What grows here
Nardò
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Nardò, a significant comune of over 30,000 residents in Puglia's Salento peninsula, stands as a prominent origin for distinct agricultural products. Its unique terroir, shaped by sun-drenched plains and ancient soils, provides the ideal conditions for exceptional produce. Foremost among these is the Nardò DOC wine, a designation truly local to just 2 municipalities. This specific territory also plays a crucial role in the Patata novella di Galatina DOP, a prized 'new potato' cultivated across 18 municipalities. In total, Nardò contributes to 13 protected denominations, including the esteemed Terra d'Otranto DOP olive oil and various Salento IGT wines, solidifying its essential place on ItalyTasteMap.