You can also check out our interactive map of the Mallorca Wine Region to discover wineries with open cellar doors.ĭiscover Culture of Mallorca Through its Charming TownsĪlong with visiting and enjoying wines of Bodega Ribas and Bodega Vi Rei, take some time to enjoy the charming villages and towns of Mallorca along with a few of its hidden treasures. The rosé wines, such as Eco and Ses Nines, are perfectly paired with several pasta cuisines, pizzas, and other traditional meals, giving you a unique wine and food pairing in the region. It is made from top-quality Malvasia grapes. The region’s Gladent wine, paired with local cheeses, is renowned among various restaurants of Mallorca. Be sure to try aperitif style white wines predominately produced from the Prensal Blanc grape variety in the DO Binissalem. Take the opportunity to taste Som dels Cavaliers, made from autochthonous vines, in Santa Margalida. They usually served their white wines with fish and regional seafood cuisines. If you are visiting Mallorca during summer, you will be stunned by the type of white wines, the winemakers have produced. The very first wine in Mallorca was the sparkling wine, made in Jaume Mesquida winery, followed by Goig, a luscious sparkling-rosé wine, produced using the grape variety Manto Negro. Both kinds of wines, namely classic wines of Mallorca and wines with an international touch, are produced in the wineries. Mallorca shelters some of the luscious wines that will definatelly inspire you to visit wineries and discover island culture of winemaking. The wines produced in any of these areas are allowed to use the DO Mallorca designation. Some of the wineries you can visit while touring this area include Bodegas Vi Rei and Oliver Moragues.īesides these two regions, more than 25 wineries are spread over the other five areas of Mallorca.
The vineyards of this region receive 18 inches of rain on average per year. Today, the region is home to 13 wineries, where traditional winemaking processes are followed for wine production. Plà i Llevant acquired the Denominaciones de Origen status in 1999. Two top-notch wineries to visit on the island include Bodega Finca Biniagual and Bodega Son Campaner.
Its vineyards are situated at altitudes ranging from 80 to 200 meters above sea level and receive 20 inches of rain annually. Two regions of Mallorca that have received DO recognition are Binissalem, a high altitude area and Pla I Llevant, a lower lying region.īinissalem obtained DO status in 1990. The region’s high mountain peaks, a large extension of flat areas, and proximity of vineyards to the sea are the main factors that affect the quality and originality of the wines of Mallorca. Mallorca received a Denominaciones de Origen (DO) status because of its fertile soils, adequate water facilities, and an ideal microclimate. Natural Conditions and Distinctive Territories of Mallorca The main grape variety grown on the island is indigenous Callet, followed by international varieties Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. They are loyal to the traditional winemaking techniques follow it with passion and dedication, which can be seen in their wines. The winemakers at Mallorca have chosen to stand separate. So, to challenge your taste buds with the premium wine tasting, you need to know the right source. Generally, winemakers of Mallorca do not believe in exporting their wines.
If you want to taste some of the best, traditional wines of Mallorca, visit the small wineries of the region.
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