What grows here
San Calogero
12 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
San Calogero, a municipality in Calabria's Vibo Valentia province, stands as a significant locale on ItalyTasteMap, contributing to the nation's rich tapestry of protected food and wine origins. Its distinct terroir, shaped by the specific topography of the Monte Poro area, provides the ideal conditions for remarkable specialties. Here, an impressive 12 denominations find their home. The most localized is the Pecorino del Monte Poro DOP, a prized cheese whose entire production zone encompasses just 27 municipalities, underscoring San Calogero's indispensable role in its authenticity. Beyond this, the municipality also nurtures broader Calabrian treasures such as Clementine di Calabria IGP and the versatile Calabria IGT wines.