Fortifiez-moi avec des pommes; car je suis malade d’amour.
This verse from the Song of Songs, engraved on a plaque in the orchards of Calvados Christian Drouin, translates to “Refresh me with apples, for I am sick with love.” It captures the essence of Normandy, a land where history, flavor, and beauty intertwine.
Like Champagne and Cognac, Calvados is both a place and a drink: an apple brandy rooted in centuries of tradition. Normandy’s Calvados département stretches across 2,100 square miles of rolling orchards, lush pastureland, and a dramatic Atlantic coastline.
Since the 1960s, the Drouin family has been refining the craft of distilling in the Pays d’Auge, Calvados’ most prestigious appellation. Today, Guillaume Drouin continues that legacy, modernizing the spirit’s image while honoring tradition. With 35 heirloom apple varieties, from blush-cheeked Bedans to golden Domaines, the orchards embody both history and innovation.
Normandy is not only about its orchards and brandy, it is a living dialogue between past and present. From the solemn shores of Omaha Beach to the galleries of Honfleur, where Monet once painted, history flows seamlessly into culture, cuisine, and craftsmanship. Modern chefs, vintners, and artisans are redefining rural villages, turning them into culinary and creative destinations.
This blend of tradition, elegance, and discovery is what makes Normandy unforgettable. Whether savoring Venus clams at Huître Brûlée in Honfleur or wandering through the storybook bridges of Beaumont-en-Auge, visitors find both timeless charm and fresh inspiration.
Normandy teaches a lesson in balance: respect for heritage with an embrace of the future. It is a destination where refined simplicity meets rustic luxury, a spirit not unlike what we offer in real estate.
Just as travelers fall in love with the unexpected treasures of Normandy, you may be overlooking hidden gems in your own home search. Whether in the Main Line, Philadelphia, or at the Jersey Shore, our team brings expertise, heritage, and a modern touch to every real estate journey.
Photo by: Alex Crétey Systermans
