What grows here
Ferriere
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
High in the Ligurian Apennines, where the Nure and Aveto valleys converge, lies Ferriere, the most extensive municipality in Piacenza province. This diverse landscape fosters unique conditions that contribute to an impressive 13 protected denominations. Among them, the revered Pancetta Piacentina DOP and Coppa Piacentina DOP find their origins here, benefiting from centuries-old curing traditions in a zone covering just 46 municipalities. The terroir also underpins the production of dell'Emilia IGT wines, along with other esteemed products like Salame Piacentino DOP. Ferriere's distinct geography is undeniably etched into the flavour profile of these emblematic Italian specialities.