If you are visiting the region of Umbria and are looking for something unique to do, I highly recommend visiting Castello di Montegiove- it truly is Umbria’s best kept secret! This 13th castle is located in the town of Montegiove and is owned by Lorenzo Misciattelli and his family.
Castello di Montegiove- Umbria’s Best Kept Secret
The Misciattelli family:
Castello Montegiove is owned by Lorenzo Mischiattelli and his wife Rikki. The couple are also residents of the castle and have done an amazing job preserving their heritage. They offer guided tours of the Castle and the grounds, personally curated by Lorenzo himself. Rikki, who is from Denmark but living in Italy since decades, is as passionate about the land as Lorenzo.
The Castle:
Looming over a hill facing the stunning Apennine mountains, Castello di Montegiove gives an impression of being out of a Harry Potter novel! The inside is old yet orante with a looming air of the history of the area.
The castle is popular because of the two wines that are produced as the Montegiove brand. Umbrian Rosso and Orvietano Rosso are delicious wines of the Montegiove label, the latter being fresh and fruity and the former with a cherry tinge.
Lorenzo arranged a wine tasting while I was there and also showed around their luxurious B&B. The two are amazing hosts and I couldn’t thank them more for their warmth. It was truly an honor for me to be their first guest from India and learn about their country.
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How to Reach:
Best way to reach Castello di Montegiove is by car. It is a short drive from major towns such as Perugia, Citta della Pieve and Orvieto. For more information drop an email to Lorenzo here– website.
Further Reading:
- How to visit the Amalfi Coast from Salerno
- Arrivederci Montalbano- thoughts on Riccardino
- Basilica di Superga with the moon- una meraviglia
- The view from Vomero Hill, Naples
- Circumvesuviana train- easy way to explore Gulf Of Naples
20 Comments
Avinash Gupta
May 17, 2020 at 2:12 pmI love using my Moka pot and also the French press and I don’t remember using instant coffee in a long time.
Flying Squirrel is an excellent coffee brand and we loved their coffee shops as well as their beans during our time in Bangalore. Another thing that I do now a days is we buy the whole roasted beans and we grind it at home. Especially for french press, the little flaky grinds are better and also in moka pod i have found the flavor to be better. Also many indian brands mix chikori in the coffee mix which is more suitable for South Indian filter coffee but not for espresso .
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lindaravello
August 23, 2016 at 2:19 pmI visited Orvietto for the first time this visit and loved it – I must say, I have fallen in love with Umbria also, you will have to wait till I am back for any posts from me – but I have found a real gem, that I know you will want to visit – watch this space
Ciao Lindy xx
Ishita
August 24, 2016 at 2:52 pmI’m going to wait for it Linda. I know we have similar tastes in travel. Buon Viaggio.
afarawayhome
July 31, 2016 at 9:48 pmBeautiful! Even on a cloudy day it looks so majestic and imposing, very cool x
Ishita
August 1, 2016 at 9:06 pmThank you so much <3 it must be breathtaking in the sunshine. someday 🙂
voguishlychic
July 27, 2016 at 4:42 pmWow the castle and those barrels. I am find it so fascinating 😍😍
Ishita
July 27, 2016 at 4:50 pmIt is such a fantasy land. I could go back again 🙁
georgefebish
July 27, 2016 at 4:37 pmGreat story and castle! I love to hear about great people who love what they are doing and have a passion for life.
Ishita
July 27, 2016 at 4:50 pmThank you George 🙂 Lorenzo and his family are so good at what they do.
Debra Kolkka
July 27, 2016 at 3:48 amAnother place I have not been to…there are so many wonderful places in Italy.
Ishita
July 27, 2016 at 11:18 amPlease do visit it soon. I know you will love it. Italy is such a wonderful country!
Tanja
July 26, 2016 at 6:49 pma holiday in the castle? where can I sign up?:)
Ishita
July 27, 2016 at 11:31 amlol. I hope you visit this place someday 🙂
Francis
July 26, 2016 at 5:17 pmLucky!
Ishita
July 26, 2016 at 5:30 pmGrazie 🙂
MyBookJacket
July 26, 2016 at 4:14 pmWhoa. Two apartments? You can stay here? That’s amazing. Indians could stand to learn a few tins from Italians it looks like. Lovely post as always!
Ishita
July 26, 2016 at 4:37 pmYes we can stay 🙂 Its not inside the castle but just below. Very pretty apartments too. Check the slide link at the end! thank you!
MyBookJacket
July 26, 2016 at 4:39 pmOh I didn’t notice the slide. Thanks. ^_^
Ishita
July 26, 2016 at 4:40 pmThank you as always 🙂