What grows here
Taviano
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Taviano, a municipality in Puglia's Lecce province, is a vibrant centre for southern Italian produce. Its unique Salento peninsula microclimate and fertile red earth underpin the creation of 13 protected food and wine origins. Here, the robust Matino DOC wines, sourced from a zone spanning just eight municipalities, express the sun-drenched landscape. The region also yields the esteemed Patata novella di Galatina DOP, a tender new potato cultivated across 18 municipalities, benefiting from the mild coastal influence. Furthermore, Taviano contributes to the Terra d'Otranto DOP, an olive oil celebrated for its intense character. These specific conditions create products deeply rooted in Taviano's distinct agricultural identity.