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Autumn Wines from Spain: Our Top 5 Picks for This Season
At Wine Industry Mallorca, we notice that Autumn brings a need for wines that are warm, rich, and full of personality. 
So - with this in mind - here are five wines from our online shop that we’re loving this season – each one is perfect for cosy evenings, long lunches, or gathering friends around the table.
Iván González Gaínza
Oct 245 min read


Adega do Demo: A Galician Winery with a Rebel Spirit
We first met Carlos (Adega do Demo) at Barcelona Wine Week, and it was one of those encounters that stays with you. Warm, passionate, and genuinely curious about others, Carlos immediately struck us as someone who wasn’t just making wine - he was building a philosophy around it. His close friendship with other producers we already work with made the connection even more natural. It felt less like discovering a new winery and more like being introduced to a friend we hadn’t ye
Iván González Gaínza
Sep 263 min read


Top-Rated Wines... But Where's the Joy?
Top-rated wines... but where's the joy?
Not long ago, I bought a wine that was rated 98 points. It ticked every technical box - it was balanced, structured, and complex - but I couldn’t help feeling a bit underwhelmed. This experience made me stop and think.
We talk a lot about wine ratings in this industry.
But are we then overlooking the simple pleasure of enjoying a wine?
Iván González Gaínza
Aug 283 min read


New Wineries in Mallorca: A Fresh Wave of Innovation and Terroir
Mallorca’s wine scene is growing faster than a well-pruned vine in spring.
With new vineyards being planted and winery buildings emerging across the island, even seasoned wine professionals like us struggle to keep up. Whether you're a curious oenophile or a wine tourism enthusiast, it's easy to miss the latest names - especially those not yet affiliated with a D.O. (Denominación de Origen).
Iván González Gaínza
Jul 217 min read


From Santiago to the sea: A Rías Baixas Wine Weekend
What do you get when you mix a group of wine lovers from Mallorca, LA, Norway, San Sebastián, and the UK with some of Galicia’s most expressive wines?
A weekend of unforgettable experiences! 
A welcome drink at Pub Momo provided the perfect first toast for our international crew. No bookings were needed, the garden was rain-proof, and the vibe in the pretty garden was just right.
Iván González Gaínza
Jun 195 min read


How to Spend the Perfect ‘Tardeo’ Saturday in Palma de Mallorca
Tardeo refers to a social ritual that combines everything we love about going out - great food, drinks, music, and friends – but it all begins in the afternoon. Think of it as a daytime night-out, or a ‘happy few hours’ that stretch into the early evening. It is a great opportunity to enjoy the vibrant energy of Palma’s culinary scene during the day, and then return home at a respectable hour!
Iván González Gaínza
May 224 min read


The rise of alcohol free wine and why we're not raising a glass
At Wine Industry Mallorca, we’ve watched with a mix of disbelief and dismay as 0% alcohol wine has become one of the fastest-growing trends in the drinks business.  Yes, you read that right. Not craft vermouths. Not rare varietals from obscure vineyards. No, it’s the stuff where the wine is made - and then stripped of what makes it wine: the alcohol.
Iván González Gaínza
Apr 243 min read


Are restaurants and bars too complacent with their wine lists?
As wine distributors in Mallorca, we are acutely aware of how much (or how little) attention businesses pay to their wine lists.
Iván González Gaínza
Feb 174 min read


My All-New 2024 Top 5 Wine Discoveries
This list isn't just about incredible wines - it also shines a spotlight on styles and regions we've been exploring.
Iván González Gaínza
Jan 93 min read
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