What grows here
Postua
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
In Italy's Vercelli province, the small municipality of Postua, home to 517 residents, is a key point on the ItalyTasteMap for its remarkable contribution to protected food and wine. Here, 13 denominations find their origin, testament to the specific Alpine terroir. The fragrant 'Genepì del Piemonte IG', a spirit drawing from mountain herbs, thrives within a zone covering just 284 municipalities. Equally distinct is 'Toma Piemontese DOP', a revered cheese whose production area encompasses 886 municipalities. These local specialties, alongside others like 'Grappa piemontese IG' and 'Salame Piemonte IGP', are intrinsically linked to Piedmont's unique geographic and climatic conditions, delivering authentic tastes shaped by this specific corner of Italy.