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DOP · since 2002

Zafferano dell'Aquila

Food · PDO · 13 municipalities

Zafferano dell'Aquila DOP represents a highly localized saffron cultivation from the Abruzzo region, legally confined to just 13 specific municipalities including Barisciano and Caporciano. While this intense spice secured its protected designation of origin status in 2002, the denomination currently presents a unique administrative profile: the official registry records exactly zero verified producers actively operating under this formal certification. This complete absence of certified operators clearly distinguishes it from neighboring food designations, highlighting a stark divide between its strict geographical boundaries in L'Aquila and its current standing in the regulated commercial market.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Zafferano dell'Aquila produced?
Zafferano dell'Aquila is produced in 13 municipalities in Abruzzo, Italy: Barisciano, Caporciano, Fagnano Alto, Fontecchio 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.
Zafferano dell'Aquila DOP — Italian food from Abruzzo | ItalyTasteMap