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China recognises ‘Bordeaux’
China has said it now recognises the term “Bordeaux” as a brand after what has been a four year struggle by the French government.
France has been in talks with China since 2011 to have the country recognise the Bordeaux appellation in a bid to combat counterfeit wines.
The French agricultural ministry said the agreement was an “historic advance” in the fight against fakes.
The agreement was made on the first day of a three day visit to France by Chinese prime minister Li Keqiang. Another 100 geographical labels from the two countries are being discussed as part of “wide-ranging” trade talks.