What grows here
Castelspina
11 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
In Italy's Piedmont, Castelspina, a small commune of just 386 inhabitants in Alessandria province, plays a significant role in the landscape of protected origins. This rural corner is integral to 11 distinct denominations, underpinning a production heritage deeply tied to its specific geography. For instance, the renowned Vitelloni Piemontesi della Coscia IGP, prized for its high-quality beef, traces part of its lineage to the local farming traditions here. Similarly, the robust Salame Piemonte IGP and the refined Grappa di Barolo IG find their specific character within the broader zones that encompass Castelspina, showcasing how precise territorial conditions shape these iconic tastes.