What grows here
Motta San Giovanni
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Situated along the Calabrian coast within the Reggio Calabria metropolitan area, Motta San Giovanni cultivates a terroir critical for specific regional tastes. This small municipality, one of only two defining the zone for Pellaro IGT wine, yields distinctive varietals that thrive in its precise coastal microclimate. Moreover, it significantly contributes to Bergamotto di Reggio Calabria - Olio essenziale DOP, a revered citrus essence derived from a total of 97 regional municipalities. With 13 protected denominations overlapping its bounds, Motta San Giovanni stands as a key point on ItalyTasteMap, preserving unique wines and essential oils.
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