EU Laws - Labelling

Question 1

What must be included in the mandatory labeling of EU wine products?

Answer 1

Wine category (PDO, PGI, or varietal)
Alcohol by Volume (ABV, rounded to one decimal point)
Ingredient list (including allergens like “Contains Sulfites” for SO₂ >10 mg/L)
Energy content (mandatory, per 100ml)
Lot number or batch code for traceability.

Question 2

How can digital labeling be used under EU wine labeling laws?

Answer 2

Optional use of QR codes to provide full ingredient and nutrition details.
Allergens (e.g., sulfites >10 mg/L) must still appear on the physical label.

Question 3

Why must allergens always appear on the physical wine label?

Answer 3

Allergen labeling (e.g., “Contains Sulfites” for SO₂ >10 mg/L) is mandatory for consumer safety.
Ensures visibility for consumers with allergies or sensitivities.

Question 4

What are the traceability requirements for EU wine labels?

Answer 4

Inclusion of lot numbers or batch codes on all labels.
Enables efficient recalls and quality checks.

Question 5

What implications do ingredient labeling changes have for winemakers?

Answer 5

Increased transparency builds consumer trust.
Additional compliance costs for ingredient tracking and labeling.
Potential loss of traditional image for some wines due to complex labeling.

Question 6

What are the nutritional labeling requirements for wine under recent EU regulations?

Answer 6

Mandatory inclusion of energy content per 100ml.
Optional inclusion of full nutrition tables.
Nutrition data can be provided digitally via QR code.

Question 7

What should you check for labeling compliance during a bottling audit?

Answer 7

Accurate inclusion of allergens and ingredients.
Proper QR code functionality for digital labels.
Compliance with font size and legibility requirements.