What grows here
San Lorenzo
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
In the Reggio Calabria province, the municipality of San Lorenzo, a name deeply rooted in ancient Italian history, notably recalling the martyrdom in Rome in 258, serves as a crucial area for specific Calabrian denominations. This unique corner of Calabria is the prime cradle for Bergamotto di Reggio Calabria - Olio essenziale DOP, an aromatic gem born only within a defined zone of 97 municipalities. Beyond this signature essential oil, San Lorenzo contributes to 11 other protected denominations, totaling 12 distinct origins linked to its soil. Here, 1 verified producer thrives, offering direct access to the rich tapestry of flavors rooted in this historically resonant land.