Built in the 14th century by the Falletti di Barolo family, ancient nobility of Alba, the castle later became part of the Marquisate of the Gonzaga family of Mantua, passing to the nephew of famous scholar Pico della Mirandola.
The history of the castle is linked to the history of His Majesty the Alba White Truffle: from the University of the Truffle Dogs, based in the historic centre, to the open-air truffle educational trail, to the professional kitchens housed in the castle's former stables.