El Enemigo Malbec 2019

Winemaker Notes:

Rich and concentrated, it offers aromas of black fruit, cherry and dark berryfruit on the nose followed in the palate by a full-bodied wine with flavors of spice, blackberry, black cherry, pepper and a slight floral character. The finish is elegant and lengthy.

Pair this wine with rodizio, Lyonnaise sauces, grilled steaks, and barbecued ribs.

Tasting Note:

This has pretty aromas of blackberries, ripe blueberries, dark chocolate, walnuts and crushed stones. Hints of citrus zest. It’s medium-bodied with fine, fleshy tannins. Textured and velvety with a solid core of dark fruit. – 93 points – James Suckling

It's always interesting to compare different vintages of the same wine, in this case the 2019 Malbec with the following two years. It has 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot in the blend and only 13.5% alcohol while retaining very good acidity. The grapes were sourced from Gualtallary and were co-fermented. This is varietal with an herbal twist, serious, subtle and mineral with austerity and elegance, reflecting a very balanced and good year. It's medium-bodied, nicely textured and has a chalky texture from the limestone soils. – 93 points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Aged 15 months in foudres, this is an elegant Malbec from Gualtallary in the Uco Valley. The nose offers subtle spices, a dash of aromatic herbs, hints of black pepper and vanilla bean followed by plums. Silky tannins and excellent acidity provide a nice frame for this layered red. Rosemary, cherry, plums and dark chocolate contribute to the wine’s complexity. – 92 points – Wine Enthusiast