Labels for Export

Export labels are checked for compliance with the AWBC Act and the Food Standards Code as part of the AWBC approval process.

Labels for the EU are approved by the AWBC, on behalf of the EU, before an export permit is granted. To find out about the requirements of individual importing countries visit the online Export Market Guide.

The following PDF documents provide a basic overview of requirements in the EU and North America:

• A Guide to labelling with Geographical Indications
• Alignment of domestic labels for the EU
• Alignment of domestic labels for the USA
• Alignment of domestic labels for Canada

The Corporation will, when time permits, review labels prior to printing and provide a free opinion as to whether all requirements are met for intended markets. However, the exporter should first attempt to update the label in accordance with the provisions set out in the Export Market Guide.  Contact the AWBC Compliance Centre for further information

The Corporation also runs the national Label Integrity Program.

Blending Rules

Any claim must be listed in descending of its proportion in the blend.

 

	Vintage	Variety	Region
Single	85%	85%	85%
Multiple	100%	85%*	95% (min 5%)**

 

* Each variety named in the description and presentation must be present in greater proportion in the composition of the wine than any variety that is not named 

** Maximum of 3 regions can be claimed. 

Organic Claims

Exporters should note that grape products that claim to be 'organic' or 'biodynamic' must comply with the provisions of the Export Control (Organic Certification) Orders issued under the Export Control Act, 1982. These orders make it illegal to export organic produce without a certificate issued by an accredited organisation that verifies the nature of the product.