What grows here
Pessinetto
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Pessinetto, a municipality of just 616 inhabitants within Piedmont's Metropolitan City of Turin, proves a focal point for Italy's protected food and wine origins. Its unique environmental context underpins the distinct character of its produce. This small territory contributes significantly to the renowned Toma Piemontese DOP, a cheese whose specific zone encompasses 886 municipalities. Beyond this, Pessinetto plays a role in the production of Vitelloni Piemontesi della Coscia IGP and the acclaimed Salame Piemonte IGP. The local agricultural heritage extends to spirits, with the area falling within the defined geographical bounds for Grappa di Barolo IG. Altogether, 12 distinct protected denominations thrive here, testament to this specific corner of Piedmont.