Cantine Matteotti

Top choice in Genoa


The Puccini wafting up the laneway gives you some clue that this is a special little place. The owners here have a passion for good music and brilliant wine, and will pour you some amazing local drops and stave off your hunger with creatively topped crostini, pesto lasagna or generous cheese platters.


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