Massa

As the historic co-capital of Tuscany’s northernmost province alongside Carrara, Massa boasts a unique coastal-mountain microclimate that shapes its agricultural identity. Here, 17 verified local producers craft exceptional flavors, with 2 of these estates welcoming travelers for cellar doors and tastings. This dramatic terrain gives rise to 16 protected denominations, led by the highly localized Candia dei Colli Apuani DOC, a mineral-driven wine cultivated on dizzyingly steep terraces shared with just two neighboring towns. It is a terroir where maritime breezes meet marble peaks, translating directly into the bottle and onto the plate.