Plà i Llevant is a designated wine region (Denominació d'origen, DO) located on the Spanish island of Mallorca (or Majorca), which is part of the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea. This wine region covers the central and eastern parts of the island, including the coastal area.
The Plà i Llevant region is known for producing a variety of wines, including red, white, rosé, and sweet wines. These wines are made from a wide range of grape varietals, both native to the island and imported.
Of the native varieties, the most popular red grapes include Callet, Fogoneu and Manto Negro, while white wines typically feature the Prensal and Giro grapes. Imported grape varietals include the likes of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Chardonnay among others.
The soils in the Plà i Llevant region are predominantly calcareous and permeable, which allows for good drainage. The climate is typically Mediterranean, with hot summers and relatively mild winters.
Plà i Llevant was officially recognized as a Denominació d'Origen in 1999, making it one of the newer wine regions in Spain. Despite this, the area has a long history of winemaking, with vineyards dating back to the Roman times.
