Definition: Capacity

Quantity contained or capacity of a container. In the wine industry, the capacity must be indicated on vats, casks and bottles. The standard sizes permitted in the European Community for still wines are: 10 cl - 25 cl - 37.5 cl - 75 cl - 1 l - 1.5 l - 2 -3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 8 - 9 and 10 litres. The 62 cl clavelin for Jura's yellow wine has been accepted on an exceptional basis. The majority of Swiss wine production is still delivered in 70 cl bottles. Exporters (who are few in number) and those considering exporting are gradually converting to 75 cl bottles.