What grows here
Paternopoli
8 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Within Campania's Avellino province, the municipality of Paternopoli, home to 2,061 inhabitants, thrives amidst the distinct volcanic soils and varied elevations of Irpinia. These specific environmental conditions are instrumental in shaping its unique agricultural bounty. Among the 8 protected denominations that define this territory, Taurasi DOCG wine stands as a preeminent local expression, originating from a precise zone encompassing only 17 municipalities. Here, the unique grape varieties flourish, alongside contributions to the acclaimed Irpinia - Colline dell'Ufita DOP olive oil and the broader Irpinia DOC wines, all products of this specific microclimate.
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