What grows here
Veglie
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Veglie, a municipality of 13,040 inhabitants situated in Puglia's Lecce province, stands as a pivotal point for several of Italy's protected food and wine origins. Its unique Salento peninsula terroir nurtures the grapes for Salice Salentino DOC wine, a prestigious designation limited to just 7 municipalities. Concurrently, the region's ancient olive groves contribute to the revered Terra d'Otranto DOP olive oil, a product of 96 towns. This specific microclimate and geological character allow Veglie to embrace 12 distinct protected denominations in total, showcasing the profound link between its singular land and the quality of its esteemed agricultural produce.
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