Mas Guineu Vinyaters
Mas Guineu Vinyaters is a small, historically rooted winery located in Torrelles de Foix, in the upper basin of the Foix River in the Penedès region of Catalonia. Situated at around 400 metres above sea level, the estate is surrounded by forested hills, old terraces, and limestone soils—an environment that lends freshness, tension, and individuality to their wines.
The farm has belonged to the Guilamany family since at least 1574, with an unbroken tradition of vine cultivation spanning several centuries. For generations, the family sold grapes or wine in bulk. In 2021, Josep and Lorena—the current custodians of the estate—decided to transform this heritage into a modern, terroir-focused winery under the name Mas Guineu Vinyaters. Their goal: to honour the past while creating authentic, small-batch wines that reflect the unique character of the Alt Foix landscape.
Vineyards & Terroir
The estate’s vineyards occupy a series of small parcels around the historic masia, many of them old bush vines embedded in natural Mediterranean vegetation. The altitude of about 400 metres is one of the defining traits of the property. Cooler nights, rocky limestone soils, and the surrounding forests create a microclimate that naturally preserves acidity and aroma while limiting yields.
This terroir gives Mas Guineu’s wines their identity: fresh, mineral, delicate, and always expressive of place.
Winemaking Philosophy
Mas Guineu Vinyaters is guided by a philosophy of natural, minimal-intervention winemaking:
Native yeasts power all fermentations.
Grapes are harvested by hand from their own vineyards.
Chemical herbicides and pesticides are avoided; soil health and biodiversity are prioritized.
Wines are crafted without unnecessary additives, and filtration or clarification is minimal or absent.
Aging takes place in vessels chosen to respect the purity of the fruit—such as stainless steel, concrete, or seasoned oak.
Each wine is approached as a reflection of its parcel and vintage rather than a product to be standardized. The result is wines that are vibrant, honest, and true to the land.
Wines & Evolution
Since releasing their first vintage in 2021, Mas Guineu has cultivated a style that blends tradition with creative exploration. Their range includes:
Whites from Parellada and Macabeu, often with light skin contact or aging on lees for added texture.
Xarel·lo vinified in older barrels or neutral containers to showcase depth and minerality.
Innovative reds, such as Syrah fermented in open wooden vats or blends combining Mediterranean and high-altitude traits.
Ancestral-method sparkling wines, highlighting freshness and the high-elevation character of the estate.
As the vineyards continue to mature and the winery refines its craft, the portfolio evolves organically each year, shaped by climate, land, and intuition.
Identity & Vision
Mas Guineu Vinyaters stands out for its interweaving of heritage and modern viticultural values:
A centuries-old family farm transformed into a forward-thinking winery.
A commitment to sustainability, soil preservation, and biodiversity.
A focus on authenticity, prioritizing terroir, freshness, and individuality over commercial uniformity.
A deeply personal, artisanal approach—small production, hand-crafted, vineyard-specific wines.
Their vision is simple yet powerful: to make wines that tell the story of their land, their ancestors, and the quiet beauty of the Alt Foix hills.