The main difference between Champagne Grand Cru and Champagne Premier Cru lies in the classification of the villages from which the grapes originate. The villages in the Champagne region are classified based on the quality of the grapes they produce. Only 17 villages hold the prestigious designation of Grand Cru, while 44 villages are classified as Premier Cru. This classification is based on various factors, including terroir, climate, and the historical quality of the grapes produced.

Grand Cru villages are recognized for having the best terroir conditions, which include excellent limestone soils for viticulture and an ideal microclimate for grape maturation. Grapes from Grand Cru villages are considered superior in quality, which is often reflected in the complexity and depth of the wines produced.

Premier Cru villages, while offering excellent conditions, do not reach the level of excellence of Grand Cru but still produce very high-quality grapes.

Champagne Grand Cru are often characterized by greater complexity and aromatic depth compared to Premier Cru. They feature a rich and varied bouquet, with notes of ripe fruit, spices, and a marked minerality. On the palate, they show a robust structure, a lively acidity balanced by a creamy texture, and a long persistence.

Champagne Premier Cru, although of high quality, tend to be slightly less complex than Grand Cru. They offer fresh and floral aromas, with notes of white fruit and citrus. On the palate, they stand out for their balance between freshness and creaminess, with a pleasant persistence that is often less marked compared to Grand Cru.

Champagne Grand Cru, due to their rarity and the superior quality of the grapes, tend to be more expensive and prestigious compared to Premier Cru. They are often considered the flagship of Champagne houses and are chosen for special occasions and celebrations.

Champagne Premier Cru offers a high-quality alternative, characterized by freshness and balance, making them an excellent choice for a wide range of occasions.

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Le Village 2017 Secondé-Simon

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Le Village 2017 Secondé-Simon

0,75 ℓ, Gift box
Discount 14%
157 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  209.33 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 183 € 
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Champagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Nature La Grâce d'Alphaël Philippe Glavier

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Nature La Grâce d'Alphaël Philippe Glavier

0,75 ℓ
90
Discount 22%
57.90 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  77.20 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 75 € 
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Champagne AOC Grand Cru Esprit Baron-Fuenté

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Esprit Baron-Fuenté

0,75 ℓ
Discount 24%
32.80 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  43.73 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 43.70 € 
Champagne AOC Brut Grand Cru Georges Vesselle

Champagne AOC Brut Grand Cru Georges Vesselle

0,75 ℓ
Discount 5%
55 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  73.33 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 57.90 € 
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Champagne AOC Brut Grand Cru Royal Millesime 2009 Pommery

Champagne AOC Brut Grand Cru Royal Millesime 2009 Pommery

0,75 ℓ, Gift box
Discount 14%
102 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  136 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 119 € 
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Champagne AOC Le Mesnil Grand Cru Brut Les Coulmets 2016 Guy Charlemagne

Champagne AOC Le Mesnil Grand Cru Brut Les Coulmets 2016 Guy Charlemagne

0,75 ℓ
Discount 30%
81.90 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  109.20 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 117 € 
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Champagne AOC Grand Cru Bouzy Brut Rosé Rose Marne Delavenne

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Bouzy Brut Rosé Rose Marne Delavenne

0,75 ℓ
Discount 8%
55 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  73.33 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 59.90 € 
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Champagne AOC Grand Cru Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Cuvée Neyrot 2012 Demière-Ansiot

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Cuvée Neyrot 2012 Demière-Ansiot

0,75 ℓ
Discount 18%
122 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  162.67 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 149 € 
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Champagne AOC Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Damien Hugot

Champagne AOC Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Damien Hugot

0,75 ℓ
Discount 13%
56.90 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  75.87 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 65.50 € 
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Champagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Pinot Noir Mailly

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Pinot Noir Mailly

0,75 ℓ
Discount 5%
68 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  90.67 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 71.90 € 
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Champagne AOC Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Georges Vesselle

Champagne AOC Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Georges Vesselle

0,75 ℓ, Gift box
Discount 18%
61 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  81.33 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 75 € 
Champagne AOC Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Hors Série 2020 Chartogne-Taillet

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Hors Série 2020 Chartogne-Taillet

0,75 ℓ
Discount 20%
149.90 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  199.87 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 188 € 
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Champagne AOC Extra Brut Grand Cru Bouzy Blanc de Noirs Brice

Champagne AOC Extra Brut Grand Cru Bouzy Blanc de Noirs Brice

0,75 ℓ
Discount 13%
64 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  85.33 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 73.90 € 
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Champagne AOC Brut Grand Cru L'Intemporelle Millesime 2018 Mailly

Champagne AOC Brut Grand Cru L'Intemporelle Millesime 2018 Mailly

0,75 ℓ, Gift box
Discount 5%
109 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  145.33 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 115 € 
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Champagne AOC Grand Cru Demi-Sec L’Île Delavenne

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Demi-Sec L’Île Delavenne

0,75 ℓ
Discount 10%
48.50 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  64.67 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 53.90 € 
Champagne AOC Extra Brut Grand Cru Bouzy Vintage 2016 Brice

Champagne AOC Extra Brut Grand Cru Bouzy Vintage 2016 Brice

0,75 ℓ
Discount 30%
72 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  96 €/ℓ
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Lowest price: 103 € 
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Champagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs 2015 De Saint-Gall

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs 2015 De Saint-Gall

0,75 ℓ
Discount 20%
66 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  88 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Lowest price: 82.90 € 
Champagne AOC Grand Cru Bouzy Brut Blanc de Noirs Balbiacus 2018 Delavenne

Champagne AOC Grand Cru Bouzy Brut Blanc de Noirs Balbiacus 2018 Delavenne

0,75 ℓ
Discount 32%
56 €
per bottle  (0,75 ℓ)  74.67 €/ℓ
 incl. VAT and taxes
Lowest price: 82.90 € 
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