What grows here
Santa Maria Imbaro
10 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Santa Maria Imbaro, a compact Abruzzese municipality home to just 2,022 inhabitants within Chieti province, embodies a remarkable confluence of terroir. Its gentle undulations and sun-drenched soils, characteristic of this specific geography, provide an ideal cradle for distinctive agricultural produce. Here, the revered Colline Teatine DOP olive oil finds its genesis, nurtured by the unique microclimate. This fertile locale also contributes significantly to the acclaimed Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC, Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC, and Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC wines. In total, 10 protected denominations signify the profound connection between this land and its high-quality yields, offering an authentic taste of Abruzzo's heritage.