Samples for the analytical databank
Article 27
Open ↗1. For the establishment of the analytical databank of isotopic data referred to in Article 39 of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2018/273, the designated laboratories of the Member States shall take samples of fresh grapes for analysis as well as for their treatment and processing into wine in accordance with the instructions set out in Part I of Annex III to this Regulation. 2. The samples of fresh grapes shall be taken from vineyards situated in a wine-growing area of clearly defined soil type, situation, vine training system, variety, age and cultural practices. 3. The number of samples to be taken each year for the databank is set out in Part II of Annex III. The selection of samples shall take account of the geographical situation of vineyards in the Member States listed in Part II of Annex III. Each year at least 25 % of the samples shall be taken from the same plots as in the previous year. 4. The samples shall be analysed by the methods set out by the Commission pursuant to Article 80(5) of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 and Article 15 of Regulation (EC) No 606/2009 by laboratories designated by the Member States. The designated laboratories shall meet the general criteria for the operation of testing laboratories set out in ISO/IEC 17025:2005, and shall in particular take part in a system of proficiency tests covering methods of isotopic analysis. The laboratories shall provide the evidence of compliance with these criteria in writing to the European reference centre for control in the wine sector (‘ERC-CWS’) for the purpose of quality control and validation of the data provided. 5. The laboratories shall draw up an analysis report in accordance with Part IV of Annex III and a description sheet for each sample in accordance with the questionnaire in Part III of Annex III. 6. The laboratories shall send a copy of the report with the results and interpretation of the analyses along with a copy of the description sheet to the ERC-CWS. 7. Member States and the ERC-CWS shall: (a) preserve data in the analytical databank; (b) keep each of the samples for at least three years from the date the sample is taken; (c) use the databank only for monitoring the application of Union and national wine legislation or for statistical or scientific purposes; (d) take measures to safeguard the data, in particular against theft and interference; (e) make files available, without undue delay or cost, to those to whom they relate so that any inaccuracies can be rectified. 8. The ERC-CWS shall draw up and update on a yearly basis the list of the Member States laboratories designated for the preparation of samples and the measurements for the analytical databank.