Umbria
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What makes it special
Tuscany's quieter neighbour. Orvieto has been one of Italy's famous white wines for centuries, and Montefalco's Sagrantino is one of the most powerful reds in the country.
What makes it unique
Sagrantino carries more tannin than almost any other grape, and for most of its history it was made as a sweet passito. The dry Montefalco Sagrantino that built its modern reputation is a comparatively recent development.
Why you should care
Umbria sits between Rome and Florence, and most travellers drive straight through. Stop in Montefalco or Orvieto and you find serious wine, hill towns and prices that have not caught up with Tuscany's.
| Appellation | Level | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montefalco Sagrantino | DOCG | Still hunting | I can help |
| Torgiano Rosso Riserva | DOCG | Still hunting | I can help |
| Amelia | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Assisi | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Colli Altotiberini | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Colli del Trasimeno (Trasimeno) | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Colli Martani | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Colli Perugini | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Lago di Corbara | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Montefalco | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Rosso Orvietano | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Spoleto | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Todi | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
| Torgiano | DOC | Still hunting | I can help |
14 of these still need a bottle. See them on the wanted list.