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Agreement between the European Community and the Republic of Slovenia on the reciprocal recognition, protection and control of wine names

Document type
Bilateral
Field of application
Regional/restricted
Date
Jan 1, 2002
Source
FAO, FAOLEX;  IUCN (ID: TRE-149229)
Language
English
Subject
Food & nutrition
Keyword
Viticulture/oenological practices Offences/penalties International agreement-text Certification
Abstract

On the basis of the principles of non-discrimination and reciprocity, the Contracting Parties undertake to recognize, protect and control names of wines originating in their territories. The Agreement consists of the following four Titles: (I) Reciprocal protection of wine names; (II) Controls and mutual assistance between competent authorities; (III) Management of the Agreement; (IV) General provisions. Article 5 specifies the names to be protected. Article 6 deals with trade marks. To ensure the effective compliance with this Agreement, each Contracting Party shall designate the competent authority which shall be resposnsible for its application. In case of infringement, penalties shall be applied (art. 12).

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Website
ue.eu.int

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