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KURZ and Willi Opitz: Product Protection Against Wine Counterfeiting

Wine counterfeiting is a growing problem worldwide. It poses a risk to consumers and significantly damages the image of producers. The internationally renowned Willi Opitz winery in Illmitz, Burgenland, is also affected by this development. The winemaker was therefore looking for a solution that would offer consumers greater security.

setembro 26, 2025

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