grand cru

noun

ˌgran(d)ˈkrü,

ˌgräⁿ(d)ˈ-,

-ˈkrᵫ̅

: a wine of the highest rank or reputation within its appellation

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, great production (of something grown)

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