Santa Catarina Cellar: The rebirth of a Winery






The Santa Catarina Winery, founded in 1984 by Swedish winegrower Stellan Lundqvist, marked a milestone in Mallorca's wine industry by pioneering the large-scale cultivation of noble grape varieties like Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Syrah. During the 80s and 90s, the winery gained local prestige, but production ceased in 2002 due to personal circumstances, and its vineyards and facilities were rented out.
In 2014, the Lundqvist family decided to revive the winery, aiming to honor Stellan's legacy with a renewed focus on excellence. This ambitious revival involved uprooting 49 hectares of deteriorated vines across the Son Aloy and Es Rafal Blanc estates. The family replanted the land with native and Mediterranean grape varieties, adopting high-density planting for lower yields and superior quality.
Central to the revival is the construction of a new winery at Son Aloy, where over 90% of the grapes are now cultivated. By prioritizing meticulous vineyard management and grape quality, the Lundqvist family is set on producing exceptional wines once again. Their efforts symbolize a new chapter in Santa Catarina's story, blending tradition and innovation to reestablish its reputation as a leader in Mallorcan winemaking.
Highlights
- Discover one of Mallorca's largest vineyards with its unique Terroir
- Guided tours of the winery and vineyard led by expert sommeliers
- Wine tastings paired with traditional Mallorcan cuisine
- Explore the countryside of Pla de Mallorca by bike or private taxi
- Choose between guided or self-guided experiences tailored to your preferences
Bodega Santa Catarina



Son Aloy, One of the largest vineyards in Mallorca.
The vineyard, the grapes, are the essence of the wine’s quality. The Mediterranean climate, the altitude above sea level, the specific characteristics of our Terroir, the high levels of insolation have been fundamental conditions when selecting our varieties, mainly autochthonous, well genetically rooted in our soil and adapted to increasingly long and stressful periods of drought. Respect for the ever-increasing social and environmental requirements has led us to certify our vineyard as Integrated Production, working under traditional viticulture and with absolute respect for the environment.
- Area of vineyard: 40 hectares
- Red grape varieties: Callet, Syrah, Tempranillo and Manto Negro
- White grape varieties: Giró Ros, Prensal Blanc, Viognier, Muscat Blanc à petits grains, and aromatic Malvasia
- Rootstock: Richter 110
- Training: Single Cordon Royat (Single Cordon Spur-Pruned)
- Gradual replantation of the whole vineyard over 5 years. So far, a total of 33 hectares have been replanted of the full 40
- Irrigation system: Subsurface
- Vine spacing: 2.4m by 1m (4,166 plants per hectare)
- Harvesting: Hand picked
- Annual average rainfall: 450 mm
- Altitude: 125 meters over the sea level
Tastings menus
Cellar Selection
.Visit to the Winery and the Vineyard.
Essence of the Land
.Tasting of 2 wines and visit to the Winery and the Vineyard.
The Wine Feast
.Visit to the Winery and the Vineyard.
Choose the experience you want
GUIDED TOUR
Includes
Bicycle (e-bike option).
Expert local guide.
Taxi service to return.
SELF-GUIDED TOUR
Includes
.Bicycle (e-bike option)
.Track of the route
.Taxi service to return
PRIVATE TAXI
Includes
.Taxi service (go and back)
DATES & PRICES
- 2025
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GUIDED TOURfrom $265 / 3 pasengers Cellar
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GUIDED TOURfrom $290 / Person Essence
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GUIDED TOURfrom $300 / Person Wine Feast
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SELF-GUIDED TOURfrom $213 / Person Cellar
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SELF-GUIDED TOURfrom $239 / Person Essence
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SELF-GUIDED TOURfrom $248 / Person Wine Feast
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PRIVATE TAXIfrom $172 / Person Cellar
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PRIVATE TAXIfrom $198 / Person Essence
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PRIVATE TAXIfrom $208 / Person Wine Feast
DETAILS
What's Included
- Access to Bodega Santa Catarina and its facilities
- Bicycle (standard or e-bike, depending on the option selected)
- Guided or self-guided tours with all necessary equipment
- Taxi service for return trips
- Wine tastings and culinary pairings as outlined in the selected experience
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses or additional wine purchases
- Gratuities for guides and staff
Optional Activities
- Private cellar tastings ($)
- Extended cycling routes through Pla de Mallorca ($)
- Exclusive access to premium wines ($).
Questions?
