noun, feminine/a.pɛ.la.sjɔ̃ d‿ɔ.ʁi.ʒin kɔ̃.tʁo.le/plural: appellations d'origine contrôlée
French governmental certification granted to certain French geographical indications for wines, cheeses, butters, and other agricultural products
Synonyms: AOC, appellation contrôlée