Everyone knows about Mallorca’s magnificent beaches and coves and the charming villages of the Serra de Tramuntana, but not everyone is aware of the island’s high-quality wines. Its great wine-making tradition often goes unnoticed, but that’s changing, and to see for yourself, you just need to do a wine tasting in Mallorca. And, of course, there’s nothing better than doing it on your next visit to this Mediterranean paradise!
Keep reading to discover the best wineries for wine tastings in Mallorca and the wines you absolutely must try. We’ll also introduce you to some wine routes and give you some tips to make the most of your days in Mallorca. Join us!
Best Wineries for Wine Tastings in Mallorca
Visit Mallorca in a different way: choose a winery and book a tasting with Mallorcan wines. We guarantee you’ll be surprised.
José L. Ferrer Winery
This Mallorcan winery, founded in 1931, offers guided tours of its facilities and various tastings that will allow you to discover some of the island’s most characteristic wines accompanied by cheeses and cured meats.
Macià Batle Winery
You can visit these wineries and learn more about all their processes and wines, which stem from a tradition of over 150 years. They offer Mallorcan wine tastings paired with regional products.
Ribas Winery
This is one of the oldest wineries in Mallorca and works with regional varieties, being an excellent option for a wine tasting in Mallorca, accompanied by Mallorcan cocas (traditional flatbreads).
Son Prim Winery
These beautiful wineries are small but offer visits and Mallorcan wine tastings, always accompanied by spectacular regional products that produce fantastic organoleptic sensations.
Different Types of Tastings and Experiences on the Island
We already know what the “traditional” experiences on an island like Mallorca are, right? Sunbathing on beaches, visiting caves, exploring paradisiacal coves, eating in mountain villages… What we’re proposing here is something different: a tasting of Mallorcan wines in spectacular natural settings.
There are more traditional ones, where you can taste some wines and learn more about the winemaking process. Then there are tastings with food pairings, which enhance the wine’s aromas through careful combination with other foods. There are also tastings that include visits to the winery and vineyards if you want to delve deeper into the subject. And there are also sensory tastings, which in addition to aromas and flavors, include music, textures, and other sensations. You choose.
Mallorcan Wines You Can't Miss
There are several Mallorcan wines worth trying that you should have at home. For your information (and to look for on your next visit to a wine shop), there are 2 denominations of origin on the island: DO Binissalem and DO Pla i Llevant. These are some of the most recommended wines:
2 Tancas de Binifadet
This winery produces this wine aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, which gives it structure, complexity, and at the same time elegance, with noticeable fruity notes that linger. Undoubtedly, a great choice.
Although this wine originates from Menorca, it’s an opportunity that shouldn’t be missed when tasting Mallorcan wines.
Torrent Negre by Miquel Gelabert
Another wine aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels, which surprises with its strength and fruity and spicy aromas. It’s made with a blend of Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon, and the result is sublime.
12 Volts by 4 Kilos
The 4 Kilos winery continues to demonstrate that it’s possible to create a lot with little, and they’ve crafted this marvel from the native Callet, combined with Fogoneu and Syrah. After 8 months of aging in French oak barrels, we have a red wine that enchants and captivates, with fruity and floral notes, some spices, and lots and lots of flavor.
Tips for Making the Most of a Wine Tasting
If you can’t wait to do a wine tasting in Mallorca, read these tips to get the most out of a unique experience.
- You should not go hungry or with a full stomach, so you can be comfortable and taste the wine in a more ‘neutral’ way.
- Follow the instructions of the person coordinating the tasting, because that person knows the best way to taste each wine, the order in which they should be tasted, etc.
- Try to avoid using cologne or other artificial fragrances, which can influence the overall experience and even bother other participants.
- It’s important to drink water, because although it may not seem like it, you end up drinking quite a lot of wine in a tasting and we need to take care of our body’s hydration.
- Share your impressions of the wines with others and take notes. This is one of the best ways to learn about wines.
Recommended wine routes in Mallorca
There are several wine tourism routes you can take to try the different wines of Mallorca.
Binissalem wine route
In the heart of Mallorca, you’ll find the Binissalem DO, sheltered by the Serra de Tramuntana, represented by several traditional wineries. Take the opportunity to also visit some of the most beautiful villages of the sierra, such as Fornalutx or Valldemossa, and also to try Mallorcan cuisine.
Pla i Llevant wine route
The second DO of Mallorca also has its route, in a vineyard area with 444 hectares that includes 18 municipalities. The climate of the region is ideal for bringing out the best of each of the 15 varieties grown here, which are reflected in the wines produced by 13 wineries.
Pollença wine fair
In Pollença, one of the most beautiful places in Mallorca, you can visit this magnificent fair and take the opportunity to taste Mallorcan wines and take home some bottles.
Mallorca, a great wine tourism destination
Most people don’t associate Mallorca with wine, but with beaches, mountains, leisure activities and holidays. However, doing a wine tasting in Mallorca is a pleasant experience that will enrich you and add more texture to your trip. The rich history of oenology in Mallorca has witnessed the evolution of its wines and is a story worth knowing. And what better way than by doing a wine tasting in Mallorca?
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