Winery: El Enemigo
Winemaker: Alejandro Vigil
Origin: Gualtallary, Tupungato
Type of Soil: Calcareous and rocky
Varietals: 92% Cabernet Franc and 8% Malbec
Vessel Ageing: 16 months in 20% new French oak
Alcohol %: 13.5
Acidity g/l: 6.3
Residual Sugar g/l: 2.65
Robert Parker Score: 93+
Tim Atkin Score: 93
Vinous Score: 93
Wine Spectator Score: 90
Descorchados: 94
This Cabernet Franc is ruby red in color with soft violet tones. The nose has intense aromas and concentrated notes of cassis, ripe currants, and sweet spices including black pepper and cloves. His tenure provides integrated oak notes of cedar and vanilla. Fresh impact and excellent structure on the palate, reminiscent of ripe red fruits with hints of eucalyptus and tagged black pepper. This wine has an excellent balance and elegance with a well-structured, persistent finish.
“The nose has floral aromas and a trace of oak spices. This vintage shows a ripe palate, with leafy flavors and ripe fruit in the form of plums and figs. It’s soft and balanced and finishes with pleasant spicy notes.” — Wine Enthusiast, Dec 2023
“The 2020 Cabernet Franc incorporates a 10% touch of Malbec and originates from Gualtallary in the Uco Valley. It underwent a 15-month aging process in used foudres. It's a dark and intense purple color. The nose reveals notes of ashes and herbs, interwoven with a subtle hint of jalapeño, set against a backdrop of black fruit and cedar. Dry and delicately lean, the palate is tightly structured and juicy, thanks to its fine-grained tannins. The vibrant palate concludes with a lingering thyme finish.” — Vinous, Sep 2023