THE PAR EXCELLENCE PANORAMIC VILLAGE
MONTEFALCO
In honor to the great Emperor Frederick II and his love for falconry the ancient Coccorone changed its name in Montefalco.
53,3 km
FROM PERUGIA
181,7 km
FROM ROMA FIUMICINO
551,1 km
FROM MILANO MALPENSA
The village of the Dolce Vineyards
It deserves the description as the"balcony of Umbria" for its exceptional panoramic position overlooking the Umbrian Valley.
For art lovers there is an absolute highlight in the deconsecrated church of St. Francis: the three-register fresco cycle depicting the Life of St. Francis, painted by the great Florentine master Benozzo Gozzoli.
When Hermann Hesse visited Montefalco in 1907 he wrote about "a bottle of old wine that we all drank together". Might he have been the first traveler to appreciate the now famous Sagrantino Passito? We are in fact in the right place for this sweet dessert wine. Its name is now indissolubly linked to an extraordinary red wine, made with a native grape variety which has been given a DOCG denomination.
What to see (2/2,5 h)
Medieval Gate and Church of St. Augustine
with its very interesting frescoes.
Belvedere
from which you have a 360° view of the Umbrian Valley.
Square of the Town Hall
that follows the former walls of the fortified castle.
Stroll in its most picturesque alleys.
Church of St. Francis
with the life of the saint narrated by the brush of Benozzo Gozzoli.
Church of St. Chiara della Croce
with the mortal remains and the heart of the local saint.
Gourmet Corner
Visit to a cellar and wine tasting.
FROM THE BLOG
Special Tours
ON THE PATH OF BACCHUS. WINE TASTING AND VISIT TO THE MOST IMPORTANT WINERIES OF UMBRIA.
In our beautiful region we produce two red DOCG (this is the highest quality level) wines and nine DOC wines, most of which are white. If you are curious to know the story behind each of them, we can visit the most prestigious wineries, where you will taste the precious nectar paired with tasty local delicacies – unforgettable wine and food experience.
WHERE WHEAT BECOMES BREAD.
As a tribute to my father who was a miller, I have the pleasure of escorting you to a mill where you can learn about the entire production chain of wheat. At the end of the visit you will taste a very high quality bread like the one made by our ancestors and many other delicacies.
OSCARWORTHY OIL MILLS. FROM THE “SEA” OF UMBRIA , AN EXCELLENT EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL.
Emerald green hued, intense and fruity, Umbrian olive oil with its pleasant bitter and slightly spicy taste is considered among the best Extra Virgin olive oils not only in Italy, but also in the world. Let’s join this tour to learn the secrets about the production of our “green gold” and its infinite health benefits. Don’t miss this worthwhile experience to taste a top quality extra virgin olive oil directly in the mill where it is produced.
FARMER CHEF.
An internationally acclaimed chef will introduce you through the flavors of Umbria. Under the guide of this eccentric chef you can try typical recipes of the Umbrian culinary tradition, using ingredients coming directly from his garden; everything will be seasoned by his irony and overflowing charm.
TOUR WITH A PERSONAL PHOTOGRAPHER.
If you would like to be immortalized in the places you visit and make your memories unforgettable, you can live a unique experience with an expert photographer at your entire disposal. You can take home digital photos or have an actual album delivered to your home.
VISIT TO A FARM AND CHEESE TASTING.
Recommended for children.
If you are curious to learn about the art of cheesemaking and love the pleasant country life, this farm is a unique and fun experience.Goat cheese production is becoming increasingly popular in Umbria, thanks in part to the love of this farmer for his 300 goats. Children will have fun. They will delight watching the goats trotting when the goatherd calls them.About a dozen varieties of goat cheeses will tantalize your palate and you won’t resist their wines.
COOKING IN A CELLAR.
In the famous Sagrantino area you will enter a professional cooking school inside a prestigious winery, where you will enjoy cooking and learn how to best pair the wine with food.