What grows here
Lanciano
10 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Lanciano, in Abruzzo's Chieti province, sits strategically within the Val di Sangro, a landscape sculpted by its river and hills, fostering distinct agricultural conditions. This unique terroir is key to its renowned produce. Among the 10 protected denominations originating partly within its borders, the area proudly contributes to the celebrated Colline Teatine DOP olive oil. Here, ancient olive groves thrive, benefiting from specific microclimates that impart characteristic notes to the oil. The region also plays a crucial role in the production of acclaimed wines like Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC, where the local grape varieties flourish, testament to centuries of viticultural expertise tailored to this very land.