Torralbenc
#67 of 100Rural Retreat

Torralbenc

Alaior, Islas Baleares€€€

Agritourism and wine in Menorca

About the hotel

Torralbenc is a 19th century agricultural estate transformed into Menorca's most sophisticated agritourism hotel. Its vineyard produces its own wine, its vegetable garden supplies the restaurant and its rooms in old farmhouses offer the Menorcan countryside in its purest form.

Nomadiq Pick

Wine tasting of the estate and dinner with products from the garden.

Why we love it

  • Talayotic archaeological remains on the same property, including a 2nd century BC taula, a unique prehistoric monument in Menorca.
  • The 17 hectares of own vineyards with 10 grape varieties that revive the Menorcan winemaking tradition abandoned decades ago.
  • Stone-by-stone restoration of 19th and early 20th century buildings that had been uncultivated for 30 years when acquired in 2005
  • The connection to Mallorca's Cap Rocat, created by the same team that understands Balearic rural luxury.
  • Recognition as Best Wine Tourism Hotel at the International Wine Challenge Merchant Awards Spain

Highlights

1 Michelin key

Distinction of excellence

Own vineyard

Menorcan wine

Farm XIX

Authentic agritourism

History

The 77 hectare estate was acquired in 2005 with the objective of developing an agritourism and winery project. At that time there was nothing left of the old house except ruins, the historic buildings were in very poor condition and the land had not been worked for more than 30 years. The meticulous restoration took almost a decade. The first five hectares of vineyard were planted in 2006, another five in 2013 and seven more in 2017 to reach the current 17 hectares. Finally, in 2013, Torralbenc opened its doors preserving its original essence. In 2016, the first vintage of Torralbenc wines was produced, reviving the island's winemaking tradition after decades of neglect.

Architecture & Design

Construction

1850

Restoration

2013

The group of buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries has been meticulously restored, harmonizing with the surroundings and recovering the typical white facades of the island. The 27 rooms are distributed in old farmhouses, stables and rehabilitated rural buildings. Meandering paths and traditional dry stone walls reveal historic agricultural structures: threshing floors, stables and farmhouses. The winery occupies the old cellar of the estate converted into a cozy restaurant. The authenticity of the architecture and the natural environment have been respected to the maximum, combining these values with comfortable and modern spaces.

The Surroundings

Islas Baleares

Torralbenc is located in Alaior, in the rural heart of Menorca. The Talayotic remains of the estate connect with the Talayotic Menorca, candidate for UNESCO World Heritage Site. The unspoiled coves of the south of the island are within easy reach. Mahon and its natural harbor are nearby. The Camí de Cavalls, the ancient coastal path that circles the island, allows excursions on foot or by bicycle. The Biosphere Reserve of Menorca protects the entire island territory, guaranteeing an intact agricultural landscape.

Services

Exclusive Experiences

Torralbenc Wine Tasting

Tasting of the estate's wines produced from the 10 grape varieties grown in the 17 hectares of vineyards.

1.5 hours

Visit to the Vineyard and Winery

Tour of the vineyards with explanation of the viticulture process in Menorcan limestone soil and visit to the winery.

2 hours

Dinner at the Antigua Bodega

Menorcan gastronomy of proximity in the restaurant located in the old cellar of the converted farm.

2-3 hours

Talayotic Route

Visit to the archaeological remains of the estate and the nearby Talayotic monuments, Menorca's unique prehistoric heritage.

2 hours

Accommodation

Double Room

25

Room in old restored farmhouse with typical Menorcan white façade and refined rustic furniture.

FarmhouseWhite facadeRustic furniture

Superior Room

35

Larger room with private terrace and views of the vineyards or fields of the 77-hectare estate.

Private terraceVineyard viewsGreater amplitude

Suite

50

Suite with independent living room in the noblest buildings of the estate, panoramic views and preferential access to experiences.

Independent living roomNoble buildingsPanoramic views

Awards

1 Michelin key

Michelin Guide

Hotel of excellence

Best Wine Tourism Hotel

International Wine Challenge Merchant Awards Spain

Wine recognition

Small Luxury Hotels

SLH

Distinguished Member

Gallery

Exterior

Nomadiq Score

7.9/10

From

280/night

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Quick facts

  • 27 rooms
  • Alaior, Islas Baleares

Services

  • Viñedo propio
  • Huerta
  • Restaurante
  • Piscina
  • Catas de vino

Ideal for

AgroturismoGastronomíaMenorca ruralParejas
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