The Island Syndicate Vino de la Tierra Mallorca 2022

Overview

The Island Syndicate 2022 is a unique red wine from the heart of Mallorca, Balearic Islands. Produced by 4Kilos Vinícola, it showcases the indigenous grapes 95% Callet and 5% Gorgollasa with elegance and modernity. Classified as Vino de la Tierra Mallorca, it combines freshness, fine tannins, and a deep expression of its terroir. Crafted with natural viticulture and careful oak aging, this limited production wine (2,500 bottles) contains sulfites.

Wine History

The Island Syndicate was created to celebrate Mallorca’s traditional grape varieties, highlighting the rare Gorgollasa alongside the iconic Callet. This project embodies 4Kilos’ innovative spirit, combining local tradition with creative winemaking. The 2022 vintage stands out for its balance, purity, and expression of the island’s terroir. Contains sulfites.

Vineyard Philosophy

The grapes come from 7.8 hectares owned and 20.5 hectares leased across Mallorca. The reddish Call Vermell soils, rich in iron oxide, provide color intensity and aromatic complexity. Vineyards are managed with natural viticulture practices, low yields, and careful canopy management. Grapes are hand-harvested with rigorous selection. All bottles contain sulfites.

Winemaking Approach

After destemming, grapes undergo about 20 days of maceration in stainless steel with spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged 40% in 2,000 L foudres, 30% in 2-year-old French oak barrels, and 30% in 3-year-old barrels. No clarifications or invasive filtrations are applied, and sulfur addition is minimal. Total production: 2,500 bottles.

Tasting Notes

Color: bright ruby red with garnet highlights.
Nose: aromas of fresh red fruit, spices, floral hints, and subtle mineral notes.
Palate: elegant and refined, with silky tannins, balanced freshness, and a long harmonious finish.

Pairings

Perfect with white and red meats, Mediterranean vegetable dishes, fish stews, and semi-aged cheeses. Also ideal as a contemplative wine to savor its finesse and balance.

Technical Sheet

• Region: Mallorca, Balearic Islands

• Denomination: Vino de la Tierra Mallorca

• Vintage: 2022

• Grapes: 95% Callet, 5% Gorgollasa

• Vineyard area: 7.8 ha owned + 20.5 ha leased

• Soil: reddish soils rich in iron oxide (Call Vermell)

• Viticulture: natural

• Harvest: manual

• Vinification: ~20 days maceration, fermentation in steel

• Aging: 40% foudre 2,000 L, 30% French oak 2 years, 30% French oak 3 years

• Production: 2,500 bottles

• Alcohol: 13.5–14% vol.

• Serving temperature: 16–18 °C

• Contains sulfites

4Kilos Vinícola

History

In August 2006, two childhood friends, Francesc Grimalt and Sergio Caballero, launched the ambitious project “4Kilos Vinícola” in Mallorca. With an initial investment of around 6,000 euros, they demonstrated that passion and a clear quality vision can outweigh economic limitations. The first harvest was vinified in a colleague’s garage, producing “4Kilos 2006,” a wine made with unconventional methods. Half of the must fermented in milk cooling tanks, providing extensive skin contact, while the other half rested in French barriques. After 14 months of maturation and final blending, 3,000 bottles were released in May 2008, achieving notable success. In 2007, production moved to the outskirts of Felanitx, transforming a former sheep shelter into a small winery. Here, subsequent vintages were crafted, characterized by constant experimentation with barrel types, aging duration, and techniques. The history of 4Kilos represents a journey of passion, innovation, and strong territorial connection. All wines produced by 4Kilos contain sulfites.

Vineyard Philosophy

4Kilos’ philosophy is based on a symbiosis between producer and terroir, where every agronomic choice respects the natural vineyard balance. Vineyards, both owned and leased, are located in various areas of southern and northern Mallorca on soils called “Call Vermell,” rich in iron oxide that gives unique wine characteristics. Varieties include Callet, Cabernet Sauvignon, Fogoneu, Merlot, Manto Negro, Mourvèdre, and Syrah. Canopy management, manual pruning, and reduced chemical treatments maintain biodiversity and plant health. Each vintage is closely monitored for ripeness, microclimate, and soil conditions to determine the optimal harvest moment. Interventions are minimal, promoting sustainable, environmentally friendly agriculture. Only the best grapes are selected for vinification. This approach highlights each vineyard’s character and the natural expressiveness of the varieties. All 4Kilos wines contain sulfites.

Winery Approach

At the winery, Francesc and Sergio blend tradition and innovation, giving full scope to experimentation. Fermentations take place in various containers depending on the vintage and desired results: French barriques, unusual tanks, and small vats allow modulation of skin contact, structure, and aromatic complexity. Aging varies yearly, including choices in wood type, barrel size, and time in the cellar. Every step, from fermentation to microbiological stabilization, is carefully monitored to enhance each wine’s personality. The approach seeks to convey a strong sense of place while avoiding invasive techniques. Continuous analysis and micro-vinifications allow experimentation without compromising quality. The philosophy is clear: the winery is a creative laboratory, always respectful of the raw material. All wines produced by 4Kilos contain sulfites.

Vision and Innovation

4Kilos’ vision is to create natural wines that tell the story of Mallorca’s hills while respecting the environment and people involved. Collaboration with local growers fosters a supportive ecosystem and sustainable practices. Each vintage offers opportunities to experiment with aging and varietal blends. Environmental awareness combines with a contemporary, refined taste aimed at informed consumers. 4Kilos promotes constant dialogue between tradition and innovation, refining wine identity through controlled experiments and emphasizing each vineyard’s uniqueness. The winery always states that all its wines contain sulfites, ensuring transparency and trust.