What grows here
Colleretto Giacosa
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Colleretto Giacosa, a municipality in the Canavese area of Piedmont, is a crucible for distinctive Italian flavors. This village, renamed in 1953 for native playwright Giuseppe Giacosa, lies within a specific terroir that fosters unique agricultural produce. Among the 14 protected denominations that converge here, the local Canavese DOC wine stands out, its production zone spanning just 104 municipalities. This area's particular geology and microclimate, influenced by its position at the base of the Alps, define the character of its wines, alongside regional specialities such as Toma Piemontese DOP. The very essence of what grows here is intrinsically tied to this specific corner of northern Italy, yielding products cherished across international tables.