What grows here
Cerchiara di Calabria
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Cerchiara di Calabria, within the vast Pollino National Park, presents a rugged landscape where altitudes reach 1,439 meters on Monte Sellaro and touch Serra Dolcedorme, Calabria's highest peak. Such unique microclimates underpin the area's distinguished produce. Among the 12 protected denominations found here, the municipality is key for Terre di Cosenza DOC wine, part of an appellation spanning 150 municipalities. Its lands also yield Clementine di Calabria IGP and renowned Liquirizia di Calabria DOP, contributing to the distinct character of Capocollo, Salsiccia, and Soppressata di Calabria DOP cured meats.
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