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Information and Notices |
Volume 65 |
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INFORMATION FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES |
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European Commission |
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2022/C 304/01 |
Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.10757 – MUTARES / CIMOS) ( 1 ) |
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2022/C 304/02 |
Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.10747 – BHC / DUSSUR / BAKER PETROLITE SAUDI COMPANY JV) ( 1 ) |
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2022/C 304/03 |
Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.10828 – CVC / NORDIC CAPITAL / CARY GROUP) ( 1 ) |
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NOTICES FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES |
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European Commission |
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2022/C 304/04 |
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NOTICES FROM MEMBER STATES |
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2022/C 304/05 |
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V Announcements |
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PROCEDURES RELATING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETITION POLICY |
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European Commission |
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2022/C 304/06 |
Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.10681 – RTL Deutschland/Seven.One Entertainment Group/Addressable TV Technology JV) – Candidate case for simplified procedure ( 1 ) |
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OTHER ACTS |
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European Commission |
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2022/C 304/07 |
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2022/C 304/08 |
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(1) Text with EEA relevance. |
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II Information
INFORMATION FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES
European Commission
9.8.2022 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
C 304/1 |
Non-opposition to a notified concentration
(Case M.10757 – MUTARES / CIMOS)
(Text with EEA relevance)
(2022/C 304/01)
On 28 July 2022, the Commission decided not to oppose the above notified concentration and to declare it compatible with the internal market. This decision is based on Article 6(1)(b) of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). The full text of the decision is available only in English and will be made public after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain. It will be available:
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in the merger section of the ‘Competition policy’ website of the Commission (http://ec.europa.eu/competition/mergers/cases/). This website provides various facilities to help locate individual merger decisions, including company, case number, date and sectoral indexes, |
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in electronic form on the EUR-Lex website (http://eur-lex.europa.eu/homepage.html?locale=en) under document number 32022M10757. EUR-Lex is the online point of access to European Union law. |
9.8.2022 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
C 304/2 |
Non-opposition to a notified concentration
(Case M.10747 – BHC / DUSSUR / BAKER PETROLITE SAUDI COMPANY JV)
(Text with EEA relevance)
(2022/C 304/02)
On 3 August 2022, the Commission decided not to oppose the above notified concentration and to declare it compatible with the internal market. This decision is based on Article 6(1)(b) of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). The full text of the decision is available only in English and will be made public after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain. It will be available:
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in the merger section of the ‘Competition policy’ website of the Commission (http://ec.europa.eu/competition/mergers/cases/). This website provides various facilities to help locate individual merger decisions, including company, case number, date and sectoral indexes, |
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in electronic form on the EUR-Lex website (http://eur-lex.europa.eu/homepage.html?locale=en) under document number 32022M10747. EUR-Lex is the online point of access to European Union law. |
9.8.2022 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
C 304/3 |
Non-opposition to a notified concentration
(Case M.10828 – CVC / NORDIC CAPITAL / CARY GROUP)
(Text with EEA relevance)
(2022/C 304/03)
On 5 August 2022, the Commission decided not to oppose the above notified concentration and to declare it compatible with the internal market. This decision is based on Article 6(1)(b) of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). The full text of the decision is available only in English and will be made public after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain. It will be available:
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in the merger section of the ‘Competition policy’ website of the Commission (http://ec.europa.eu/competition/mergers/cases/). This website provides various facilities to help locate individual merger decisions, including company, case number, date and sectoral indexes, |
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in electronic form on the EUR-Lex website (http://eur-lex.europa.eu/homepage.html?locale=en) under document number 32022M10828. EUR-Lex is the online point of access to European Union law. |
IV Notices
NOTICES FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES
European Commission
9.8.2022 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
C 304/4 |
Euro exchange rates (1)
8 August 2022
(2022/C 304/04)
1 euro =
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Currency |
Exchange rate |
USD |
US dollar |
1,0199 |
JPY |
Japanese yen |
137,62 |
DKK |
Danish krone |
7,4405 |
GBP |
Pound sterling |
0,84165 |
SEK |
Swedish krona |
10,3650 |
CHF |
Swiss franc |
0,9763 |
ISK |
Iceland króna |
140,10 |
NOK |
Norwegian krone |
9,9405 |
BGN |
Bulgarian lev |
1,9558 |
CZK |
Czech koruna |
24,515 |
HUF |
Hungarian forint |
394,27 |
PLN |
Polish zloty |
4,7043 |
RON |
Romanian leu |
4,9163 |
TRY |
Turkish lira |
18,3175 |
AUD |
Australian dollar |
1,4607 |
CAD |
Canadian dollar |
1,3134 |
HKD |
Hong Kong dollar |
8,0061 |
NZD |
New Zealand dollar |
1,6202 |
SGD |
Singapore dollar |
1,4058 |
KRW |
South Korean won |
1 329,93 |
ZAR |
South African rand |
16,9694 |
CNY |
Chinese yuan renminbi |
6,8931 |
HRK |
Croatian kuna |
7,5123 |
IDR |
Indonesian rupiah |
15 147,65 |
MYR |
Malaysian ringgit |
4,5477 |
PHP |
Philippine peso |
56,554 |
RUB |
Russian rouble |
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THB |
Thai baht |
36,380 |
BRL |
Brazilian real |
5,2380 |
MXN |
Mexican peso |
20,6810 |
INR |
Indian rupee |
81,1660 |
(1) Source: reference exchange rate published by the ECB.
NOTICES FROM MEMBER STATES
9.8.2022 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
C 304/5 |
Update of the list of residence permits referred to in Article 2(16) of Regulation (EU) 2016/399 of the European Parliament and of the Council on a Union Code on the rules governing the movement of persons across borders (Schengen Borders Code) (1)
(2022/C 304/05)
The publication of the list of residence permits referred to in Article 2(16) of Regulation (EU) 2016/399 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on a Union Code on the rules governing the movement of persons across borders (Schengen Borders Code) (2) is based on information communicated by the Member States to the Commission in conformity with Article 39 of the Schengen Borders Code.
In addition to publication in the Official Journal, a regular update is available on the website of the Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs.
LIST OF RESIDENCE PERMITS ISSUED BY MEMBER STATES
POLAND
Replacement of the list published in OJ C 126, 12.4.2021, p. 1.
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List of documents caught by Article 2(16)(a) of Regulation (EU) 2016/399 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on a Union Code on the rules governing the movement of persons across borders (Schengen Borders Code)
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List of documents caught by Article 2(16)(b) of Regulation (EU) 2016/399 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on a Union Code on the rules governing the movement of persons across borders (Schengen Borders Code)
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List of previous publications
(1) See the list of previous publications at the end of this update.
V Announcements
PROCEDURES RELATING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETITION POLICY
European Commission
9.8.2022 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
C 304/9 |
Prior notification of a concentration
(Case M.10681 – RTL Deutschland/Seven.One Entertainment Group/Addressable TV Technology JV)
Candidate case for simplified procedure
(Text with EEA relevance)
(2022/C 304/06)
1.
On 1 August 2022, the Commission received notification of a proposed concentration pursuant to Article 4 of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1).This notification concerns the following undertakings:
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RTL Deutschland GmbH (‘RTL Deutschland’, GERMANY), |
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Seven.One Entertainment Group GmbH (‘Seven.One Entertainment Group’, GERMANY), |
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The Addressable TV GmbH (‘Addressable TV Technology JV’, GERMANY), |
RTL and Seven.One Entertainment Group will acquire within the meaning of Article 3(1)(b) and 3(4) of the Merger Regulation joint control of Addressable TV Technology JV.
The concentration is accomplished by way of purchase of shares in a newly created company constituting a joint venture.
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The business activities of the undertakings concerned are the following:
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RTL Deutschland is active in TV and online entertainment as well as production and broadcasting services, |
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Seven.One Entertainment Group is active in TV and online entertainment as well as production and broadcasting services. |
3.
Addressable TV Technology JV will develop services aimed at fostering optimized accessibility and implementation of pre-existing non-proprietary technical standards on Addressable TV (‘ATV’) technology. In particular, it will define ATV technology functionalities and provide broadcasters and consumer electronics manufacturers with app-based tools that enable them to test and certify their respective ATV technologies match the refined technical implementation requirements defined by the Addressable TV Technology JV.
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On preliminary examination, the Commission finds that the notified transaction could fall within the scope of the Merger Regulation. However, the final decision on this point is reserved.Pursuant to the Commission Notice on a simplified procedure for treatment of certain concentrations under Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (2) it should be noted that this case is a candidate for treatment under the procedure set out in the Notice.
5.
The Commission invites interested third parties to submit their possible observations on the proposed operation to the Commission.Observations must reach the Commission not later than 10 days following the date of this publication. The following reference should always be specified:
M.10681 – RTL Deutschland/Seven.One Entertainment Group/Addressable TV Technology JV
Observations can be sent to the Commission by email, by fax, or by post. Please use the contact details below:
Email: COMP-MERGER-REGISTRY@ec.europa.eu
Fax +32 22964301
Postal address:
European Commission |
Directorate-General for Competition |
Merger Registry |
1049 Bruxelles/Brussel |
BELGIQUE/BELGIË |
(1) OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1 (the ‘Merger Regulation’).
OTHER ACTS
European Commission
9.8.2022 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
C 304/11 |
Publication of a communication of approval of a standard amendment to a product specification for a name in the wine sector referred to in Article 17(2) and (3) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33
(2022/C 304/07)
This communication is published in accordance with Article 17(5) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33 (1).
COMMUNICATION OF STANDARD AMENDMENT MODIFYING THE SINGLE DOCUMENT
‘Verdicchio di Matelica’
PDO-IT-A0481-AM03
Date of communication: 27.5.2022
DESCRIPTION OF AND REASONS FOR THE APPROVED AMENDMENT
1. Packaging – containers and capacity
Description: for Verdicchio di Matelica wine with no additional specification, use may be made of non-glass packaging consisting of a polyethylene or polyester multi-layered plastic bag enclosed in a box made of cardboard or any other rigid material, with a capacity of at least the minimum laid down in national and European Union legislation. Wine of the passito type must be marketed only in glass bottles with a capacity not exceeding 1,50 litres.
Reasons: this is an additional option for packaging Verdicchio di Matelica wine in non-glass containers. It was sought by producers after careful technical and commercial assessments, as is also the case for the minimum capacity specified for bottles of passito wines.
This amendment concerns Article 7 of the product specification and section 9 of the single document.
2. Vintage year
Description: the vintage year must be indicated for Verdicchio di Matelica wines, except for sparkling wines not labelled as vintage wines.
Reasons: this is a better specification on how the products bearing this designation are to be labelled.
This amendment concerns Article 7 of the product specification and section 9 of the single document.
3. References to the control body – change of address
Description: the address of Valoritalia società per la certificazione delle qualità e delle produzioni vitivinicole italiane S.r.l. has been changed from Via Piave 24, 00187 Rome to Via Venti Settembre 98/G, 00187 Rome, Italia.
Reasons: the control body for Verdicchio di Matelica has changed registered office.
This amendment concerns Article 10 of the product specification but does not concern the single document.
SINGLE DOCUMENT
1. Name of the product
Verdicchio di Matelica
2. Geographical indication type
PDO - Protected Designation of Origin
3. Categories of grapevine product
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Wine |
5. |
Quality sparkling wine |
4. Description of the wines
1. Verdicchio di Matelica
CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Verdicchio di Matelica PDO wines are pale straw-yellow in colour. They have a characteristic and delicate smell and a dry, harmonious taste with a slightly bitter aftertaste.
General analytical characteristics |
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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum total acidity |
4,50 grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid |
Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) |
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Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) |
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2. Verdicchio di Matelica passito
CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Verdicchio di Matelica PDO passito wines are yellow to amber in colour. They have a characteristic intense smell redolent of ethers, a semi-sweet to sweet taste, a velvety texture and a characteristic slightly bitter aftertaste.
General analytical characteristics |
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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum total acidity |
4,00 grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid |
Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) |
25 |
Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) |
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3. Verdicchio di Matelica spumante
CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Verdicchio di Matelica PDO spumante sparkling wines are straw yellow in colour with light green hints. They have a characteristic delicate, fine, generous and composite smell, a fine and persistent foam and a taste from extra brut to dry. They are flavoursome, fresh, fine and harmonious.
General analytical characteristics |
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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum total acidity |
4,50 grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid |
Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) |
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Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) |
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5. Wine-making practices
5.1. Specific oenological practices
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5.2. Maximum yields
1. Verdicchio di Matelica
13 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare
2. Verdicchio di Matelica passito
13 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare
3. Verdicchio di Matelica spumante
13 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare
6. Demarcated geographical area
The growing area of the grapes used to make Verdicchio di Matelica PDO wines comprises part of the territory of the municipalities of Matelica, Esanatoglia, Gagliole, Castelraimondo, Camerino and Pioraco in the province of Macerata and part of the territory of the municipalities of Cerreto d’Esi and Fabriano in the province of Ancona.
7. Wine grape varieties
Verdicchio bianco B. - Trebbiano di Soave B.
8. Description of the link(s)
Verdicchio di Matelica
Human factors have played a crucial role in the development of the growing and wine-making techniques for Verdicchio di Matelica PDO wines. The production and consumption of sparkling and passito wines is a tradition in the area going back centuries and amply documented. The human factors have interacted with the growing area’s unique natural factors, such as the climate and the nature of the soils, to give Verdicchio di Matelica PDO wines their unique and unparalleled analytical, aromatic and organoleptic characteristics, which are inextricably linked to the native variety used as the main grape.
9. Essential further conditions (packaging, labelling, other requirements)
Indication of the vintage year
Legal framework:
In EU legislation
Type of further condition:
Additional provisions relating to labelling
Description of the condition:
The vintage year must be indicated on the labelling of Verdicchio di Matelica PDO wines, except for sparkling wines not labelled as vintage wines.
Packaging and containers
Legal framework:
In EU legislation
Type of further condition:
Additional provisions relating to labelling
Description of the condition:
For Verdicchio di Matelica wines with no additional specification, use may be made of non-glass packaging consisting of a polyethylene or polyester multi-layered plastic bag enclosed in a box made of cardboard or any other rigid material, with a capacity of at least the minimum laid down by national and European Union legislation.
The Verdicchio di Matelica passito wine type may be released for consumption only in glass bottles with a capacity not exceeding 1,50 litres.
Link to the product specification
https://www.politicheagricole.it/flex/cm/pages/ServeBLOB.php/L/IT/IDPagina/18198
9.8.2022 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
C 304/15 |
Publication of a communication of approval of a standard amendment to a product specification for a name in the wine sector referred to in Article 17(2) and (3) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33
(2022/C 304/08)
This communication is published in accordance with Article 17(5) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33 (1).
COMMUNICATION OF STANDARD AMENDMENT MODIFYING THE SINGLE DOCUMENT
‘Pla de Bages’
PDO-ES-A1557-AM06
Date of communication: 21.6.2022
DESCRIPTION OF AND REASONS FOR THE APPROVED AMENDMENT
1. Reduction of the alcoholic strength for certain rosé wines
Description:
The minimum alcoholic strength required for rosé wines made using grapes of the Mandó and Picapoll Negro varieties is being reduced from 12.5 % vol. to 11.5 % vol.
It has been added that when blending varieties for a rosé, the applicable alcoholic strength shall depend on the proportion of each one.
This amendment affects point 2 of the product specification and point 4 of the single document.
It is a standard amendment as it does not meet any of the criteria laid down in Article 14(1) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33.
Reasons:
Picapoll Negra and Mandó are varieties that have been revived (since 2014 and 2016, respectively) in the area where ‘Pla de Bages’ PDO is made and they are included in the product specification.
The characteristics of these grapes, as is the case with some other Vitis vinifera varieties, are such that it is hard to achieve a high alcoholic strength. It has been deemed appropriate to reduce the minimum alcoholic strength of rosé wines made from Mandó and Picapoll Negro grapes from 12.5o to 11.5o alcohol.
2. Amendment to organoleptic description
Description:
Part of the text describing the wines has been moved and replaced by a table setting out the organoleptic characteristics.
This amendment affects point 2.1 of the product specification and point 4 of the single document.
It is a standard amendment as it does not meet any of the criteria laid down in Article 14(1) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33.
Reasons:
The reason for this amendment is that the product specification is becoming more technical and it is important to ensure that it is as clear and objective as possible to aid reading and interpretation.
3. Reclassification of varieties
Description:
Change in the distribution of authorised and recommended varieties. The varieties remain the same, with the difference that Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon have been changed from ‘recommended’ to ‘authorised’. However, the Mandó/Garró variety has been changed from ‘authorised’ to ‘recommended’.
This amendment concerns section 6 of the product specification and does not affect the single document.
It is a standard amendment as it does not meet any of the criteria laid down in Article 14(1) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33.
Reasons:
The intention behind these proposed changes is to organise the list of varieties to show that those that are considered local and better adapted to the area as ‘recommended’ varieties in accordance with the strategic approach taken by the PDO.
4. Improvements to the wording of the link
Description:
The wording of the ‘wine’ category has been improved.
This amendment affects point 7 of the product specification and point 8.1 of the single document.
Given that it only entails an improvement and not a change to the wording of the link, it is a standard amendment as it does not meet any of the criteria laid down in Article 14(1) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33.
Reasons:
The reason for this amendment is that the product specification is becoming more technical and it is important to ensure that it is as clear and objective as possible to aid reading and interpretation.
In view of the above, the distinctive characteristics of the product have been rewritten in the section on the Link.
SINGLE DOCUMENT
1. Name(s)
Pla de Bages
2. Geographical indication type
PDO – Protected Designation of Origin
3. Categories of grapevine product
1. |
Wine |
3. |
Liqueur wine |
5. |
Quality sparkling wine |
8. |
Semi-sparkling wine |
4. Description of the wine(s)
1. White and rosé wines
CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
WHITE: Pale to dark yellow (golden) in colour. Clear appearance with no turbidity. Presence of fruity aromas. In some cases there can be aromas of wood from ageing. They are usually light.
ROSÉ: Red in colour ranging from pale pink and/or onion skin to cherry red. Clear appearance with no turbidity. Presence of fruity aromas. In some cases there can be aromas of wood from ageing. They are usually light.
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The minimum acquired alcoholic strength for rosés made solely from Sumoll, Ull de Llebre, Garró/Mandó and Picapoll Negro is 11,5 % vol. and 12,5o vol. for others, In the case of wines containing blends made from varieties with different minimum alcoholic strength values, the minimum value of the blend shall be directly proportionate to the minimum alcoholic strength of each of the varieties and to the percentage of each one in the blend. |
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Wines aged for more than 1 year and wines produced in wooden barrels within the same year, whether by fermentation and/or ageing, must have a maximum volatile acidity of 0,9 g/l. |
General analytical characteristics |
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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
11 |
Minimum total acidity |
4,5 grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid |
Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) |
11,67 |
Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) |
180 |
2. Red wine
CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Red in colour with variable hues ranging from violet to ochre depending on the production and ageing processes. Clear appearance with no turbidity. Presence of fruity aromas. In certain cases, there may be aromas of wood from ageing. Variable depending on the production and ageing processes. From light and fresh to more structured and concentrated.
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The minimum actual alcoholic strength for wines made only from Sumoll, Ull de Llebre, Picapoll Negro and Garró/Mandó grapes is 11,5 % vol. |
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Wines aged for more than 1 year and wines produced in wooden barrels within the same year, whether by fermentation and/or ageing, must have a maximum volatile acidity of 1,1 g/l. |
General analytical characteristics |
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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
12,5 |
Minimum total acidity |
4,5 grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid |
Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) |
13,3 |
Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) |
150 |
3. Semi-sparkling wine
CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
As described above, in accordance with the relevant colour. Presence of bubbles. Presence of fruity aromas. In some cases there can be aromas from ageing. Fresh wines due to the presence of carbon dioxide, which also increases the feeling of structure and fullness in the mouth.
General analytical characteristics |
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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
10,5 |
Minimum total acidity |
4,5 grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid |
Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) |
13,3 |
Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) |
200 |
4. Quality sparkling wine
CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
As described above, in accordance with the relevant colour. Presence of bubbles. Presence of fruity aromas. In some cases there can be aromas from ageing. Fresh wines due to the presence of carbon dioxide, which also increases the feeling of structure and fullness in the mouth.
General analytical characteristics |
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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
10,5 |
Minimum total acidity |
4,5 grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid |
Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) |
13,3 |
Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) |
185 |
5. Liqueur wines
CONCISE TEXTUAL DESCRIPTION
Yellow, amber, golden, red, roasted. Presence of aromas of fresh fruit or ripe fruit depending on the production/ ageing processes. Unctuous and persistent.
General analytical characteristics |
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Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
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Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % volume) |
15 |
Minimum total acidity |
4,5 grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid |
Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre) |
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Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre) |
180 |
5. Wine-making practices
5.1. Specific oenological practices
1.
Traditional cultivation practices must be used in order to achieve the best qualities. All the wine-growing practices must respect the environment and the physiological balance of the vines. Agronomic expertise must be applied in order to obtain grapes in optimal condition for winemaking
The vine must be trained in accordance with generally accepted wine-growing practices and methods.
The harvested grapes must be transported as quickly as possible and using methods that ensure that the quality of the grapes is preserved.
2.
The grapes must be harvested with great care. Wines covered by the PDO may be made only from healthy grapes that are sufficiently ripe to produce wines with a natural alcoholic strength of at least 9,5 % vol. for whites and 11 % vol. for reds. Semi-sparkling or quality sparkling wines made using the grapes must have a minimum natural alcoholic strength of 9,5 % vol.
5.2. Maximum yields
1. |
10 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare |
2. |
70 hectolitres per hectare |
3. |
9 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare |
4. |
63 hectolitres per hectare |
6. Demarcated geographical area
Wines bearing the ‘Pla de Bages’ PDO are produced in the following municipalities:
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Aguilar de Segarra |
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Artés |
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Avinyó |
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Balsareny |
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Calders |
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Callús |
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Cardona |
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Castellbell i el Vilar |
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Castellfollit del Boix |
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Castellgalí |
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Castellnou de Bages |
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El Pont de Vilomara i Rocafort |
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L’Estany |
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Fonollosa |
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Gaià |
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Manresa |
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Marganell |
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Moià |
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Monistrol de Calders |
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Monistrol de Monserrat |
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Mura |
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Navarcles |
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Navàs |
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Rajadell |
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Sallent |
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Sant Feliu Sasserra |
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Sant Fruitós de Bages |
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Sant Joan de Vilatorrada |
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Sant Mateu de Bages |
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Sant Salvador de Guardiola |
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Sant Vicenç de Castellet |
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Santpedor |
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Santa Maria d’Oló |
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Suria |
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Talamanca |
7. Wine grapes variety(ies)
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PICAPOLL BLANCO |
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SUMOLL TINTO |
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TEMPRANILLO - ULL DE LLEBRE |
8. Description of the link(s)
8.1. Wine
The agricultural and climatic conditions defined for the district are characterised by temperatures and a level of rainfall that are very different from those of the neighbouring districts. The average altitude in the district is also an advantage for ‘Pla de Bages’ PDO wines. The distance from the sea and the pre-coastal barrier mean that the climate in our PDO is halfway between Mediterranean and inland continental.
Given the significant influence exerted by the Pyrenees, the aromas of the white wines (particularly those made from the Picapoll variety) tend towards the fresher end of the descriptions for each variety. This climate is also conducive to the production of light wines, marked by a good acidic core. A fuller volume in the mouth is achieved by wine-making practices such as ageing on the lees or barrel-ageing.
The abundant forests in the district, which surround most of the vines, and the large number of aromatic herbs growing throughout the Bages district give it a very distinctive terroir that has a strong and specific influence on all wine products bearing the ‘Pla de Bages’ PDO. The primary aromas of the wines are infused with the scents of those herbs. Some examples are rosemary, lavender and thyme.
The cold climate is conducive to slow ripening in the autumn, which facilitates a good build-up of colour in all varieties. However, the presence of native varieties such as Mandó, Sumoll and Picapoll Negro should be highlighted, as they can have lower colour potential by definition.
The aromatic profile is distinctive because the typical properties of the majority of the varieties are very much respected in the area. As it is an area where the grapes ripen later than the average for the state, the primary aromas tend to be maintained. Due to the strong presence of forests surrounding the vineyards in the region, some of the red wines have balsamic notes that add to the fresh feeling.
8.2. Semi-sparkling wine
The comments made in the previous section on wines also apply here.
8.3. Quality sparkling wine
The Bages district has a long tradition of making sparkling wines. The municipality of Artés is covered by the ‘Cava’ PDO as wines of that type have been produced there ever since the first experiments were made in the early 20th century. In other words, it was a pioneer in the production of sparkling wines.
8.4. Liqueur wine
Liqueur wines have been produced in the Bages district since time immemorial. Rancio wine, mistela and natural sweet wine had been common drinks in the households of the district for many years. The combination of a traditional production method and the vine varieties of the district, which are influenced by the agro-climatic conditions referred to above, gives these wines certain particular organoleptic characteristics.
9. Essential further conditions (packaging, labelling, other requirements)
Legal framework:
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In national legislation |
Type of further condition:
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Packaging within the demarcated geographical area |
Description of the condition:
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Wines bearing the ‘Pla de Bages’ PDO must be packaged in the area specified in the regulations governing the PDO. This decision was made by the Regulatory Board as it considers that, given the small area covered by the PDO, any external interference might have a negative impact on quality, as it would be beyond the Board’s control and might undermine the established standards. |
Link to the product specification
https://incavi.gencat.cat/.content/005-normativa/plecs-condicions-do-catalanes/Arxius-plecs/DO-Pla-de-Bages-Crtl-canvis-v-gener2022.pdf