Chișinău, Republic of Moldova, 20 June 2025

Following the 46th World Congress of Vine and Wine, the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) adopted 14 resolutions at its General Assembly.

Event Summary:

  • Over 500 participants from 41 countries

  • More than 300 scientific presentations

  • 13 technical visits

  • Final day marked by the 23rd OIV General Assembly

Key Resolutions Adopted:

  1. Eradication/Containment of Flavescence dorée
    Resolution OIV-VITI 758-2025: Targeting the long-term economic impacts of this grapevine disease.

  2. Ingredient and Nutritional Labeling for Spirituous Beverages

    • OIV-ECO 733-2025: List of ingredients

    • OIV-ECO 732-2025: Nutritional declaration

  3. New Score Sheet for International Competitions
    Resolution OIV-OENO 671A-2025: Enhancing consistency and precision in evaluations.

  4. Wine Misuse Education and Communication
    Resolution OIV-SECSAN 729-2025: Guidelines for responsible consumption in adulthood.

    Four OIV Merit Awards Presented:

    1. Gheorghe Arpentin (Moldova)

    • Professor, Technical University of Moldova

    • R&D Director, Purcari

    • Former Deputy Minister of Agriculture

    • Recognized for contributions to viticulture and health/safety

    2. Christiane Blum (Luxembourg)

    • 30 years of service in analytical chemistry and oenology

    • Renowned for her expertise and diplomacy

    3. Ann Mohlén Årling (Sweden)

    • Legal expert, Sweden’s Food Agency

    • Influential in shaping EU wine legislation

    4. Ricardo F. Nuñez (Argentina)

    • Founder, Vinos de La Luz

    • Advocate for education, innovation, and global cooperation in winemaking

    About the OIV:

    • Scientific and technical intergovernmental organisation

    • 51 Member States

    • Represents:

      • 90% of world’s vineyard surface

      • 88% of global wine production

      • 75% of wine consumption

    OIV Focus Areas:

    1. Viticulture and table grapes

    2. Oenology and analysis

    3. Law and economics

    4. Consumer health and safety

"Summary of Resolutions Adopted by the 23rd General Assembly of the OIV" held on 20 June 2025 in Chisinau, Republic of Moldova:

Viticulture and the Environment

  • Definition of Reconstituted Grape Juice:

    • 16° Brix for Vitis vinifera, 14° Brix for Vitis labrusca (OIV-VITI 678B-2025).

  • Flavescence dorée Management:

    • Prophylaxis and eradication measures outlined (OIV-VITI 758-2025).

? Oenological Practices

  • Fumaric Acid Use in Musts:

    • For microbial control and reduced sulfur dioxide use (OIV-OENO 738-2025).

? Specifications of Oenological Products

  • Tartaric Acid Origin Determination:

    • Using IRMS for isotope ratios (OIV-OENO 691-2025).

  • Chitosan Origin Determination:

    • Differentiates fungal vs. crustacean sources (OIV-OENO 728-2025).

? Methods of Analysis

  • Total Acidity in Grape Products:

    • By titration (OIV-OENO 662G-2025).

  • Yeast Cell Counting in Must/Wine:

    • Flow cytometry (OIV-OENO 713A-2025 & 713B-2025).

  • Evaluation Guidelines for S. cerevisiae:

    • Standard protocol for fermentation traits (OIV-OENO 739-2025).

 Wine Competition Standards

  • Updated Score Sheets:

    • Clearer, more digital-friendly, consistent descriptors (OIV-OENO 671A-2025).

 Economy and Law

  • Labeling Rules for Spirituous Beverages:

    • Optional ingredient/nutrition declarations; e-labeling allowed (OIV-ECO 732 & 733-2025).

 Safety and Health

  • Cadmium Limit in Wine:

    • Reduced to 0.005 mg/L for post-2026 harvests (OIV-SECSAN 721-2025).

  • Alcohol Misuse Education:

    • Strategies to reduce adult misuse, especially through youth education (OIV-SECSAN 729-2025).