What grows here
Cotronei
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
In the Crotone province of Calabria, the municipality of Cotronei, with its 5,128 inhabitants, fosters a remarkable array of protected food and wine origins. This specific Calabrian setting, marked by its unique combination of agricultural traditions and environmental factors, is instrumental in shaping the character of its produce. Among the 12 protected denominations recognized here, the prized Pecorino Crotonese DOP finds its distinctive expression. This robust sheep's milk cheese, originating from a zone encompassing 52 municipalities, gains particular nuances from the pastures and local practices intrinsic to Cotronei, reflecting a deep connection between the land and its culinary heritage.