What grows here
Erchie
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Erchie, situated in Puglia's Brindisi province, stands as a pivotal point for southern Italy's unique viticultural landscape. The municipality's distinctive terroir, shaped by the region's specific climatic and soil conditions, is exceptionally suited for cultivating specific grape varieties. This environment underpins Erchie's inclusion within the zones for 12 protected denominations. Preeminent among these are the revered Primitivo di Manduria DOC and the naturally sweet Primitivo di Manduria Dolce Naturale DOCG. These powerful wines hail from a precisely delineated area encompassing just 19 municipalities, highlighting Erchie's indispensable contribution to crafting these authentic expressions of Puglian winemaking.