Joseph Cartron Framboise des Hautes Côtes de Bourgogne liqueur. It is a raspberry liqueur produced in Nuits-Saint-Georges, France, with an alcohol content of 25% by volume. This very decorative bottle still has its contents and wax seal (we can't and therefore do not guarantee the contents as drinkable). The bottle itself is ceramic, heavy, and well made.
Some minor age-related wear
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28 cm tall
7 cm round at base
 
 
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Joseph Cartron is a family-run liqueur company founded in 1882 in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy, France. It gained early fame for its Crème de Cassis de Bourgogne and has since expanded its portfolio while remaining true to traditional methods and local ingredients, often sourced from the Burgundy region. The business has been passed down through five generations of the Cartron family.
Founding: The company was established in 1882 by Joseph Cartron in Nuits-Saint-Georges, a region known for high-quality fruit and wine.
Early success: It quickly became famous for its high-quality Crème de Cassis de Bourgogne.
Family succession: The business has been passed down through the family. Joseph's brother Armand took over, followed by Armand's son Henri, and then Henri's son Xavier, and now his daughter Judith. Each generation has contributed to the company's growth and product development.
Core philosophy: Joseph Cartron has maintained a commitment to traditional Burgundian methods, using local fruits like the Noir de Bourgogne blackcurrant, and a focus on quality and the authenticity of the terroir.
Product expansion: While it started with Crème de Cassis, the company has expanded to include a wide variety of artisanal liqueurs, eaux-de-vie, and more.
Production methods: The process involves macerating fruits in alcohol to extract flavor, often using traditional recipes passed down through generations. They also emphasize using only the best, locally sourced ingredients when possible.