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Limone Sfusato Amalfitano IGP is a native lemon variety cultivated exclusively on the terraced slopes of the Costiera Amalfitana. It is distinguished by its elongated shape (“sfusata”), its thick, highly fragrant peel rich in essential oils, and its juicy pulp, which is less acidic than other lemons. It is used both fresh and transformed into traditional products such as limoncello, marmalades, candied peels, and traditional desserts. A
It tells the story of Amalfi’s vertical cultivation and landscape engineering. This lemon, grown on terraces carved from the rock, reveals a culture that transformed steep slopes into a productive system. Its aromatic intensity reflects a precise understanding of the coastal climate and light. In it, one recognizes a city that built its identity through the mediation between nature and design.
Description
Limone Sfusato Amalfitano IGP is a native lemon variety cultivated exclusively on the terraced slopes of the Costiera Amalfitana. It is distinguished by its elongated shape (“sfusata”), its thick, highly fragrant peel rich in essential oils, and its juicy pulp, which is less acidic than other lemons. It is used both fresh and transformed into traditional products such as limoncello, marmalades, candied peels, and traditional desserts. A
It tells the story of Amalfi’s vertical cultivation and landscape engineering. This lemon, grown on terraces carved from the rock, reveals a culture that transformed steep slopes into a productive system. Its aromatic intensity reflects a precise understanding of the coastal climate and light. In it, one recognizes a city that built its identity through the mediation between nature and design.
Lemon cultivation on the Costiera Amalfitana has been documented since the Middle Ages, when Amalfi was a powerful Repubblica Marinara. Citrus fruits were grown: • as a food resource • for food preservation • to prevent scurvy during long sea voyages Over time, the Sfusato Amalfitano adapted perfectly to the local microclimate (sea, sun, terraces), becoming a unique and irreplaceable variety. In 2003 it received the IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) recognition from the European Union.
Cultural significance
Limone Sfusato Amalfitano is: • the agricultural and landscape symbol of Amalfi • an integral part of local identity • a central element of traditional cuisine and the local economy Cultivation on terraces also represents a historic landscape-preservation practice, recognized as part of the territory’s cultural heritage.
Limone Sfusato Amalfitano is: • the agricultural and landscape symbol of Amalfi • an integral part of local identity • a central element of traditional cuisine and the local economy Cultivation on terraces also represents a historic landscape-preservation practice, recognized as part of the territory’s cultural heritage.
• Farms along the Costiera Amalfitana • Local markets in Amalfi and surrounding areas • Shops specializing in certified traditional products • Stores specializing in IGP products
€2,50 - €5 al kg
The message it carries concerns the value of patient care. Giving this object as a gift means recognizing the importance of consistently nurturing what requires dedication. It is a gesture that affirms trust in patience as a form of creation. It suggests that quality is born from continuous commitment.
Where to find it
• Farms along the Costiera Amalfitana • Local markets in Amalfi and surrounding areas • Shops specializing in certified traditional products • Stores specializing in IGP products
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