⚖️ Nutritional values per 100g :
Energy: 628 kcal
Protein: 15 g
Fat: 61 g
Carbohydrates: 17 g
Fibre: 10 g
Water: 5 g
💛 PGI – The Seal of Origin, Craft and Excellence
The Cervione Hazelnut proudly carries the PGI – Protected Geographical Indication label. This prestigious European certification guarantees:
• a defined terroir around Cervione,
• traditional cultivation and harvesting methods,
• careful sorting, drying and preparation in the region,
• a recognised and established reputation for excellence.
Like Champagne, Prosciutto di Parma or Roquefort, the PGI label protects a product whose identity cannot be separated from its birthplace.
In Cervione, hazelnuts are not simply grown — they are cultivated with devotion, as guardians of a culinary legacy.
🌳 A Balance of Heritage and Respect for Nature
Most Corsican hazelnut orchards are tended by small family-run farms, deeply connected to their land. Here, the approach is thoughtful and respectful: understanding the soil before working it, observing nature before intervening, harvesting only when the fruit naturally falls — the sign that it has reached full maturity and flavour.
Some producers have begun a transition towards organic farming, with a shared aim: to protect local biodiversity and offer a product that is increasingly pure, authentic and aligned with nature. A natural evolution towards quality that honours both the land and the consumer.
The Cervione hazelnut is a sincere fruit — it needs no artifice. Its beauty comes from the sun, the wind, the soil… and the hands that care for it.
✨ PGI: The Mark of Terroir and Craftsmanship
The Cervione Hazelnut carries the PGI – Protected Geographical Indication label, the international equivalent of the French IGP – Indication Géographique Protégée.
This prestigious European certification guarantees that the fruit is:
• grown within a defined terroir around Cervione,
• harvested using traditional methods,
• carefully sorted, dried and prepared locally,
• recognised for its sensory quality and long-standing reputation.
Just like Champagne, Roquefort or Parmesan, this label protects a product whose identity is inseparable from the land that gave birth to it.
In Cervione, hazelnuts are not merely produced — they are cultivated with pride, as part of an island heritage, a cherished craft passed down through generations.
🌱 Between Tradition and Modernity: Towards a Kinder Agriculture
Corsican orchards are mostly run by small family farms, deeply connected to their land and committed to passing on their practices. Here, nature is observed before being guided. The rhythm of the soil, the rain and the light is respected. Harvesting takes place at the right moment, when the hazelnuts fall naturally — a sign that nature has offered its best.
Some growers have begun transitioning towards organic farming, with a clear intention: to protect biodiversity, enrich the soil, and offer a fruit that is ever purer, more authentic, and more faithful to the nature that nurtured it.
For the Cervione hazelnut is a sincere fruit — it does not cheat. Its beauty comes from the soil, the sun, and the hands of those who cultivate it.
💚 Natural Goodness: A Little Nut with Big Benefits
While its flavour wins hearts, the Cervione hazelnut is also a powerhouse of natural goodness. Rich in vitamin E — a strong antioxidant — it helps protect cells from oxidative stress. It is also a valuable source of:
• B vitamins for energy and vitality
• magnesium for balance and relaxation
• iron and copper for strength and metabolism
• zinc for healthy skin and immune support
A refined and nourishing pleasure — delicious, wholesome and satisfying.
🍴 Gourmet Inspirations: From the Maquis to Your Table
Versatile and elegant, the Cervione PGI hazelnut brings a gourmet touch to both sweet and savoury cuisine.
Sweet pairings:
• Folded into a buttery shortcrust pastry or a silky ganache
• Sprinkled over Greek yoghurt with Corsican honey and citrus zest
• Stirred into a homemade granola with dried figs and almonds
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Savoury pairings:
• Crushed over goat’s cheese and gently baked until golden
• Blended into a fresh herb pesto for fish or pasta
• Tossed into a salad with figs, rocket and a drizzle of olive oil
Each bite captures the sun, the wind, and the quiet patience of the island.
🍷 Wine Pairings: The Art of Elegance
With its gentle, refined flavour, the Cervione hazelnut pairs beautifully with both Corsican and international wines.
Corsican pairings:
• Muscat du Cap Corse – luminous and floral, enhancing the nut’s sweetness
• Vermentinu – crisp, elegant, with subtle citrus and white blossom notes
Wider pairings:
• Blanc de Blancs Champagne for a festive, airy, delicate match
• Vin Jaune from Jura for an adventurous pairing echoing nutty aromas
• Roasted oolong tea as a sophisticated alcohol-free alternative
🍀 A Touch of Culture: A Symbol of Luck and Wisdom
In Corsica, hazelnuts are considered a symbol of luck and prosperity. It was once said that keeping three hazelnuts in your pocket would bring protection during travel. In some villages, a few were placed on window sills to invite abundance and ward off misfortune.
Across Mediterranean cultures, the hazelnut is associated with wisdom, longevity and knowledge — a humble yet meaningful fruit.
👩🍳 Refined & Easy-to-Recreate Recipes
🍯 Light Hazelnut Cream with Maquis Honey & Corsican Clementine
Serves 4
• 400 g Greek yoghurt or fromage blanc
• 3 tbsp Corsican maquis honey
• 60 g Cervione hazelnuts, lightly toasted and crushed
• Zest of 1 Corsican clementine
• 1 tsp orange blossom water (optional)
Mix the yoghurt with the honey and orange blossom water. Stir in half the hazelnuts. Spoon into small bowls, top with the remaining hazelnuts and clementine zest, and chill. A spoonful is enough to bring Corsica to the palate.
🧀 Baked Goat’s Cheese with Hazelnut & Thyme Crust
Serves 4
• 4 small goat’s cheeses
• 80 g crushed Cervione hazelnuts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh thyme
• Black pepper
Combine hazelnuts, olive oil and thyme. Spread onto each cheese, then bake for 10 minutes at 180°C. Finish with cracked black pepper and serve with rocket salad. Simple, fragrant, irresistible.
🌰 The Just Taste for All, Naturally Elegant
At HECOSFAIR, we believe in the nobility of simplicity. Our Cervione PGI Hazelnuts are sourced with care from dedicated producers who cultivate quality with heart and respect.
They embody the values of our maison: transparency, authenticity and excellence.
Each hazelnut is a promise — the just taste for all, with natural elegance.
🌰 A Glimpse in Images: The World of HECOSFAIR’s Cervione PGI Hazelnuts
Through images — the land, the hands, and the craft.
From sun-drenched orchards to Corsican workshops, from shell to golden kernel, every step tells a story of terroir, patience and island pride.
HECOSFAIR’s Cervione PGI Hazelnuts embody the elegance of Corsica: a fine, crisp texture, a soft buttery aroma with delicate floral notes, born from the meeting of pristine nature and traditional know-how passed down through generations.
In each hazelnut, the land speaks — the land that nurtures, that protects, and that connects the hand of the grower to that of the gourmet.
From harvest to your table, every detail is considered to preserve the nobility of the fruit, the purity of its flavour and the authenticity of a treasured gastronomic heritage.
More than a hazelnut, HECOSFAIR’s Cervione PGI Hazelnuts are an invitation — to a sincere, refined and inspiring tasting experience — the HECOSFAIR signature. 🌿✨
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Once the package has been opened, we advise you to keep the product in a cool, dry place, away from light and humidity, so that it retains all its nutritional and taste qualities.
Do not consume this product in case of allergy to shelled fruits and oilseeds (nuts).
