Visit Bodegas Bordoy, taste 5 wines, and enjoy finger food

Bodegas Bordoy gives you more than a quick tasting at a counter. You walk through the vines, enter the working winery, see the tanks and bottling equipment, then sit down to taste five wines with Mallorcan food. I especially like the chance to see the practical side of winemaking and the included bottle of Fermança wine to take home.

The tour also gets a personal touch from guides such as Alexandra, whose warm welcome and clear explanations have made a strong impression. The two things I like most are the look inside the wine production rooms and the generous pairing of cheese, ham, sobrasada, bread, olives, and nuts. The main drawback is simple: the food is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians unless you contact the winery before booking.

Key points to know

• See the full winemaking process: Walk from the vines into the production room, cold room, laboratory, and bottling area.
• Taste five wines: The tasting includes white, rosé, and red wines, giving you a useful range rather than one narrow style.
• Try local finger food: Cheese, ham, sobrasada, bread, olives, and nuts accompany the wines.
• Take home Fermança wine: A bottle of Fermança white or rosé is included as a gift.
• Choose your tour language: English starts at 10 am, Spanish at 11 am, and German at 12 pm.
• Plan for the food restriction: The standard snack plate is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians, so contact Bodegas Bordoy before booking.

Walking from the vines into Bodegas Bordoy

The best part of this Bodegas Bordoy wine tour is the change from grape growing to wine production. You begin by walking along the vines, then move into the winery’s Sala de Elaboración, the working room where the grapes become wine.

That order matters. Instead of tasting a finished bottle without context, you see the chain of work behind it. You can expect an explanation of how the grapes are handled, pressed, chilled, fermented, bottled, cleaned, and labeled.

The winery has several pieces of equipment on display, including stainless steel tanks, a pressing machine, a selection table, a cold room, a laboratory, a bottling machine, a cleaning machine, and a labeling machine. You do not need technical wine knowledge to follow the tour. The equipment gives the guide useful reference points, and it helps you understand that wine production is a careful process of timing, temperature, selection, and hygiene.

I like this hands-on approach because it keeps the visit grounded. You are not only hearing broad statements about local wine. You are seeing the rooms and tools used to make it. It also gives you good photo opportunities, especially if you enjoy taking pictures of tanks, machinery, and the winery setting.

The winery is near Hotel Hyatt Zoetry Mallorca, at Camí de Muntanya s/n in Llucmajor. You should type Bodegas Bordoy into Google Maps rather than rely only on the postal address. Once you enter the property, drive all the way to the end to reach the parking area. A small sandstone house marks the spot.

A clear look at how the wine is made

The production room is the most useful stop for anyone who has wondered what happens between vineyard and bottle. The selection table suggests the care taken before grapes enter the next stage. The pressing machine shows how juice is extracted, while the steel tanks are where much of the controlled production takes place.

The cold room is another practical stop. Temperature affects wine at several stages, so this room helps explain why cooling is not just a storage detail. The laboratory also shows that winemaking involves testing and measurement, not only tradition and instinct.

You will also see the machinery used at the end of the process. Bottling, cleaning, and labeling all happen as part of getting the wine ready for sale. This makes the tour useful for first-time wine tasters, but it also gives experienced wine drinkers a better view of the work behind a finished bottle.

The exact amount of time spent in each room can vary. The guided experience lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes, and the full activity may run longer if you stay for another glass or bottle. The winery asks you to leave by 2 pm, so keep that closing time in mind when choosing a morning tour.

Five wines, from white to rosé and red

The central part of the visit is the tasting of five wines. The selection includes white, rosé, and red wine, so you get a broader picture of Bodegas Bordoy than you would from a single sample.

This range is useful if you are still working out what you like. You can compare lighter white wines with rosé, then move to red wine and notice how the color, weight, aroma, and finish change. The guide can explain each pour in the setting where it was made, which makes the tasting easier to follow.

The tasting is not presented as a rushed sample at the end of a tour. It is the main event, paired with food and time to talk. That gives you room to think about the wines instead of simply ticking them off one by one.

Past tastings have included wines that received especially warm praise for their flavor. I would still approach the tasting with an open mind, since wine preference is personal. The value here is the chance to try five bottles in one sitting and learn which style suits you best.

You can also stay longer during the winery’s opening hours and order more wine by the glass or bottle for an extra fee. This is a good option if you find a favorite and want to enjoy it without rushing. It also means the stated 1.5-hour duration does not have to be the end of your visit, as long as you leave by 2 pm.

Finger food that fits the tasting

The food is simple, local, and well suited to wine. The standard selection includes cheese, ham, sobrasada, bread, olives, and nuts. It is not a full meal, but it gives you enough to nibble while tasting and helps soften the effect of alcohol.

Sobrasada is a familiar Mallorcan specialty, and including it gives the snack plate a local touch. The ham and cheese offer more familiar choices, while bread, olives, and nuts fill out the plate without taking attention away from the wine.

This pairing is one reason the price feels fair. You are not paying for five small pours alone. You are also getting a guided winery visit, food, and a bottle to take home.

Vegetarians and vegans need to plan ahead. The standard finger food is not suitable for either diet. Bodegas Bordoy asks you to contact them before booking, so do not wait until you arrive and expect the regular plate to be changed automatically.

The extra Qi Gong session

Qi Gong is included as part of the experience and lasts about 5 to 15 minutes. It is an unusual addition to a winery visit, and the short length means it does not take over the day.

The activity may appeal to you if you enjoy a calm pause before the tasting. It can also make the visit feel less like a standard production tour. If you are booking mainly for wine machinery and tasting, treat Qi Gong as an optional extra rather than the main reason to go.

The available information does not specify exactly where in the schedule the session takes place or who leads it. You should expect a brief included activity, not a full Qi Gong class.

Choosing the right language and time

Bodegas Bordoy offers live tours in English, Spanish, and German. The listed start times are:

• English at 10 am
• Spanish at 11 am
• German at 12 pm

These fixed language times make planning easier, but they leave less flexibility than a tour with many departures throughout the day. Check the available date and starting time when booking.

Arriving 15 minutes early is sensible. The address can be a little confusing because the winery is reached by a rural road near the Hyatt Zoetry Mallorca. Drive through to the parking lot rather than stopping at the first building.

The English tour is the earliest option. That works well if you want to visit the winery before another activity, but it also means an early start. The Spanish and German departures give you a later morning, though you should remember the request to leave by 2 pm.

Is the $58 price good value?

At $58 per person, the experience is not the cheapest way to taste one glass of Mallorcan wine. It is also not just a tasting. The price includes a guided tour of the winery, a walk among the vines, five wines, finger food, Qi Gong, and a bottle of Fermança white or rosé to take home.

That final bottle changes the value calculation. If you enjoy the Fermança rosé or prefer the white, you leave with a proper souvenir rather than only a memory and a tasting glass. You can also stay longer and buy additional wine by the bottle or glass, though those purchases cost extra.

I see this as a good mid-range choice for couples, small groups, and anyone who wants a structured introduction to Mallorcan wine. It offers more substance than a short tasting, but it does not claim to be a full-day vineyard program.

The price may feel less worthwhile if you do not drink wine, do not eat the included food, or only want a quick look at the property. In that case, the bottle and five pours may not be enough to balance the cost. For wine drinkers who value explanation, food, and a take-home bottle, the package is easier to justify.

What makes the guide matter

A winery visit can become dry if the guide simply names equipment and pours wine. At Bodegas Bordoy, the guide plays an important role in making the machinery and tasting connect.

Alexandra has been singled out for her enthusiasm, clear explanations, and warm welcome. That matters because a good guide can help you understand what you are seeing without turning the tour into a technical lecture.

You can expect the guide to explain how the wine is made and to lead you through the different work areas. The strongest part of the experience will likely depend on how much conversation you want. Ask about the wines, the production rooms, and the differences between the white, rosé, and red pours.

The small-group option is another plus. Group size can affect how easily you can hear the guide and ask questions, so select a small group if that option is available for your date and matters to you.

Who should book this winery visit?

I would recommend Bodegas Bordoy to you if you want a relaxed half-day activity near Llucmajor rather than a quick tasting in town. It suits people who like to see how products are made, enjoy trying several wine styles, and appreciate a snack with their drinks.

It is also a good fit for a couple or small group with mixed wine experience. A beginner gets a basic introduction to production, while a regular wine drinker gets five pours and a chance to compare styles.

Families and non-drinkers should think more carefully. The experience centers on wine, and the included food is designed around ham, cheese, and sobrasada. The available information does not describe a separate child-focused program or nonalcoholic tasting.

The site is wheelchair accessible, which makes it an option for many people with mobility needs. You should still mention any specific access requirements when booking, since the tour includes movement between the vines, production rooms, and tasting area.

Practical tips before you go

Arrive 15 minutes early and use Google Maps to find Bodegas Bordoy. The winery address is Camí de Muntanya s/n, Llucmajor 07620, Spain, near Hotel Hyatt Zoetry Mallorca.

Wear something comfortable for walking between the vines and winery rooms. The visit is not a long hike, but it is more active than sitting at a tasting table from start to finish.

Eat a light meal beforehand if you need more than finger food. The plate includes useful snacks, but it is not described as lunch.

If you are vegan or vegetarian, contact the winery before booking. The standard food includes cheese, ham, and sobrasada, and no alternative menu is promised automatically.

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option gives you some flexibility. These policies help if your Mallorca schedule is still changing, but you should still confirm the available tour time before making plans around it.

Should you book Bodegas Bordoy?

Book this experience if you want five wines, a working winery tour, local finger food, and a bottle to take home in one compact visit. The production rooms give the outing real substance, while the tasting and food keep it social and easy to enjoy.

I would skip it only if you want a full meal, a long vineyard excursion, or a food option that is already designed for vegans and vegetarians. For everyone else, especially wine drinkers staying near Llucmajor, Bodegas Bordoy offers a practical and personable introduction to Mallorca’s wine scene.

FAQ

How long does the Bodegas Bordoy experience last?

The guided visit lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes. You may stay longer during opening hours to order wine by the glass or bottle for an extra fee, but you must leave by 2 pm.

What languages are available?

Live tours are available in English, Spanish, and German. The listed start times are 10 am for English, 11 am for Spanish, and 12 pm for German.

What wines will I taste?

The tasting includes five wines, with white, rosé, and red wines included in the selection.

What food is included?

Finger food includes cheese, ham, sobrasada, bread, olives, and nuts. The standard food is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians, so contact the winery before booking if you need an alternative.

Is a bottle of wine included?

Yes. You receive a bottle of Fermança white or rosé wine as a gift to take home.

Is Bodegas Bordoy wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the experience is listed as wheelchair accessible. You should still contact the provider about any specific access needs before your visit.