Burgenland Viticultural Act 2019 (Bgld. WeinbauG 2019).

The document establishes regulations for viticulture in the Burgenland region. Its primary objectives include ensuring compliance with national and EU legal frameworks, and promoting sustainable practices in wine production. Key legal principles include the formation of vineyard plots based on specific grape varieties and planting years, as well as the protection of personal data within the context of the wine registry. Significant measures include the requirement for vineyard plots to be categorized based on grape variety and planting year, with specific thresholds for plot size. The document mandates annual inspections of plantings by designated institutions, with results to be documented and retained for three years. The document specifies that vineyard classifications must be reviewed every ten years, ensuring they remain relevant to topographical and economic conditions. Th etext consists of 17 Articles.