Bubbly makers may compromise

Article Abstract:

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms dropped a requirement that sparkling wine makers using the Charmat method label their wines 'bulk process' and instead required these wines be labeled as not bottle fermented. Bulk producers such as Gallo that do not use the superior methode champenoise were pleased with the ruling.

Political activity, Vintners

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Feud bubbles over bulk sparkler labels

Article Abstract:

Producers of sparkling wines that are made using the inexpensive Charmat method want the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms to drop a requirement that those wines be labeled 'bulk process.' Wineries that use the methode champenoise would like to see the requirement remain.

Champagne (Wine)

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Split decision in sparkling wine label flap

Article Abstract:

BAFT ruled that bulk producers of sparkling wines will no longer be required to put the words 'bulk process' on bottle labels. They will, however, be required to differentiate their wines from those made by methode champenoise through a selection of other phrases.

Wines, brandy, and brandy spirits, Cases, E.&J. Gallo Winery, National Association of Beverage Importers

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