Whole foie gras
This is a preparation comprising whole foie gras or one or more whole lobes of foie gras and seasoning. The colouring is uniform when sliced.
The only authorised seasonings are salt, sugar, spices and aromatic plants, eaux de vie, and wine, including liqueur wine.
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Le foie gras
This is a preparation comprising pieces of foie gras lobes lumped together, possibly from different birds, together with seasoning. It has an attractive mottled appearance when sliced.
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Block of foie gras
This is a preparation comprising reconstituted foie gras and seasoning. When pieces of foie gras lobes are included, it then becomes "Block of foie gras with pieces" and is copious with clearly visible chunks upon cutting.
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The appellations
