What grows here
Locana
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Locana, an alpine commune in Piedmont's Orco Valley, cultivates distinct regional products shaped by its high-altitude environment. The valley's unique microclimate and elevated pastures foster the specific botanicals vital for Genepì del Piemonte IG, a revered spirit originating from a zone encompassing 284 municipalities. Traditional cheese-making also thrives here, giving rise to Toma Piemontese DOP, celebrated across 886 municipalities. These local denominations, among the 13 protected categories intersecting Locana, embody the deep connection between this mountain landscape and ancestral culinary practices. The harsh yet fertile terrain directly influences the character and authenticity of these cherished productions.