The story
Perched in the Umbrian hills, Villa Selva Country House is the domain of celebrity chef Giorgio Barchiesi—better known as Giorgione—where rustic, wholehearted cooking meets remarkable value. Creator JustUs, who visited twice, praised the “abundant, rustic meal” and “unbeatable value” of the €38 fixed menu: an antipasto buffet, two primi, two secondi, and two dolci. A separate clip shows an even simpler €18 spread featuring norcina, desserts, and tozzetti.
The atmosphere is “spartan and convivial,” with a staff that is “extremely kind.” Standout dishes include the rich Cappone in Salmì and a Panna Cotta con Riduzione di Cioccolato Piccantino, alongside classic brownies and tozzetti. Both visits confirm that the food lives up to the reputation of Giorgione’s other location, La Via di Mezzo, making Villa Selva a genuine local treasure.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 8 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about the Norcina, a creamy, truffle-laced pasta that steals the show. The overall vibe is one of rustic, heartfelt elegance, making every meal feel like a warm embrace.
“I'll tell you, I knew the Norcina differently — here it has truffle, capon in salt roast, balsamic vinegar and orange, and roasted potatoes.”
“I didn't expect this norcina with truffle – it had a different twist than I knew. The first courses here are truly high level, very good.”
What creators say
2 creators have covered Villa Selva Country House. Most active: JustUs
- JustUsLoved
MANGIAMO DA GIORGIONE | Villa Selva #giorgione #villaselva #gamberorosso #montefalco #umbria #food · @ 0:07
Giorgione visits the agriturismo Villa Selva Country House in Montefalco, where he enjoys a full meal with norcina, desserts, and tozzetti for €18.
Dishes mentioned
Norcina
I'll tell you, I knew the Norcina differently — here it has truffle, capon in salt roast, balsamic vinegar and orange, and roasted potatoes.
Brownies al Cioccolato
We have chocolate brownies.
Panna Cotta con Riduzione di Cioccolato Piccantino
We have a panna cotta with a spicy chocolate reduction.
Tozzetti
And the famous tozzetti.
- JustUsLoved
MANGIAMO DA GIORGIONE .... di nuovo | Villa Selva · @ 1:15
The creator visited Villa Selva, an agriturismo run by celebrity chef Giorgio Barchiesi (Giorgione) in Grutti, a frazione of Gualdo Cattaneo, Umbria. They enjoyed an abundant, rustic meal with a no‑limits antipasto buffet, two primi, two secondi, and two dolci for a fixed €38 per person, praising the high quality and unbeatable value. The atmosphere is spartan and convivial, and the staff is extremely kind. Both the food and the experience lived up to the reputation of Giorgione's other location, La Via di Mezzo.
Dishes mentioned
Norcina
I didn't expect this norcina with truffle – it had a different twist than I knew. The first courses here are truly high level, very good.
Cappone in Salmì
The cappone in salmì is roasted with balsamic vinegar and orange, served with baked potatoes and a refreshing, degreasing little salad. The sauce is made with innards, typical of Umbria. The potatoes were good, though not as firm as I'd like – but the juniper flavor paired nicely. Overall everything was decent and satisfying.
Panna Cotta con Riduzione di Cioccolato Piccantino
I never order panna cotta, but when I tasted this one it brought back all the emotions of being a kid in the 90s, having panna cotta in a pizzeria. It's a super simple dessert but incredibly emotional. Amazing.
Tozzetti
Tozzetti are a typical dessert from this area, made with butter, flour, sugar and almonds – a whole piece baked, then sliced when cold. They're the Umbrian version of cantucci, and I think they're even better than the Tuscan ones.
