In Capri you mostly drink Campanian wines: whites from Falanghina, Greco and Fiano, reds from Aglianico and Piedirosso. Island vineyards are few and small, so wine lists naturally look to Campi Flegrei, Vesuvio, Irpinia and the Amalfi Coast.
The whites of the bay
Falanghina from Campi Flegrei is saline and direct, excellent with raw fish. Greco di Tufo has more body and stands up to cooked fish; Fiano di Avellino stays floral and works with vegetables and fresh cheeses.
Reds that work by the sea
Piedirosso, locally per'e palummo, is light and can be served slightly cool even in summer. Aglianico gives more structured reds, suited to meat dishes and aged cheeses.
How to choose at the table
Mixed starters and preserves call for a dry, savoury white; main courses allow more body. In Piazzetta Cerio, Spirito di Capri keeps the wine list next to the drink list: the current selection is on the Menu page.
Frequently asked questions
- Is wine produced in Capri?
- Yes, but in very small quantities: island vineyards are few and most wines served come from mainland Campania.
- Which wine pairs with fish in Capri?
- A saline white such as Falanghina from Campi Flegrei with raw fish; a Greco di Tufo with cooked or baked fish.
