Chestnuts and Novello wine: a symbol of autumn

Welcome to the magical world of &' autumn, the season of chestnuts and new wine.

In the past, we have suggested alternative combinations to the classic chestnut and Novello, offering wines that go better with chestnuts.

San Martino and the birth of tradition

Saint Martin is the patron saint of winemakers and his day, l&' November 11, marks a special moment.

It is during this period that the chestnuts reach their maturity, ready to be harvested.

But c&' it's more behind this date. The legend tells that Saint Martin of Tours, on a rainy day, shares his cloak with a beggar. In exchange for his act of generosity, the beggar predicts a

break from bad weather.

Since then, San Martino has become the symbol of the “real beginning of &' winter”, a perfect time to celebrate harvests and savor the fruits of the earth, including precious chestnuts.

The welcoming atmosphere of autumn: a peasant tradition

L&' combination of chestnuts and Novello is much appreciated because it creates a &' welcoming and festive atmosphere, a moment of conviviality between friends and family.

This tradition has deep roots in rural communities, where the' abundance of chestnuts and the freshness of the Novello became a reason for celebration.

Today, the custom of celebrating Saint Martin's Day with chestnuts and Novello is more alive than ever.

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Festivities, festivals and tastings pay homage to this tradition rooted in Italian culture.

It is a way of celebrating &' arrival of &' autumn, a moment of conviviality and &' an opportunity to rediscover the delights of a peasant tradition that lives in people's hearts.

Angela Cordioli