What grows here
Craco
9 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Craco, a small municipality of 560 inhabitants within Italy's Matera province, stands as a quiet custodian of Basilicata's distinct culinary identity. Here, amidst specific environmental conditions, no fewer than 9 protected denominations find their origin zone. Most notably, the intensely flavored Peperoni di Senise IGP, spanning just 12 municipalities, thrives. Complementing this local gem are the famed Pane di Matera IGP and the Matera DOC wines, both rooted in a zone encompassing 31 municipalities. This unique confluence of geography and tradition ensures that products with singular characteristics are born, reflecting the deep connection between the land and its authentic produce.