What grows here
Albano Vercellese
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Albano Vercellese, a small municipality in Piedmont's Vercelli province, thrives in a landscape defined by the Sesia river and the Marchiazza stream. This precise hydrological setting contributes to the unique terroir that shapes some of Italy's most valued foods. Foremost among them is the Riso di Baraggia Biellese e Vercellese DOP, a protected rice whose cultivation zone covers just 28 municipalities, underscoring its deep connection to this very locale. The distinct interplay of water, soil, and climate here is key to this DOP's renowned quality. In total, 14 protected denominations overlap within Albano Vercellese, making it a micro-region of significant gastronomic interest.