What grows here
Voghera
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Voghera, situated in the fertile Po River basin within Pavia province, exemplifies why specific Italian foods achieve protected status. The municipality falls within the production zone for 14 denominations, including the geographically most restricted, Coppa di Parma IGP, a renowned cured pork. Its alluvial soils and climatic nuances, influenced by regional river systems, also contribute to the unique characteristics defining Salame d'oca di Mortara IGP, a goose salami emblematic of the wider Pavia area. Additionally, this locale helps shape Lombardy's broader offerings like Quartirolo Lombardo DOP and Grappa lombarda IG, showcasing the region's diverse agricultural legacy.