Cru Classe

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A classified growth estate in Bordeaux or other regions.

Full Definition

Cru classe ('classified growth') refers to estates included in official classifications. In Bordeaux, the 1855 Classification ranked Left Bank estates; separate classifications exist for Graves, Saint-Emilion, and Cru Bourgeois. The designation implies historical quality reputation but doesn't guarantee current excellence.

Related Terms

1855 classificationgrand crufirst growth

See Also

bordeauxclassification
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