What grows here
Castelluccio Inferiore
9 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
In the southwestern corner of Basilicata, the small community of Castelluccio Inferiore, with its 1,852 residents, is one of just 4 localities producing both the vibrant Melanzana Rossa di Rotonda DOP and the tender Fagioli Bianchi di Rotonda DOP. The particular microclimate and soil composition of this corner of the province of Potenza provide the ideal conditions for these distinctive foods. Additionally, Castelluccio Inferiore is part of the designated area for 7 other protected denominations, including the flavorful Canestrato di Moliterno IGP cheese and the robust Basilicata IGT wines, showcasing the region's diverse agricultural heritage across its 9 total designations.