Azienda agricola Fernandez

The Fernandez farm specializes in the production of the green pistachio of Bronte D.O.P. It finds its headquarters in an ancient Grangia (an ancient monastic-run agricultural settlement), and is surrounded by 15 hectares of proprietary pistachio groves. From a long tradition of production spanning over two centuries, it is confirmed as one of the most important agricultural companies in the sector. Located in Bronte in an extremely suggestive landscape, in an area that places it between Etna and the Simeto river, characterized by lava skiing and a landscape that changes according to the seasons. Over time the company develops and implements the processing of products derived from the precious raw material. In recent years it has been decided to open the doors of the company to visitors, involving them in the magical world of the production of this more unique than rare product. The tour of the farm includes the following route: We will meet at the historical headquarters of the company on the slopes of Etna where we will begin the visit with historical notes on the structure. The visit will continue with a pleasant walk in the pistachio grove that completely surrounds the entire property. During the walk you will find out everything about this special fruit, from cultivation techniques to harvesting. We will return to the headquarters where you will see how the pistachio undergoes its first stages of processing. We will continue with a pleasant tasting of the products we make, savoring the taste of Pistachio di Bronte DOP in all its forms. The tasting includes: Natural whole shelled pistachio, a bruschetta with our Nocellara Etnea EVO oil, a bruchetta with our pistachio pesto and mortadella, Brioche Col tuppo Siciliana stuffed with our pistachio cream, pistachio ice cream, water.