The resort will accompany this with a focus on historic wines of the region, known for the Aglianico grape.

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If the pizza is complicated, with lashings of toppings, Mr. Contini recommends opting for the local red wine Aglianico.

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Of course, the best way to enjoy pizza is at a little local pizzeria overlooking the Bay of Naples, washed down with whatever the restaurant serves, in all likelihood a local Aglianico, a dark-red wine with high acidity and high tannins.

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