Le Marche has been known in Italy for many years for beautiful and special wines. The wines from Le Marche are not only destined to be consumed by locals and Italian tourists. More and more “Vini Marchesi” is found in the shops at the Dutch and Belgian liquor stores. Le Marche is well known for its white wines, but there are also red wines of exceptional quality. The main grape varieties in this region are the Verdicchio, Trebbiano, Montepulciano and Sangiovese. In addition, there are also some special grape varieties such as the Lacrima di Morro d’Alba, Offida Pecorino and the Passerina. Numerous wineries can be found in our area.
Wineries in the nearby area
Tenuta Murola – Urbisaglia (± 35 min)
A renowned winery in the immediate vicinity of Penna San Giovanni. Tenuta Murola offers professional tours of the vineyards and cellars, followed by guided tastings. The focus is on elegant red wines and refined white varieties. Reservations are required.
Vini Gagliardi – San Severino Marche (± 45 min)
Een familiewijnhuis met een sterke band met traditie en terroir. Bezoekers kunnen hier terecht voor proeverijen van lokale wijnen, vaak gecombineerd met regionale producten. De sfeer is persoonlijk en informatief.
Cantina Fontezoppa – Civitanova Marche / Serrapetrona (± 1 uur)
Known for both still wines and the sparkling Vernaccia di Serrapetrona. Tours provide insight into the unique production method, followed by an extensive tasting.
Colonnara – Cupramontana (± 1 uur en 20 min)
Located in the heart of the Verdicchio region. This cooperative winery has a visitor center where tours and themed tastings are organized, focusing on Verdicchio in various styles and vintages.
Fattoria Nannì – Montecassiano (± 1 uur)
An organic winery with a focus on sustainability. Tastings take place in a rural setting and are often combined with explanations about organic winemaking and local gastronomy.
Antica Cantina Sant’Amico – Morro d’Alba (± 1 uur en 25 min)
A traditional winery specializing in Lacrima di Morro d’Alba. Visitors are given a tour of the historic cellar and taste wines that are deeply connected to the local identity.
Even when you drive around the area, you will see various smaller and larger cantinas where you can buy delicious wines.
Tastings and Tours
Most wineries in this region offer:
- Tours of vineyards and wine cellars.
- Explanation about grape varieties, soil, and wine production.
- Guided tastings of 3 to 6 wines.
- Optional: combinations with local cheeses, cold cuts, or olive oil.
It is highly recommended to make a reservation in advance, especially at smaller wineries and outside the summer months.
Practical
Some wineries offer tastings on fixed days, others only by appointment.
All the mentioned wineries are within a 90-minute drive from Penna San Giovanni.
A car is almost essential.
