Planning a trip to Italy this summer?
This is the blog series for you!
Continuing with Napoli and Amalfi Coast, we’ve created this wine-friendly list of personal recommendations from the sommeliers, wine writers and wine professionals who know the region best – the Vinitaly International Academy community – a community of certified Italian Wine Ambassadors.
Positano, Amalfi Coast
Naples (Napoli) and the Amalfi Coast are located in the Campania region of southern Italy. Napoli sits on the Bay of Naples, while the Amalfi Coast is a stunning 34-mile stretch of coastline just south of the Sorrentine Peninsula, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. Wine lovers can explore Campania’s rare, indigenous grape varieties that are rarely found outside the region and dramatic coastal vineyards
So, here are our Top 10 Tips for Wine Lovers in Napoli and the Amalfi Coast this Summer:
1. “Incredible views” and “outstanding food” on the island of Capri
Le Grottelle is situated on the island of Capri in Via Arco Naturale. Carved into the limestone rocks, the restaurant offers incredible views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Arco Naturale, the spectacular limestone formation located on the island’s eastern coast. An authentic, well-curated Italian wine list alongside great house carafes. Pair a locally sourced Campania wine with farm-fresh island staples like Ravioli Capresi and eggplant parmigiana.
As recommended by Hugh Preece.
Follow: https://www.instagram.com/ristorantelegrottelle/
Photo Credit: www.campaniasecrets.com
2. “Unmissable” boutique winery on the Amalfi Coast
Cantine Marisa Cuomo is an acclaimed winery located in Furore, along the steep, rocky cliffs of the Amalfi Coast. It’s renowned for its “heroic”, high-altitude cliffside vineyards and the multi-award-winning Furore Bianco Fiorduva, an exceptional white wine made from indigenous local grapes. The grapevines are trained high on traditional wooden pergolas made from chestnut poles, protecting centuries-old, native strains of grapes like Ripoli, Fenile, and Ginestra.
As recommended by Josje van Oostrom.
Follow: https://www.instagram.com/cantine_marisa_cuomo/
3. A terrace with a view
Visit Grand Hotel Parker’s for the most stunning views over the Bay of Naples and across the busy sprawl of Naples itself to Vesuvius. The 5-star hotel has an excellent informal restaurant as well as the 2-Starred Michelin George Ristorante. The hotel is owned by the Avallone family of Villa Matilde Avallone, the wine estate in Northern Campania that rediscovered and revived Ancient Rome’s most famed and acclaimed wine, Falerno.
As recommended by Marc Millon
Learn more: https://www.instagram.com/grandhotelparkersnapoli/
Photo Credit: Grand Hotel Parker’s
4. A cozy restaurant in Sorrento “where charm and indulgence come together”
Fuoro 51 is a cozy restaurant and wine bar located at Via Fuoro, 51 in the heart of Sorrento’s historic center. It is tucked away from the bustling main streets, offering a charming and intimate atmosphere in a characteristic outdoor square. An exceptional choice of regional and national labels, served using specialized wine dispensers. You can sample different premium wines by the glass to perfectly pair with chef Francesco D’Angiolo’s creative Mediterranean dishes, all while relaxing at their highly sought-after, open-air table.
As recommended by Hugh Preece
Learn more: https://www.instagram.com/fuoro51/
5. An unforgettable dining experience in Napoli
Mimì alla Ferrovia is now known worldwide thanks to Stanley Tucci’s documentary. This historic Neapolitan institution has been serving traditional cuisine since 1943. In recent years, Chef Salvatore Giugliano has taken the helm, showcasing the very best of cucina partenopea through refined yet authentic dishes. Complemented by an excellent wine program, Mimì alla Ferrovia offers one of the city’s most memorable dining experiences for both locals and visitors alike.
As recommended by Alberto Rivera
Follow: https://www.instagram.com/mimiallaferrovia/?hl=en
Photo Credit:Mimi alla Ferrovia
6. “You only have one life – eat it!”
Ostaria Pignatelli is a popular Neapolitan trattoria located in the heart of the Chiaia district of Naples, just steps from the neoclassical Villa Pignatelli and the waterfront. True to its motto, “La vita è una, mangiala” (“You only have one life—eat it”), Osteria Pignatelli celebrates the richness of Campanian cuisine. The menu showcases regional classics, from candele alla Genovese and baccalà to parmigiana, prepared with respect for tradition and outstanding ingredients. The well-curated wine list focuses primarily on Italian and local Campanian selections designed to pair beautifully with traditional seafood and meat dishes.
As recommended by Alberto Rivera
Follow: https://www.instagram.com/ostariapignatelli/
8. “Unbelievable” natural wine bar
JUS Enoteca Naturale is a natural wine bar and bistro located in the upscale Chiaia neighborhood of Naples. They boast a curated selection of over 200 natural, organic, and biodynamic wines from Italy and abroad, focusing on sustainable viticulture. Chef Leopoldo Di Martino creates seasonal dishes specifically designed to pair with high-acidity, low-intervention summer wines. Perfect for escaping the summer heat while enjoying a delicious natural wine in a modern, eclectic setting.
As recommended by Hugh Preece and Alberto Rivera
Follow: https://www.instagram.com/jus_enotecanaturale/
Photo Credit:JUS Enoteca Naturale
8. Michelin Stars in Vico Equense
If you want to stay somewhere close but not so crowded, Vico Equense is the place. A picturesque coastal town perched on a high cliff overlooking the Bay of Naples, it is the gateway to the famous Sorrento Peninsula. La Torre del Saracino is a renowned, 2-Michelin-starred restaurant located in the Seiano neighborhood. Housed inside a 1,300-year-old medieval watchtower (the Torre di Caporivo) that was originally built to defend the Amalfi Coast from pirate attack, the restaurant boasts an impressive underground wine cellar that holds thousands of regional Italian labels as well as rare international wines.
As recommended by Gill Gordon-Smith
Follow: https://www.instagram.com/torredelsaracino/
9. Heroic viticulture at the foot of Mount Taburno
Though it’s not on the coast, Masseria Frattasi is a historic, family-run winery located in Bonea (near Montesarchio). The vineyards sit on the extreme, steep slopes of Mount Taburno, spanning altitudes between 300 and over 900 meters above sea level. Owned by the Clemente family since its founding in 1779, the winery is credited with saving and popularizing Falanghina—one of Europe’s oldest white grape varieties. The winery also employs 3,000-year-old techniques, such as sun-drying grapes to recreate Kapnios, a historical wine renowned in classical antiquity
As recommended by Carmelo Tripoli
Follow: https://www.instagram.com/masseriafrattasi/
10. Taste the best pizza in the world!
Of course, you can’t go to Napoli and not eat pizza! There are so many amazing pizzerias to choose from, but here’s one recommendation from Italian Wine Ambassador Greg Martellotto. Pizzeria Da Attilio (Quartieri Spagnoli) is the real deal classic Neapolitan pizza. Master pizzaiolo Attilio Bachetti is a multi-generational artisan and a certified sommelier, so you can even pair excellent local wines with your pizza!
As recommended by Greg Martellotto
Follow: https://www.instagram.com/PizzeriaDaAttilio/
Photo Credit: Pizzeria Da Attilio
Travelling to Puglia or Sicily this summer? Check this out:
Top 10 Tips for Wine Lovers in Sicily this Summer
Top 10 Tips for Wine Lovers in Puglia this Summer
The Vinitaly International Academy (VIA) community is a global network of wine professionals, educators, and enthusiasts who have completed rigorous certification programs centered exclusively on the native grape varieties, terroir, and history of Italy’s 20 wine regions.
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