Private Lunch “At the Winemaker’s Home” at Cantina del Vesuvio: taste and tradition among the vineyards of Mount Vesuvius

Nice location. Terrible food and wine, i mean almost inedible food and horrid wine. Not friendly staff, fake nice as soon as you arrive then roll their eyes at attempts to pronounce things. They didn't pick you up from Pompeii or drop you off there. They don't pick you up or return you on any kind of schedule either. Don't bank on catching that next tour or train.

Very disappointing. Tour guide unintelligible, food non-descript, and staff surly or indifferent. Definitely not worth your time or money.

We were at this enchanting place today; despite the heat, we were able to have an unforgettable experience surrounded by vineyards loaded with grapes ready for the harvest, with Vesuvius behind us and the sea in front! To complete the experience, the tasting of products (food and wine) was nothing short of exceptional! Incredibly kind, expert, helpful, and prepared staff. We had two small dogs with us that the entire staff pampered and spoiled! At the end of the tasting, we were able to purchase several of the wines we tasted! Thank you!

My wife who is a travel agent suggested that we tour Cantina del Vesuvio on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. It’s located at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, which made the experience even more special and impressive. The tour started with an explanation of how the grapes are handpicked to ensure that only the best are selected. We then walked through the processing and bottling areas and learned how the wines are produced. This was followed by an amazing lunch that paired various wines with a beautifully assorted cold antipasto consisting of local meats, cheeses, and vegetables. Then came a wonderful plate of spaghetti with a light tomato sauce that left a lasting impression, served alongside a bowl of homemade meatballs. Finally, we enjoyed la “pastiera di grano napoletana,” a traditional Neapolitan dessert, to finish the meal. Of course, everything was accompanied by a suggested wine that paired perfectly with each course. The wines they produce are organic and made from grapes grown in the volcanic soil at the foot of Vesuvius, which makes the experience and the wines even more unique. We also had the opportunity to meet Giovanni Russo, one of the family members, who is naturally very knowledgeable about his family’s wines and, more importantly, a genuinely good person. We highly recommend Cantina del Vesuvio and look forward to returning