What grows here
Montese
17 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Rising into the Modenese Apennines, Montese’s landscape of ancient chestnut forests and high-altitude forage pastures shapes its distinct agricultural identity. These grassy fields feed the dairy herds essential for mountain-crafted Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, while the unique climate nurtures the sweet Ciliegia di Vignola IGP. Currently, 2 verified producers operate within the municipality, with 1 opening its doors to visitors. Among the 17 protected denominations overlapping this territory, the cured Prosciutto di Modena DOP also defines the local gastronomy, proving how high-elevation breezes and mountain soils craft world-class Italian flavors.
Municipality
Born on this land
IGPAceto Balsamico di ModenaDOPAceto balsamico tradizionale di ModenaIGPAmarene Brusche di ModenaIGBrandy italianoIGPCiliegia di VignolaIGPCoppa di ParmaIGPCotechino ModenaIGTdell'EmiliaIGGrappaIGPMortadella BolognaIGNocino di ModenaDOPParmigiano ReggianoDOPProsciutto di ModenaIGPSalame CremonaDOPSalame PiacentinoDOPSalamini italiani alla cacciatoraIGPZampone Modena