What grows here
Castro
11 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Perched on the Salento peninsula, Castro's unique position in Puglia's easternmost reaches shapes its distinctive produce. The interaction of specific microclimates and ancient, mineral-rich soils here creates the ideal conditions for cultivation, especially for its renowned olive oils and wines. This territory is the birthplace of the robust Terra d'Otranto DOP olive oil, deeply rooted in the area's tradition, and the distinctive Negroamaro di Terra d'Otranto DOC wine, expressing the essence of local viticulture. Castro is integral to 11 protected denominations, reflecting how centuries of careful farming have carved a unique identity into this landscape.
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