The Art of Pairing: Mallorcan Wines that Enhance the Taste of the Sea

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There’s something almost poetic about the union between the sea and the vineyard. In Mallorca, where the salty breeze reaches even the inland vines, wines acquire a unique personality — fresh, mineral and unmistakably Mediterranean. At Ses Oliveres Port de Sóller, these nuances become the perfect complement to the flavours of the sea.

Denominations or origen and Mallorcan wines

The island boasts two official denominations of origin — Binissalem and Pla i Llevant — and a broad geographical indication, Vi de la Terra Mallorca, which includes dozens of small family wineries. Native grape varieties such as Prensal Blanc (also known as Moll), Giró Ros, Callet and Manto Negro are the true stars. Each brings its own distinct identity, ideal for pairing with fresh, seafood-based dishes full of character.

A Prensal Blanc white wine, light and citrusy, enhances the natural sweetness of the Sóller red prawn or a seafood carpaccio. Wines made with Giró Ros, more structured and with notes of white fruit and almond, pair beautifully with dishes like black fideuà or soupy rice with cuttlefish.

For a bolder touch, Callet rosés combine freshness and character, pairing perfectly with grilled octopus or sautéed cuttlefish with vegetables. And for those who dare with red wine, young Manto Negro reds — soft and aromatic — are a delightful surprise with rock fish or surf-and-turf creations.

The secret lies in harmony: it’s not about the wine overpowering the dish, but about both enhancing each other. At Ses Oliveres, every glass becomes an invitation to discover how the land and sea of Mallorca come together through the senses.

Because, facing the harbour, with the Mediterranean as a backdrop and a glass of local wine in hand, every meal becomes more than just a gastronomic experience — it’s a tribute to the island itself.

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