The name of the A.O.C. (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) wine-growing region, district, or village to which the wine is entitled according to how it was produced. For example, a wine from the Saint-Èmilion district would be labeled "Appellation Saint-Èmilion Contrôlée."

The volume of the wine in the bottle, 75 centiliters (just under one liter) is standard.

The percentage of alcohol by volume which varies by appellation.

The control number or lot identification number (this may instead appear on the back label or on the metal capsule).

"Mis en bouteille au château" means that the wine is château-bottled, otherwise the appropriate variation: "mis en bouteille à la propriété" (bottled at the property), "mis en bouteille dans la région de production" (bottled in the region of production), or "mis en bouteille dans nos caves" (bottled in our cellars).

The country of origin must be indicated on all exported wine. "Product of France" (Produit de France) can also be used.

Many optional statements are also often put on labels:

 

The château name, which is also the name of both the product and producer. If it is not a château wine, then the regional appellation or a brand name is usually indicated.

The vintage or year in which the grapes were harvested. 100% of the wine must be from the year on the label.

"Grand Vin" followed by the appellation, most often simply "Grand Vin de Bordeaux."

Art or logo representing the château.

There may also be a bottle number, not to be confused with the control number.