Publication of an application for registration of a name pursuant to Article 50(2), point (a), of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council on quality schemes for agricultural products and foodstuffs
Date: 2025-12-23
Institutions: Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development, European Commission
Subjects: Türkiye, consumer information, designation of origin, dried product, grape, labelling, product designation, quality control of agricultural products




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Publication of an application for registration of a name pursuant to Article 50(2), point (a), of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council on quality schemes for agricultural products and foodstuffs
(C/2025/6780)

Following this publication, the authorities of a Member State or of a third country, or a natural or legal person having a legitimate interest and established or resident in a third country, may lodge, in accordance with Article 17 of Regulation (EU) 2024/1143 of the European Parliament and of the Council (1) an opposition with the Commission within three months from the date of this publication.
The product specification referred to in Article 7 of Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012 is available in the Union register of geographical indications.
SINGLE DOCUMENT


                     ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’
                  


EU No: PDO-TR-03022 – 30.10.2023
                  


PDO (X) PGI ( )

1.   Name(s) [of PDO or PGI]


               ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’
            
2.   Member State or Third Country

Türkiye
3.   Description of the agricultural product or foodstuff

3.1.   Type of product

Class 1.6. Fruit, vegetables and cereals fresh or processed

Combined nomenclature code


                  0806  – GRAPES, FRESH OR DRIED
3.2.   Description of the product to which the name in (1) applies


                  ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’ are sun-dried raisins obtained from Sultani Çekirdeksiz grape (Vitis vinifera L.), a seedless variety with colours ranging from amber to dark brown, elastic, with a thin skin and a soft and fleshy texture, and with sweet taste accompanied with caramel and fruity flavour. When evaluated in terms of the perception of texture in the mouth, it has a soft texture that melts in the mouth, and its thin fruit skin makes it easier to chew.
Some of the physical, chemical, and nutritional parameters of ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’ are as follows:












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Energy (kcal):






Minimum 290










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Dietary fibre (%):






3,5-5,6










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Moisture (%):






Maximum 16,0±1,0










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Protein (%):






2,1-3,5










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Total dissolved dry matter (%):






Minimum 75,0










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Ash (%):






2,2-9,2










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Fat (%):






0,13-0,30










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Total sugar (%):






Minimum 65,0










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Potassium (mg/100 g):






470-1 200










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Phosphorous (mg/100 g):






240-1 220










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Magnesium (Mg) (mg/100 g):






30-75










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Iron (Fe) (mg/100 g):






2,0-8,5










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Sodium (Na) (mg/100 g):






70-310










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Calcium (Ca) (mg/100 g):






220-1 270










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Titratable acidity (%):






1,5-2,2










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Colour parametres:














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L* (Lightness):






22-41










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a* (+a/-a; red/green coordinates):






4-8










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b* (+b/-b; yellow/blue coordinates):






6-22










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C* (chroma, saturation value):






7-22










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Hue angle:






55-77





                  ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’ can be classified as Extra Class, Class I and Class II (Table 1). Regardless of the class type all dried grapes must be uniform golden to amber colour, high degree of purity, suitable for immediate consumption as well as whole, sound and free from living insects, abnormal external moisture and foreign smell and taste.

Table 1


Classification of ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’









 


Extra


Class I


Class II




The number of pieces of stem per kg (maximum)


1 


2 


2 




The percentage of capstem (by count)


4 


5 


5 




The percentage of immature and/or underdeveloped berries (by weight)


2 


3 


4 




The percentage of berries containing seeds in seedless types (by count)


0,1 


0,5 


1,0 




In addition to the criteria mentioned above, each class can also be further categorized by size as follows: Jumbo size, up to 250 berries per 100 grams; Standard size, between 251-360 berries per 100 grams; Medium size, between 361-500 berries per 100 grams; and Small size, between 501-600 berries per 100 grams. Berries that do not meet these size specifications are sold for use in the food industry.
3.3.   Feed (for products of animal origin only) and raw materials (for processed products only)

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

All stages of the production of ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’ must take place within the designated geographical area. The main stages include planting, pruning, irrigation, fertilization, harvesting, agricultural inspections, and sun drying (to produce raisins).
3.5.   Specific rules concerning slicing, grating, packaging, etc. of the product the registered name refers to

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3.6.   Specific rules concerning labelling of the product the registered name refers to

In addition to the compulsory information provided for by legislation on the labelling and presentation of foodstuffs, labels must include the followings:






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The name of the designation ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’,










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Trade name and address or short name and address or registered mark of the producer,










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European Union PDO logo,










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The following logo:









4.   Concise definition of the geographical area

The geographical area is the Province of Manisa, Türkiye.
5.   Link with the geographical area


Specificity of the geographical area

Manisa is situated at the western part of Anatolia. Its geographical position, climate, topography and quality of the soil are the main factors behind the development of viticulture on the region and production of ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’. Amongst other parameters, the climatic values in July and August governs the ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’s characteristic features. The specific characteristics of the geographical area are as follows:






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54,3 % of the geography of Manisa province consists of mountains, 27,8 % of plateaus, and 17,9 % of plains. The mountains lie perpendicular to the sea. Because of this topography, the dominant wind direction of Manisa province is East, and the secondary dominant wind direction is East-Northeast, depending on seasonal changes. The wind speed of Manisa province varies between 1,4-2,3 m/s. The average wind speed in Manisa province is 1,9 m/s. Manisa’s light wind conditions are essential during pollination and fertilization and have a direct impact on ideal cluster formation and fruit development. In June, July, and August, relatively strong winds have a cooling effect.










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July and August have the highest average temperatures (28,0 and 27,7 °C) and the least precipitation (9,7 and 9,3 mm). Therefore, the relative humidity in the region is lowest in these months (RH < 50 %). Together with the wind parameters and long sunny hours (average 10 hours per day) yields the accumulation of sugar in the grapes in July, then speeds up the drying process in August. These climatic conditions provide the ideal drying environment, which contributes to the distinctive colour and taste of ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’.










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As for the soil conditions, 33,29 % of the agricultural soils were sandy loam, 62,20 % were slightly alkaline, 94,36 % were salt-free. In addition, a large part of the fertile alluvial plain of the Gediz River (Gediz Plain) is within the area of Manisa Province. It is rich in plant nutrients with deep humus, topsoil, and subsoil layer structure. The deep layer profile balances the need for precipitation in winter with the need for moisture in summer. It ensures the widespread use of high-quality groundwater in summer when needed.





Human Factors

The production of ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’ is a labour-intensive business. In general, tasks such as pruning, irrigation, dipping (pre-drying treatment), and transportation are carried out by men, whereas harvesting, laying out the fresh grape bunches, and collecting the dried grapes are carried out by women. The knowledge and skills of grape growers are used to realize the following operations:






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Determination of the orientation of the location of the land in order to provide good ventilation, proper humidity, protection against strong winds, ideal insolation, and a healthy rooting environment for sapling,










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Planting seedlings, pruning of vines starting from the first year,










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Determination of the best shoot, which is allowed to grow in the second year of planting seedlings and forms the main stem in the coming years,










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During the yield period, decide on the number of branches to leave on the vine for the vegetative growth stage, winter pruning,










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Preventing an undesirable vine architecture in all pruning periods, green pruning,










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Irrigation time and amount (starting from the spreading period until harvest) in order to balance the water need and humidity in maintaining the ideal ripening time and quality against diseases that may be caused by moisture and humidity,










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The use of pesticides that protect against diseases according to seasonal conditions, especially in conventional production, and making final checks before harvest,










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Deciding the harvest maturity to collect the bunches without damaging the fruits,










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Ensuring suitable transportation and storage conditions,










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The practice of dipping the grapes in an alkaline solution before they are dried determines in large measure the characteristic colour of the final product The dipping solution is used to accelerate moisture loss by removing the waxy layer on fresh grapes and to create its distinctive colour (amber to dark brown). The speed of drying determines the colour of the raisins. As the drying progresses, the sugar content in the grapes increases, which inactivates the enzymes that cause darkening during sun drying, and the darkening eventually stops. Since the dipping solution affects the drying speed, it also indirectly determines the colour of the grapes,










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To provide an effective drying, the grape bunches are laid so that they do not form a pile but provide insolation and ventilation. Large bunches are divided into two parts from the trunk to improve sun contact. During drying, the bunches are turned gently after 3-4 days so a homogenous drying occurs.





Specificity of the product


                  ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’ is distinguished by its colour ranging from amber to dark brown, elastic structure, soft and fleshy texture, and sweet taste.

Causal Link


                  ‘Manisa Sultani Çekirdeksiz Üzümü’ is a distinctive product, whose characteristics (colour and sweetness) derive from the soil and climatic conditions prevailing in Manisa province.
The calcareous soils that are common in Manisa support healthy plant growth, early crop production, and high-quality fruit, as the fruit contains more sugar. The limited rainfall and extended sunshine during July and August, when grapes are ripening, positively influence the sugar concentration.
The hot, dry weather and extended hours of sunshine turn the white-fleshed grapes from golden to brown. The combination of heat, dryness, light wind, and the practice of dipping grapes in an alkaline solution before drying leads to rapid water loss, which increases the sugar content. This process halts the activity of enzymes responsible for darkening and helps prevent the raisins from darkening. After this process, the raisins acquire its soft, elastic and fleshy texture.
The low relative humidity during the summer months discourages the development of fungi on the grapes and as a result the final product is free of ochratoxins and other mycotoxins.

Reference to publication of the product specification

Official Geographical Indication, Designation of Origin and Traditional Speciality Guaranteed Bulletin of Turkish Patent and Trademark Office No 48 of 1 March 2019
            


(1)  Regulation (EU) 2024/1143 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 April 2024 on geographical indications for wine, spirit drinks and agricultural products, as well as traditional specialities guaranteed and optional quality terms for agricultural products, amending Regulations (EU) No 1308/2013, (EU) 2019/787 and (EU) 2019/1753 and repealing Regulation (EU) No 1151/2012 (OJ L, 2024/1143, 23.4.2024, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/1143/oj).


ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/C/2025/6780/oj
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