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AOC

Abbreviation for the French phrase “Appellation d’origine contrôlée”, which in English translates into “controlled term of origin”. AOC is a designation that is granted to French agricultural products such as wine, butter, and cheese that comply with certain regulations concerning origin, contents, and manufacturing methods. AOC regulations are administered by Institut National des Appellations d’Origine.
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