El Enemigo - Mendoza - Gran Enemigo - Gualtallary - Red - 2020

Wine:

Drawing inspiration from Bordeaux, the 2020 Red Mendoza Gran Enemigo Gualtallary Single Vineyard is the estate’s flagship cuvée. Made from 85% Cabernet Franc and 15% Malbec, it comes from limestone-rich soils at nearly 1,500 meters of altitude, resulting in a wine of power, precision, and elegance. Awarded an extraordinary 99/100 by the Parker Guide and described as "phenomenal," it stands out for its freshness, balance, and depth. Its concentrated core reveals layered notes of ripe black fruit, dried herbs, and subtle spice, all supported by a velvety texture and vibrant tension. The wine’s refined structure and remarkable length point to significant aging potential, making it a true benchmark for Gualtallary's high-altitude terroirs.

Vinification:

The vines are located at an altitude of 1470 metres. The grapes are harvested 5 times, to ensure that they are perfectly ripe. A month and a half elapses between the first and last harvests. Traditional vinification. Aged for 15 months in old tuns over 100 years old.

Color:

Intense, brilliant ruby red.

Nose:

Bold aromas of dark and red fruits are beautifully intertwined with a touch of spice.

Palate:

This distinctive cuvée delivers a wine of impressive depth, followed by a long, majestic finish.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Roast pork with reduced jus, beef pavé with pepper, grilled duck breast with dried herbs.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035

El Enemigo is redefining the face of Argentine wine, now ranked among the country’s most prestigious producers. Its influence extends well beyond South America, with wines that can now rival Bordeaux's finest.

Hailed by critics and celebrated by the Parker Guide, El Enemigo has quickly become one of the most exciting names on the global wine scene. Located south of Luján de Cuyo in Mendoza, the estate is led by winemaker Alejandro Vigil and his partner Adrianna Catena.

Recognized as one of Argentina's most talented winemakers, Alejandro Vigil crafts wines of exceptional precision and elegance. From the renowned terroirs of Gualtallary, he produces outstanding expressions of Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot, each one a testament to the region’s potential and his visionary approach.