1.In applying a quality policy for spirit drinks which are produced on their own territory and in particular for geographical indications registered in Annex III or for the establishment of new geographical indications, Member States may lay down rules stricter than those in Annex II on production, description, presentation and labelling in so far as they are compatible with Community law.
2.Member States shall not prohibit or restrict the import, sale or consumption of spirit drinks which comply with this Regulation.