What grows here
Montalbano Jonico
10 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Montalbano Jonico, within Basilicata's Matera province, bordering the Ionian Sea, stands as a pivotal locale for Italy's protected food and wine origins. This specific terroir fosters 10 distinct denominations. Notably, it is a key area for the sweet Fragola della Basilicata IGP, cultivated in a zone spanning just 9 municipalities, and the vibrant Peperoni di Senise IGP. The region's unique microclimate and soil also contribute to the character of Matera DOC wines, truly defining the local gastronomic identity.
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