Protected Geographical Indication (PGI): Difference between revisions

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== Application in the wine sector ==

The PGI designation plays a vital role in supporting regional viticulture and promoting wine identity within the European Union. While less restrictive than [[PDO]] classifications, PGI wines must still adhere to defined criteria concerning grape origin, basic winemaking practices, and labelling standards.

The PGI designation plays a vital role in supporting regional viticulture and promoting wine identity within the European Union. While less restrictive than PDO classifications, PGI wines must still adhere to defined criteria concerning grape origin, basic winemaking practices, and labelling standards.

To qualify for PGI status, at least 85% of the grapes used in production must originate from the geographical area indicated on the label. Winemakers must also follow registration and inspection protocols defined by national authorities and aligned with EU regulations<ref>European Commission, ‘‘Geographical indications and quality schemes explained’’, https://agriculture.ec.europa.eu/farming/geographical-indications-and-quality-schemes/geographical-indications-and-quality-schemes-explained_en, accessed August 2025.</ref>.

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 == Application in the wine sector ==
-The PGI designation plays a vital role in supporting regional viticulture and promoting wine identity within the European Union. While less restrictive than [[PDO]] classifications, PGI wines must still adhere to defined criteria concerning grape origin, basic winemaking practices, and labelling standards.
+The PGI designation plays a vital role in supporting regional viticulture and promoting wine identity within the European Union. While less restrictive than PDO classifications, PGI wines must still adhere to defined criteria concerning grape origin, basic winemaking practices, and labelling standards.
 To qualify for PGI status, at least 85% of the grapes used in production must originate from the geographical area indicated on the label. Winemakers must also follow registration and inspection protocols defined by national authorities and aligned with EU regulations<ref>European Commission, ‘‘Geographical indications and quality schemes explained’’, https://agriculture.ec.europa.eu/farming/geographical-indications-and-quality-schemes/geographical-indications-and-quality-schemes-explained_en, accessed August 2025.</ref>.