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Private Vineyard Lunch on Vesuvius: Lacryma Christi Tasting

A fourth-generation winemaker pours Lacryma Christi — the legendary wine grown in volcanic Vesuvius soil — at a private terrace lunch with views across the Bay of Naples. Rare, delicious, and unrepeatable.

What to expect

The winemaker walks you through the vines — still trained on the ancient alberello method — explaining how the mineral-rich lava soil gives the Falanghina and Piedirosso grapes their singular smoky depth. At a long terrace table you taste six wines paired with wood-fired pizza rustica, smoked provola, and sun-dried San Marzano tomatoes from the estate garden. The bay glitters below; Vesuvius looms gently above. It is, quite simply, one of Italy's great lunches.

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Cantine Olivella – Vesuvio (official estate)
From EUR 95 per person for guided tasting + antipasto lunch; private exclusive estate session from EUR 450 for up to 10 guests
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Good to know

Located on the slopes of Vesuvius, approx. 40 min from Naples port by private transfer. Combine easily with a Pompeii morning visit. Pre-book the private session directly with the estate at least 2 weeks ahead. Confirm the all-aboard time before arranging your return transfer.

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