At La Colombaia, a high-quality wine experience.

Nestled in the enchanting setting of the Grand Hotel Quisisana, La Colombaia is one of the most renowned restaurants in Capri. Frequented by international guests and fine dining enthusiasts, it stands out not only for the quality of its cuisine but above all for the extraordinary wine selection in its cellar.

A true treasure trove of wines, La Colombaia’s cellar holds over 800 labels, both Italian and international, carefully curated with passion to offer an unforgettable experience to its global clientele.

“When I arrived at the Grand Hotel Quisisana over thirty years ago, I was working as a consultant for Gualtiero Marchesi, and together we started developing a wine list. At the time, we didn’t have a wine cellar, and we took things slowly. Over time, the environment changed, as did the wine industry in many ways, including tourism and commerce, allowing us to expand our selection to the prestigious level it has reached today,” says Aldo D’Errico, Food & Beverage Manager at the Grand Hotel Quisisana.

Here, guests can enjoy an exclusive international selection, from the most celebrated Italian terroirs of Tuscany, Piedmont, and Campania to the great French wines of Burgundy and Bordeaux, and, of course, the most renowned Champagnes, such as Krug and Salon. Every bottle is chosen to express the uniqueness of its origin and to represent the finest winemaking excellence of each region. Alongside classic Italian and French wines, La Colombaia’s cellar also offers a refined selection of international wines, ranging from prestigious New World labels from California, Chile, and Argentina to emerging selections from lesser-known but equally intriguing regions such as Portugal, Spain, Slovenia, Austria, and Germany.

Thanks to this diverse selection, the restaurant offers the perfect wine pairing for every dish on the menu, enhancing the flavors of the fresh ingredients and Mediterranean recipes that define Capri’s culinary tradition.

“A well-stocked wine cellar not only enriches the restaurant’s offering but is also essential for satisfying the most discerning guests,” adds D’Errico. “The prices of great wines may seem high, but their value increases over time, and having certain labels on the list makes all the difference in a high-end restaurant. For example, we are probably the only ones offering a vertical tasting of Gaja from the ’95, ’96, ’98, and ’99 vintages, providing an unparalleled tasting evolution.”

La Colombaia’s team of sommeliers is always available to guide guests in selecting wines, recommending pairings that elevate both the glass and the dish. Their passion for wine and meticulous attention to detail make every tasting a special moment, seamlessly integrated into the unique experience of the Grand Hotel Quisisana.

For wine lovers and gastronomes alike, La Colombaia is not just a restaurant—it is a journey through the flavors and aromas of the world’s finest labels. “Our cellar is among the few in Italy to offer Romanée-Conti, one of the most iconic wines in the world, thanks to an exclusive partnership with Sagna,” continues D’Errico. “Among our most exclusive labels, we also feature Krug and Salon—the latter being particularly rare, as it is only produced in exceptional years, and this year we have the opportunity to acquire a few more bottles of this unique cuvée. Krug, on the other hand, has always been on our list, and in the past, we were the first in Italy to feature the Krug Room.”

Set amidst the natural beauty of Capri and the timeless elegance of the Grand Hotel Quisisana, La Colombaia is the ultimate choice for those seeking a top-tier wine and dining experience in a place that has been an iconic symbol of the Blue Island for nearly two centuries.