Umbria is a small region located in the center of the Italian peninsula and, though its wine production isn’t of very high quantity, it is surely remarkable from a quality point of view. As in other regions, local traditions transmitted over time still remain alive here.
By examining some archaeological findings, it has been possible to verify that the Etruscan and Umbrian people dedicated themselves to viticulture in the pre-Roman age. This activity is extremely linked to the weather and geography of the land – its hills are ideal for grape cultivation.
Main red wines: Rosso di Torgiano Rubesco, Montefalco, Umbria Rosso, Cabernet Sauvignon di Torgiano, Assisi DOC rosso.
Main white wines: Umbria Castello della Sala, Colli Martani Grechetto Grecante, Umbria Bianco Torre di Giano, Umbria Chardonnay Aurente, Bianco di Torgiano, Pinot grigio di Torgiano, Riesling italico, Assisi DOC bianco, Assisi DOC Grechetto, Assisi DOC novello.
Main rosé: Rosato di Torgiano, Assisi DOC rosé.
Main sparkling: Torgiano Spumante, Brüt bianco, Brüt rosé, Riesling Brüt.
Main sweet wine: Montefalco Sagrantino Passito.