What grows here
Cosoleto
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Cosoleto, a municipality of just 721 inhabitants within the Reggio Calabria metropolitan area, plays a significant role in the region's protected food and wine landscape. It is here, in this specific corner of Calabria, that unique environmental conditions foster the exquisite "Bergamotto di Reggio Calabria - Olio essenziale DOP". The particular microclimate and coastal influences of this territory, part of a zone spanning 97 municipalities, are crucial for cultivating the citrus fruit that yields this prized essential oil. Beyond bergamot, Cosoleto's fertile lands contribute to a rich tapestry of 12 protected denominations, notably including the flavorful "Clementine di Calabria IGP" and robust "Calabria IGT" wines, each echoing the distinct character of its origins.