Campania
The wines of Campania were being produced even in the days of the ancient Romans. The region is known for its diverse soils, from the volcanic land of Naples to the calcium-filled rock of the Sorrento peninsula and the island of Capri. Most of the vineyards in the region are on hillsides or mountain slopes. The main grape varietals of the area are Aglianico, Sangiovese and Barbera, but Trebbiano Toscano, Malvasia Bianca di Candia and Greco di Tofu are also seen. The Taurasi DOCG is the most notable wine, but many other DOCs and IGTs are produced.
Wine Trails-From north to south
* In Cellole, the Fattoria Villa Matilde (tel. 0823932088) is a winery designed like a Mediterranean village with wine tastings and meals offered.
* From there, you can travel to the towns of Ponte, to see the Ocone winery, and Torrecuso, to visit the Rillo winery.
* In Benevento, visit the Enoteca Provinciale del Sannio, located in the Piazza Guerazzi (tel. 082447845).
* The Mustilli at Via dei Fiori 20 (tel. 0823717433) in Sant'Agata de' Goti is a good choice for wines. They serve wines that have been aged for years in 15th century cellars, and they have wine tastings by appointment.
* Taurasi is the home of the famed Taurasi DOCG. Visit the interesting Caggiano winery (Contrada Sala, tel. 082774073) where you can taste their blends of local grape varietals.
* In the towns of Atripalda and Salza Irpina you can enjoy the wines of the Di Meo winery (Contrada Coccovoni 1, 0825981419).
* Enoteca Partenopea is on Viale Augusto 2 (tel. 0815937982) in the Fuorigrotta area of Naples. It has thousands of the best Italian and non-Italian wines.
* In Prignano Cilento, De Conciliis (Localita Quercia 1, tel. 0974831090) is a modern family-run winery that produces the Donnaluno Cilento Bianco DOC from Fiano grapes.
Festivals and Culinary Events
* July: Taurasi-Aglicano Festival
* August: Petruro Irpino-Festival of the Fusillo
* September: Tufo-Greco di Tufo Festival, Solopaca-Grape-Harvest Festival, Teverola-Mozzarella and Asprinio Wine Festival