12 Introduction to France

Question 1

The French PDO is?

Answer 1

Appellation d’origine Protegee(AOP) but the

traditional term Appellation d’origine controlee(AC or AOC) is more widely seen on the labels

Question 2

The French PGI is?

Answer 2

Indication geographique protegee (IGP) but the traditional term Vin de Pays(Vdp) is often seen

Question 3

Wines without GI?

Answer 3

termed Vin de France