What grows here
Usseglio
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Usseglio, an alpine municipality nestled high in Piedmont's Viù Valley, provides an ideal environment for distinct regional specialties. The elevated terrain and unique flora contribute to the character of products like Genepì del Piemonte IG, an aromatic spirit born from herbs thriving in these mountain valleys. Livestock grazing on rich pastures also underpins the celebrated Toma Piemontese DOP cheese, known for its specific texture and flavor influenced by the local environment. Overall, Usseglio is a significant origin point for 13 protected denominations, reflecting a deep connection between the land and its prized culinary and spirits heritage, rooted in the specific conditions of this corner of the Lanzo Valleys.