What grows here
Torre d'Isola
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Positioned along the Ticino river in western Pavese, Torre d'Isola, a municipality in Lombardy's Pavia province, holds a distinct place on the ItalyTasteMap. Its distinct geography, where the Ticino's currents shape fertile agricultural plains, cultivates an ideal environment for several iconic regional products. This specific terroir contributes to an impressive 14 protected denominations. Its influence is particularly tangible in the production of Coppa di Parma IGP, a renowned cured meat, and the creamy Quartirolo Lombardo DOP cheese. Further born here are the distinctive Taleggio DOP, the Salame d'oca di Mortara IGP, and Grappa lombarda IG, all flourishing due to the specific confluence of climate and tradition found exclusively in this pocket of Lombardy.