Mignonette AVÈZE Gentian Auvergne vintage France old alcohol rare

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Description

This miniature represents an old miniature bottle of alcohol from the brand AVÈZE, a gentian-based specialty originating from Auvergne. The visible bottle is cylindrical, made of transparent glass, with a golden screw cap. The main label, in a retro style, features green and golden tones with ornamental motifs and typography characteristic of traditional French products. "AVÈZE" is clearly legible in large letters, followed by "Auvergne Gentiane," and the mention "Société St-Raphaël, 8 rue du Parc Royal, Paris." The label also mentions the production site in Riom-ès-Montagnes (Cantal), confirming the regional authenticity of the product.

The visual of the label, with its golden frames and arabesques, evokes the aesthetics of the 1960s-1970s, typical of regional French liqueurs distributed in miniatures. The perfectly sealed bottle reveals a clear, pale yellow liquid, characteristic of gentian root-based aperitifs. No sediment or cloudiness is visible through the glass.

The neck of the bottle is long and straight, with a molded security ring under the screw thread. The lower label contains legal information and the composition, where the presence of sugar and plant substances, typical of gentian liqueurs, can be distinguished. The overall presentation of the bottle is understated and elegant, faithful to the traditional image of French regional aperitifs.

The bottom of the bottle shows an air bubble characteristic of old productions. No additional marking is visible on the photographed part. The whole shows good preservation, with no chips or noticeable scratches on the visible side. The label shows slight signs of wear and some discrete micro-cracks, testifying to the age of the miniature.

This type of miniature was often offered as a sample or souvenir during distillery visits or gourmet fairs. Its style, font, and label structure suggest a production dating from before the 1980s, making it an interesting find for enthusiasts of retro objects related to the history of French spirits.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Sealed bottle, liquid level consistent with the original. The label shows an authentic patina with slight signs of wear visible on the front. No chips or breaks on the visible part of the glass.

Did you know? Yellow gentian, used to produce AVEZÈ, is an emblematic plant of the Auvergne mountains. Its root, renowned for its bitter properties, has traditionally been harvested by hand and used in many regional aperitifs since the 19th century. The AVÈZE brand, founded in 1929, perpetuates this tradition by crafting its liqueurs in Riom-ès-Montagnes, in the heart of the Cantal.

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