What grows here
Civo
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Civo, a municipality characterised by numerous distant hamlets rather than a central core in Lombardy's Sondrio province, offers a unique alpine canvas for its protected foods and wines. This fragmented landscape inherently dictates an agriculture rooted in specific microclimates and traditional methods. In this setting, an impressive 14 protected denominations originate, reflecting the area's distinct character. Among these are the crisp wines of Alpi Retiche IGT, the prized Mela di Valtellina IGP, and the robust Valtellina Casera DOP cheese. Such a focused regional identity is maintained by a dedicated community, with 1 verified producer based directly within Civo upholding these traditions.