Marrone del Mugello

Established under European protection in 1996, the Marrone del Mugello IGP designates a specific chestnut-growing area in Tuscany. This designated production zone spans 14 distinct municipalities, including Barberino di Mugello, Borgo San Lorenzo, and Firenzuola. However, this denomination occupies an entirely unique position within Italy's registry of protected foods: despite its official status since 1996, there are currently zero verified producers operating under this name. This absolute lack of active registrants distinguishes it from neighboring Italian chestnut zones, marking it as a protected geographical indication that exists legally but lacks any certified producers.