CEVI News

On Tuesday 10 February, the European Parliament proceeded with the final vote on the Wine legislative Package. While the text remains imperfect and does not meet all the expectations of European Independent Winegrowers, it does represent a step forward, introducing tangible improvements to the existing legislative framework without disrupting the fragile balance of the sector.

During the night of 2 to 3 April, the President of the United States announced the imposition of 20% “reciprocal” tariffs on all European Union products, including wine. In response to this decision, which threatens one of the most important export markets for Europe’s Independent Winegrowers and undermines thousands of businesses, CEVI calls for a targeted diplomatic response to exclude wine from the list of sanctioned products.

The European Commission has just unveiled its proposed reform of EU wine policy, known as the “wine package”. A disappointing text for CEVI (European Confederation of Independent Winegrowers), which had actively submitted proposals to strengthen the resilience of Independent Winegrowers’ businesses and support their performance on the market.

On Monday, CEVI (European Confederation of Independent Winegrowers) held its General Assembly in the Lazio region of Italy. On this occasion, its members elected Samuel Masse (France) as President of the organisation. He succeeds Matilde Poggi (Italy), who chose not to run again after four years in office.

CEVI acknowledges the recommendations of the High-Level Group on the future of the wine sector. However, it highlights the need for more ambitious proposals regarding the EU’s trade policy, promotion, and wine tourism, and calls for better consideration of the needs of micro and SMEs that are the cornerstone of the Independent Winegrowers’ model.

CEVI participated in the first meeting of the High-Level Group on Wine established by the European Commission, to present its vision for the future of European wine policy and the preservation of the Independent Winegrowers’ model.

Ahead of the European elections, the European Confederation of Independent Winegrowers (CEVI) presents its Manifesto to make the voice of independent winegrowers heard and to propose a comprehensive vision for the future of viticulture in Europe.

On 29 April, CEVI members met in Orange (Vaucluse), France, for their annual General assembly and Board meeting.

5 July 2023 – Following the publication by the European Commission of its “additional study” on the SUR Regulation, the European wine sector expresses deep concerns about its future.

1 June 2023, Brussels – CEVI welcomes the European Parliament’s vote on the revision of the geographical indications (GI) systems at European level.

CEVI’s members met in Belgium for 3 intense days of work and discover

Following the vote of the report “Strengthening Europe in the fight against cancer” CEVI welcomes the position acted by the European Parliament on focusing on harmful alcohol consumption