What grows here
Galliera
16 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Fragmented across several distinct hamlets within Bologna's northern lowlands near the Reno River, Galliera's fertile, alluvial soils nurture some of Italy’s finest agricultural treasures. Here, the local clay-rich soils fuel the growth of the prized Melone Mantovano IGP, a melon renowned for its exceptional sweetness, alongside the tender Asparago verde di Altedo IGP. This specific terrain overlaps with 16 protected denominations, sustained by 1 verified producer who keeps these agricultural standards alive. From these quiet plains, Galliera proves that even a scattered community can yield highly concentrated, world-class flavors.
Municipality
Born on this land
IGPAgnello del Centro ItaliaIGPAsparago verde di AltedoIGBrandy italianoIGPCotechino ModenaIGTdell'EmiliaIGGrappaIGPMelone MantovanoIGPMortadella BolognaIGPOlio dei Colli di BolognaDOPPatata di BolognaIGPPera dell'Emilia RomagnaIGPSalame CremonaDOPSalame PiacentinoDOPSalamini italiani alla cacciatoraDOPSquacquerone di RomagnaIGPZampone Modena