What grows here
Quarna Sopra
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Nestled within Piedmont's Verbano-Cusio-Ossola province, Quarna Sopra is a compact alpine community whose distinct geography defines its contribution to Italy's protected food heritage. This very setting explains its inclusion in the production area for 14 recognized denominations. Foremost among these is Genepì del Piemonte IG, an aromatic spirit born from mountain herbs, cultivated across a zone of 284 municipalities. Furthermore, the traditional dairy practices fostered by the cooler climate are vital for Toma Piemontese DOP, a celebrated cheese whose origins span 886 municipalities. Quarna Sopra vividly demonstrates how local terrain shapes unique culinary identities, reflecting Piedmont's rich spectrum of regional specialties.