What grows here
Tonezza del Cimone
15 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Positioned in the northern reaches of the province of Vicenza, Tonezza del Cimone exemplifies the Veneto region's distinct agricultural heritage. This elevated terrain, offering unique microclimates and specific grazing lands, is foundational to the produce thriving here. Among the 15 protected denominations overlapping this territory, Tonezza del Cimone is a pivotal zone for the revered Soprèssa Vicentina DOP, a cured sausage whose traditions are deeply rooted in these hills, encompassing 113 municipalities. The acclaimed Asiago DOP cheese also originates here, leveraging the mountain pastures that span 292 municipalities, delivering its characteristic flavour shaped by the unique local environment.