Distillerie Génestine: The Return of a Clermont Legend
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Founded in Clermont-Ferrand in 1845, Distillerie Génestine became one of France’s most renowned liqueur brands. It was revived in 2021.
Buried Treasures: The Sapphires of Auvergne
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Hiding like buried treasure in wayside rivers, the sapphires of Auvergne have long been regarded as among the finest in Europe.