What grows here
Castelfranci
8 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Castelfranci, a small municipality in Italy's Avellino province, bears a name echoing its historical past as a 'Castle of the Franks'. This ancient legacy roots it deeply in the unique terroir of Campania. It is here that the prestigious Taurasi DOCG, a red wine celebrated globally, finds its specific conditions, thriving within a tight zone of just 17 municipalities. Beyond wine, Castelfranci contributes to the rich bounty of 8 protected denominations, including the distinct Irpinia - Colline dell'Ufita DOP olive oil. The distinctive microclimate and mineral-rich volcanic soils, characteristic of this specific pocket of the Avellino province, provide the essential ingredients for these exceptional products.