EL ENEMIGO
MALBEC 2023
BODEGA ALEANNA • MENDOZA • ARGENTINA
"At the end of the road we only remember one enemy: the one we did not dare to face."
Quick Facts
El Enemigo Malbec 2023 is a red from Gualtallary (Valle de Uco, Mendoza) by Alejandro Vigil, with about 92% Malbec and 8% Cabernet Franc. It is fresh, mineral and fine-tannined, far from heavy, overripe Malbec.
- Type: dry red, 750 ml
- Origin: Gualtallary, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina
- Grapes: Malbec (~92%) and Cabernet Franc (~8%), vintage 2023
- Aging: about 15 months in French oak foudres
- Service: 16 °C to 18 °C
- Shipping and returns: free from $1,499 MXN; 90 days at no cost
High-Altitude Malbec, with Tension
El Enemigo Malbec 2023 is Alejandro Vigil's interpretation of Mendoza's altitude. It seeks verticality and tension instead of heavy, overripe Malbec. It is aged in French oak foudres, which allow respectful micro-oxygenation without masking the fruit. The 8% Cabernet Franc, the house signature, adds structure and elegance. Buy it at La Cava Shop with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and discover more Malbec wines and wines of Argentina.
1. Identity Profile
Origin: Gualtallary, Valle de Uco, Mendoza.
Winery: Aleanna (El Enemigo).
Composition: About 92% Malbec and 8% Cabernet Franc.
Aging: About 15 months in French oak foudres.
Winemaker: Alejandro Vigil.
Soil: Limestone, at high altitude.
Format: 750 ml.
SKU: EE-MAL-2023-750
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep violet red, with purple glints.
Nose: Black fruit, ripe cherries and violets, with a mineral layer reminiscent of limestone and touches of sweet spice and vanilla.
Palate: Elegant, fluid entry, highly concentrated but with refreshing acidity. Silky, fine tannins and a persistent finish where the freshness of the Cabernet Franc returns.
3. Architecture of El Enemigo
4. Pairing and Service
Pairing: Argentine asado, grilled red meats, beef empanadas and pasta with mushroom sauce. See the guide to wines for fatty cuts.
Service: Between 16 °C and 18 °C. It is best left to breathe in the glass for a few minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Enemigo Malbec 2023?
It is a red from Gualtallary, in the Valle de Uco (Mendoza), made by Alejandro Vigil at Bodega Aleanna with about 92% Malbec and 8% Cabernet Franc. It stands out for its freshness, minerality and fine tannins.
Why does El Enemigo Malbec contain Cabernet Franc?
Following Alejandro Vigil's vision, the 8% Cabernet Franc adds firmer tannic structure, elegance and a spicy profile that complements the juicy fruit of the Malbec.
Where do the grapes come from?
Mainly from Gualtallary, in the Valle de Uco, an area of limestone soils and high altitude that gives the wine freshness and minerality.
What does it pair with?
With asado, grilled red meats, beef empanadas and pasta with mushroom sauce. Serve between 16 °C and 18 °C.
Where can I buy El Enemigo Malbec in Mexico?
At La Cava Shop, with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and 90 days for free returns.