History Mesquida i Mora
This is a true family estate. It was founded in 1945 by the great-grandfather of the current generation in the small village of Porreres, on the eastern side of the island of Mallorca. It was above all their father who became a pioneer on the island: he introduced new grape varieties and implemented new techniques both in the vineyard and in the cellar. He mainly planted Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
Since 2004, Bàrbara and her brother Jaume have taken the reins — and they are pioneers in their own right. They chose to convert the estate fully to biodynamics (Demeter-certified) and returned to their roots by acquiring two Mallorcan mules for work in the vineyard. Today, the focus is entirely on recovering indigenous grape varieties such as Callet, Gorgollosa, Mantonegro, Premsal, Giró (Garnacha) and Monastrell.
As a fourth-generation winemaker, Bàrbara Mesquida Mora launched her own project in 2012 — based in the old stables of her uncle on the edge of Porreres. In total, the estate covers 20 hectares of vineyards, spread over various plots with vines ranging from young plantings to 60-year-old stocks. Her wines are Mediterranean in character, yet stand out for their finesse and elegance.
Bàrbara is now one of the most renowned winemakers on the island, a strong advocate for both tradition and the natural heritage of Mallorca. Her project is about preserving life in and around the vineyard. These are wines made with deep respect for nature, and they radiate personality. No technical wizardry here — just pure, honest drinking pleasure.
We are proud to be part of it.
Bàrbara grew up among barrels and vines, and today she strives to return to the viticulture her grandfather practised — promoting biodiversity by planting fruit trees among the vines and maintaining plant cover in the vineyard. In biodynamics, it goes without saying that compost is prepared in-house and used in the vineyard to promote balance and vitality in the vines. She is certified Demeter and by the Balearic Ecological Agriculture label. Though her vineyards and winery are located within the DO Pla i Llevant, she works under the label Vino de la Tierra de Mallorca for broader regional recognition.