- Strictest designation
- Specifies geographic area, animal breeds, production methods
- 45 French cheeses hold this designation
- Guarantees traditional methods but may limit innovation
IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée)
- Less strict than AOP
- Links product to geographic area
- Allows more flexibility in production
Label Rouge
- Guarantees superior quality
- Not geographic-specific
- Includes animal welfare standards