In 1948, just as Italy was recovering from World War II, Giovanni
Russo founded his small family winery on the volcanic slopes of Mount
Vesuvius.
At the time, wine was transported to Naples by horse-drawn wagon,
where small, rural vintners sold their wines to larger merchants, who
then supplied shops and restaurants around the city.
After years of working in the winery, Maurizio decided to make a
change: 18 years ago he opened his doors for visits and tastings,
invested in improving the quality of the wines, and limited
distribution exclusively to the winery shop.
Winery visits and tastings
Stop by to sample our unique Lacryma Christi wines, paired with local
products from the slopes of Mount Vesuvius.
All guests visiting the winery are welcome to stay for an "Italian
style" tasting, held on our terrace overlooking the Mediterranean.
Tasting menu
Antipasto appetizer with local products: salami, provolone cheese,
"casatiello" (a savory bread), and bruschetta with heirloom Piennolo
tomatoes on bread baked in a wood-burning oven, paired with Lacryma
Christi del Vesuvio Bianco DOP (100% Caprettone), Rosato(100%
Piedirosso), and Rosso (100% Piedirosso).
Spaghetti made with durum wheat flour and tossed with a sauce made
from heirloom Piennolo tomatoes and basil, paired with Lacryma Christi
Riserva (80% Piedirosso and 20% Aglianico, aged in French oak barrels
for 18 - 24 months).
Pastiera Napolitana, a traditional dessert featuring sweetened
ricotta, candied fruit, and boiled wheat berries, paired with
Capafresca Spumante Rosato (100% Aglianico) andAcquavite di Albicocche
del Vesuvio, our apricot distillate.
We can also accommodate celiacs, vegetarians, and vegans with a special menu.