Varietal name
3.1.4 Varietal name
a) Can only be indicated if:
- the wine is produced from at least 75% of the grapes of the said varietal;
- this varietal determines the specific character of a wine;
- the name of the varietal does not lend itself to confusion with an appellation of origin or a geographical indication.
b) When the names of two varietals are mentioned:
- the wine must come entirely from these two varietals;
- they must be indicated by decreasing order of importance;
- the States set the minimum percentage for the quantity of the least important grape, which must not be less than 15%.
c) Exceptionally in countries where more than two varietals are usually shown in the labelling of wine, the percentage of each must figure on the label.
NB - To ensure these provisions are respected, it is recommended that the States demand a harvest declaration showing the produced quantities of each varietal, along with the acreage planted with these varietals.