What grows here
Carpignano Salentino
11 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
In Puglia's Lecce province, Carpignano Salentino, a community of 3,605 residents, acts as a pivotal origin for distinctive produce. Its unique sun-drenched plains and ancient soils yield 11 protected denominations, capturing the authentic taste of this corner of Italy. Foremost among them is the Terra d'Otranto DOP olive oil, cultivated within a specific zone encompassing just 96 municipalities. This precise environment also fosters the viticulture behind Salento IGT and Terra d'Otranto DOC wines, which draw from a slightly broader territory of 145 municipalities. The interplay of this singular climate and terroir crafts exceptional oils and wines, embodying the essence of Salento.