Susina di Dro

Susina di Dro is a fresh plum produced within numerous municipalities in the Autonomous Province of Trento, situated in the Sarca Valley in Trentino-Alto Adige. It is distinguished by its high content of polyphenols and low sugar content: these two characteristics are closely tied to the distinctiveness of the production area, especially the regular winds.

The most important is the so-called Ora del Garda which guarantees clear skies and, therefore, continuous sunshine, as well as high temperatures. Two different growing methods are used during the production process: pieno vento and fusetto.

Susina di Dro has a delicate sweet-acidulous flavor, and apart from being enjoyed in its natural form, it can be dried or used in the preparation of juices, jams, ice-cream, syrups, fermented drinks and liqueurs. It is also an excellent ingredient for desserts, such as clafoutis and plum crumble. Dro - the time of plum is an annual event which takes place in the area every August and it is the modern day version of an initiative which began in the 1970s.