El Enemigo Malbec 2022 vs Ramon Bilbao Rioja Gran Reserva 2016
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. El Enemigo Malbec 2022 currently starts £0.21 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £25.75 | £25.96 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | El Enemigo | Ramon Bilbao |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Malbec | Tempranillo |
| Region | Mendoza | Rioja |
| Country | — | Spain |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
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El Enemigo Malbec 2022
El Enemigo Malbec is a striking Argentine wine born from the joint passion of Alejandro Vigil and Adrianna Catena. This Malbec has been fermented in both 225-litre barrels and old cement containers, creating a red wine with floral scents of lavender, violets and fresh blackberries. The palate has sweet silky fruit, big and full-bodied character with toasted oak and vanilla, finishing with fine, well-balanced tannins. An exceptional expression of premium Mendoza Malbec. Why You'll Love It This is premium Argentine Malbec from El Enemigo, a project born in 2009 from the collaboration between Alejandro Vigil (chief winemaker at Catena Zapata) and Adrianna Catena. The innovative fermentation in both 225-litre barrels and old cement containers creates remarkable complexity and texture. The blend is mainly Malbec with small amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc adding structure and depth. With meticulous winemaking and premium fruit, this wine offers exceptional quality at outstanding value. Meet the Producer El Enemigo was born in 2009 as a joint passion project between Alejandro Vigil, chief winemaker at Catena Zapata, and Adrianna Catena. The collaboration brings together decades of winemaking expertise and deep knowledge of Mendoza's finest terroirs to create wines of exceptional quality and character. Production This Malbec has been fermented in both 225-litre barrels and old cement containers, using a blend that is mainly Malbec with small amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. The innovative use of both barrel and cement fermentation creates complexity while preserving fruit purity and adding textural depth. Tasting Notes Floral scents of lavender, violets and fresh blackberries on the nose. The palate has sweet silky fruit, big and full-bodied character with toasted oak and vanilla, finishing with fine, well-balanced tannins. Perfect Pairings Enjoy with grilled steaks, roasted lamb, barbecued meats, empanadas, or aged cheeses. Perfect for special occasio
Ramon Bilbao Rioja Gran Reserva 2016
' Ramon Bilbao is a renowned Spanish winery based in Rioja, known for producing high-quality wines that blend tradition with innovation. Established in 1924, the winery specializes in crafting elegant, complex wines, with a focus on Tempranillo grapes. Their top-tier wine, Mirto, is made from old vines in select vineyards and is produced only in exceptional years, reflecting the excellence and craftsmanship that define the Ramon Bilbao legacy. The vineyards are over 60 years old and located in Rioja Alta, in the villages of Ãbalos (Caramonte) with sandy soils, and Labastida (Carrapacina) with sandy and alluvial soils. The grapes were selected for their specific acidity and pH, ensuring longevity. The grapes were cold macerated for 4 days, followed by controlled fermentation for 16 days. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation in concrete tanks, aged for 30 months in 225-liter American oak barrels, and then spent 48 months aging in the bottle. The 2016 season had a very cold winter and a rainy spring, with flowering starting 15 days later than usual. A hot, dry summer helped finish the growing season, leading to a high-quality harvest. The harvest began in the third week of September, and the vintage was rated ''Very Good'' by the Regulatory Council. '
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