In 2016, when we were born, we conceived the idea of bringing raw shelled hazelnuts to our customers, although roasted ones will be available soon. Various studies have linked hazelnuts and their skin to the prevention of chronic diseases such as stroke, Alzheimer's, cancer, and atherosclerosis, as well as to reduced cholesterol. This is because they are rich in phenolic compounds and antioxidants such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and selenium.
All this fully embodies our company claim: “We passionately cultivate the fruits of the land” , which means we care deeply about the environment and the people around us. To further emphasize our love for the world around us, we decided to BIO-certify our farm. We want to bring a product that is as natural as possible to our customers' tables. We want to bring them the product just as we see it in the field. We will be there for you when you receive the product in your hands. This is why we chose not to roast them for personal consumption; it is different if you are going to use them as an ingredient in a recipe, whether it is a cream, breading, a dessert, etc.
Now, let us take you with us through the preparation process of the hazelnuts you receive. Once naturally air-dried, the “Nocciola del Monviso”® is mechanically shelled as needed, followed by manual sorting and selection. The process concludes with packaging into bags, vacuum-sealed to ensure maximum preservation quality.
Secondly, customers interested in purchasing “Nocciola del Monviso”® have different needs. An individual buys a quantity of the product to meet their own and their family's needs, looking for a natural and genuine product. A pastry shop, on the other hand, is certainly looking for a quality product, but since it will use it as an ingredient in various recipes, it will roast it independently. Depending on the product it needs to make, it will require a strong roast for its dry pastries and a lighter roast to create decorative icing. Having raw hazelnuts makes it easy to manage these different requirements.
But the differences are not only among customers, but also in the field. Among the rows of the hazelnut grove, we try to facilitate the creation of ecosystems by managing the grass, which is mown in alternating rows, aerating the soil, and so on. This obviously does not involve the use of pesticides or fertilizers, and from week to week, insects, vegetation, and other organisms have the opportunity to move to the next row. Respecting biodiversity allows us not to violate or destroy natural dynamics that were not created by us.
Finally, the packaging is also sustainable. We always try to reuse boxes and packaging to reduce the vicious cycle of pollution. Inside, we include a surprise to entertain you and help you discover something more about us that only customers will find.
Aren't you a little curious? To taste the quality of “Nocciola del Monviso”®, view the product in our shop: "Nocciola del Monviso"®