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Division 11

Manufacture of wines from grapes

This category includes the activities of producing wines from fresh grapes or grape must, from fermentation to final bottling. Whether you produce still wine, sparkling wine, or fortified wine, this code covers all stages of actual manufacturing.

Included Activities & Applicability

  • ✅ Manufacture of sparkling wines
  • ✅ Manufacture of still wines
  • ✅ Manufacture of quality wines produced in specified regions
  • ✅ Manufacture of table wines
  • ✅ Manufacture of liqueur wines
  • ✅ Manufacture of flavored wines
  • ✅ Manufacture of grape must

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

  • ❌ Manufacture of alcoholic beverages from cereals (beers
  • ❌ whisky
  • ❌ vodka) Manufacture of wine vinegar Simple bottling of wine without transformation (including labeling) Wholesale or retail trade of bulk or bottled wines

Subordinate Structure

110 Manufacture of wine from grapes
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1101 Distillation, refining and blending of alcoholic beverages
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1102 Manufacture of wines from grapes
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1103 Manufacture of cider and other fruit wines
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1104 Manufacture of other non-distilled fermented beverages
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1105 Manufacture of beer
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1106 Manufacture of malt
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1107 Production of non-alcoholic beverages; production of mineral waters and other bottled waters
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Detailed Analysis & Commercial Insights

The wine industry in Romania has a millennia-old tradition, and CAEN code 11 is the backbone of this sector. Manufacturing wines from grapes is not just an economic activity but an art that combines the science of ampelography with modern fermentation and aging technology. In recent years, Romania has seen a significant increase in the production of quality wines, with exports reaching countries such as Germany, the United Kingdom, and China. This evolution has been supported by investments in modern wineries, implementation of quality management systems, and adoption of sustainable practices. From a macroeconomic perspective, the wine sector contributes to agricultural GDP and employment in rural areas, being an important driver for wine tourism. The main challenges include climatic fluctuations affecting the harvest, fierce international competition from traditional countries (France, Italy, Spain), and the bureaucracy related to obtaining operating permits and origin certifications. Entrepreneurs in this field must constantly invest in marketing and branding to differentiate their products in an increasingly globalized market.