What grows here
Montorio Romano
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Montorio Romano, a community of nearly 2,000 residents within the Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, represents a key origin for Lazio's protected food and wine. This municipality, historically part of the ancient Sabina region north of Rome, contributes directly to 12 distinct denominations. Crucially, it sits within the tightly defined zone of Colli della Sabina DOC, a refined wine appellation spanning just 25 municipalities whose unique terroir is shaped by these very hills. The area also encompasses significant regional designations like Olio di Roma IGP olive oil and Roma DOC wines, reflecting its deeply rooted agricultural character.
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