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Whether you book a guided tour or plan your own route, wine tasting tours in Umbria lead you through a landlocked green heartland of hilltop towns and ancient vineyards, past estates producing Sagrantino, Grechetto, Trebbiano Spoletino and Sangiovese and into cellars pouring the powerful Montefalco Sagrantino, Orvieto Classico whites and For travellers seeking wineries near you or a full wine tourism experience, Umbria is the place to start.

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Keith
Keith September 13, 2023
Lovely vineyard with a passionate owner Thanks Marco for being so interesting and giving us his time
Umbria Wine & Vineyard Journey at Benincasa Winery
David
David August 16, 2025
Fantastic personalized experience Amazing wines, olive oil bruschetta. Detailed story of the wine making process and how this winery takes pride in producing quality. Luda was an amazing...
Umbria Wine & Olive Oil Tasting at Cantina Fongoli
Yvonne
Yvonne October 1, 2023
Very nice very nice visit, with a small tour and presentation of the farm's history, very nice tasting of delicious wines together with some tapas, olive oil, honey...
Umbria Wine Journey: Tasting & Vineyard Tour at Goretti Winery
Todd
Todd September 22, 2022
Fantastic organic family run winery Very interesting explanation of the wine making process. Tasting after with the family members was entertaining and genuine. Can’t wait for our wine shipment...
Umbria’s Finest: Tili Vini Wine Tour & Tasting at Tili Vini: A Legacy of Quality Wines
Elisa
Elisa July 27, 2023
Highly recommended experience Great hexperience... highly recommended
Umbria’s Finest: Tili Vini Wine Tour & Tasting at Tili Vini: A Legacy of Quality Wines
Mark
Mark October 10, 2023
Excellent wines, wonderful hospitality We were hosted by Francesco, the owner. He showed around his family run vineyards and winery. Small and carefully managed, the wines reflect the family...
Degustazione Classica at Chiorri Winery
Giuseppe
Giuseppe July 10, 2023
A wonderful experience in Montefalco Friendly, knowledgeable staff for both winery tour and wine tasting. Excellent wines.
Umbria Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting at Antonelli San Marco Winery
Mark
Mark August 17, 2022
Amazing food and great staff The renovated property is fantastic and the food was unbelievable with flavours to take you away. The staff were great and the venue had a great atmosphere....
Superiore Wine Tasting Experience at Chiesa del Carmine
Luke
Luke November 4, 2024
Perfectly pleasant experience I had the opportunity to do the brunch tasting at Pomario and it was absolutely delightful. Our host was very knowledgeable, providing us with an interesting...
Umbria Gourmet Brunch & Wine Pairing at Pomario Winery
Alan
Alan December 14, 2023
Zammits from Malta Fantastic experience. Perfect hosts and great biologucal and natural wines
Umbria Bio-Natural Wine & Tasting at Piccola Cantina Rossi

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The best season to experience wine tastings and tours in Umbria

The best time to experience wine tastings and tours in Umbria is either spring or autumn when the entire region is swathed with wildflowers and sunflowers (in May) or painted with the shades of autumn in September and October, adding to the ambiance of hillsides. Umbria is indeed known as ‘il cuore verde d’Italia’, the green heart of Italy, because of its green and lavish natural landscapes. 
In summer, temperatures rise and the region gets crowded, especially in the area around Assisi.

What to do in Umbria?

Apart from astonishing wine tasting and tours in Umbria, here are some tips on what to visit in the green heart of Italy. 

  • Orvieto Cathedral, a 13th-century Gothic and Roman cathedral.
  • Rocca Paolina, a Renaissance fortress, was built in 1540-1543 for Pope Paul III.
  • Perugia, the capital city of Umbria and the Italian capital of Chocolate.
  • Assisi and the Cathedral of Saint Francis from Assisi, the patron saint of Italy.

What to taste in Umbria?

At wine tastings and tours in Umbria, you won't miss the opportunity to taste Umbria's signature red wine, Sagrantino di Montefalco.
Sagrantino is a bold, dry wine that is produced with the most tannic grape in Italy, the Sagrantino red grape. The wine is indeed high in tannin and high in acidity. To the eye, Sagrantino is very similar to Sangiovese, but its texture is more similar to Barolo. The primary aromas in Umbria's prime red wine are those of blackberries, truffle, and earth.

What to expect from wine tastings and tours in Umbria?

During wine tastings and tours in Umbria, you will get to visit cellars, have a stroll in the vineyard and even witness the vinification process. All wineries are equipped with tasting room where you can enjoy a glass of their fine wines paired with delicious local food from Umbria. Several wineries also offer olive oil tastings as part of the experience.
If you wish to celebrate a special occasion in Umbria, check out Castello di Montegiove and book the place for your celebration.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I travel to Umbria wine region by air?

The closest airport to wine tastings and tours in Umbria is Perugia Airport (PEG), a small regional airport served by Ryanair offering direct flights to/from several national and international destinations. Other airlines that serve the airport in Perugia are Transavia, Blu-Express and Albawings. 
Other airports close to wine tastings and tours in Umbria are those in Rome, Roma Fiumicino (FCO) or Roma Ciampino (CIA), Florence Airport (FLR) or Pescara Airport (PSR). All airports are more or less 200km away from wineries in Umbria.

How can I travel to Umbria wine region by car?

Umbria is located right in the heart of Italy, and the easiest way to get to wine tastings and tours in Umbria by car is to drive along the two main Italian motorways, A14 and A1.
A14 is the Adriatic motorway and is connected to Umbria through several other motorways and several state roads. A1 connect Bologna to Florence to Rome and is the motorway that gets closer to wine tastings and tours in Umbria.

How can I travel to Umbria wine region by train?

You can get a train to get closer to wine tastings and tours in Umbria from all the major Italian stations. From Florence and Milan, you can get a Frecciarossa high-speed train directly to Perugia but beware, they are not many.
It’s easier to reach wine tastings and tours in Umbria with regional and Intercity trains. You can travel to Perugia, Orvieto, Spoleto or Terni.

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Which places in Umbria provide the top wine tasting and tours if I like organic wines?

The places provide the top wine tastings and tours if you visit Umbria and like organic wines:

What do you normally do during wine tastings and tours in Umbria?

During a visit at a winery in Umbria for a wine tasting and tour experience you can expect to both taste wines and experience the landscape of Umbria. Different wineries in Umbria offer different types of setups for the tasting and tours but most experiences take at least 1 hour. For each wine tasting and tour experience for Umbria presented on our website, you will see a bullet point list of what you can expect to experience.

Which places provide the best private wine tastings and tours in Umbria?

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Are there any exclusive and premium wine tastings and tours in Umbria?

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Are there any wine tastings and tours close to Perugia, Terni or Orvieto?

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Language tips to experience wine tastings and tours in Umbria

Here are some useful language tips that might help you during your visit in wineries in Umbria:

Wine = Vino
Winery = Cantina
Vineyard = Vigneto
Vine = Vigna
Red Wine = Vino Rosso
White Wine = Vino Bianco
Prosecco is always Prosecco!
Wine Route = Strada del Vino
Wine Tasting = Degustazioni di Vino
Cheers! = Cin Cin! or Salute!

What is the best red wine from Umbria?

Umbria, Italy offers several notable red wines, but one of the best-known is Sagrantino di Montefalco. Sagrantino di Montefalco is a full-bodied and powerful red wine made from the Sagrantino grape, known for its intense flavors of dark fruits, spices, and robust tannins. This wine showcases the unique terroir of Umbria and has gained recognition for its exceptional quality and age-worthiness.

What wine is in Umbria Italy?

Umbria, Italy produces a variety of wines, including renowned red wines like Sagrantino di Montefalco, made from the Sagrantino grape, and notable white wines such as Orvieto, a refreshing blend. These wines highlight the quality and diversity of winemaking in Umbria, showcasing the region's rich viticultural heritage.

What is the best white wine in Umbria?

Orvieto Classico is widely regarded as one of the best white wines in Umbria, Italy. It is a refreshing and versatile white wine made from a blend of grape varieties, including Grechetto and Trebbiano. Orvieto Classico exhibits crisp acidity, citrus flavors, and floral aromas, making it a delightful and highly regarded white wine from the region.