Fabbri: Castle, Madonna Niches and Wine

When visiting Fabbri, you can focus on two distinct interests: the architectural and ecclesiastical history of Castello di Fabbri, and the winemaking tradition of Rocca di Fabbri. The picture is rounded out by two Madonna niches, the former Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo, a monument and a distinctive mulberry tree.

Castello di Fabbri and its history

At Castello di Fabbri, the architectural history can be seen in a precisely described part of the complex: the square keep has sides measuring 7 metres and stands 20 metres high. It is fully intact, dates from 1395 and was built by Gregorio da Cerreto. The castle itself was built in the 14th century and formed part of the Albornozian defensive system. The dates therefore refer to different aspects: the 14th century places the construction of the castle, while 1395 is the year of the keep.

Two image niches also offer distinct points of interest. In Piazza del Castello di Fabbri, there is a niche with a large arched opening and a fresco of the Madonna and Child between two saints. The fresco is in poor condition; check its state before planning a visit specifically to see it. A second image niche is located along the main road through the castle village. Its badly damaged fresco also depicts the Madonna and Child between two saints. Both works share the same subject; they differ in their location and the described state of preservation.

Near the castle is the former parish church of Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo, now heavily dilapidated. It is no longer a parish church. A condition warning updated on 9 December 2024 describes its structural condition as very poor. Check the situation before visiting.

Other local details and the connection with wine

In Località Fabbri in Montefalco is the monument titled “monumento ai caduti a cippo 1923 - 1943”. On the edge of the Fabbri settlement, an impressive mulberry tree also grows beside a house standing on its own; it is among the largest in Umbria. The monument and tree add two other specific points of interest to the architectural and ecclesiastical history: a named monument and a natural landmark on the edge of the settlement.

Tenuta Rocca di Fabbri is located in Località Fabbri in Montefalco. Rocca di Fabbri Estate has been producing Sagrantino di Montefalco, Rosso di Montefalco and other IGT wines since 1984. The winery was founded in 1984 by Pietro Vitali, so its founding and the start of production took place in the same year. Rocca di Fabbri invites visitors to discover its vineyards. If you include this opportunity in your travel plans, confirm the specific visiting options directly with the winery in advance.

Planning your visit to Fabbri

You can clearly distinguish the different interests when planning your visit: the keep, castle, image niches and church relate to the historical themes; the wines and the invitation to discover the vineyards are the wine-related focus. If you are interested in the frescoes, bear in mind their described state of preservation. The dated condition warning is relevant if you plan to visit Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo, and it is advisable to check in advance whether the vineyards can be visited.

Discover more destinations: Civitella Benazzone, Beroide, Torre Del Colle, Parnacciano, Camporeggiano, Cortaccione, Compignano, Monteleone Di Spoleto

For the overview of the wider area: Perugia.