What grows here
Leni
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Perched within the Aeolian Archipelago, Leni, a compact municipality of just 667 inhabitants in Sicily's Metropolitan City of Messina, offers ideal conditions for distinctive local produce. Here, the volcanic soils and island climate nurture the grapes for Salina IGT and Malvasia delle Lipari DOC wines, expressions unique to this four-municipality zone. The same distinctive environment yields the renowned Cappero delle Isole Eolie DOP capers. Among the 12 protected denominations spanning Leni, 2 verified producers craft these treasures, both welcoming visitors to experience their unique heritage firsthand.
Municipality