Ingredients
Full list of ingredients used in winemaking: sulfites, fining agents (casein, albumin, isinglass), acidity regulators, and stabilizers. The EU requires transparency on every additive.
EU requirement since December 2023
EU E-Label for Wine: Generate Compliant Digital Labels in Minutes
Winery management platform with built-in e-label generation. Ready for the EU wine labelling rules (Regulation (EU) 2021/2117).
What Is the EU E-Label Regulation?
Regulation (EU) 2021/2117 requires wines sold in the European Union to declare their ingredient list and nutrition information. Apart from the energy value and allergens, these particulars can be provided through an electronic label (e-label) reached by a QR code on the bottle. This applies to every producer selling into the EU, regardless of country of origin.
The energy value (“E”) and allergens must stay on the physical label. The e-label page may not include sales or marketing content and may not collect or track user data.
In force since 8 December 2023. It applies to wines produced from that date; wines produced before it may be sold until stocks run out.
Compliance requirements
What Your E-Label Must Include
Nutritional Information
Energy value (kJ/kcal), fat, saturated fat, carbohydrates, sugars, protein, and salt, all per 100 ml. Calculated from your actual production data, not generic estimates.
Allergens
Sulfites, milk-derived products (casein), and egg-derived products (albumin) must be highlighted prominently. Non-compliance is a food safety violation.
How it works
How Cepaos Generates Your E-Label
01
Enter your wine data
Varietal, vintage, production method, and additives used. If you already manage your winery in Cepaos, most of this is pre-filled from your production records.
02
Cepaos calculates nutritional values
Energy, carbohydrates, sugars, protein, and salt are calculated automatically from your winemaking data, no lab analysis required for standard wines.
03
QR code generated automatically
A unique QR code links to your hosted digital label page. Multi-language support included: the label displays in the consumer's browser language.
04
Print and ship
Download the QR code, add it to your physical label artwork, and you're compliant. Update ingredients or nutritional data anytime, the QR stays the same.
One QR, always current. Update your e-label content anytime without reprinting your physical labels.
Why Cepaos vs Other Solutions
| Feature | Cepaos | Standalone e-label tools | Excel + manual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated with winery management | |||
| Auto-calculates from production data | |||
| Multi-wine batch generation | |||
| Traceability + e-label in one platform | |||
| Automatic compliance updates | |||
| Included in plan (no extra cost) |
Global reach
Available in 20 markets
From Mendoza to Montalcino, from Bordeaux to Barossa, Cepaos serves producers across the world's major wine regions.
ArgentinaChileUruguayBrazilUnited StatesAustraliaNew ZealandSouth AfricaSpainPortugalFranceItalyGermanyGreeceAustriaSwitzerlandCroatiaGeorgiaCanadaMexico
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the e-label rules become mandatory?
Regulation (EU) 2021/2117 has applied since 8 December 2023 to wines produced from that date and sold in the EU. Wines produced before 8 December 2023 may still be sold until stocks run out.
Can I use Cepaos just for e-labels?
Yes. You can start with the e-label module alone and add vineyard management, traceability, or other features later.
What happens if my wine does not meet the labelling rules?
Wines produced since 8 December 2023 without a compliant ingredient list and nutrition declaration cannot be lawfully placed on the EU market, and distributors and importers can reject non-compliant bottles.
Does the e-label work for wines exported outside the EU?
The e-label is required for the EU market, but many non-EU markets (UK, Switzerland, and others) are adopting similar standards. Having an e-label ready positions your wines for global compliance and adds transparency that consumers increasingly demand.
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