Originally from Greece, the Malvasia grape likely takes its name from an Italian variation of the ancient Greek town of Monemvasia. In Mallorca, this unique variety is found almost exclusively in the Banyalbufar region, an Arabic name beautifully translating to “vineyards by the sea.” For centuries, Malvasia vines have flourished on the spectacular mountain slopes of Banyalbufar, taking root in terraces designed by the Arabs in the 11th century, allowing cultivation along this breathtakingly rugged coastline.
Heritage
Malvasia is a grape variety boasting centuries of history in Mallorca, deeply rooted in Banyalbufar. Its cultivation, beautifully adapted to the terraces overlooking the sea, forms a vital part of the island's rich agricultural and cultural heritage.
An age-old story brought to our tables
The Malvasia of Banyalbufar
In 1891, due to the poor resistance of the vines to phylloxera, a disease that affects vines, planting was abandoned for many years in this part of the island. It was not until 1999 that a project financed by the Government of the Islands succeeded in creating virus-free Malvasia clones with very good agronomic and oenological characteristics.
In 2006, the Malvasía de Banyalbufar became the first and, to date, the only Malvasía in Spain with a health certificate.
Ca'n Pico
The Ca’n Pico winery is located in the heart of the Serra de Tramuntana, with its special microclimate between the sea and the mountains and its limestone and marl soils. Its vineyards are spread over four plots, planted on terraces facing the sea.
Historically, the winery’s objective has been to obtain perfect wines with a particular and unique character and personality, which is why production is limited and exclusive.
