Tour d'Italia Series: Wine Dinner, Umbria
5-COURSE WINE DINNER:
DATE: THURSDAY, JUNE 12
LOCATION: LUCIA WINCHESTER
TIME: 6:30 PM
PRICE: $145 / PERSON
REGION: UMBRIA
MENU: COMING SOON
Indulge in an exquisite 5-course Italian wine dinner, where our Chef curates classic Italian dishes from the featured region. Each dish is custom-made, artfully presented, and thoughtfully paired with regional wines. This intimate gathering is a truly memorable family-style celebration.
ABOUT THE SERIES:
Tour d’Italia is our ongoing culinary tasting tour around the 20 regions of Italy—in alphabetical order. We started in November 2018 with our family's home region of Abruzzo, and have since continued to Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Emilia Romagna, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lazio, Liguria, Lombardy, Marche, Molise, Piedmonte & Sardinia, Sicily, Toscana, and Trentino-Alto Adige.
…And we are excited to now make our next stop with you in the region of UMBRIA.
ABOUT THE REGION:
Umbria, often called the “green heart of Italy,” is a landlocked region in central Italy known for its rolling hills, medieval hill towns, and deep-rooted traditions. Nestled between Tuscany, Lazio, and Le Marche, it offers a quieter, more rustic charm compared to its better-known neighbors. Its landscape is dotted with olive groves, vineyards, sunflower fields, and ancient forests, while towns like Perugia, Assisi, and Orvieto boast stunning architecture and centuries-old art and spiritual heritage.
Umbria’s cuisine is earthy, hearty, and deeply tied to the land. Wild truffles, particularly the prized black truffles from Norcia, are a regional treasure, often showcased in pastas, eggs, and meats. Legumes, farro, and game meats are staples of the Umbrian table, and extra virgin olive oil — robust and peppery — is among Italy’s finest. The region’s wine production is equally revered: Sagrantino di Montefalco, a bold and tannic red made from a native grape, is Umbria’s flagship wine, while crisp Grechetto whites provide a balanced contrast.
Together, Umbria’s landscape, cuisine, and wines reflect a region that is humble yet rich, simple yet soulful — a place where tradition is honored in every dish and every glass.
5-COURSE WINE DINNER:
DATE: THURSDAY, JUNE 12
LOCATION: LUCIA WINCHESTER
TIME: 6:30 PM
PRICE: $145 / PERSON
REGION: UMBRIA
MENU: COMING SOON
Indulge in an exquisite 5-course Italian wine dinner, where our Chef curates classic Italian dishes from the featured region. Each dish is custom-made, artfully presented, and thoughtfully paired with regional wines. This intimate gathering is a truly memorable family-style celebration.
ABOUT THE SERIES:
Tour d’Italia is our ongoing culinary tasting tour around the 20 regions of Italy—in alphabetical order. We started in November 2018 with our family's home region of Abruzzo, and have since continued to Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Emilia Romagna, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lazio, Liguria, Lombardy, Marche, Molise, Piedmonte & Sardinia, Sicily, Toscana, and Trentino-Alto Adige.
…And we are excited to now make our next stop with you in the region of UMBRIA.
ABOUT THE REGION:
Umbria, often called the “green heart of Italy,” is a landlocked region in central Italy known for its rolling hills, medieval hill towns, and deep-rooted traditions. Nestled between Tuscany, Lazio, and Le Marche, it offers a quieter, more rustic charm compared to its better-known neighbors. Its landscape is dotted with olive groves, vineyards, sunflower fields, and ancient forests, while towns like Perugia, Assisi, and Orvieto boast stunning architecture and centuries-old art and spiritual heritage.
Umbria’s cuisine is earthy, hearty, and deeply tied to the land. Wild truffles, particularly the prized black truffles from Norcia, are a regional treasure, often showcased in pastas, eggs, and meats. Legumes, farro, and game meats are staples of the Umbrian table, and extra virgin olive oil — robust and peppery — is among Italy’s finest. The region’s wine production is equally revered: Sagrantino di Montefalco, a bold and tannic red made from a native grape, is Umbria’s flagship wine, while crisp Grechetto whites provide a balanced contrast.
Together, Umbria’s landscape, cuisine, and wines reflect a region that is humble yet rich, simple yet soulful — a place where tradition is honored in every dish and every glass.
5-COURSE WINE DINNER:
DATE: THURSDAY, JUNE 12
LOCATION: LUCIA WINCHESTER
TIME: 6:30 PM
PRICE: $145 / PERSON
REGION: UMBRIA
MENU: COMING SOON
Indulge in an exquisite 5-course Italian wine dinner, where our Chef curates classic Italian dishes from the featured region. Each dish is custom-made, artfully presented, and thoughtfully paired with regional wines. This intimate gathering is a truly memorable family-style celebration.
ABOUT THE SERIES:
Tour d’Italia is our ongoing culinary tasting tour around the 20 regions of Italy—in alphabetical order. We started in November 2018 with our family's home region of Abruzzo, and have since continued to Basilicata, Calabria, Campania, Emilia Romagna, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lazio, Liguria, Lombardy, Marche, Molise, Piedmonte & Sardinia, Sicily, Toscana, and Trentino-Alto Adige.
…And we are excited to now make our next stop with you in the region of UMBRIA.
ABOUT THE REGION:
Umbria, often called the “green heart of Italy,” is a landlocked region in central Italy known for its rolling hills, medieval hill towns, and deep-rooted traditions. Nestled between Tuscany, Lazio, and Le Marche, it offers a quieter, more rustic charm compared to its better-known neighbors. Its landscape is dotted with olive groves, vineyards, sunflower fields, and ancient forests, while towns like Perugia, Assisi, and Orvieto boast stunning architecture and centuries-old art and spiritual heritage.
Umbria’s cuisine is earthy, hearty, and deeply tied to the land. Wild truffles, particularly the prized black truffles from Norcia, are a regional treasure, often showcased in pastas, eggs, and meats. Legumes, farro, and game meats are staples of the Umbrian table, and extra virgin olive oil — robust and peppery — is among Italy’s finest. The region’s wine production is equally revered: Sagrantino di Montefalco, a bold and tannic red made from a native grape, is Umbria’s flagship wine, while crisp Grechetto whites provide a balanced contrast.
Together, Umbria’s landscape, cuisine, and wines reflect a region that is humble yet rich, simple yet soulful — a place where tradition is honored in every dish and every glass.
MENU: A Taste of Umbria
A Five-Course Wine-Paired Dinner
Primo Assaggio
Acquacotta dell’Umbria
A rustic Umbrian vegetable and bread soup, finished with a poached farm egg and drizzle of olive oil
Paired with: Di Filippo, Umbria Grechetto (2022) – Crisp, floral, with stone fruit and herbal notes
Antipasto
Crostini di Polenta ai Funghi e Salsiccia
Golden polenta rounds topped with wild mushrooms and Umbrian sausage
Paired with: Di Filippo, Umbria Grechetto (2022) – Continues from the first course to bridge earthiness and acidity
Primo Piatto
Strangozzi di Spoleto
Handmade pasta with garlic, olive oil, and seasonal greens
Bucatini alla Norcina
Bucatini in a creamy sausage and truffle sauce (served as a duo)
Paired with: Tenute Lunelli, Montefalco Rosso Ziggurat (2022) – Lively red with red berries, spice, and balanced tannins
Secondo
Trota al Cartoccio
Local trout baked in parchment with lemon, herbs, and white wine
Paired with: Di Filippo, Montefalco Rosso Sallustio (2020) – Elegant and structured, with notes of cherry and forest floor
Contorno e Formaggio
Salsiccia all’Uva Nera
Umbrian sausage roasted with black grapes, served with grilled radicchio and pecorino
Paired with: Colsanto, Umbria Ruris (2018) – Bold and age-worthy, with depth and dark fruit
Dolce e Digestivo
Pampepato Umbro
Spiced chocolate-nut cake with candied fruit, a traditional Umbrian holiday treat
Served with: Caffè & Grappa – A classic Italian finale