During the Middle Ages it was customary, according to an ancient tradition, to plant a walnut tree when a daughter was born.

When she was to be married, the walnut tree was cut down and with the wood, as a symbol of happiness and prosperity, her nuptial bed was made.

From the nuts, then as today, a precious elixir was made; the Nocello, a characteristic liqueur which adorned the table of Princes and Kings.