A terroir between sea and mountains
The Menton Lemon PGI
In Menton, the lemon is far more than an ingredient. It is a landscape, a memory and a living craft. Grown on sunlit terraces, it is prized for its intense fragrance, essential oils and finely balanced acidity.
A fruit with Protected Geographical Indication status
The Menton Lemon PGI guarantees the fruit’s geographical origin and governs its production in the Menton area. Behind this European recognition are citrus growers, precise skills and a fragile agricultural heritage that must be passed on.
When lemons told Menton’s story
A commercial and human history
For centuries, citrus fruit shaped Menton’s economy and identity. Harvests, trade, regulations and shipments across Europe set the rhythm of local life. The lemon therefore connects Menton’s gardens to a much wider Mediterranean history.
From lemon to ravioli
In 2013, Luisa and Riccardo Inversi chose this emblematic fruit to create Pasta Piemonte’s Ravioli with Menton Lemon. The finesse of Piedmontese fresh pasta meets the aromatic identity of Menton.
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In this book, Luisa Delpiano Inversi explores the history, culture, growers and culinary uses of the Menton Lemon. It is a work of transmission, enriched with recipes and contributions from passionate professionals.
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