What grows here
Montecarotto
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Within the Ancona province of Marche, Montecarotto, a municipality of 1,853 residents, is a specific crucible for Italy's protected food and wine origins. Here, the revered Verdicchio grape finds its definitive expression. This micro-region supports a remarkable 12 protected denominations, prominently the Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva DOCG. This exceptional wine is born from the unique climate and specific soils within this limited zone of 19 municipalities, a terroir also responsible for the Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC. Seven verified producers, with three offering visits, meticulously uphold this deep-rooted tradition, defining Montecarotto's place on ItalyTasteMap.