Caluso

Caluso is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Turin in the Italian region of Piedmont. It is situated about 25 kilometers northeast of Turin, on the left bank of the Dora Baltea, in the Canavese area. The municipality borders several other comuni in Canavese.

The local economy is rooted in agriculture and viticulture, with wine production playing a central role. Caluso is best known for Erbaluce di Caluso, a white wine produced from the Erbaluce grape. The wine is made in multiple styles, including dry, sparkling, and sweet passito varieties, and the surrounding hills host numerous vineyards that contribute to the town’s rural landscape and tourism.

History and features: Caluso has medieval origins and preserves a historic town center with traditional Piedmontese architecture. The surrounding environment is characterized by agricultural landscapes, including orchards and vine-covered slopes. Local cultural life includes markets and events tied to the harvest and wine production.

Transport and administration: The town is connected by regional roads to Turin and Ivrea, and it forms part of the broader Turin metropolitan area. The municipality is governed by a mayor and a municipal council, reflecting the standard local-government structure of Italian comuni.