How do French winemakers differentiate between Grand Cru and Premier Cru?

French winemakers are drawing an exclusive division between the Grand Cru and Premier Cru wineries. Grand Cru is a superior vineyard designated to vineyards of top hierarchical class, and Premier Cru signifies exceptional vines marketed under the relevant appellation, which highlights terroir speciality.
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