appellation contrôlée

[ a-pe-la-syawn kawn-trohley ]

adjective

1. (of a French wine) having use of its name or designation controlled by the government with respect to the region of production, the variety of grapes used, and the level of quality maintained.

Word History and Origins

Origin of appellation contrôlée¹

< French: controlled appellation

Example Sentences

Like wine or cheese producers, the quarries have even applied for an appellation contrôlée designation.

From Washington Post