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Group 110

Manufacture of wine from grapes

This CAEN division covers the manufacture of wines from fermented grapes, from still wines to sparkling or aromatized wines. Essentially, it concerns producers who transform grapes into wine, whether they are large wineries or small vineyards that bottle their own production.

Included Activities & Applicability

  • ✅ Production of still wines
  • ✅ sparkling wines
  • ✅ quality sparkling wines
  • ✅ liqueur wines and aromatized wines Vinification of grape must Fermentation and aging of wines Blending of wines Bottling of wines (if not a separate activity) Production of wines for domestic or industrial use

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

  • ❌ Wholesale trade of wines (CAEN code 4634)
  • ❌ Retail trade of wines (CAEN code 4725)
  • ❌ Manufacture of grape must (CAEN code 1101)
  • ❌ Production of wine vinegar (CAEN code 1084)
  • ❌ Growing of grapes (CAEN code 0121)

Subordinate Structure

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

Wine Industry in Romania

Romania's wine industry has a millennia-old tradition, and the CAEN division 110 covers the heart of this sector: the transformation of grapes into wine. From historic wineries in Moldova, Muntenia, or Transylvania to emerging vineyards in Dobrogea, wine production is a pillar of the agricultural economy and the national brand. In recent years, exports of Romanian wine have grown steadily, and domestic consumption is recovering after a period of stagnation, supported by wine tourism and growing interest in quality local products.

From a macroeconomic perspective, this activity significantly contributes to the trade balance and creates jobs in rural areas. However, entrepreneurs in the field face challenges related to the capital required for machinery and winemaking facilities, as well as climatic fluctuations affecting grape harvests. Bureaucracy and competition with imported wines from traditional countries such as France or Italy are other obstacles. Nevertheless, the development of wine tourism routes and in-cellar tastings offer additional opportunities for direct sales and customer loyalty.

Market prospects are optimistic, and digitalization and online marketing can help small producers reach consumers across the country and abroad. Investments in technology, from controlled fermentation systems to modern bottling lines, are essential for competitiveness. In conclusion, the manufacture of wine from grapes is not only a cultural heritage but also a dynamic economic sector with real growth potential in the coming years.