Introduction to France
3 important questions on Introduction to France
INAO in France, founded in 1935, oversees which regulations and tasks and/or commitments?
- It oversaw the creation of AOC – Appellation d’Orgine Contrôlee, and from 2009 IGP wines.
AOC
- Geographically defined appellations, including detailed rules about methods of production:
- Varieties allowed in an AOC
- Planting density
- Allowed training systems
- Maximum Yields
- Minimum alcohol levels
- Required length of maturation of wine before release
- Earliest date the wine can be sold
Are coops important for French wineries?
Yes, for the smaller growers: over 40% is produced by coops
What are the largest French wine companies?
Castel (12%), Carrefour France, ITM interprices
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