A range of exceptional products
Alicante is home to a wealth of exceptional products, many of which hold Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) or Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, underscoring their quality and cultural significance. Among the most renowned are the Vinos de Alicante (PDO), particularly those crafted from the Monastrell grape, such as robust red wines and the legendary sweet Fondillón, unique to the region. The city is also famous for its Turrón de Jijona and Turrón de Alicante (PGI), made with almonds and honey; the former is soft and creamy, while the latter is hard and crunchy.
Another standout product is the Uva de Mesa Embolsada del Vinalopó (PDO), a crisp and sweet table grape from the Vinalopó Valley, integral to Spain’s New Year’s Eve traditions. Additionally, the Cerezas de la Montaña de Alicante (PGI) are celebrated for their vibrant color and sweetness, while the Granada Mollar de Elche (PDO), with its ruby-red seeds, is a global symbol of agricultural excellence. Alicante also produces the Nísperos de Callosa d’en Sarrià (PDO), highly regarded for their juicy, perfectly balanced flavor.
Beyond these certified products, Alicante is renowned for its extra virgin olive oils, often made from traditional varieties like Blanqueta and Alfafarenca, the region’s Marcona almonds and of course the delicacies from the sea, as the red Mediterranean red prawns, and the salazones as mojama de atún, consisting of fillets of salt-cured tuna.