The Sparkling Wines of the Umbria

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The Sparkling Wines of the Umbria

Come and discover two new entries in the Italian sparkling wine sector.

One enters the arena of Umbrian sparkling wines, initially, with some subliminal mistrust: people have been wondering for some time now whether Umbria, a land of fine red wines, is really capable of producing this type of much-sought-after and sophisticated wine. The tasting we propose takes place in one of the most famous wineries in the Torgiano area, a territory historically well-suited to the production of great classic reds. After a tour of the winery, the spargling wines of Umbria tasting begins with a fresh and elegantly complex Brut Millesimato Metodo Classico, obviously produced in compliance with the ‘Metodo Classico’ of sparkling wine production (the same method used to produce Champagne), using Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from Torgiano’s hillside vineyards. We then continue with a Brut Rosé Metodo Classico, which exhibits a vibrant freshness and an on-going enveloping mouthfeel. It is produced with Pinot Grigio and Sangiovese, the latter being the main grape variety grown in this area. A tasting of a Sangiovese-based wine follows, a primary expression of the Torgiano area, ending with a sweet, soft and fruity wine, which yields a soft cotton feel on the palate. Obviously you will have the opportunity to buy wines or have the flavours of Umbria sent to you wherever you wish, at the company’s wine shop.

Plan

1
visit to the wine company and the cellar
2
umbria bubbles and vinification techniques
3
wine tasting

Recommended clothing

Dress as you see fit.

Included

This activity includes a tour of the winery, a brief explanation of the types of local wines and winemaking processes.
Tasting led by our specialized staff.

Not Included

Everything that’s not listed under the heading ‘what is included’.

Time

The activity will last about 2 hours

Languages

Italian
English

When

You can enjoy this experience throughout the year.

Pet policy

The area in which the activity takes place can accommodate animals, however access may be prohibited in some areas of the company.

Requirements

Activity suitable only for adults (age 18+).

Impaired mobility

The activity is also suitable for people with motor or other disabilities. In any case, we invite you to discuss your needs with our staff. If you find out that the experience is not suited to you (or others in your group) we will be happy to offer you an alternative activity or a full refund.

Additional information

This activity lasts half a day, so lunch is not provided. In your itinerary you can still select the lunch option, above your timeline. We will be able to recommend one of the best places to eat when you return.

Important

This activity is subject to our operators’ availability. We have a large selection of collaborators capable of leading this activity, but if on the day you selected we do not have operators availabile, we will immediately, or in any case within 48 hours of booking, suggest an alternative activity you might wish to do or the choice of receiving a full refund of the price paid.
The times indicated in the program are indicative and may vary according to your requests or those of the other participants in the group. These are always and in any case previously agreed with our staff or with the guide.

Data sheet

Recommended clothing

Dress as you see fit

Included

Tasting led by our specialized staff

Winery tour

Brief explanation of the types of local wines and winemaking processes

Not included

Everything that’s not listed under the heading ‘what is included’.

Time

2 hours

Languages

Italian

English

When

You can enjoy this experience throughout the year.

Requirements

Activity suitable only for adults (age 18+).

Suitable for people with motor disabilities

In any case, we invite you to discuss your needs with our staff. If you find out that the experience is not suited to you (or others in your group) we will be happy to offer you an alternative activity or a full refund.

Pets are allowed

Access may be prohibited in some areas of the company

If easily managed

Additional information

Important

This activity is subject to our operators’ availability. We have a large selection of collaborators capable of leading this activity, but if on the day you selected we do not have operators availabile, we will immediately, or in any case within 48 hours of booking, suggest an alternative activity you might wish to do or the choice of receiving a full refund of the price paid.

The times shown in the program are indicative and may vary according to your requests or those of the other participants in the group. These are always and in any case previously agreed with our staff or with the guide.

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