The wines of Campania: Campania's best wines at unbeatable prices

Campania is one of Italy's most renowned wine regions, producing some of the country's finest wines. Known for its volcanic soils and unique microclimate, Campania is home to a diverse range of grape varieties that produce some of Italy's most exciting and complex wines. At xtraWine, we're proud to offer a wide range of Campanian wines that showcase the region's rich winemaking heritage. One of the most famous grape varieties grown in Campania is Aglianico, which produces rich, full-bodied red wines with intense dark fruit flavours and firm tannins. One of our favourite Campanian reds is the Taurasi DOCG, made from 100% Aglianico grapes grown in the hills of Irpinia. This wine is aged for at least three years in oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with notes of black cherry, leather, and spice. Another notable red grape variety grown in Campania is Piedirosso, which produces wines with a lighter body and more delicate tannins. One of our favourite Piedirosso wines is the Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio DOC, which is grown on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. This wine is medium-bodied with flavours of red fruit, herbs, and spices, making it a perfect match for a variety of dishes. Campania is also home to some exceptional white wines, including the Fiano grape variety, which produces wines with a rich, full-bodied texture and bright acidity. One of our favourite Campanian whites is the Fiano di Avellino DOCG, which is grown in the hills of Avellino. This wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged on the lees for a few months, resulting in a wine with notes of honey, apricot, and citrus. At xtraWine, we're proud to offer a wide selection of Campanian wines from top producers such as Feudi di San Gregorio, Mastroberardino, and Villa Raiano, among others. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply looking to explore the rich flavours and aromas of Campanian wines, we've got something for everyone. Browse our selection today and discover the best wines from Campania, all available at competitive prices.

Exploring the Charm of Campania

One of Italy's most fascinating regions, Campania welcomes lovers of evocative landscapes. From the cliffs rising majestically above the sea, to the Mediterranean flora, to the volcanic terrain of Vesuvius, everything contributes to a breathtaking picture. The crystal-clear sea, golden beaches, enchanting islands and the archaeological remains of Pompeii add to the charm. Tradition is combined with art and history in a journey through the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Mediterranean coast and the treasures of Naples.
The region is an ancient land that enchanted the Greeks and Romans with its beauty. The cult of the vine originated here, with the famous 'Falerno' wine praised by ancient Latin writers. Grape varieties such as Fiano, Aglianico, Falanghina and Greco come to life in this land, along with unique varieties such as Piedirosso and Coda di Volpe.
Campania's morphology is varied, with Apennine mountains occupying 35% of the region and plains linking mountain ranges to the coast. Volcanic activity has defined the landscapes over the centuries, creating a unique landscape.Irpinia, in the heart of Campania, is a prestigious area for viticulture, with wines such as Taurasi, Greco di Tufo and Fiano di Avellino.

Resplendent Oenological Expressions

Taurasi, called the 'Barolo of the South', and Fiano di Avellino stand out among the wines of Campania. Greco di Tufo fascinates with its fresh and distinctive profile. In the Beneventano region, wine expressions are robust and intense, with appellations such as DOC Taburno and Sannio. The coastal areas and islands, such as the Sorrento and Amalfi coasts, Ischia and Capri, offer unique, Mediterranean wines.

Explore Campania Wines on xtraWine

Discover wines from Campania on xtraWine and take advantage of special offers. In our extensive online catalogue you will find wines ideal for every occasion. Let yourself be guided by the detailed information provided by our experienced staff and select the bottles that meet your preferences. Thrill your palate with the authentic flavours of Campania!

Campania

Country name	Italy
History	The area around Capua at the time of the Romans was called Agro Capuano which later became Agro Campano and finally Campania. This was the name given to the area of the Tyrrhenian coast. With the passing of the centuries, lacking the unity of the country, there were numerous divisions of the area, including the Duchy of Naples, the Duchy of Benevento, the Principality of Salerno and the Duchy of Amalfi. With the constitution of the Kingdom of Italy in 1861, the Region reported its name of Campania, but with much wider borders.
Perc hill	51
Perc mountain	34
Perc plain	15
Soil and climate	The climate in the coastal strip, on the plains and on the islands is incredibly mild. In mountain areas despite the heavy Winter snowfall, the climate is quite sweet. The climate is mild on the coasts and on the hills, while it is more continental inside the mountainous areas of the Campano Apennines.
Surface area	13590
Typical dishes	The most famous dish consists of pizza; cooked in a traditional wood oven, although now there are many variations, from the simplest with a little oregano and anchovies, to those more processed with eggs, seafood, meats, cheeses and vegetables of all kinds. The region has a strong agricultural vocation in which the cultivation of vegetables and fruit excel, which sees in the foreground the tomato in its final varieties, from the San Marzano of the Agro Sarnese-Nocerino, recognized PDO, to the salads of Salerno and Torre del Greco. Like pizza, the calzone is considered a single dish, and is made up of a leavened dough folded like a large ravioli, stuffed with ham, beaten egg, mozzarella, ricotta, pepper and aromatic herbs. Another particular dish is the 'casatiello', obtained with a soft dough of flour, water, yeast, lard and salt, to which cubed salami and pepper is added. The dough is flattened, rolled up on itself and placed in a mold with a hole in the middle; at this point, whole eggs, raw and complete with shells, are inserted into the dough at regular intervals, sinking half of them. It is left to rise and then put in the oven to cook.
Typical products	Campania is perhaps best known for its Lacrima Christi wine that is pressed from grapes grown on the slopes of Vesuvius, but today this is not the most interesting wine in the region. Other ancient traditional wines such as Falernum or Falerno show the potential of Campania and its native vines. The best Falerno is found in the municipality of Monte del Massiccio. The Falerno Bianco is made from Falanghina, the same grape that was planted by the Greek colonizers, while for the red Aglianico is used, and, to a small extent, Piedirosso, also originally from Magna Graecia. Taurasi produced with the late vine Aglianico is the only wine of the area, which,has reaced DOCG status. Other excellent producers in Campania are Feudi di San Gregorio and Montevetrano.