Georgia introduces digital labeling of wine.
From February 1, 2027, all producers will be required to mark bottled and bottled wine with three levels of protection, Afsani reports. ge. The Ministry of Agriculture motivated this decision in the fight against fake products.
The system is made in analogy to the protection of banknotes and passports. Each bottle will be issued with a unique passport and QR code. Buyers will be able to verify the authenticity of the wine using a smartphone.
The stamp is made of a self-destructing material; It cannot be transferred to another container. The cost of labeling will be about 10 Tatars (about 3.11 rubles) per bottle. The authorities promise to provide preferential conditions for small wineries.