Valbrevenna ( lij, Varbrevenna) is a ''

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'' (municipality) in the

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in the

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, located about northeast of

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. Valbrevenna borders the following municipalities:

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, Casella,

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. Valbrevenna is known for its produce, most notably it's

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grape which it exports around the country. It was the winner of the prestigious Vino Italia in 2018 and 2019, and was the front runner in the 2020 prize before the

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took over and closed the vineyard to the public. Other than grapes, the area is known for its rich soil which produces amazing varieties of apples, peaches and cherries.

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