In tiny Torgiano, a 25-minute bus ride from Perugia, olive oil is treated with a reverence usually reserved for wine. And wine with a devotion that borders on the sacred.

Torgiano is an enchanting village located in Umbria, in the heart of Italy. Known for its rich history and cultural heritage, Torgiano boasts ancient medieval walls, narrow cobbled alleys and charming historic buildings. Built in the 13th century and erected as a symbol of Torgiano, the Baglioni Tower testifies to the ancient fortified city walls.

But what makes Torgiano truly special is its winemaking tradition: the village is famous for its fine wines, in particular the famous red wine “Rubesco” and the white “Bianco di Torgiano”, which can be tasted in the numerous cellars scattered around the territory.

In addition to wine culture, Torgiano also offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding Umbrian countryside, making it a perfect place to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and Italian history.

Torgiano, guardian of oil and wine

Torgiano is home to the most important wine museum in Europe. The Wine Museum is housed in a 20-room former palace, which traces the history of the region’s wine production through displays of tools, graphic art, wine containers and production techniques .

You’ll also find the Olive and Oil Museum, which documents the use of olives and how they affect the economy, landscape and general culture of the region.

Despite its small size, there is an air of importance to Torgiano, born partly in its status as a “company” town. The Lungarotti, who run most of the wineries in these parts, are the closest thing Umbria has today to a ruling noble family.

What is the price of tickets for the Wine and Oil museums?

Prices: Single ticket for both museums: full price €7.00.

Ticket for MUVIT only:

• reduced €5.00 (also valid for groups of at least 12 people, university students with booklet, children aged 6 to 18, affiliated)
• school concession €4.00 (school groups).

For free, with the entrance ticket to the Museums, you can taste a glass of wine (from the Lungarotti Classic Line) at the Museum Osteria or the Cellar’s Wine Shop. For more information you can consult the museums’ official website.