Description

Score: 99 pts Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate

El Gran Enemigo Gualtallary Single Vineyard 2020 is nothing short of phenomenal. Remarkably fresh and balanced, it shows no sense of heat or excess despite the warm 2020 vintage. Subtle and ethereal, it captures the powerful yet refined character of Gualtallary with striking precision.

"Fermented in concrete with native yeasts and a significant proportion of whole clusters—at times up to 70%—this wine is intense and powerful, yet somehow feels light on its feet, with great inner energy. It is still young and should evolve beautifully in bottle over a long period. A total of 9,000 bottles were produced. Bottled in July 2021 after 15 months of aging in large oak foudres." — Luis Gutiérrez, The Wine Advocate (Robert Parker)

Technical Sheet

• Winery: El Enemigo
• Score: 99 pts Robert Parker
• Type: Red Wine
• Vintage: 2020
• Varietal: Cabernet Franc
• Blend: 85% Cabernet Franc | 15% Malbec
• Aging: 15 months in 100-year-old oak foudres
• Winemaker: Alejandro Vigil
• Alcohol: 13.9%
• Region: Gualtallary, Tupungato, Mendoza
• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C (61–64°F)
• Country: Argentina
• Food Pairing: Grilled red meats, pork, poultry, smoked dishes, barbecue, soft and aged cheeses, onion-based sauces, mushrooms, beans and lentils, black pepper sauces, aromatic herbs, exotic spices, and starchy sides