Taste excellent wines from first class wineries and buy a house in the north of Mallorca

The north of Mallorca is a paradise of mild temperatures and beautiful beaches and a real treat for wine lovers, who get to discover the wonderful wines of the region. Majorca has a long tradition of wine making that began as early as 123 BC. At that time, the island became part of the Roman Empire and the export of wine became an important part of the economy. If you appreciate a good wine and plan to look at property for sale in the north of Mallorca, real estate agent Engel & Völkers are your perfect partners. Begin the dream, read in our blog about the local Can Axartell and Can Vidalet vineyards, and discover a couple of properties that might be just what you are looking for.

Enjoy wines from Can Axartell and Can Vidalet after buying a house in the north of Mallorca

Mallorca is home to some of Europe's finest wines, which you should definitely set out to taste whether you are busy looking for a house to buy or are lucky enough to be relaxing on your holidays on the island. The ideal vine-growing climate and soil condition are perfect for producing good quality grapes resulting in excellent wines. The Mallorca red wines (vi negre / vino tinto) are particularly full-bodied and in contrast the white wines (vi blanc / vino blanco) have aromatic floral notes. The vineyards are located in five vine-growing areas of Mallorca, each area producing different varieties of grapes. The varying flavours are direct result of the differing environments of each location. Serra Tramuntana vines grow in mountainous terrain and the vines of el Pla grow on the plains, where the environment is gentler.

If you would like to learn more and taste some of the island's great wines, estate agent Engel & Völkers recommends you book a wine tasting event at the Can Vidalet or Can Axartell wineries. The Can Vidalet winery is located near the Sierra de Tramuntana in Pollensa, where local as well as international wines are produced using the traditional method. You can expect to find Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot at Can Vidalet winery. Guided tours and winetasting can be done throughout the year. House hunting can be great fun when you combine it with discovering the island– get up close and personal with the place you want to call home, you are sure to fall in love with Mallorca. And your perfect house IS here for you, team up with Engel & Voelkers Mallorca North and let’s get it found. Engel & Völkers real estate agent insists that Can Axartell is a must visit winery if the tradition and methods of wine production interest you as well as the tasting of its fruits! It is without doubt one of the most advanced wineries in Mallorca, producing delicious wines that are delectable to the palate. There is also an experimental vineyard where new and also lesser-known grape varieties, such as the ‘Pollença’ are studied and observed in cooperation with the University of the Balearic Islands. As a lover of Mediterranean wines, you will be delighted at the diversity being produced at the Can Axartell. winery, where Malvasia, Syrah and Monastrell grapes are grown, as well as Merlot and Pinot Noir. Buy a property in the beautiful north of Mallorca and get to know the just how good the island wine is!

Take it one step further and buy a property with or near a vineyard

Let us introduce you to a couple of properties for sale in prime locations that have their very own vineyards. The first is an off plan, luxury country house near Alcudia that already has a 10.000 m2 vineyard. Planning permission, plans and the foundations are already in place for a house and swimming pool (60 m2) with a total constructed area of 500 m2. This is an excellent opportunity to own a really big, brand new home with 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, building licenses for houses of this size are no longer obtainable. Some adjustment to the existing layout is still possible.

The real estate agents of Engel & Völkers Mallorca North also recommend the following 20.000 m2 plot of land near to the amazing beach of Son Serra de Marina that already has an organic vineyard. The plot has water, is completely fenced and a young vineyard has been planted. This project is an exceptional opportunity to grow your own grapes, make your own wine and to design your own house. Existing plans are for a 3 bedroom property with 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen and games room, double garage and swimming pool. Fulfil your dream of buying a property in the north of Mallorca and making your own wine together with the local estate agent Engel & Völkers.

Looking forward to tasting new first-class wines? Then Can Axartell and Can Vidalet wineries are an excellent place to start as is your local estate agency, Engel & Völkers Mallorca North for buying a property. Our experienced estate agents look forward to meeting you personally and to finding you your perfect house to buy.