Castello di Magione is a magnificent medieval castle originally built as a hostel for pilgrims travelling to Rome in the XII century. Wine production here began in the Middle Ages and its wine is produced from vineyards nestled into the hills that encircle Lake Trasimeno in Umbria.

The estate’s vineyard Poggio Bertaio was born in 1972 when Fabio, father of the current owners, moved to Castiglione del Lago and bought the first part of the property. He planted the first vines during this time and as his two sons grew up, they too dedicated themselves to the business. One manages the family winery while the other studied oenology and consulted locally while also working for the family property. Both are now focused solely on their family business and in 1998 a new winery was added.

Named after the original founders of the estate, the Avignonesi family, the winery has undergone an exciting journey since it was first established. Acquired by Virginie Saverys in 2009, Avignonesi has grown in size and at the same time has become a leader in biodynamic viticulture in Italy. The winery produces and crafts organic wines that are truly authentic to their origins yet singular and unique.

Winner of the 2019 Travel and Hospitality Industry Culinary Experience of the Year, this property offers wine and olive oil tastings with bi-lingual certified sommeliers in beautiful surrounds, winery and vineyard tours and truffle hunts in one of Umbria’s most beautiful valleys.

The Berioli's Winery was opened in Montesperello at the beginning of 1900 and is located on the green hills around the Trasimeno Lake, on the border between Umbria and Tuscany. The oenological history of this area dates back to the Roman-Etruscan times, more than 3000 years ago. Biological since 1912.

Small family owned property with interesting selection of wines. There have limited production, low yields and hand harvest with attention to the integrity of the grapes and focus on long fermentation and ageing. Bookings by appointment only.