PGI Piedmont hazelnuts: authentic taste of the Langhe

The territory of the Langhe

The Langhe, with their noble vineyards, rolling hills and majestic castles that dominate the valleys, are a unique territory on the Italian scene.

In 2014, l&' UNESCO officially recognized the Langhe, together with Roero and Monferrato, as Patrimony of &' Humanity.

This territory is home to an excellent variety of hazelnuts, the Tonda Gentile Trilobata, the most appreciated for its confectionery production, awarded in 1993 with &' Protected Geographical Indication (PGI).

Cascina Fontane: PGI Piedmontese hazelnut atelier

In the heart of &' Alta Langa, in Castino, Cascina Fontane was founded in 2016, a hazelnut atelier from Piemonte IGP founded by Cristina Boffano and Dario Sandri.

With passion and dedication, these young entrepreneurs transform 32 hectares of hazelnut groves between Castino and Dogliani into an artisanal laboratory, a real “Hazelnut Atelier”.

Innovation and tradition in harmony

Cristina and Dario combine modern mechanization with the ancient traditions of coriliculture, exploiting l&' orography and the pedoclimatic characteristics of &' Alta Langa.

In their laboratory in Diano d&' Alba, they use cutting-edge technologies, such as the patented “Vertiflow” system for roasting hazelnuts.

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This method, based on a d& #39 jet; hot air, guarantees uniform cooking and preserves the flavor and the oily component.

The hazelnut from Piedmont IGP by Cascina Fontane

Cascina Fontane's products are true works d&' gastronomic art.

From the Gianduja hazelnut cream to the Piedmont IGP hazelnut crumbs, each product is a celebration of taste.

Star chefs use these hazelnuts, appreciating their quality. Cascina Fontane not only preserves tradition but transforms it into delights that conquer palates all

over the world.

Nutritious and healthy

In addition to its extraordinary flavor, the Piedmont hazelnut is a concentrate of beneficial nutrients.

Rich in monounsaturated fats, fiber, vitamin E and minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus, this hazelnut is an ally for health.

Studies show that regular consumption helps keep levels of 'bad cholesterol' low and promote 'good cholesterol'.

Tradition, passion and taste

The tradition of PGI Piedmont Hazelnut dates back to the ancient Romans, but today it is preserved and valued by producers such as Cascina Fontane.

The hazelnut harvest, carried out with care and respect for the &' environment, represents a crucial moment for the production of this precious fruit.

Cascina Fontane, with its fusion of innovation and tradition, gives the world an authentic Piedmontese food and wine product, a poem for the palate that celebrates the territory and its gastronomic richness.

Angela Cordioli