The wines of AOC Alsace, in which the grape variety typically appears on the label, are comprised of 100% of that varietal. Where not indicated, the wine is typically a blend of several grape varietals, sometimes called “Edelzwicker” or “Gentil”, or bearing a brand name. Corresponding geographical information (vineyard site, commune, etc.) may also be included on the label.

AOC Alsace wines (with the exception of Crémant d’Alsace) are always sold in a “Wine of the Rhine” shaped bottle, known as the “Flute”, which must be used by law. Since 1972, these wines must be bottled in their region of production.

All Alsace AOC wines are subject to a quality control via an independent organisation governed by the Institut National des Appellations d’Origine.

AOC Alsace represents 74% of the region’s wine production, of which 92% are white wines.

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