El Enemigo Malbec 2022

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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

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