What grows here
Pessano con Bornago
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Located in Lombardy's metropolitan area of Milan, Pessano con Bornago sits within a key dairy region contributing to Italy's protected food and wine atlas. This municipality is a crucial part of the production zone for Salva Cremasco DOP, a distinctive cheese whose specific territory spans 838 municipalities. Beyond Salva Cremasco, this area also falls under the umbrella of 14 protected denominations. These include other renowned Lombard cheeses like Quartirolo Lombardo DOP and Taleggio DOP, reflecting the deep-rooted agricultural traditions that thrive even close to a major urban center, shaping unique flavors born from its distinct environment.
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