DOP · since 1997
Valli Trapanesi
Olive oil · PDO · 10 municipalities
Established in 1997, the Valli Trapanesi PDO protects extra virgin olive oil originating from a defined territory of ten municipalities in Sicily, including Alcamo and Erice. Unlike neighboring Sicilian denominations that maintain active commercial channels, Valli Trapanesi presents a striking anomaly in the official registry: it currently lists zero verified producers. This total absence of certified operators leaves the designated territory inactive in commercial distribution, rendering this olive-growing zone a purely theoretical appellation rather than an active participant in the market. Consequently, the denomination remains a dormant geographic boundary awaiting future activation by local growers.
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Producers0 verified
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Valli Trapanesi produced?
- Valli Trapanesi is produced in 10 municipalities in Sicily, Italy: Alcamo, Buseto Palizzolo, Calatafimi-Segesta, Castellammare del Golfo and more.
- What does DOP mean?
- DOP (PDO — Protected Designation of Origin) certifies that every production step happens in the defined zone with official methods.