What grows here
Sant'Agata del Bianco
13 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Sant'Agata del Bianco, a community situated in the Reggio Calabria metropolitan area, offers a unique window into Calabria's protected origins. This particular setting is key to why products like Locride IGT wine flourish here, a designation limited to just 25 municipalities, including this one. The local climate and soil, influenced by its proximity to the Ionian Sea, provide specific conditions essential for cultivating the grapes that define this wine. Furthermore, the area is significant for its contribution to the Bergamotto di Reggio Calabria - Olio essenziale DOP, a prized local specialty. In total, 13 protected denominations intersect in this municipality, underscoring its pivotal role in the region's diverse and authentic gastronomic heritage.