur-l’Arbresle, Saint-Jean-d’Ardières, Saint-Jean-des-Vignes, Saint-Julien, Saint-Just-d’Avray, Saint-Lager, Saint-Laurent-d’Oingt, Saint-Loup, Sainte-Paule, Saint-Romain-de-Popey, Saint-Vérand, Salles-Arbuissonnas-en-Beaujolais, Sarcey, Taponas, Ternand, Theizé, Vaux-en-Beaujolais, Vauxrenard, Vernay, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Ville-sur-Jarnioux and Villié-Morgon;
The area in immediate proximity, defined by derogation for the production and development of the wines, comprises the territory of the following municipalities:










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Department of Saône-et-Loire: Aluze, Ameugny, Azé, Barizey, Beaumont-sur-Grosne, Berzé-la-Ville, Berzé-le-Châtel, Bissey-sous-Cruchaud, Bissy-la-Mâconnaise, Bissy-sous-Uxelles, Bissy-sur-Fley, Blanot, Bonnay, Bouzeron, Boyer, Bray, Bresse-sur-Grosne, Burgy, Burnand, Bussières, Buxy, Cersot, Chagny, Chaintré, Chalon-sur-Saône, Chamilly, Champagny-sous-Uxelles, Champforgeuil, Chânes, Change, Chapaize, La Chapelle-de-Bragny, La Chapelle-de-Guinchay, La Chapelle-sous-Brancion, Charbonnières, Chardonnay, La Charmée, Charnay-lès-Mâcon, Charrecey, Chasselas, Chassey-le-Camp, Château, Châtenoy-le-Royal, Chaudenay, Cheilly-lès-Maranges, Chenôves, Chevagny-lès-Chevrières, Chissey-lès-Mâcon, Clessé, Cluny, Cormatin, Cortambert, Cortevaix, Couches, Crêches-sur-Saône, Créot, Cruzille, Culles-les-Roches, Curtil-sous-Burnand, Davayé, Demigny, Dennevy, Dezize-lès-Maranges, Donzy-le-National, Donzy-le-Pertuis, Dracy-le-Fort, Dracy-lès-Couches, Epertully, Etrigny, Farges-lès-Chalon, Farges-lès-Mâcon, Flagy, Fleurville, Fley, Fontaines, Fuissé, Genouilly, Germagny, Givry, Granges, Grevilly, Hurigny, Igé, Jalogny, Jambles, Jugy, Jully-lès-Buxy, Lacrost, Laives, Laizé, Lalheue, Leynes, Lournand, La Loyère, Lugny, Mâcon, Malay, Mancey, Martailly-lès-Brancion, Massilly, Massy, Mellecey, Mercurey, Messey-sur-Grosne, Milly-Lamartine, Montagny-lès-Buxy, Montbellet, Montceaux-Ragny, Moroges, Nanton, Ozenay, Paris-l’Hôpital, Péronne, Pierreclos, Plottes, Préty, Prissé, Pruzilly, Remigny, La Roche-Vineuse, Romanèche-Thorins, Rosey, Royer, Rully, Saint-Albain, Saint-Ambreuil, Saint-Amour-Bellevue, Saint-Boil, Saint-Clément-sur-Guye, Saint-Denis-de-Vaux, Saint-Désert, Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé, Saint-Gengoux-le-National, Saint-Germain-lès-Buxy, Saint-Gervais-sur-Couches, Saint-Gilles, Saint-Jean-de-Trézy, Saint-Jean-de-Vaux, Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune, Saint-Mard-de-Vaux, Saint-Martin-Belle-Roche, Saint-Martin-du-Tartre, Saint-Martin-sous-Montaigu, Saint-Maurice-de-Satonnay, Saint-Maurice-des-Champs, Saint-Maurice-lès-Couches, Saint-Pierre-de-Varennes, Saint-Rémy, Saint-Sernin-du-Plain, Saint-Symphorien-d’Ancelles, Saint-Vallerin, Saint-Vérand, Saint-Ythaire, Saisy, La Salle, Salornay-sur-Guye, Sampigny-lès-Maranges, Sancé, Santilly, Sassangy, Saules, Savigny-sur-Grosne, Sennecey-le-Grand, Senozan, Sercy, Serrières, Sigy-le-Châtel, Sologny, Solutré-Pouilly, Taizé, Tournus, Uchizy, Varennes-lès-Mâcon, Vaux-en-Pré, Vergisson, Vers, Verzé, Le Villars, La Vineuse, Vinzelles and Viré;
The area in immediate proximity, defined by derogation for the production and development of the wines, comprises the territory of the following municipalities:










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Department of Yonne: Accolay, Aigremont, Annay-sur-Serin, Arcy-sur-Cure, Asquins, Augy, Auxerre, Avallon, Bazarnes, Bernouil, Bessy-sur-Cure, Bleigny-le-Carreau, Censy, Champlay, Champs-sur-Yonne, Champvallon, Chamvres, Charentenay, Châtel-Gérard, Cheney, Chevannes, Chitry, Coulangeron, Coulanges-la-Vineuse, Cravant, Cruzy-le-Châtel, Dannemoine, Dyé, Epineuil, Escamps, Escolives-Sainte-Camille, Gy-l’Evêque, Héry, Irancy, Island, Joigny, Jouancy, Junay, Jussy, Lichères-près-Aigremont, Lucy-sur-Cure, Mélisey, Merry-Sec, Migé, Molay, Molosmes, Montigny-la-Resle, Mouffy, Moulins-en-Tonnerois, Nitry, Noyers, Ouanne, Paroy-sur-Tholon, Pasilly, Pierre-Perthuis, Pontigny, Quenne, Roffey, Rouvray, Sacy, Saint-Bris-le-Vineux, Saint-Cyr-les-Colons, Sainte-Pallaye, Saint-Père, Sainte-Vertu, Sarry, Senan, Serrigny, Tharoiseau, Tissey, Tonnerre, Tronchoy, Val-de-Mercy, Vallan, Venouse, Venoy, Vermenton, Vézannes, Vézelay, Vézinnes, Villeneuve-Saint-Salves, Villiers-sur-Tholon, Vincelles, Vincelottes, Volgré and Yrouerre.




Legal framework:
National legislation
Type of further condition:
Additional provisions relating to labelling
Description of the condition:






a)


The name of the protected designation of origin can be supplemented by the traditional term ‘Premier Cru’.
The name of the protected designation of origin can be followed by the supplementary geographical designations (‘climats’) below, in accordance with the provisions laid down for the wines entitled to bear the traditional term ‘Premier Cru’:
List of ‘climats’
                        






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                                    ‘Beauroy’, ‘Côte de Savant’, ‘Troesmes’;










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                                    ‘Berdiot’;










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                                    ‘Chaume de Talvat’;










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                                    ‘Côte de Jouan’;










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                                    ‘Côte de Léchet’;










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                                    ‘Côte de Vaubarousse’;










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                                    ‘Fourchaume’, ‘Côte de Fontenay’, ‘L’Homme Mort’, ‘Vaulorent’, ‘Vaupulent’;










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                                    ‘Les Beauregards’, ‘Côte de Cuisy’;










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                                    ‘Les Fourneaux’, ‘Côte des Prés-Girots’, ‘Morein’;










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                                    ‘Mont de Milieu’;










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                                    ‘Montée de Tonnerre’, ‘Chapelot’, ‘Côte de Bréchain’, ‘Pied d’Aloup’;










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                                    ‘Montmains’, ‘Butteaux’, ‘Forêts’;










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                                    ‘Vaillons’, ‘Beugnons’, ‘Chatains’, ‘Les Épinottes’, ‘Les Lys’, ‘Mélinots’;










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                                    ‘Roncières’, ‘Sécher’;










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                                    ‘Vau de Vey’, ‘Vaux Ragons’;










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                                    ‘Vau Ligneau’;










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                                    ‘Vaucoupin’;










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                                    ‘Vosgros’, ‘Vaugiraut’.




The name of a ‘climat’ entitled to accompany the traditional term ‘Premier Cru’ appears immediately after the protected designation of origin, and is printed in lettering no larger, either in height or width, than the letters in which the name of the protected designation of origin is written.










b)


Wines with the protected designation of origin may specify on their labels the name of a smaller geographical unit, provided that:






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it is the name of a place in the land register;










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it appears on the harvest declaration;










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it is not in the same field of vision as the obligatory information.




The name of the place in the land register is printed in lettering no larger than 2 millimetres.










c)


Wines entitled to the term ‘Premier Cru’ may specify on their labels the broader geographical unit ‘Vin de Bourgogne’ or ‘Grand Vin de Bourgogne’.










d)


When the grape variety is specified on the label, this does not appear in the same field of vision as the obligatory information and is printed in letters no larger than 2 millimetres.





Link to the product specification


http://info.agriculture.gouv.fr/gedei/site/bo-agri/document_administratif-0af98f63-b92a-431b-9640-e1d48b921720



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


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