Pompeiano

The Pompeiano wines with Protected Geographical Indication include three types: White (also sparkling, medium sweet and raisin), Red (also sparkling, medium sweet, raisin and new) and Rosé (also sparkling and medium sweet).

Grapes

The PGI "Pompeiano" is reserved for wines obtained from vines suitable for the province of Naples. In the case of specification of the Aglianico, Coda di Volpe white, Falangina, Piedirosso and Sciascinoso vines, the use of a minimum percentage of 85% of grapes of the corresponding type is compulsory. Up to a maximum of 15% of the grapes used to produce the wine may come from berry vines of the same colour, suitable for cultivation in the province of Napoli.

Physicochemical and Organoleptic properties

The white wines (minimum total alcoholic strength by volume of 10% vol.) have a more or less intense straw yellow colour, with a fruity, floral aroma and a dry, balanced taste. The white berry Passito (15% vol.) differs in color, characteristic of the grape variety of origin. The red wines (10.50% vol.) are ruby in colour, more or less intense, combined with a fruity and floral bouquet and a dry and balanced flavour. The black berry Passito (15% vol.) is distinguished by its color, characteristic of the grape variety of origin, and the taste, sweet or harmonious sweet. The Rosato (11% vol.) is characterised by a more or less intense pink colour, with a floral bouquet and a dry, balanced flavour. In case of specification of the vine or sparkling, new, sweet wines, the minimum alcohol content may vary, as indicated in the product specification.

Grape production area

The production area covers the entire administrative territory of the municipalities in the province of Napoli, with the exception of those on the island of Ischia.

Specificity and historical notes

The relationship between Napoli and wine has deep roots that date back to an era prior to Ancient Rome. It was the Romans, however, who most appreciated Neapolitan wine products, so much so that Martial, during the historical eruption of Vesuvio, told how Bacchus ardently loved these hills.