Seddus, "Saddle"

Nestled near the banks of the Leni River, is the area of our town known as Seddus, which means "saddle" in the Sardinian language. It's a place steeped both in history and familial legacy.

This land has been passed down to Enrico through generations, tracing its roots back to his great-grandfather, Giuseppe Muscas, who acquired it in 1934.

Giuseppe's remarkable longevity, living to the age of 101, was often attributed to the very olives that flourish here. In days gone by, he would traverse the two-mile journey from the town center with his trusty horse, drawn to the tranquility and bounty of Seddus.

The meaning of the name "Seddus," holds mysteries of its own. Some speculate it harks back to the donkeys once bred and raised here, while others suggest it nods to the mountain's silhouette, resembling a saddle against the horizon.

Seddus is home to around 42 olive trees, ranging from those planted by my father to some that have been around for over three centuries.