Following the UK’s exit from the EU, there may be a change to tariffs on the trade of wines and spirits, as well as the inputs into their production.

At the end of the transition period, the UK will no longer be a member of the EU and will therefore be treated as a third country by the EU. This means there will be different rules for products placed on the UK and EU markets.

The requirements for labelling wine and sparkling wine of fresh grapes will change after the transition period as outlined in the Withdrawal Agreement, due to end on 31 December 2020.

The requirements for labelling spirits, spirit-based drinks, wine-based drinks, made wine and other intermediate products will change when the transition period ends on 31 December 2020.

What are the likely changes to EMCS at the end of the Brexit transition period?