What grows here
Jonadi
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Jonadi, situated on Calabria's elevated Monte Poro plateau within the province of Vibo Valentia, is a pivotal location for regional gastronomy. This specific high-altitude environment, with its distinct pastures, is the birthplace of Pecorino del Monte Poro DOP, a prized sheep's cheese intrinsically tied to these unique conditions. Beyond this local gem, the municipality is part of the broader origin zones for 11 other protected denominations, reflecting its agricultural significance. Among these are Clementine di Calabria IGP, Liquirizia di Calabria DOP, and the renowned Calabria IGT wines, alongside several DOP cured meats like Soppressata, Salsiccia, and Capocollo di Calabria. Jonadi's terroir undeniably shapes this impressive array of authentic Calabrian flavors.