What grows here
Boccioleto
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Boccioleto, a compact municipality of 168 residents within Vercelli province in Piedmont, boasts an Alpine microclimate crucial for its celebrated foodstuffs and spirits. The crisp mountain air and specific flora are vital for the aromatic wild herbs used in Genepì del Piemonte IG, a protected spirit whose defined production zone encompasses 284 municipalities. This distinctive environment, shaped by the region's geography, also underpins the character of Toma Piemontese DOP, a renowned cheese reflecting deep-rooted local dairy traditions. In total, 13 protected designations of origin and geographical indications converge here, marking Boccioleto a significant point on ItalyTasteMap for authentic regional produce.