What grows here
Maierato
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Maierato, a comune of 2,147 inhabitants in Calabria's Vibo Valentia province, is intrinsically linked to the distinct produce of the Monte Poro area. This highland terrain provides the specific pastures essential for the sheep whose milk forms Pecorino del Monte Poro DOP, a celebrated cheese crafted within a zone spanning just 27 municipalities. Beyond this local gem, Maierato contributes to the origins of 12 protected denominations. These include broad Calabrian specialties like Clementine di Calabria IGP, Liquirizia di Calabria DOP, and the renowned cured meats such as Soppressata di Calabria DOP and Capocollo di Calabria DOP, all shaped by the region’s unique agricultural conditions.