FRESH CHESTNUT VARIETY: SANTIMANGO IGP

The Serino Chestnut

Santimango IGP is a native variety of our region. It dates back to the period between the 11th and 12th centuries by the Benedictine monks. From then on, the chestnut began to spread and become a predominant crop.

It is medium-large in size and rounded in shape, mostly asymmetrical, the seed is milky white with white pulp, firm and crunchy. With a characteristic sweet flavour, it is particularly suitable for fresh consumption, for desserts such as tarts, creams and castagnacci, also excellent for making marron glacé.

Due to its characteristics it is classified among the best Italian chestnuts.

Present in our lands since time immemorial.