Envie

With a population of fewer than two thousand residents, the Cuneo municipality of Envie leverages its dramatic elevation changes at the foot of the Alps to cultivate highly specialized crops. This unique foothill climate shapes 20 protected denominations. Foremost among these is the Colline Saluzzesi DOC, a rare wine appellation shared by just 13 municipalities, producing fragrant, light-bodied reds from local grape varieties. The sharp day-to-night temperature swings also perfect the crisp, colorful Mela Rossa Cuneo IGP, an apple that defines the orchard landscape of this alpine-edge terroir.