Sagrantino Road – Red heart of Umbria among vineyards, villages and passions. In the heart of the Umbrian Valley, the Sagrantino Route combines hilly landscapes, medieval villages and a thousand-year-old wine tradition. Its absolute protagonist is Sagrantino di Montefalco, a powerful and deep wine, which tells the authentic soul of Umbria. The route embraces municipalities such as Montefalco, Bevagna, Giano dell'Umbria, Gualdo Cattaneo and Castel Ritaldi. 🍷 A wine that speaks of land and time: Sagrantino DOCG, in the dry and passito versions, is a wine with a strong and long-lived character, one of the finest in Italy. It is flanked by Montefalco Rosso DOC and other local wines produced with passion and expertise in the wineries of the area. 👉 Tip: Take part in a vertical tasting of Sagrantino in a historic winery: you will notice how much time transforms this wine into pure elegance. 🏛️ Villages of art and tradition: The Sagrantino Road is also a cultural itinerary. Montefalco, the "railing of Umbria", offers panoramic views and unique works of art, such as the frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli. Bevagna preserves the Roman and medieval soul in an intact and fascinating historic center. 👉 Tip: Visit the Church of San Francesco in Montefalco: the Renaissance frescoes will surprise you with their beauty. 🌿 Hilly landscapes and green walks: The vineyards extend orderly over the hills, among olive groves, cypresses and panoramic roads. The area lends itself to walking, cycling or horseback riding, perfect for admiring nature and breathing the clean air of central Umbria. 👉 Tip: Cycle along the Wine Route between Bevagna and Montefalco: breathtaking landscapes and wineries will accompany you along the way. 🍽️ Umbrian cuisine and flavors to discover: Sagrantino goes perfectly with robust dishes: game, Castelluccio lentils, black truffles, homemade pasta. Each trattoria tells the story of its land through taste. 👉 Tip: Try the strangozzi with goose sauce or with truffles in a typical inn, paired with a glass of Montefalco Rosso. 🎉 Events between wine and culture: During the year, the territory comes alive with events such as "Enologica Montefalco" or the "Mercato delle Gaite" in Bevagna. Perfect opportunities to experience Umbrian conviviality and immerse yourself in its scents and colors. 👉 Tip: If you can, organize your visit during the grape harvest: the cellars open their doors and the atmosphere is truly magical. The Sagrantino Road is an invitation to slow down, listen to the land and taste its fruits. Each glass contains a story, each hill an emotion to take with you.