The term 'ARTESIAN APPELLATION' is a three-letter acronym, NOM, which stands for 'Nomenclature d'Origine Contrôlee'. This is a French system of labeling and regulating the production of certain food products, such as wine, cheese, and other agricultural products. It is designed to ensure that the product meets certain standards of quality and origin. The label is given to products that have been produced in a specific region, using traditional methods and ingredients.