What grows here
Squinzano
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Squinzano, a municipality situated in Puglia's Lecce province, stands as a vital heartland for some of Italy's most distinctive tastes. Its unique terroir, shaped by the sun-drenched Salento peninsula, is the cradle of the renowned Squinzano DOC, a wine zone spanning 9 municipalities where specific environmental conditions nurture its defining grapes. Beyond viticulture, the region also yields the esteemed Terra d'Otranto DOP olive oil, testament to its versatile agricultural heritage. Squinzano boasts an impressive 12 protected denominations overlapping its territory, clearly highlighting its significant contribution to Italian gastronomy, upheld by 1 verified producer based here.