# Premier Vin (2016)

- **Producer:** Bodega Son Mayol
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
- **Region:** Vi de la Terra Mallorca, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €75
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Passed
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackberry, dried herbs, violet, black plum, liquorice, vanilla, black tea, wet stones

## About this wine

Son Mayol Premier Vin 2016 is a red wine from the Vi de la Terra Mallorca appellation. The estate, Bodega Son Mayol, is a Swiss-owned property on Mallorca, established with the guidance of the late oenologist Patrick Léon. The winery's modern architectural design respects the environment. The Premier Vin is positioned as a second wine to the estate's Grand Vin, reflecting the producer's commitment to quality and the unique terroir of the island.

## Interesting facts

- The winery's modern architecture was designed by Javier Campos.
- The estate was founded by a Swiss family.
- The late Patrick Léon, a Bordeaux winemaking icon, consulted on the winery's development.
- This wine is considered the 'second wine' to the estate's Grand Vin.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and ripe tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats. Flavors of dark fruit and subtle spice in the wine can echo or contrast with savory elements in dishes, creating a harmonious dining experience. The wine's structure can stand up to robust flavors and textures.

## Wine making process

Bodega Son Mayol's Premier Vin 2016 is produced using grapes from vineyards planted eight years before the winery's inauguration. The winemaking philosophy centers on respecting the terroir, nature, and people. Grapes are vinified separately from different terroirs, with the final blend occurring after maturation. The wine undergoes approximately 12 months of aging, with the 2016 vintage utilizing a combination of 70% barrel aging and 30% steel tank aging. The winery itself is a modern architectural design built with environmental respect and incorporating advanced winemaking technology.