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How are the wine appellations in Savoie structured?
Savoyard viticulture is organised around several distinct appellations. The regional appellation Vin de Savoie forms the foundation of the hierarchy and can be complemented by the name of a cru, such as Apremont, Abymes, Chignin, or Cruet, each cru corresponding to a specific terroir with its own characteristics. Roussette de Savoie is an appellation dedicated exclusively to whites made from Altesse. Seyssel, one of the oldest appellations in the region, produces elegant still and sparkling whites. Crépy, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, completes this panorama with fine and refreshing Chasselas wines. This organisation into crus within an umbrella appellation makes reading Savoyard labels a particularly rich experience.
