What grows here
Cercino
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Perched on the Rhaetian side, Cercino, a Lombard municipality in Sondrio province, is an integral part of the Costiera dei Cech. This unique alpine exposure and specific microclimate are crucial for local viticulture, giving rise to distinctive wines, notably under the Alpi Retiche IGT designation, which covers 34 municipalities. In total, Cercino's terroir contributes to 14 protected denominations. Among these are the celebrated Mela di Valtellina IGP, its crispness a hallmark of the valley, and the iconic Bresaola della Valtellina IGP, both products intrinsically linked to the distinct environmental factors and culinary heritage found exclusively in this pocket of the Valtellina.