The Vesuvian Apricot, known locally as 'crisommole,' is the most cultivated fruit in the Vesuvian area, where the volcanic nature of the soil, rich in minerals and potassium, promotes this cultivation, imparting a unique and characteristic flavor to the fruits. The term 'Vesuvian Apricot' actually encompasses approximately 100 ancient varieties. To differentiate one variety from another, characteristics such as size, intensity of aroma, smoothness of the skin, and taste are considered. The flavor ranges from very sweet, as in the case of Pellecchiella apricots, to the slightly bitter and tangy aroma of the Vitillo variety. However, they share common characteristics such as sweet, sugary pulp, intense aroma, and the orange-yellow color of the skin, often overlaid with shades of red or speckles. These apricots ripen in the medium-early period, with harvesting starting as early as mid-June. While they are enjoyed fresh and as is, Vesuvian Apricots are also in high demand by the food processing industry for making jams, juices, nectars, syrups, and candied fruits.