France Approves Specifications for Valençay Controlled Designation of Origin
An order dated October 27, 2026, has approved the specifications for the controlled designation of origin (AOC) "Valençay." This new order repeals a previous one from December 5, 2025. The specifications, which define how the product must be made to carry the "Valençay" label, were approved by the Minister of Agriculture, Food and Food Sovereignty, among others, and are based on EU regulations and French agricultural law. The full specifications can be accessed online.
What does it mean?
The rules for making and labeling "Valençay" products have been officially approved. This means that the standards for what can be called "Valençay" are now set and published. This approval replaces older rules from 2025.
Who is affected?
Producers and consumers of products labeled "Valençay."
What changes?
The specifications for the controlled designation of origin "Valençay" approved on December 5, 2025, have been repealed and replaced by the specifications approved on October 27, 2026.