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Flavours and local productions in the area
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Eating and Drinking in Umbria
From the hills of Lake Trasimeno to the vineyards of Montefalco, Umbria is a land that tells its story through taste. Just a few kilometres from I Borghi dell’Eremo, visitors will find wineries, olive mills, and restaurants where time still follows the rhythm of the seasons. Between a glass of wine, a drizzle of fresh olive oil, and the unmistakable aroma of truffles, every experience becomes a journey through the flavours and culture of the region.
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Wine and Vineyards in Umbria
Less than an hour from the Resort, the Sagrantino Wine Route leads into the heart of Umbria’s wine country. Crossing the Montefalco and Bevagna area, it follows the production zone of the prestigious Sagrantino DOCG, one of the most representative red wines of Umbria.
Throughout the region, wineries open their doors to visitors to share their work and the Umbrian winemaking tradition, offering itineraries and events that combine the discovery of local wines with the beauty of historic towns of great value.
- Wineries of Montefalco and the Sagrantino Museum
- Historic center of Bevagna
- “Cantine Aperte” (Open Cellars), May
- Torgiano Wine Museum (MUVIT) – history and culture of Umbrian wine
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Umbrian Truffle
In Umbria, truffle is not just a product, but an integral part of the landscape and local life. In the forests of the Pietralunga area and Upper Umbria, as well as in Norcia with the prized black truffle, seasonal foraging takes place, especially for white truffle, following long-standing traditional practices. Fairs, tastings, and local restaurants allow visitors to discover this intensely aromatic ingredient and its deep connection between nature and cuisine.
- White Truffle Fair of Pietralunga – October
- “La Cerca e la Cava del Tartufo” – UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
- Nero Norcia – National Black Truffle Fair – February
- Local restaurants and trattorias
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Umbrian PDO olive oil
Extra virgin olive oil is one of Umbria’s most defining products. Around I Borghi dell’Eremo, between Lake Trasimeno and the area of Perugia, historic olive mills open their doors during the harvest season, offering visits and tastings. This experience allows visitors to observe the milling process and understand the sensory characteristics of new oil, set within a distinctive and recognizable landscape of olive groves covering the rolling hillsides.
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From Lake to Table
The Trasimeno area expresses its identity through ancient crops and flavours tied to rural life. In summer, lake fish—European perch, tench, and the typical “Carpa Regina” (queen carp)—arrives fresh on tables. In autumn, the harvest of legumes and cereals, such as the Fagiolina del Trasimeno, spelt, and lentils, shifts attention back to the land. Between markets, farms, and restaurants, taste follows the rhythm of the seasons and becomes a way to read the landscape.
More Activities Nearby
The area surrounding I Borghi dell’Eremo offers experiences to suit every taste and interest. Plan your stay by choosing from nature trails, artistic and cultural sites, events, and food and wine experiences, creating the itinerary that best suits you.