What grows here
Scaletta Zanclea
11 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Scaletta Zanclea, a coastal municipality within the Metropolitan City of Messina, Sicily, is a crucible for distinctive agri-food treasures. Its unique microclimate, shaped by the Ionian Sea and surrounding hills, fosters the growth of the Limone Interdonato Messina IGP. This particular lemon variety, a hybrid unique to a specific 19-municipality zone on Messina's Ionian coast, finds its ideal conditions here. The ancient wine tradition also thrives, with the Mamertino DOC, a historic appellation tied to a zone of just 31 municipalities, tracing its roots back to Roman times. In total, Scaletta Zanclea benefits from 11 protected denominations, showcasing the profound link between this territory and its celebrated products.