TRECASE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Lunch and Lacryma Christi on the Slopes of Vesuvius
A concise, guided visit to Cantina del Vesuvio in Trecase: a two-hour vineyard walk, tasting five Lacryma Christi wines and a traditional Campanian lunch—useful for planning timing, dietary needs, and family participation.
Lunch and Lacryma Christi on the Slopes of Vesuvius.
Perched on the lower flanks of Mount Vesuvius, Cantina del Vesuvio stages a compact, sensory-led visit: a guided walk through vineyards, an explanation of Lacryma Christi production, and a paired lunch of Campanian specialties that frames the wines in local soil and kitchen traditions.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Vineyards on Vesuvius
The winery sits at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, with vine rows planted on volcanic slopes—an intimate landscape that frames the tasting and the guided vineyard walk.
Five Lacryma Christi Tastes
The tasting pairs five Lacryma Christi wines—Bianco, Rosato, Rosso, a Riserva and additional selections—offering a concise tour of the denomination’s expressions.
A Local Lunch of Campanian Specialties
A lunch of regional fare accompanies the tasting: antipasti of salami, provolone, casatiello, salted ricotta, prosciutto, bruschetta with Piennolo tomatoes and roasted aubergines, followed by spaghetti with Piennolo tomato and basil and a pastiera for dessert.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
The two-hour experience unfolds as a short, guided walk through the estate to learn how Lacryma Christi is made, then moves inside for a structured tasting: five wines paired with a succession of local dishes that map vineyard to table in a single sitting.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits—and the family and dietary notes to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The winery offers individual wine tastings daily; visits and tastings are available Monday–Sunday from 10:30–16:00. The program is structured as a roughly two-hour visit.
Bring your own transport arrangements as prices do not include transportation to or from the winery. Carry any necessary personal items for a short outdoor walk on vineyard terrain.
Lunch and a tasting of five Lacryma Christi wines are included in the experience; prices quoted by the operator exclude transportation to the winery.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Wine Tasting at Cantina del Vesuvio?
The experience lasts approximately two hours.
Is lunch included in the visit?
Yes—lunch is included and paired with five Lacryma Christi wines and additional selections.
Are children allowed and will they be served?
All ages are welcome. Children under 4 are not entitled to a meal; children aged 4–18 receive lunch but without wine.
Are vegetarian or vegan options available?
Vegetarian and vegan options are available.
Is transportation to the winery included in the price?
No; prices do not include transportation to or from the winery.
When can I book a tasting?
The Cantina del Vesuvio offers individual wine tastings daily from 10:30 to 16:00.