What grows here
Nova Milanese
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Nova Milanese, a key municipality within Lombardy's Monza e della Brianza province, serves as a vital hub for Italy's cherished protected foods. Its particular location within the historic Brianza area provides the distinct environmental and cultural conditions essential for traditional craftsmanship. This region is notably home to the acclaimed Salame Brianza DOP, a designation spanning 286 municipalities. In total, Nova Milanese is a crossroads for 14 different protected denominations, including the creamy Quartirolo Lombardo DOP and the distinctive Taleggio DOP. Such a remarkable concentration highlights the municipality’s significant contribution to preserving Lombardian gastronomic heritage.