The CVA is the entity responsible for ensuring the origin, quality, and genuineness of Algarve wines.

The certifications of Denomination of Origin (DO) or Geographical Indication (GI) ensure consumers about the quality of the purchased products. 

–LEGAL GUIDELINES AND DOCUMENTATION FOR CVA CERTIFICATION–

• • Decree-Law No. 299/90 of September 24th
  • Decree-Law No. 318/2003 of December 20th
  • Resolution No. 72/2014 of March 17th
  • Resolution No. 347/2015 of October 12th
  • Notice 12253/2023 of June 28th, 2023
  • Statutes of the Algarve Wine Commission
  • Internal Regulations of CVA
  • Management System Manual
  • Technical Procedures Manual
  • Technical Guidelines – Control Plan for Certified DO/GI Products

– CERTIFICATION Procedure –

 CVA offers product certification following the NP ISO/IEC 17065 standard and has adopted the certification Procedure 4, except for section c) of point 6 as defined in NP EN ISO/IEC 17067.

 SEE HERE THE COMPLETE CERTIFICATION Procedure

Cancellation, reduction, suspension, or withdrawal of certification

 Complaints Procedure

Reception, registration, and handling of appeals