# Son Mayol Grand Vin (2016)

- **Producer:** Bodega Son Mayol
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
- **Region:** Balearic Islands, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €75
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** blackcurrant, black plum, black cherry, vanilla, cedar, cloves, leather, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

Son Mayol Grand Vin 2016 is a red wine from Bodega Son Mayol, located in Mallorca, Spain. It is classified as Vi de la Terra Mallorca (IGP) and is primarily a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The winery was established by Gregory Hirschmann, with guidance from the esteemed winemaker Patrick Léon. The estate focuses on cultivating grapes across diverse terroirs on the island, employing minimal intervention and biodynamic farming practices. The Grand Vin is considered the winery's flagship wine, intended for long aging, and its labels are annually designed by different artists.

## Interesting facts

- Inspired by Bordeaux, this wine is a modern interpretation from a Spanish island.
- The winery follows biodynamic farming principles.
- Each year, a different artist designs the Grand Vin label.
- Patrick Léon, a legend from Château Mouton Rothschild, consulted on its development.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein found in red meats, creating a balanced palate. Its complexity can stand up to robust flavors, while subtle oak notes can harmonize with grilled or roasted elements.

## Wine making process

The Son Mayol Grand Vin 2016 is produced using grapes from Bodega Son Mayol's 25 hectares of vineyards, which are managed with a focus on minimal intervention and biodynamic principles. Grapes from diverse parcels are vinified separately. Fermentation occurs in French oak tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes twelve months of aging in French oak barrels, with about 60% of them being new for this vintage. This process is designed to create a wine with structure and aging potential.