What grows here
Scandale
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Within Calabria's Crotone province, the municipality of Scandale offers a distinct terroir crucial for several protected origins. This particular microregion is integral to the production of Melissa DOC wine, a denomination covering just 14 municipalities. Here, the interplay of climate and soil also shapes Val di Neto IGT wines and the renowned Pecorino Crotonese DOP, a cheese defined by its origins across 52 municipalities. Scandale's unique contribution to these specific tastes underscores why this area, despite its modest size, is a crucial intersection for no fewer than 14 distinct food and wine denominations.
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