S.L. 436.3 Art. 4Classification.

(1) For the purpose of cultivation, the vine varieties for the production of wine grapes are nationally classified and are identified by name, synonyms and, or homonyms, grape colour, suitability for the production of wines with a protected designation of origin, with a geographical indication and varietal wines without a protected designation of origin or protected geographical indication and by any of the following authorised uses:

(a) variety for the production of table wine;

(b) variety for the production of wine spirit;

(c) variety for the production of grapes intended for drying.

(2) Only varieties that belong to the species or Vitis vinifera come from a cross between this species and other species of the genus are allowed in the classification. These varieties shall Vitis be listed in the National Catalogue of Varieties - Vines Section, prior to classification.

(3) The varieties listed in Schedule I shall form the classification and only these varieties shall be planted or used for grafting in Malta for the purpose of wine production intended for commercialisation.

(4) Areas planted with vine varieties, for the purpose of wine production, not listed in the classification shall be grubbed up, save where the production of those areas is intended exclusively for the consumption of the wine producer’s family or used for scientific research and experiments as authorised by the Unit.