GLOSSARY TERM
Premier Cru
Label TermsA French term meaning “first growth,” used differently by region.
<h2>What it means in wine</h2> <p>Premier Cru may refer to vineyard classification, village status, or a classification tier depending on the region.</p> <h2>Why it matters</h2> <p>Like Grand Cru, it must be explained region by region rather than as a universal quality label.</p>
REFERENCE NOTE
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