OAR 845-010-0930: Semi-Generic Designation of Geographic Significance

(1) No person may use a semi-generic designation of geographic significance or a name that implies a semi-generic designation as a class or type designation on a wine label. (2) As an exception to section (1) of this rule, a person may use the type designation “Claret” on a wine brand label only if: (a) The wine derives 100% of its volume from a blend of two or more of the following grape varieties: Cabernet franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Malbec, Merlot, or Petit Verdot; and (b) A federal certificate of label approval (COLA) for a “Claret” wine was issued for the same brand name on or after December 1, 2004 and prior to March 10, 2006.