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Vineyards on a volcano

Near Naples, vines grow on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, in dark volcanic soil.

The local wine to try is Lacryma Christi, red or white.

Make a day of it: Pompeii in the morning, a winery lunch on the slopes, and Naples for pizza in the evening.

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