Premier Cru

[ pruh-myey kry ]

noun

, French.

, plural Pre·miers Crus [p, r, uh, -myey , kry].

1. cru

Example Sentences

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 Washington 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

Most of those vineyards judged in the 19th century to be peers of Clos de la Perrière, like Musigny, Bonnes Mares and Chambertin, received grand cru status, but not Clos de la Perrière, which the authorities deemed a premier cru.

From Seattle Times