Appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC): Difference between revisions
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The AOC system has faced criticism for being rigid and bureaucratic, potentially discouraging innovation. Some argue that enforcing typicity through tasting panels risks homogenising expressions of [[terroir]]. Others note that compliance places a heavier burden on small producers compared to larger estates.<ref>Joseph, Robert, ''French Wine: Revised and Updated'', Dorling Kindersley, 2005, ISBN 0-7566-1520-8.</ref> | The AOC system has faced criticism for being rigid and bureaucratic, potentially discouraging innovation. Some argue that enforcing typicity through tasting panels risks homogenising expressions of [[terroir]]. Others note that compliance places a heavier burden on small producers compared to larger estates.<ref>Joseph, Robert, ''French Wine: Revised and Updated'', Dorling Kindersley, 2005, ISBN 0-7566-1520-8.</ref> | ||
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