{"id":956,"count":24,"description":"","link":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/blog\/italy\/campania","name":"Campania wine region","slug":"campania","taxonomy":"category","parent":819,"meta":{"winalist_lat":"40.8518","winalist_lng":"14.2681"},"acf":{"short_region_name":"Campania","region_id":"","h1":"Visit the Campania Wine Region: 11 Wines and Appellations to Know","subtitle":"A Guide to Campania Wine Region","term_author":null,"term_co_authors":null,"term_published":null,"term_last_updated":null,"tldr_title":"The essentials for visiting Campania","tldr_content":"<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Ideal stay<\/strong>: 2 days covers Taurasi and Avellino's DOCGs; 4-5 days adds Aglianico del Taburno, Falerno del Massico and the Amalfi coastal vineyards.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Must-sees<\/strong>: Taurasi, Tufo, Avellino, Benevento, Sant'Agata dei Goti, Mount Vesuvius vineyards, Costa d'Amalfi terraces, Naples as a tasting base.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Local cuisine<\/strong>: buffalo mozzarella, street-food fried pizza and rag\u00f9 pair with Aglianico reds, Falanghina and Greco di Tufo whites.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Access<\/strong>: 40 minutes by car from Naples to Avellino; Naples Capodichino airport connects to major European hubs; regional trains reach Benevento and Avellino.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Budget<\/strong>: around 250-400 euros per couple for a comfortable weekend with tastings; 700-1000+ euros for a premium multi-day stay with estate lunches.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","link_to_wl_landing_page":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/regions\/campania","override_cta_in_quick_access":"","intro":"<p>Most visitors treat Campania as a scenic stopover between Naples and the Amalfi Coast, a place for pizza and clifftop views rather than serious wine. That assumption doesn't survive a single tasting.<\/p>\r\n<p>Built on volcanic soils around Vesuvius and the hills of Irpinia, the region grows grapes the ancient Greeks brought here: Aglianico behind Taurasi DOCG, Fiano and Greco in their own DOCG whites near Avellino, plus Falanghina and Piedirosso. Four DOCGs anchor Campania, tastings run roughly 15 to 40 euros, and two to three days cover the essentials.<\/p>","best_hosts_title":"The vineyard region at a glance","best_hosts_content":"<p>Campania's vineyards spread across volcanic tuff and clay slopes between Irpinia, the Taburno hills and the Vesuvius crater, with four DOCGs (Taurasi, Greco di Tufo, Fiano di Avellino, Aglianico del Taburno) plus DOC zones like Costa d'Amalfi and Falerno del Massico. Indigenous varietals dominate: Aglianico for structured reds, Fiano and Greco for mineral whites, Falanghina and Piedirosso for lighter, food-friendly styles. Most cellar visits and guided tastings across the region cost between 15 and 40 euros per person, often including four to five wines and local snacks like taralli or cured meats. Producers here range from long-established historic houses to smaller family estates working tuff caves and terraced hillsides, and browsing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/regions\/campania\">campania wineries<\/a> is the fastest way to see which ones are open for tastings this month.<\/p>","things_to_do_content":"<h2>The 11 best wines and appellations to discover in Campania<\/h2>\r\n<p>The wine map here reads grape by grape rather than town by town: each variety has its own DOCG or DOC, its own slope, and its own place at the table. Here's what to taste and where.<\/p>\r\n<h3>1. Taurasi DOCG (Aglianico)<\/h3>\r\n<p>Taurasi is Campania's most serious red, made entirely from Aglianico grown on the volcanic and clay hills around the town of Taurasi itself, east of Avellino. Expect a deep garnet color, firm tannin, dark cherry and leather notes, and enough structure to age for a decade. Producers like Mastroberardino, who helped preserve the grape through the 20th century, pour it at cellar tastings from around 20-30 euros. Riserva bottlings need at least four years of aging before release, three of them in barrel.<\/p>\r\n<h3>2. Aglianico del Taburno DOCG<\/h3>\r\n<p>West of Benevento, the Taburno hills give Aglianico a slightly softer, more approachable profile than Taurasi: still tannic, but with riper red fruit and a touch less austerity. Tastings at estates around Sant'Agata dei Goti or Torrecuso typically run 15-25 euros for a flight of three to four wines. It's the DOCG to try if you want to understand this grape's range without committing to Taurasi's full intensity.<\/p>\r\n<h3>3. Greco di Tufo DOCG<\/h3>\r\n<p>Tufo, west of Taurasi, gives its name to this white made from the Greco grape on sulfur-rich volcanic soil. The wine is dry, high in acidity, with citrus, almond and a faint flinty edge that locals call \"smoky.\" Feudi di San Gregorio, based nearby, is one of the producers that put this appellation on international wine lists; tastings here average 20-35 euros. It's widely considered the region's most age-worthy white.<\/p>\r\n<h3>4. Fiano di Avellino DOCG<\/h3>\r\n<p>Around Avellino, Fiano ripens into a rounder, more aromatic white than Greco: notes of hazelnut, honey and white flowers, with enough acidity to stay fresh. Many estates in the Irpinia hills offer tastings alongside Greco di Tufo for around 20-30 euros, since the two DOCGs share the same growing zone. It's the variety wine writers most often point to when arguing Campania's whites rival its reds.<\/p>\r\n<h3>5. Falanghina del Sannio<\/h3>\r\n<p>Grown widely around Benevento, Falanghina makes a lighter, more immediately drinkable white than Fiano or Greco: green apple, pear, a light floral lift, best served well chilled. It's the everyday white here, and tastings at estates near Benevento rarely exceed 15-20 euros. If you're building a first-timer's flight, this is the easiest entry point.<\/p>\r\n<h3>6. Piedirosso<\/h3>\r\n<p>Often blended with Aglianico but increasingly bottled alone, Piedirosso (\"red foot,\" named for its reddish stems) gives a lighter-bodied red with cherry and herbal notes and softer tannin, grown on Vesuvius' slopes and around the Phlegraean Fields. It pairs particularly well with Neapolitan street food and buffalo mozzarella dishes. Tastings that include this grape alongside Aglianico usually run 20-25 euros.<\/p>\r\n<h3>7. Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio<\/h3>\r\n<p>Grown directly on Vesuvius' volcanic slopes, Lacryma Christi comes in white (mostly Coda di Volpe and Falanghina) and red (Piedirosso and Aglianico) versions, both marked by the mineral edge of tuff soil. The white leans citrusy and saline; the red stays light and food-friendly. Small producers near the volcano pour it for 15-25 euros, often with views over the Gulf of Naples and the Tyrrhenian Sea included.<\/p>\r\n<h3>8. Costa d'Amalfi DOC<\/h3>\r\n<p>On the terraced slopes above the Amalfi Coast, small plots of Falanghina, Biancolella and Piedirosso produce some of Italy's most dramatic-looking vineyards, farmed by hand on near-vertical terraces. The wines are typically light, saline and citrus-driven, reflecting the sea air as much as the volcanic-clay soil. These bottles rarely leave the region, which makes tasting them locally worthwhile; a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/cities\/positano\">wine tasting positano<\/a> session often includes this DOC alongside coastal views toward Capri.<\/p>\r\n<h3>9. Falerno del Massico<\/h3>\r\n<p>North of Naples near the Lazio border, Falerno del Massico makes both a structured red from Aglianico and Piedirosso and a less common white from Falanghina, on volcanic soil close to the coast. Pliny the Elder reportedly rated the ancient version of this wine among Rome's finest, and today's bottlings still show dense dark fruit and firm tannin in the reds. Estate visits here are less touristed than Irpinia, with tastings around 20-30 euros.<\/p>\r\n<h3>10. Coda di Volpe<\/h3>\r\n<p>Named for its tail-shaped bunches (\"fox's tail\"), Coda di Volpe is an old white grape often blended into Lacryma Christi but also bottled alone: soft acidity, notes of ripe pear and almond, medium body. It's a good contrast to the higher-acid Fiano and Greco, and worth asking for specifically at estates around Vesuvius or Avellino.<\/p>\r\n<h3>11. Irpinia DOC (the region's catch-all)<\/h3>\r\n<p>Irpinia DOC covers the hills around Avellino for wines that don't fit the stricter DOCG rules, often from the same Fiano, Greco, Aglianico and Coda di Volpe grapes at a more everyday price point. It's a useful category for producers experimenting with single-vineyard bottlings or unusual blends, and tastings here tend to be the most affordable around, often under 20 euros.<\/p>\r\n<blockquote>Aglianico's name likely traces back to \"Hellenico,\" a nod to the Greek vines first planted here; Greco carries the same Greek imprint in its very name.<\/blockquote>","title_for_cities_in_the_wine_region":"The must-see cities for tasting the region's wines","text_for_cities_in_the_wine_region":"<p>Naples makes the natural base for exploring the vineyards of Campania, with easy day trips into Irpinia and the Vesuvius slopes; browsing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/cities\/naples\">naples wine tours<\/a> is the simplest way to pair a cellar visit with the city's food scene. On the coast, Positano and its neighboring towns give access to the small Costa d'Amalfi estates, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/cities\/salerno\">salerno wine tours<\/a> cover the southern edge of the area toward Cilento. Inland, Benevento sits at the heart of Falanghina country, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/cities\/benevento\">benevento wineries<\/a> make a good half-day detour from either Naples or Avellino.<\/p>","villages_content":"","title_itineraries":"Our itineraries to visit Campania","text_itineraries":"<p>A weekend works well built around Irpinia alone: one day tasting Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo around Avellino and Tufo, a second exploring Taurasi's Aglianico estates. With four to five days, add Aglianico del Taburno around Benevento, then head toward the coast for Costa d'Amalfi's terraced whites and a Lacryma Christi tasting on Vesuvius' slopes before returning to Naples. Travelers piecing together a full week often loop back through Falerno del Massico near the Lazio border, treating each appellation as its own day rather than rushing between towns.<\/p>","when_visit":"<p>The vineyards here are workable most of the year, but the right season depends on what you want from the trip: quiet cellar visits, harvest energy, or the coast at its best.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Spring<\/strong> (April-June) brings mild weather, blooming vines and fewer crowds on the Amalfi terraces, making it a strong pick for combining tastings with coastal walks before the summer rush.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Summer<\/strong> (July-August) is hot inland around Avellino and Benevento, better suited to early-morning cellar visits, though coastal towns get busy and pricier.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Harvest<\/strong> runs roughly from early September for whites like Falanghina and Fiano through mid-to-late October for Aglianico, and it's the liveliest time to see estates in full swing.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Autumn<\/strong> (September-November) generally offers the best balance: harvest activity, milder temperatures, and Taurasi's red-wine cellars at their most active.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Winter<\/strong> (December-March) is quiet, with many smaller estates open by appointment only, but it suits travelers who want unhurried, one-on-one tastings without the coastal crowds.<\/p>","how_visit":"<p><strong>By train<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Regional and high-speed trains connect Naples Centrale to Rome (about 1 hour by high-speed) and to Salerno (around 40 minutes); local trains reach Benevento and Avellino from Naples in roughly 1-1.5 hours.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>By car<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Naples to Avellino takes about 40 minutes via the A16 motorway; Naples to Benevento is around 1 hour; Naples to the Amalfi Coast towns runs 1-1.5 hours depending on traffic.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>By plane<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Naples Capodichino Airport is the main gateway, with direct connections to most major European cities and a short transfer into the city or onward toward Irpinia.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>Getting around<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>A rental car is the most practical way to reach smaller estates in Irpinia, Taburno and around Vesuvius; regional trains and buses cover Naples, Salerno and Benevento; guided excursions are worth booking for the Amalfi Coast's narrow terraced roads.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","hotels_visit":"<p><strong>Charming hotels<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Grand Hotel Parker's<\/strong> (Naples): a five-star hotel with Gulf of Naples views and easy access to Irpinia day trips, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Search?query=grand%20hotel%20parkers%20naples\">check availability<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Relais Villa Santa Croce<\/strong> (Casapulla, near Caserta): a boutique four-star countryside relais convenient for Falerno del Massico and Taburno visits, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Search?query=relais%20villa%20santa%20croce%20casapulla\">check availability<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Le Sirenuse<\/strong> (Positano): a five-star landmark hotel ideal as a base for Costa d'Amalfi tastings, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Search?query=le%20sirenuse%20positano\">check availability<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Villa Avellino<\/strong> (Avellino area): a boutique four-star property set among Irpinia's vineyards, close to Taurasi and Fiano di Avellino estates, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Search?query=villa%20avellino%20hotel%20avellino\">check availability<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>Guesthouses in the vineyards<\/strong> Beyond the coast, small agriturismi scattered through Irpinia and the Taburno hills let you sleep among the vines that produce Taurasi and Aglianico del Taburno, often with dinner built around the estate's own bottles and local buffalo mozzarella. These stays suit travelers who want to wake up to vineyard rows rather than sea views.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Living the region differently<\/strong> For a different rhythm, base yourself inland around Benevento or Avellino for a few nights instead of the coast: mornings in tuff cellars, afternoons in medieval hill towns, and evenings that end with a Greco di Tufo or a glass of Taurasi rather than a sunset cocktail.<\/p>","display_map":true,"map_title":"","map_widget_link":"<a href=\"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/affiliate\/widget?partner=14&#038;type=map&#038;lat=41.10994729999999&#038;lng=14.8475139&#038;location=Campania,Italy\">https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/affiliate\/widget?partner=14&amp;type=map&amp;lat=41.10994729999999&amp;lng=14.8475139&amp;location=Campania,Italy<\/a>","other_images_for_term":"","title_faq":"Good to know before visiting Campania","text_before_faq":"","acf-repeater-faq":[{"faq_question":"What are the main DOCGs in Campania?","faq_answer":"Campania has four DOCGs: Taurasi (Aglianico), Greco di Tufo, Fiano di Avellino and Aglianico del Taburno. Together they anchor the region's reputation for structured reds and mineral, age-worthy whites."},{"faq_question":"What is the best time to visit Campania for harvest?","faq_answer":"Harvest generally runs from early September for white varieties like Falanghina and Fiano through mid-to-late October for Aglianico, making autumn the most active season for cellar visits."},{"faq_question":"How many days should I spend exploring the region?","faq_answer":"Two to three days cover the essential DOCGs around Irpinia and Taurasi; four to five days let you add Aglianico del Taburno, Falerno del Massico and the Amalfi Coast's small coastal vineyards."},{"faq_question":"Which grape varieties define this wine region?","faq_answer":"Aglianico for structured reds, Fiano and Greco for mineral whites, and Falanghina and Piedirosso for lighter, food-friendly styles, all rooted in volcanic soils around Vesuvius and Irpinia."},{"faq_question":"Is Campania only about red wine?","faq_answer":"No: Greco di Tufo and Fiano di Avellino are both DOCG whites with strong aging potential, and Falanghina and Coda di Volpe add lighter, everyday styles to the mix."},{"faq_question":"Can I combine a visit with the Amalfi Coast?","faq_answer":"Yes, the Costa d'Amalfi DOC covers small terraced vineyards directly above the coast, and it's easy to combine a tasting there with time in the coastal towns."},{"faq_question":"How do I book a winery visit in Campania?","faq_answer":"The simplest way is to compare cellar tours and tasting options directly through book a winery visit in Campania , where availability and pricing are listed by estate."}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories\/956","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/taxonomies\/category"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories\/819"}],"wp:post_type":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts?categories=956"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}