What grows here
Melicuccà
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Within the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, Melicuccà provides the crucial conditions for particular Italian gastronomic excellences. It is here that the Bergamotto di Reggio Calabria - Olio essenziale DOP finds its optimal environment, its unique citrus oils perfected by the specific microclimate and soil found in this corner of Calabria. This municipality contributes to a total of 12 protected denominations, including the esteemed Clementine di Calabria IGP and Olio di Calabria IGP. Melicuccà's distinct geography thus underpins the singular character of these products, deeply linking them to their place of origin and ensuring their esteemed position on the global palate.