The history of Corsione goes back a long way: the oldest document is dated 11 November 941, and lists it as being among the lands belonging to the church of Asti. Historic records show that the village of Corsione was not always located in the same point, but spread throughout the surrounding hills. It was part of the estate of the Monferrato Marquisate, then in 1630 the fall of the Lanzichenecchi family coincided with the arrival of the plague described in the works of Manzoni.

Corsione lies around 17 kilometres from Asti and can be reached both from the Asti – Chivasso road and from the Asti – Casale road. It is a farming village, mainly occupied with wine-growing (Barbera and Grignolino), and also offers locally grown hazelnuts, other types of fruit, and honey. There are a number of local estates offering both grapes and excellent wine.

ART AND ARCHITECTURE

Corsione is also of historical interest, for all those interested in the past, who enjoy unspoilt landscapes and natural settings. The most important sights are the parish church named after San Cristoforo, dating back to the end of the 17th century, the country chapel known as “della Madonna dell’Aniceto”, another ancient site, and the San Sebastiano chapel, built on ancient foundations around 1663.