What grows here
Carunchio
10 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Carunchio, a commune of 531 inhabitants in Chieti province, Abruzzo, is deeply rooted in its agricultural identity, partly due to its position within the Sinello valley's union of municipalities. This specific terroir fosters conditions crucial for the production of no fewer than 10 protected denominations. Foremost among them is the Colline Teatine DOP olive oil, originating from a zone spanning 104 municipalities, where ancient olive groves thrive. The municipality also falls within the areas for renowned wines like Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC and Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC, testifying to its diverse productive landscape shaped by unique local geography and tradition.
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