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Premier Cru

American  
[pruh-myey kry] / prə myeɪ ˈkrü /

noun

French.

plural

Premiers Crus
  1. cru


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When I mentioned this to winemaker Véronique Drouhin, she said, “People seeking a great white who can’t afford Montrachet will always have incredible pleasure with this premier cru.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Louis Latour Meursault Premier Cru "Château de Blagny" 2022 is a nice bottle of white Burgundy that pairs well with seafood.

From Salon

If you’re lucky, a bottle of Waris-Hubert Rosé Premier Cru will be opened, a crisp, elegant bubble.

From Seattle Times

Look for “premier cru” or “grand cru” on Champagne labels noting top vineyards, as in the Krug Grande Cuvée Brut.

From Seattle Times

Burgundy has seven regional appellations, 44 villages, 662 vineyards designated as premier cru and 33 grands crus.

From Washington Post