What grows here
Montebello Jonico
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
In the heart of the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, Montebello Jonico is a crucial origin point for several Italian specialties. The specific coastal climate and terrain here provide the ideal conditions for the cultivation of Bergamotto di Reggio Calabria Olio essenziale DOP. This highly prized citrus essential oil, found almost exclusively in this narrow Calabrian strip, defines a sensory signature. Montebello Jonico also contributes to the distinct character of products like Clementine di Calabria IGP and Olio di Calabria IGP, among a total of 12 denominations rooted in its unique environment.
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