Built on a hill that commands breathtaking views of the lake below, and often spectacular sunsets, the town lived its period of highest splendor between the 11th and 14th centuries as part of the Papal States, with Popes often taking up residence in the castle at the Rocca dei Papi. The Church of San Flaviano along the Via Cassia has impressive 14th century frescoes that are generally worth a visit. The town is also known for its white wine! Its name comes from the story of a German bishop traveling to the Vatican who sent his valet ahead to scout for good wine and write “Est” (“there is” in Latin) on the doors of inns where he found it. When he arrived in Montefiascone, he found “Est! Est! Est!” written, and that is the name of the local wine.
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