International Code of Oenological Practices

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Blending and mixing

II.4.1.5 Blending and mixing

Definition :

Operation that consists of blending :

  • Musts or wines coming from various varieties and/or various regions;
  • Base wines coming from different years of harvest.

Objective :

To obtain a cuvee having the desired characteristics.

Recommendation of OIV :

Admitted