An application to register Gorcola Peyniri as a mark of origin was filed with the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office on 13 January 2026 by Ardahan Ticaret ve Sanayi Odası; it is still under examination. The register files it under "Peynirler". It is one of 2 geographical indications for cheese tied to Artvin in this atlas.
GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION · TURKISH PATENT REGISTRY
Status
Application pending
Applied on
13 January 2026
Registrant
Ardahan Ticaret ve Sanayi Odası
File number
C2026/000012
Product group
Peynirler
geographical indication
Mark of origin: the dish's reputation and method are tied to this region, though it may be produced elsewhere.
