During the first half of the last century, under the guidance of grandfather Pietro, 5 hectares of vines were owned in the prized Bussia area and a smaller amount in the lee of Barolo Municipality. The hill of Pugnane was bought in this period, shortly before the Second World War and has been one of the properties for almost 70 years. All varieties that currently completely cover the hill were planted directly by the family. Since the time of the Romans, the hill of Pugnane has been the focus of attention because of its particularly favourable position from a geographic and environmental point of view. Historical documents attribute the name to Roman etymology (pugnare = fight) and certify the existence on such a hill of a small defence structure for the Roman army.

In the Middle Ages, it became the residence of a local squire and its structure was developed by building a small tower and a chapel with a bell above. Remains related to these ancient structures were found during restructuring of the main house carried out by the brothers Ghisolfi in the 80s. In particular, original flooring of the mediaeval period has been preserved. It was a modern cellar with degustation rooms where historical artefacts will be placed.
The reception area for visitors and overnight guests is being completed in the area formerly occupied by the servitude and later by sharecropping.