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EU Parliament Backs 0.05% ABV Standard for ‘Alcohol‑Free’ Wine

Member states must still give formal consent before the rules take effect.

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Das EU-Parlament hat neue Kennzeichnungen für alkoholfreie und alkoholreduzierte Weine auf den Weg gebracht. Die Abgeordneten stimmten dafür, dass Wein mit weniger als 0,05 Prozent Alkohol künftig EU-weit als "alkoholfrei" verkauft werden.

Overview

  • Wines meeting the 0.05% ABV threshold may carry a “0.0%” label across the EU.
  • Bottles at 0.5% ABV or higher can be labeled “alcohol‑reduced” if their alcohol content has been cut by at least 30%.
  • Lawmakers in Strasbourg approved the measure by a large majority following a December agreement with national governments.
  • Demand for non‑alcoholic wine and sparkling wine is growing, particularly as younger consumers cut back on alcohol.
  • In Austria, retail wine purchases fell about 5% last year and hospitality sales also declined, according to ÖWM.