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Intellectual Property

May 5, 2012

TRIPS: Where is my champagne?

Many countries and international agreements recognize the value of geographic origin. By Scott Plamondon of Weintraub Genshlea Chediak Tobin & Tobin


By Scott Plamondon


While champagne is rarely my drink of choice (the bubbles tickle my nose), those who prefer to imbibe champagne may have noticed that their favorite beverage might have quietly changed its name from "champagne" to "sparkling wine." In similar fashion, those who enjoy Basmati rice or Camembert cheese might also have noticed changes to the names of their favorite products. Many may wonder what has happened, and why we are now ...

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