#AGRT1429275ADecree of October 23, 2015, Concerning the Protected Geographical Indication 'Coteaux de Béziers'
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This law modifies the existing regulations regarding the protected geographical indication (PGI) for wines produced in the Béziers area, specifically replacing 'Coteaux du Libron' with 'Coteaux de Béziers'. It updates the specifications for the PGI to reflect various changes in geographical and product characteristics, enhancing the historical and climatic context of the wines produced in this region. The law aims to promote the identity of the wines and their market presence, ensuring better alignment with consumer preferences.
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Key Changes
- Renaming 'Coteaux du Libron' to 'Coteaux de Béziers' in all relevant documents
- Modifying the specifications of the PGI to detail the geographic and soil characteristics for grape production
- Updating historical context and production practices to enhance the appeal of the wines
Obligations
What this law requires
Replace all references to 'Coteaux du Libron' with 'Coteaux de Béziers' in the title and throughout the entire specifications document (cahier des charges)
Ensure wine production originates from the 17 specified communes in the Hérault department, with Béziers as the geographical center of the production zone
Produce wines using either traditional regional grape varieties (grenache, carignan, cinsault, mourvèdre) in assemblage, or single/multiple renowned grape varieties (merlot, cabernet-sauvignon, syrah, chardonnay, sauvignon) as specified
Remove the third paragraph from Chapter 1, point 4.1 of the specifications document
Remove the third subsection from Chapter 1, point 2 of the specifications document