Revised classification standards spark debate among growers.
A revision of appellation rules has divided the wine community. Supporters say tighter standards protect quality and place; critics argue the new categories add paperwork without helping the drinker understand what is in the glass.
We summarise what actually changed, who benefits, and why a handful of well-known estates are threatening to opt out entirely.
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