The DO Catalunya expands its area with 60 new municipalities: 44 without any other DO

The DO Catalunya incorporates 60 municipalities into its production area, expanding territory and recognizing the Catalan wine diversity.

Mapa detallat dels 60 municipis nous incorporats a la DO Catalunya, amb 44 sense cap altra denominació d'origen - Imagen generada por IA — Detailed map of the 60 new municipalities incorporated into the DO Catalunya, with 44 without any other designation of origin — Image generated by AI

Júlia Gual

Updated: 18/08/26 | 7:28

The DO Catalunya has expanded its production area with 60 new municipalities, 44 of which do not coexist with other denominations. This change reflects the growing and diverse reality of viticulture in the region.

With this expansion, the denomination responds to the need to include localities with the presence of vineyards that until now were not recognized, adjusting the geographical delimitation and strengthening its territorial scope.

Details of the territorial expansion

Which municipalities have been added without coexistence with other DOs?

A total of 44 municipalities are incorporated into DO Catalunya without coexisting with any other denomination, which facilitates a clear and exclusive identity for these territories within the seal.

How is coexistence with other denominations managed?

Sixteen municipalities are incorporated coexisting with other Catalan DOs, allowing complicity between different wine-growing areas that reflect the complexity and richness of Catalan wines.

Impact and significance for local viticulture

Why is this expansion relevant for local producers?

This expansion officially recognizes the presence of vineyards in areas not previously included, offering marketing opportunities and visibility within a recognized structure that adds prestige to the products.

What repercussions does it have for the consumer and the territory?

Consumers will be able to better identify the origin of the wines and enjoy a more representative offer of Catalan diversity. At the same time, the territory gains visibility and economic value thanks to inclusion within DO Catalunya.